Not your typical South Africa honeymoon, this trip combines Cape Town with the Grootbos Nature Reserve and the remote and exclusive southern Kalahari. You will begin with a 4 night stay in Cape Town at one of the city’s most unforgettable hotels, The Silo, offering spectacular panoramic views of Table Mountain and the city. Situated within the V&A Waterfront you are perfectly placed to explore all the attractions the city has to offer, and the beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton are 10 minutes by car.
From Cape Town drive to Grootbos Nature Reserve; a pristine paradise showcasing the splendour of the Cape Floral Kingdom and the incredible marine life of the southern tip of Africa. Enjoy a wide variety of activities such as whale watching (in season), shark cage diving, walks and hikes, 4x4 flower safaris, cave tours, horse riding, scenic flights and quad biking. Finally, you will be transported to a completely different world, Tswalu Motse in the expansive private Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. Situated in a remote corner of northern South Africa, where almost 250,000 acres of private wilderness is for the exclusive use of Tswalu guests. Exclusivity is assured with your own private vehicle, guide, and tracker.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa
3 nights - Grootbos Forest Lodge, Hermanus, South Africa
5 nights - Tswalu Motse, Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa
Ends - Transfer to Cape Town International for your international flight home
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South Africa
12 Nights
City
Beach
Scenic
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Accommodation as specified
Meals as specified
Light aircraft transfers as detailed in the itinerary
All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
Car hire, group C car (Toyota Corolla or similar) including full cover, unlimited km and taxes
Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
National Parks and conservation entry fees
Honeymoon extras
Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
Community projects contribution with Uthando
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Gratuities
Personal travel insurance
Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
Visas and visa fees where relevant
Petrol
Beverages with the exception of all inclusive hotels
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ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Helicopter Flights
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to observe the area’s spectacular sea creatures underwater or from the shore, our expert guides reveal the typical marine life, as well as the endemic mammal and bird species, to expect on this sample trip.
Wild Dog
Rock Hyrax
Ostrich
Pangolin
Oryx
Orca
Meerkat
Lion
Kori Bustard
Humpback Whale
Great White Shark
Cape Fur Seal
Brown Hyena
Bottlenose Dolphin
Baboon
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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South Africa
12 Nights
City
Beach
Scenic
Includes flights from JFK
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Helicopter Flights
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
