South Africa
9-day Secrets of South Africa
$5899-9458 USD
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Safari summary
This 9-day South Africa trip takes you to Cape Town, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, Sanbona Game Reserve. Starting in One & Only you will spend 2 days exploring one of South Africa’s most spectacular coastal cities. Next up, spend 3 days discovering Grootbos Private Nature Reserve one of South Africa’s premier land-based whale watching destinations. Lastly, you will journey to Sanbona Game Reserve in the Klein Karoo for 3 days in one of the locations of the San Tribes of South Africa.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | None | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1-2: One & Only, Cape Town Touch down in Cape Town International Airport where you will be welcomed by a Jumbari representative who will accompany you to The One & Only Hotel. Located in the V&A Waterfront, the One & Only Hotel is a mere 30-min drive away and will be your base for the next 2 nights. The One & Only Hotel is in close proximity to an array of family activities that the city has to offer, from boat cruises through the harbor to helicopter flights over the city.
Day 3
Day 3-5: Grootbos Garden Lodge, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Wake up to a hearty breakfast at The One & Only before meeting your driver who will transfer you to the Whale Coast. Situated along a pristine marine eco-reserve, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve will be your base for the next 3 nights. Your luxury accommodation boasts panoramic views of the ocean and fynbos of this eco-reserve with all the amenities you may need to allow you and your family the time to reconnect away from hustle and bustle. Spend your days here exploring the reserve by horseback, taking your family on a marine safari or hiking along the coastal cliffs to hidden picnic spots while spotting whale breach in the water below.
Day 6
Day 6-8: Gondwana Family Lodge, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Wake up to a healthy, family breakfast before meeting your driver who will transfer you to Gondwana Family Lodge. Located on the plains on the Karoo, Gondwana Family Lodge will be your family’s base for the next 3 days. This luxury family lodge boasts panoramic views of the surrounding hills and plains of the Sanbona Game Reserve. The family suite features two interleading bedrooms and the lodge caters to little ones by offering play areas, a child-friendly swimming pool and a Kids on Safari programme which teaches them about the wonders of wildlife. Spend your days on guided nature walks, boat cruises and game drives across this reserve. Learn about the ancient rock art left by the San Tribes and the wide variety of fauna & flora alongside your expert guide.
Day 9
Day 9: Departure This day marks the end of your Hidden Secrets of South Africa safari. After a final breakfast at your lodge, your driver will meet you to transfer you to Cape Town International Airport for your onward journey.
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