With a Central Highlands safari, discover Okonjima, a conservation hotspot that is home to The AfriCat Foundation; famous for rehabilitating big cats and other wildlife. A family-run business, the AfriCat conservation efforts have been ongoing since 1993 and since that time has helped to successfully reintroduce more than 1080 carnivores back into the wild.
Highlights
Renowned for phenomenal cheetah sightings
Expansive area of wilderness and rich conservation presence
Exceptional birdwatching experiences, with over 250 species recorded
Authentic cultural experiences and meet the indigenous San Bushmen
Embark on walking safaris to track cheetah, leopard and rare African wild dog
Iconic Activities
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Rhino Tracking
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Star Gazing/Star Bed
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Central Highlands Map
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in the Central Highlands
White Rhino
Springbok
Sable
Beisa Oryx
Leopard
Kudu
Cheetah
Brown Hyena
Sample Itineraries
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From majestic wildlife to out of this world natural wonders, cultural melting pots and enchanting beaches, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is thrilling. Unsure where to visit? Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure, a milestone celebration or simply a much-needed escape, experience the joy with this inspiring selection of favourites.
Bespoke itineraries
Flights and transfers included
Best rates guaranteed
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When to visit
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Luxury Accommodation
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
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HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we believe in making your journey effortless. Browse our website for inspiration or get in touch with us directly. Whether you already have a dream destination in mind or need some inspiration, our travel experts are here to create your custom itinerary. Serial safari-goer, Indophile or first-time explorer, your adventure starts with a conversation.
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Call us or inquire online. Share your wish list and we’ll start planning your adventure.
Customize
Your dedicated travel expert will be in touch within 24 hours to start designing your bespoke itinerary.
Confirm
We won’t stop refining your plans until we get the perfect trip at the best price.
Travel
Receive your Mahlatini travel documents, pack your bags and set off on your trip of a lifetime!
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Alyssa Janssen, 6th October 2023
vacation to
Namibia
Incredible! It will be VERY difficult to top this trip. We had the experience of a lifetime.
This was our third trip with Mahlatini and we wouldn't go to Africa with anyone else! We had an absolutely wonderful and memorable trip. Namibia was just unbelievable - with its arid and desolate landscapes and the feeling of truly being in the middle of nowhere, we loved the escape! Namibia is def…
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4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Rhino Tracking
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Star Gazing/Star Bed
