South Africa's Luxury Kruger, Cape & Kwandwe Safari

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On arrival at Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport, you'll board a flight to Hoedspruit Airport where a driver awaits.  A private road transfer takes you to your first three nights stay ensconced in luxury and sophistication at Tanda Tula Safari Camp, situated in the home of the native white lion; Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. This exclusive 20,000-hectare conservancy shares an open border with the revered Kruger National Park.

You'll have ample opportunity to explore the bush landscapes from game drives and walking safaris to tracking and birding. Expert guides are ready to teach you how to track Africas' infamous cats, rare wild dogs and the Big 5's pride – the majestic lion. You'll also be invited to enjoy a one-of-a-kind immersive wilderness experience. Using specialised sound equipment, while out on safari, you'll get to experience the soundscape of nature's quieter rumblings connected to an individual headset. Delight in the twittering of the brown-hooded kingfisher, or the meditative buzzing of cicadas.

The camp offers unique luxuries with an opportunity to book a wildlife photographer to capture exceptional moments of you and your clan out on an easy-going nature walk or in the throes of convivial sundowners. Late afternoons can also be spent at the rejuvenating spa day. Book a relaxing massage or exfoliating scrub after an afternoon of exploring the camps' extensive library collection, or after keeping-up with your daily exercise at the well-equipped gym.

Depending on the weather, in the early-to-late evenings you may head out to gaze at the constellation of stars in the dark and unpolluted night sky. Sublime dining is complemented by South African-inspired cuisines that blend hearty regional flavours with freshly baked breads and fine wines.

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After a delightful bush breakfast, return to Hoedspruit Airport for a flight to Cape Town International Airport. A driver awaits you for a road transfer to enjoy slick city living in the comfort of a classic room in the chic Victorian-era lodgings at the Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel.

Situated in the idyllic Gardens neighbourhood, close to the bustling city centre, the hotel is an ideal base from which to explore Cape Town's main attractions. The mornings welcome you with superb continental breakfasts in a perfectly manicured garden before you set out for your daily adventures.

A trip to Cape Town is incomplete without visiting the iconic Table Mountain. On a clear day, you can hike up the slopes or simply enjoy a cable car ride to the top for panoramic views of the city bowl. Venture out for impeccable guided cellar tours of the Cape Winelands' top vineyards. Sample world-renowned wines and indulge in gourmet cuisines in the blissful ambiance of the countryside offering endless views of lush green valleys.

Relaxed afternoons are well spent sprawled out under the sun on the sandy dunes of Camps Bay's beach before braving a dip in the cold waters. Alternatively, visit the ever-popular V&A Waterfront for retail therapy, delightful lunches, and a harbour sunset cruise. You'll have four nights here, offering ample opportunity to head out onto Kloof Street, a passageway to trendy bars and restaurants, for an evening of impeccable dining amidst the vibrant city energy.

After a fun day exploring the city, a cosy room welcomes you to settle next to the warmth of a crackling fireplace for a peaceful night's rest.

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After a final morning in the city, it's back to the airport for a flight to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, where a driver awaits for a 2-hour private road transfer to your final destination. You'll spend three nights in the contemporary luxury of the Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. Situated in the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, it boasts the country's largest land-to-guest ratio, offering you an exclusive wilderness adventure with tailor-made outdoor expeditions.

You'll have access to a dedicated guide and specialist ranger for private, curated game drives and walking safaris. Spend an entire day tracking big game, such as buffalo and elephants, or embark on a specialist birding expedition to spot some of the 315 recorded feathered friends in the reserve.

Additionally, as a dedicated rhino protection area, you can also spend an afternoon with a team of conservationists who'll teach you all about the reserve's habitat preservation, as well as their tracking and monitoring of this beloved, yet threatened, species.

The lodge is revered as a quintessential armchair safari experience, providing the perfect opportunity for you to slow down after a long and adventure-filled itinerary. Experience relaxation and tranquillity on the viewing deck, taking in the slow sights and sounds of the bush. Alternatively, settle into a cosy deckchair by the plunge pool for a refreshing dip.

Top your day off by a visit to the spa for an aromatic massage or exfoliating facial on the open-air veranda at the wellness centre. Be invigorated by a blend of Marula fruit oils and aromatic shea butters amidst the blissful sounds of nearby wildlife. Indulge in Pan-African cuisines in a romantic lantern-lit boma before retiring to your private suite with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, welcoming you to rest to the sights of sparkling stars glistening over lush bush landscapes.

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Indulge in a final breakfast before heading back to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport in Gqeberha (formally Port Elizabeth) for your journey home.