South African Retreat
AIRFARE INCLUDED
10 days from $5,175* per person
* Based on double occupancy, incl. taxes & fuel surcharges, restrictions apply.
* Prices are in US dollars, based on double occupancy.
South African Retreat
South Africa is a delightful mix of picturesque landscapes, breathtaking game-rich wildlife reserves, and a unique African pulse. Explore vibrant cosmopolitan Cape Town, with plenty of time for optional excursions. Then, head off to the spectacular Waterberg Mountains for up close wildlife encounters in the malaria free Marataba Reserve in the Marakele National Park.
*All prices are in US Dollars per person based on double occupancy accommodations unless otherwise stated. Fuel surcharges, government taxes, departure taxes and September 11th Security Fees are included. Package is subject to availability, may change without notice, blackouts, peak period surcharges, cancellation charges and other restrictions may apply. A 50% deposit is due at the time of booking to confirm program. Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure. Once final payment is received, the program is non-refundable. To protect your investment, trip cancellation insurance is available at an additional cost. For additional Terms & Conditions please contact one of our safari specialists. CST # 207144-20.
Highlights
Explore the Marataba Reserve on morning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles.
Discover why the southern tip of the peninsula is known as the ‘Fairest Cape ’on an optional full day tour. Wind your way along the coast, past pristine beaches and over legendary Chapman’s peak.
Experience the exhilaration of walking in the African bush, senses alert, or the peace and tranquility of an African sunrise or sunset on a leisurely cruise along the Matlabas River.
Enjoy understated luxury and unsurpassed pampering at the 5 star Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa. A 30 minute Rasul Tylarium mud bath experience is included in your stay.
Accommodations
1. Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa
South Africa, Cape Town
Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa is a gracefully restored Victorian gem set in the cosmopolitan Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The intimate and private villa styled hotel is the epitome of exclusive understated luxury. From the moment you set foot into the entrance hall, you will experience attentive yet unobtrusive 24-hour butler-style service. Clean, minimalist lines of present-day design have been interwoven with restored wood, pressed ceilings and original cornices. The individually decorated rooms are imbued with Victorian grace, while tempered with contemporary style and modern day conveniences. High speed wired and wireless internet connectivity, including access to a hi-tech computer station in the library, ensure that guests remain plugged-in to global communications. Breakfast is served in the elegant morning room, on your private balcony or alfresco around the pool. Comprising three luxurious treatment rooms the Elements Spa at Dock House boasts a Tylarium and the latest cutting-edge gym facilities, including a Kenesis unit.
2. Marataba Safari Lodge
Marakele National Park
Marataba Safari Lodge is a simple extension of the natural environment beyond its walls - rich, bold and organic. Each of the canvas-and-stone tented suites are tastefully furnished and decorated with a contemporary twist. Each suite has a private deck overlooking the sweeping plains and meandering river below. The en-suite stone bathrooms are the epitome of bush opulence, offering indoor and outdoor showers, inviting stone bath, his and hers vanities, and a dressing room. The main lodge has a large lounge with cozy fireplace; swimming pool with pool loungers; hammocks in the trees; a well-stocked library and complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Itinerary
Day 1. New York, USA / Johannesburg, South Africa
Depart New York on your international flight on South African Airways to Johannesburg. From the moment you board your South African Airways flight you feel the warm and welcoming African hospitality in every detail of the world class service you are about to experience.
Day 2. Johannesburg / Cape Town
Arrive in Johannesburg and take a short domestic flight to your Cape Town destination. You will be met by an African Travel, Inc. representative and transferred to your hotel on the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa
Day 3. Cape Town
Spend today at leisure. Few cities in the world offer as many potential activities as Cape Town. Perhaps go on a guided city tour. Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, marvel at the colorful Malay Quarter, stroll through the Company Gardens, past the Houses of Parliament, and then test your bargaining skills at the bustling Greenmarket Square. (B)
Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa
Day 4. Cape Town
Enjoy another day at leisure in the fascinating city of Cape Town. We suggest a Cape Peninsula Tour. Immerse yourself in spectacular ocean vistas on today’s full day exploration of "The Fairest Cape." Drive past the sparkling beaches of Camps Bay, Clifton and Llandudno and along the legendary Chapman's Peak drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve making a stop at Boulders Beach to visit the endearing penguin colony.
Hidden Gems: Indulge in a 30 minute Rasul Tylarium mud bath experience at the Elements Spa. One per person is included in your stay. (B)
Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa
Day 5. Cape Town
Relish your last leisurely day. Perhaps a sojourn to the nearby Cape Winelands to sample gourmet fare or a visit to Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site and place of incarceration of South Africa's beloved Nelson Mandela or if you want to get your heart pounding, descend into the shark infested Atlantic Ocean in a reinforced cage. (B)
Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa
Day 6. Cape Town /Johannesburg / Marakele National Park
Today you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, you will be met and transferred by road to your 5-star accommodations. Settle in and soak up the tranquility of the African bush before embarking on your late afternoon game drive. The park is home to all of the large game species, from elephant and rhino to the big cats, as well as an amazing variety of birds, including the largest colony of endangered Cape vultures in the world. (BLD)
Marataba Safari Lodge
Day 7. Marakele National Park
Your day begins early, with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Outside, the sun is just beginning to peek over the horizon, highlighting the vast plains, winding rivers, and majestic mountains. Spend your day exploring this wilderness paradise. (BLD)
Marataba Safari Lodge
Day 8. Marakele National Park
Reminiscent of the intrepid explorers who navigated wild Africa; guided bush walks are another way to explore the landscape. Learn about the medicinal uses of the local flora, view animals at eye level and experience the rhythm and energy of the bush. In the afternoon take a leisurely cruise on the Python Dam. Bask in the day’s golden moments as the sun dips below the horizon. (BLD)
Marataba Safari Lodge
Day 9. Marakele National Park / Johannesburg / New York
Greet the dawn on one final game drive. After a hearty breakfast, you will be transferred by road back to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport. Connect with your scheduled international South African Airways flight. (B)
Day 10. New York
Arrive in New York with memories to last a lifetime.
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
**Surcharges Apply .
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
International Airfare from New York & includes Internal Airfare
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