7 Days South Africa Luxury Tour
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7 Days South Africa Luxury Tour Overview
This 7 Days South Africa Luxury Tour will see you experience the best of South Africa, from lively Cape Town to scenic food and drink destination Franschhoek, to game drives in the Greater Kruger region, all whilst staying in gorgeous luxury accommodation. Scale Table Mountain, sample boutique vintages in the Cape Winelands, then head out on safari in the Timbavati Game Reserve, where you can spot Africa’s Big Five and other big game favourites. This is South Africa at its finest.
7 Days South Africa Luxury Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town
- Day 2-3: Transfer to the Winelands
- Day 4-6: Transfer to Timbavati Nature Reserve
- Day 7: Depart from Hoedspruit
7 Days South Africa Luxury Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town
Your luxury South Africa tour will start with a VIP meet and greet at Cape Town International Airport and a private road transfer to your accommodation at Four Rosmead Guesthouse. Built in 1903, this historic hotel is located on the slopes of Table Mountain in tranquil and leafy Oranjezicht. Upon arrival, you can unwind in the heated swimming pool, meander the landscaped gardens or start your exploration of Cape Town.
Four Rosmead Guesthouse is within walking distance of Green Market Square, and only 10 minutes by car from the V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch Gardens, as well as the Clifton and Camps Bay beaches. Scale the iconic flat-topped plateau of Table Mountain, enjoy the great outdoors at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden and learn about the country’s difficult modern history with educational trips to Robben Island (where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated, along with many other political prisoners during the Apartheid era) and the District Six Museum.
- Main Destination: Cape Town (City)
- Accommodation: Four Rosmead
- Luxury guest house located in Cape Town (City)
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- Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Day 2-3: Transfer to the Winelands
Today, you’ll leave Cape Town behind and head to the scenic Cape Winelands via a private road transfer (journey time around one hour) to Franschhoek. You’ll be staying at The Last Word Franschooek, a luxury accommodation, situated in the heart of the town. Franschhoek is arguably the most historic, beautiful and captivating town in the Cape Winelands and there is plenty to enjoy here.
Free bikes are available to explore the Winelands even further, then treat yourself to a pampering with the Mobile Beauty to You spa – a mobile spa that allows you to enjoy beauty and relaxation treatments in the comfort of your own room. Of course, the main draw here is the exceptional food and drink, so don’t miss the fresh country cuisine on offer, with seasonal dishes paired with wines from the local estates.
- Main Destination: Franschhoek (Winelands)
- Accommodation: Last Word Franschoek
- Luxury hotel located in Franschhoek (Winelands)
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- Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Day 4-6: Transfer to Timbavati Nature Reserve
Next, you’ll take a private road transfer from La Petite Ferme to Cape Town Airport and take a domestic flight to Hoedspruit Airport (cost of flight not included in tour price). From here, it’s a second private road transfer Kambaku River Sands, a luxury safari lodge located in Timbavati Nature Reserve, in the Greater Kruger region. You’ll be staying in one of Kambaku River Sands’ luxury thatched suites with facilities including a spa with sauna and steam rooms, an infinity pool, a sunken wine cellar, a wrap-around bar area and a raised bird hide, where you can also opt to sleep-out for an additional cost.
Embark on morning and evening game drives around Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, a conservation area that borders the Kruger National Park without fences. Expect sightings of big game favourites, as well as some of the region’s rarest wildlife, including white lions, African wild dogs and aardvarks. There are also options for walking safaris and photo safaris.
- Main Destination: Timbavati Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)
- Accommodation: Kambaku River Sands
- Mid-range lodge located inside Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger)
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- Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Day 7: Depart from Hoedspruit Sadly, your luxury South Africa safari tour comes to an end. This morning, you’ll leave your accommodation and take a transfer back to Hoedspruit Airport in plenty of time for your onward flight. If you’d like to adjust this itinerary, add time to other destinations, or create your own bespoke South African holiday, get in touch with our friendly team of Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your dream trip. Main Destination: Hoedspruit Airport (Hoedspruit) Accommodation: No accommodation
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON A SOUTH AFRICA SAFARI
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: All visitors to South Africa must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveller. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest South African Embassy or Consulate.
LANGUAGE:English
TIME: GMT +3
VOLTAGE: 220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the government in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.
CURRENCY: Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort.  Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.
CLOTHING: Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.
BAGGAGE: Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.
WATER: You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.
HEALTH; East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure we are notified prior to travel
GRATUITIES: As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following: The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.
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