Cape, Kruger & Seychelles' Mahe Island

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Arriving at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel. In the heart of Cape Town’s bustling and eclectic neighborhoods, Cape Cadogan is a true gem that promises an unforgettable experience.

From the moment you step into this charming haven, you’re transported to a world where modern elegance meets the vibrant soul of the city. As you settle into your sanctuary, the rhythmic pulse of Cape Town’s vibrant streets seeps in, offering a symphony of sights and sounds that captivate your senses.

Yet, it’s the intimate and personalised service at Cape Cadogan that truly sets it apart. The dedicated staff, with their genuine warmth and unwavering commitment to your well-being, make you feel like an honoured guest in their own home. From curating bespoke experiences that cater to your every whim to recommending hidden gems in the city, they ensure that your stay is nothing short of magical.

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Depart Cape Town on a scheduled flight to Johannesburg, where you board a chartered flight to Hoedspruit, outside the world-famous Kruger National Park. Your guide will meet you and take you on a game drive into the exclusive Sabi Sands Game Reserve.

Together with its neighbour, the Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands forms 2.7 million hectares of unfenced, protected wilderness. Game roams freely between the two reserves, forming one of Africa’s most bio-diverse wildlife populations. The short drive from the airstrip whets your appetite for game viewing and delivers you to Simbambili Lodge, an elegantly luxurious lodge overlooking the Manyeleti River.

Simbambili is set in the heart of Big 5 country and is tastefully decorated in elegant neutrals and gorgeous African textures. The architecture is best described as organic – the lodge seems to have sprung forth from the wilderness around it. Your suite is spacious with lovely views over the river below from your private viewing deck, complete with a plunge pool and enticing loungers.

Once you have settled in, it is time for an expedition into the wilderness. Who knows which of the Big 5 will make an appearance on your very first game drive? As the sky comes alive in a vivid sunset palette, your expert ranger selects a spot for sundowners, making the most of this beautiful time of day. On your drive back to camp, your guide deftly wields a spotlight to seek out the rare nocturnal wildlife as it emerges – you keep a sharp lookout for porcupines, genets and even leopards and hyenas.

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After your game drive or a lazy morning at leisure, you depart Simbambili Lodge and return to Hoedspruit for your flight to Johannesburg. Spend the night at The Residence, which exudes charms and understated luxury, in this vibrant metropolis in preparation for your morning flight to the Seychelles.

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Your flight from Johannesburg arrives at the International Airport on Mahe Island, where you are met by a representative and taken to the exclusive Ephelia Resort.

Mahe and its neighbouring islands, Praslin and La Digue, form the cultural and economic hub of this island republic. The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands and a fascinating melting pot of cultures from the four corners of the world. You hear the rich Seychellois heritage in the melodic mingling of French, English and lilting Creole, see it in the exotic traditional dances, and taste it in the blending of spices and flavours of this beautiful nation.

Arriving at the resort, you find it tucked away in the lush tropical vegetation of a huge estate, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. The fragrance of frangipani blossoms on the soft ocean breeze and the elegant spaces, restful decor, sparkling pools and graceful service all combine to soothe your mind and awaken your senses.

The pampering treatments on offer at Spa de Constance may beckon you or the equally enticing Shiseido Pavilion. Exploring the stunning granite reefs and tropical waters of the Port Launay Marine Park may tempt you to paddle out in a sea kayak, snorkel or dive. Flex your fitness with mountain biking, tennis and yoga, or take a highly recommended Island Tour. Wandering perfect beaches or strolling through coconut groves, you can laze away the afternoon over a picnic or discover the island’s giant tortoises.

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After breakfast on the deck, admiring the start of yet another perfect day, you depart for the airport and your flight home. What photographs and anecdotes you carry with you! Close your eyes and recall the thrill of seeing your first leopard. Mid-hunt, its muscles bunching for a deadly leap, the distinctive fur rippling, your heart racing, torn between sympathy for its prey and admiration for its fearless beauty. You are among the privileged few whose memories evoke the exotic flavours of Creole cuisine, the underwater wonderland of teeming coral reefs, and the happy clink of sundowners lit by the radiant luminosity of an African sunset.