Essence of Southern Africa

13 days
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Blend Africa’s ‘World in One Country’ with a wonderful barefoot luxury conclusion on Benguerra Island and you’ve got yourself a trip that can’t fail to delight! Begin in South Africa in Franschhoek, set in the middle of the famed Winelands not far from vibrant Cape Town, before moving on to Kruger National Park. Here you stay at the decadent Tanda Tula, a sop...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore rural vineyards in the Winelands, close to Cape Town
    • Dine in some of South Africa’s finest restaurants and enjoy excellent local wines
    • Scale Table Mountain and soak up incredible views across Cape Town
    • Learn about South Africa’s cultural history with a visit to Robben Island or visit a local township
    • Track the Big5 on guided day and night game drives through predator rich Timbavati Reserve near Kruger National Park
    • Enjoy bush walks to spot tracks and signs of smaller wildlife you may miss from a vehicle
    • Stay in barefoot luxury in a small hotel on a pristine beach
    • Soak up the views from your private plunge pool
    • Experience world-class snorkeling and diving on undisturbed reefs
    • A private 13-day adventure that blends city comforts with the real African wilderness

What's this trip about?

    Blend Africa’s ‘World in One Country’ with a wonderful barefoot luxury conclusion on Benguerra Island and you’ve got yourself a trip that can’t fail to delight! Begin in South Africa in Franschhoek, set in the middle of the famed Winelands not far from vibrant Cape Town, before moving on to Kruger National Park. Here you stay at the decadent Tanda Tula, a sophisticated tented safari camp set in the heart of game paradise, which is home to lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, giraffe and zebra. After a few busy but exhilarating days of game spotting, fly to Azura lodge on Mozambique’s heavenly Benguerra Island. A wonderful way to wrap up an adventure-packed vacation, here you can relax on dazzling white beaches or just soak up the dramatic views of the turquoise ocean from the lodge’s lofty setting.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityCape Town
End CityJohannesburg

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Bird Watching
  • Culture
  • Game Drive
  • Horseback Riding & Equestrian
  • Nature
  • Safari
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Internal flights (note: strict 44lbs baggage allowance per person including hand luggage)
    • Helicopter flights
    • Passenger and airport taxes
    • Airport transfers
    • Other transfers
    • Accommodation and meals as stated
    • Drinks as stated
    • Laundry as stated
    • Activities as stated
    • National Park and concession fees
    • Car Hire

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Days 1-4

Accommodation: Le Quartier Francais

On arrival into Cape Town International Airport today you will make your way to the rental information desk to collect paperwork and keys for your hire car. You have the use of a hire car throughout your time in Cape Town.

Days 5-7

Accommodation: Tanda Tula

After breakfast this morning you will drive yourselves to Cape Town International Airport in time to check for a regional flight to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport.

On arrival into Kruger Mpumalanga airstrip you will be met and assist...

Days 8-12

Accommodation: Azura Benguerra

A scheduled light aircraft flight will take you to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport this morning in time to connect with a regional flight to Vilanculos. You will be met on arrival into Vilanculos and transferred to a helicopter flight t...

Day 13: Fly Vilanculos to Johannesburg

A morning helicopter flight will take you back to Vilanculos today. You will land in time to take a scheduled flight to Johannesburg. From here you will take an international flight home or continue with another African adventure.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $7,795
Price per day$600
Last Updated: 5/15/2023

The price for this vacation is based on a private trip with two people traveling together.

The price for your travel arrangements:  $15,518

Price Per Person:  $7,759

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International and regional flights
    • Bazaruto National Park Fee (currently US$10 per person on arrival)
    • Airport departure taxes in Mozambique
    • Please note the following taxes now apply these can't be pre-paid and must be paid at the Airport on
    • Arrival or Departure:
    • $3.00 Border Tax paid on arrival
    • $10.00 Domestic Air Tax paid at transfer
    • $30.00 Departure Tax paid on departure
    • Visas
    • Travel insurance
    • Tips and gratuities
    • Another personal spending
    • If you weigh over 220lbs then you may be charged for a second seat on light aircraft flights

Accommodation

Le Quartier Francais

Le Quartier Francais is a small luxurious hotel in the village of Franschhoek, right in the centre of the Cape Winelands. Less than an hour from Cape Town

Tanda Tula

Tanda Tula Safari Camp is on the Western border of Kruger National Park in South Africa, in a 20,000 acre private area called the Timbavati Reserve

Azura Benguerra

Azura Benguerra is Mozambique’s first luxury eco-boutique resort and is located on Benguerra Island within the stunning Bazaruto National Park

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Visa requirements
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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