Inspirational self drive honeymoon to South Africa
This honeymoon is a showcase all that South Africa’s beautiful Cape province has to offer. Road trip through the exquisite scenery visiting Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, the Garden Route and concluding with an exhilarating safari in the Eastern Cape. Start in Cape Town staying the chic Camissa House, at the base of Table Mountain, offering spectacular views of the city and Atlantic Ocean.
Spend your days exploring the city’s most famous sights from Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront to the penguins at Boulder’s Beach and your evenings on the rooftop bar watching the sunset. Then take a slow drive through to the food and wine capital of South Africa that is the Cape Winelands. Staying at the exquisite Boschendal Wine Estate you can enjoy their picnics or go wine tasting on the famous Franschhoek Wine Tram. Then take the cliff-hugging coastal road to the De Hoop Nature Reserve where you can soak up the sun on a secluded beach and look out for whales. Plettenberg Bay, on South Africa's famed Garden Route, is your next stop, with its many action-packed activities and beautiful beaches. More adventure beckons as you end your journey in the Eastern Cape staying at the tranquil Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge in the private Kwandwe reserve. Fully immerse yourself in nature and enjoy day and night game drives in search of the Big 5.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - Camissa House, Cape Town, South Africa
2 nights - Boschendal, Winelands, South Africa
3 nights - Lekkerwater Beach Lodge at De Hoop, De Hoop Nature Reserve, South Africa
3 nights - The Plettenberg, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
4 nights - Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Ends - Transfer to Port Elizabeth for your international flight home
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South Africa
16 Nights
City
Beach
Safari
Scenic
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Meals as specified
All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
Car hire, group C car (Toyotal Corolla or similar) including full cover, unlimited km and taxes
National Parks and conservation entry fees
Honeymoon extras
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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.
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
White Water Rafting
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Snorkelling/Scuba Diving
Water Sports
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
Photographic Safari
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick off the Big Five or encounter specific safari species and sea creatures on your safari and coastal stay, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
Zebra
Wildebeest
White Rhino
Rock Hyrax
Ostrich
Pangolin
Orca
Lion
Leopard
Humpback Whale
Hippo
Great White Shark
Elephant
Crocodile
Cheetah
Cape Fur Seal
Buffalo
Brown Hyena
Bottlenose Dolphin
Black Rhino
Baboon
African Fish Eagle
Giraffe
Aardvark
Aardwolf
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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From exhilarating wildlife encounters to out-of-this-world natural wonders, echoes of ancient empires, and rose-gold beaches, every bespoke journey is designed to immerse you in the extraordinary. Whether you’re planning a once-in-a-lifetime safari, a milestone celebration, a soul-stirring retreat, or simply looking to travel well and with purpose, these itineraries offer a starting point for what’s possible. As a top tour operator in the world, as recognised by both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveller, we will guide you on how to shape the ultimate expedition.
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South Africa
16 Nights
City
Beach
Safari
Scenic
Includes flights from JFK
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
White Water Rafting
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Snorkelling/Scuba Diving
Water Sports
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
Photographic Safari
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
