South Africa in Ultimate Luxury
8 days from $7,695 per person
* Prices are in US dollars, based on double occupancy.
This journey combines contemporary design and exclusivity, with beautiful settings and spectacular wildlife viewing, to create the ultimate sensory wildlife safari.
Highlights
Explore all that Cape Town has to offer, potential activities are limited only by the imagination.
Discover timeless glamour and contemporary luxury at The Silo set high above the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
Experience the thrill of searching for Africa’s wildlife, on twice-daily game drives in the untouched wilderness of Thornybush Nature Reserve.
Enjoy the nostalgia and romance of yesteryear at Saseka Tented Camp, with all the luxurious comforts of 21st century design.
Accommodations
1. The Silo
South Africa, Cape Town
The Silo Hotel is a magical hotel towering above the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Built in the grain elevator portion of the historic grain silo complex, the hotel occupies the six floors above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa. The hotel is a celebration of art, style, architecture and design. All the rooms are individually designed and decorated with colorful, eclectic pieces juxtaposing the modern, industrial architecture. Pillowed window bays are one of the key architectural features. Due to the unique architecture of the hotel, the rooms are more spacious vertically than horizontally. The Willaston Bar with stunning views over the city is a great place to enjoy a glass of wine, while The Granary Café offers a more formal dining experience. The Silo Rooftop is the ideal spot for a sunset cocktail or a casual lunch. Guests can enjoy signature treatments at the spa, take afternoon tea overlooking Table Mountain, swim in the rooftop pool or enjoy a guided tour of the museum.
2. Saseka Tented Camp
South Africa, Thornybush Private Nature Reserve
Saseka meaning beautiful in Tsonga, is elegantly positioned on the banks of a dry-riverbed in the game rich Thornybush Nature Reserve. The use of light is a key factor, and the lodge blends a wonderfully spacious, modern look with natural materials and textures. Tented suites have floor to ceiling glass sliding doors that open onto a private deck and pool. Amenities include air conditioning, telephone, mini bar, safe, separate bath and shower, outside shower, hair dryer, mosquito nets, fan and complimentary Wi-Fi. The main lodge area is a celebration of nature and offers both an upper and lower-deck, with views onto the riverbed. The extraordinary ceiling filters light into the space – imitating the natural dappled light of a tree canopy.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Cape Town, South Africa
Look forward to a warm welcome on arrival in Cape Town. A transfer takes you to the 5-star Silo Hotel located in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This unique and stunning property, built in the grain elevator portion of a historic grain silo complex, is a magical place with beautiful individually designed and decorated rooms.
The Silo
Day 2. Cape Town
Meaningful Moment: – Entry into Zeitz MOCAA, a modern art museum that rivals the likes of the Tate Modern in London, MoMA in New York and Museo Nacional del Prado in Madrid. The museum collects, preserves, researches, and exhibits cutting edge art from Africa and its Diaspora. (B)
The Silo
Day 3. Cape Town
Meaningful Moment: - Enjoy a full day excursion to the Cape Peninsula, and see why the area earned the name of The Fairest Cape. Hug the cliffs as you snake along legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. You will have the opportunity to ride the Flying Dutchman funicular to the old lighthouse for awe-inspiring views! Continue along the coast to the lively penguin colony at Boulders Beach, then head back to the city via the naval village of Simon’s Town. (B)
The Silo
Day 4. Cape Town
Meaningful Moment: - Today’s sojourn into the nearby winelands celebrates the glorious grape. Here spectacular vineyards cover the valley floor and mountain slopes. Discover wine farms and estates dating back 300 years, each with their own story to tell. Revel in the scenery, like the picturesque village of Franschhoek, the gourmet capital of the Cape. (B)
The Silo
Day 5. Cape Town / Kruger Private Reserve
Bid farewell to Cape Town and fly off to your tented camp in the renowned Thornybush Nature Reserve, which has earned its reputation as one of the country’s finest bush experiences. Meet for high tea and set off on your first thrilling afternoon game drive which takes you into the night to view the more elusive nocturnal species. Return to camp for a sumptuous dinner and a relaxing evening around the fireplace. (BLD)
Saseka Tented Camp
Day 6. Kruger Private Reserve
Safari game drives, accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers, take place early morning and late afternoon into early evening. This area is one of the finest safari areas in South Africa with an extremely high density of wildlife and you are sure to be enthralled by your wildlife experience! (BLD)
Saseka Tented Camp
Day 7. Kruger Private Reserve
With your skilled ranger, explore the rarer sights and wonders of the bush during your game viewing activities today. Perhaps take a guided walk through the bush or arrange for a candle-lit alfresco dinner as the Southern Cross begins to twinkle. (BLD)
Saseka Tented Camp
Day 8. Kruger Private Reserve / Depart
Greet the dawn on one final game drive. Return to camp for a hearty breakfast, and then relax until time to transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport, connect to your international departure flight. (B)
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
**Surcharges Apply Jan 01 - 05, Apr 01 - 19 and Dec 15-31.
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
Cape Town - Kruger - Johannesburg
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