Spoil yourself with this utterly indulgent trip combining Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and the southern Kalahari Desert. You will begin with a stay in Cape Town at arguably one of the city's most exclusive boutique hotels, Ellerman House, a historic Edwardian-style mansion, offering exquisite views of the Atlantic Ocean, the city and Lion's Head. Clifton's sheltered beaches are within walking distance while local attractions such as Table Mountain, Camps Bay, and V&A Waterfront are 10 minutes by car. A stay at Delaire Graff Wine Estate in Stellenbosh is next.
Surrounded by sweeping views across stunning vineyards and mountains, this is one of the world's leading wine destinations and luxury accommodations. The incredible location provides a sense of escape and privacy for its guests. Finally, you will be transported to a completely different world, Tswalu Motse in the private Private Tswalu Kalahari reserve is situated in a remote corner of northern South Africa. Here, almost 250,000 acres of private wilderness is for the exclusive use of Tswalu guests, who, for complete privacy and exclusivity, all receive a private vehicle, guide, and tracker. Throughout the trip you will be privately road transferred and flown by light aircraft to the Kalahari.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - Ellerman House, Cape Town, South Africa
2 nights - Delaire Graff Estate, Winelands, South Africa
4 nights - Tswalu Motse, Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa
Ends - Transfer to Cape Town International for your international flight home
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South Africa
10 Nights
City
Scenic
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Guide Price
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Includes flights from JFK
Highlights
South Africas finest cuisine and wines
A showcase of South Africas most exclusive and private hotels
Spending time with habituated meerkats
Bespoke experiences
Tswalu Motse - the ultimate off-the-beaten-track escape
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Meals as specified
Drinks at Tswalu Motse (excluding premium brands)
All scheduled activities at Tswalu Motse
Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
National Parks and conservation entry fees
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 included at Tswalu Motse
Visas and visa fees where relevant
Beverages with the exception of Tswalu Motse
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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
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse riding
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
African Wilddog
Rock Hyrax
Ostrich
Pangolin
Beisa Oryx
Orca
Meerkat
Lion
Kori Bustard
Humpback Whale
Great White Shark
Cape Fur Seal
Brown Hyena
Baboon
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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