Tiffany & Eric’s South Africa Safari Adventure

Cape Town, Amakhala Game Reserve &
Kruger National Park

Itinerary Overview:
12 Days / 11 Nights

Day 1     Sunday, March 26

Arrive Cape Town, transfer to hotel
Commodore Hotel, Junior Suite (Extra length King bed) Bed and Breakfast (BB)

Day 2     Monday, March 27          

Morning: Robben Island with Christo Brand
Afternoon: Table Mountain & City Orientation
Commodore Hotel, Junior Suite, Bed and Breakfast (BB)

Day 3     Tuesday, March 28         

Morning: Cape Town Coffee Experience
Afternoon: Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking
Commodore Hotel, Junior Suite, Bed and Breakfast (BB)

Day 4     Wednesday, March 29

Full day Private Guided Cape Peninsula Tour, including Boulders Beach Penguins
Commodore Hotel, Junior Suite, Bed and Breakfast (BB)

Day 5     Thursday, March 30     

Mid-Morning & Early Afternoon: Stellenbosch Classic Cape Cuisine Walk
Later Afternoon:  Franschhoek Chocolate Experience
Commodore Hotel, Junior Suite, Bed and Breakfast (BB)

Day 6     Friday, March 31

Transfer to Cape Town Airport (CPT) for flight to Port Elizabeth, name changed to Gqeberha (PLZ)
Transfer to Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge, Amakhala Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, Evening Game Drive
Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge, Luxury Suite (not tented), King Bed, Full Board - All Meals, plus Activities (FB+)

Day 7     Saturday, April 1

Full day on Safari - twice daily Game Drives and all meals at Lodge
Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge, Luxury Suite, Full Board (FB+)

Day 8     Sunday, April 2

Full day on Safari - twice daily Game Drives and all meals at Lodge
Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge, Luxury Suite, Full Board (FB+)

Day 9     Monday, April 3

Early departure from PLZ to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS) via Johannesburg (JNB)
Transfer to Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park, Afternoon Game Drive
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Luxury Suite (not tented) King Bed, Full Board (FB+)

Day 10   Tuesday, April 4

Full day on Safari - twice daily Game Drives and all meals at Lodge
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Luxury Suite, Full Board (FB+)

Day 11   Wednesday, April 5

Full day on Safari - twice daily Game Drives and all meals at Lodge
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Luxury Suite, Full Board (FB+)

Day 12 Thursday, April 6

Transfer to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS) for flight to Johnannesburg (JNB) departure

Day 1     Sunday, March 26

Arrive Cape Town International Airport (CPT), South Africa
Be greeted by our driver and transfer to your Cape Town hotel. Settle into your home for the next five days.
Commodore Hotel, Junior Suite (Extra length King bed), Bed and Breakfast (BB)

The Commodore Hotel is "Where Table Mountain meets the V&A Waterfront" Located in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, The Commodore Hotel provides sweeping views of Table Mountain, Cape Town Harbor, and Robben Island. Enjoy shopping as well as dining at the fabulous, world-class restaurants at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

Day 2 Monday, March 27

After a delicious South African Breakfast at your hotel, set out for a day of exploring Cape Town.

Morning: Your driver will transfer you to the departure point for your boat ride to Robben Island. Here you will meet Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s previous prison guard, who later became one of his close friends. Robben Island, is considered the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice.” The Island is famous for being home to Nelson Mandela for 18 of his 27 years of imprisonment.

After you go across to the island on the ferry, once on the island you will be separate from the group and will have your own vehicle for the island tour and will do the prison part with Christo Brand. A private, exclusive, and personal tour of Robben Island with Christo Brand.

Afternoon: On return to the mainland from Robben Island you will have lunch at The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. After lunch, then head into the City Centre for a brief walking tour taking in the main historical sites, including the Castle of Good Hope, the oldest building in the country. Your city tour ends with a trip in the cable car to the top of Cape Town’s iconic landmark – Table Mountain, also a Natural Wonder of the World.

The City Orientation includes both historical and cultural sites of interest in the Cape Town City Centre. Because you are doing both Robben Island and Table Mountain, there is not a lot of time to spend in the city. You will do a drive by the main streets, stop in the Bo Kaap which is famous for its colourful houses (and its unique blend of Curry!). If time permits, you will walk about in the Company Gardens which is surrounded by the Parliament Houses, several Museums and Art Galleries. If you are interested you can have a quick stop as well at Greenmarket Square which is a large fleamarket, with arts and crafts from all over Africa. You will have a driver, so you can spend as much or as little time as you like at the stops, or skip them if you aren't interested.

Please note: Should you choose to not dine at the V&A Waterfront for Dinner, during your stay in Cape Town, your Driver Guide will be available each evening for dinner transfers, within Cape Town, except for day of arrival. We are happy to make suggestions based on your food preferences.

Day 3 Tuesday, March 28

Morning: Cape Town Coffee Experience:
Explore the streets of Cape Town and dive headfirst into the ever-growing coffee scene. A MUST do experience for all coffee lovers. Experience a different coffee brewing method at each stop. Get all your questions answered about coffee roasting and becoming a barista. Experience a behind the scenes look at the roasting process and the intense training baristas undertake. Enjoy connecting with local baristas, professional roasters, and coffee enthusiasts.

 The tour kicks off at 10:00 am sharp, with a set itinerary to follow thereafter. You will be walking from one stop to another, so be sure to have comfy shoes on. Have your camera ready as your Guide will be pointing out a few great spots for photography.

There will be a coffee tasting at each location along with a presentation of each individual brand and their passion. 3 food pairings will be on this experience. You will end off at 1:00 pm at Heaven Coffee shop, on Burg street, with a coffee presentation and old church tour as you sip on your cup of coffee.

Your Guide will have you all hyped up, along with the caffeine. They will keep you entertained all the way.

Afternoon: Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking
With soft white sand that reaches up to 50 meters high, Atlantis Dunes are located just outside Cape Town on the West Coast of South Africa. Quad biking and other adventure sports not only supports the local community, but also add income for the upkeep and preservation of the Atlantis Dunes Natural Reserve.

Day 4 Wednesday, March 29

Full day Private Guided Cape Peninsula Tour, including Boulders Beach Penguins

Set out on the spectacularly beautiful mountainous Cape Peninsula. At the southern most, tip you will stop by Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, where you may see unexpected wildlife.

You will stop by for a visit with the famous African penguins. Located in near Simon’s Town, the Boulders Beach Penguins reside in the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area. Enjoy lunch in the historic Navy town of Simon’s Town.

Day 5     Thursday, March 30        

Mid-Morning & Early Afternoon, 10:00 am to 1:30 pm:
Classic Cape Cuisine Walk in Stellenbosch

A unique and original food experience that introduces you to the authentic flavors of Stellenbosch. Experience South African culture through the stories, the food and the architecture along the oak-lined streets of this historical town. Then, you head off to find the mysterious island where Stellenbosch was founded. A visit to a beautiful eatery will ignite your senses when you are introduced to delicately crafted wines* accompanied by appetizing treats. Equally enticing will be your visits to local spots. Each one will spoil you with traditional teas, desserts and lunch.

Highlights of the Cuisine Walk include:

·         A Leisurely-paced walk coupled with entertaining stories about the town

·         Visit the oldest restored townhouse in South Africa

·         Sample home-grown teas paired with typical Cape sweet treats

·         Taste traditional beef snacks

·         Relax for a Heritage Lunch Platter at the oldest hotel in Stellenbosch.

*Non-alcoholic options are available and have been requested for your tour.

Later Afternoon: Franschhoek Chocolate Experience, Huguenot Fine Chocolates

Prepare for some of South Africa’s finest Chocolatiers. This half hour program outlines the story of chocolate. You will engage in a chocolate tasting and experience a demonstration of how chocolates are made. At the end you will receive a two-pack of chocolates to take home and enjoy later. South Africa's premier producer of fine hand crafted Belgian chocolates, this boutique chocolaterie, in the main street of Franschhoek offers a delicious range of chocolates, made from the finest imported Belgian chocolate.

Day 6     Friday, March 31

Transfer to Cape Town Airport (CPT) for flight to Port Elizabeth, name changed to Gqeberha (PLZ)

Transfer to Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge, Amakhala Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, Evening Game Drive

Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge, Luxury Suite (not tented) King Bed, Full Board (FB+)

Days 7 - 8  Saturday, April 1 & Sunday April 2

Full day on Safari - twice daily Game Drives and all meals at Amakhala Hlosi Safari Lodge

Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodgee is located in Amakhala Game Reserve, in the malaria-free Eastern Cape of South Africa. Wildlife likely to be encountered during the game drives in the Game Reserve are: the "Big Five", Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, and Leopard as well as Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, and plenty of antelope species. Lying along a gentle curve of a hill above the river plain, the Lodge’s suites offer wide-open views with four-star comforts. The main lodge includes elegant lounge and dining areas, and a splendid deck overlooking the swimming pool and waterhole.

Watch breathlessly from the privacy of your own viewing deck at the array of wildlife and bird life from a safe and comfortable distance.

The Lodge creates intimate, personal game-viewing experiences, sharing the Amakhala Hlosi Game Lodge’s family’s love for conservation, food, and life. Your suite is open plan, with a lounge and a king size bed. Leading off from the suite is a bathroom with an indoor and outdoor shower, a bath and a separate WC. Your private deck is there for your game viewing pleasure, or a refreshing sundowner before dinner is served.

Extra Activities at Hlosi Include:

·         River Cruise

·         Night Drives

·         Star Gazing

·         Birding

·         Bush Walks

·         Archery

·         Spa Therapy

·         Fishing

* Please note these activities are at an extra charge and may be booked at the Lodge.

Day 9     Monday, April 3

Early departure from PLZ to HDS via JNB.

Transfer to Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Mluwati Concession, Kruger National Park, Afternoon Game Drive

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Luxury Suite (not tented), King Bed, Full Board (FB+)

Days 10 -11 Tuesday, April 4 & Wednesday, April 5

Full day on Safari - twice daily Game Drives and all meals at Lodge

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, Luxury Suite, Full Board (FB+)

As one of the first private concessions in the Kruger National Park, Mluwati has worked tirelessly to ensure the sustainability of this pristine wilderness that for over 100 years has been a sanctuary for over 114 reptiles, 34 amphibians, 336 tree species and 147 mammal species, including Africa’s “Big Five”.

You will enjoy some of Kruger’s most spectacular landscapes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, birdlife, and plant life within the Mluwati Concession, ensuring that each Safari experience will be unique.

You will be accommodated in one of six (6) circular air-conditioned suites, with traditional brightly earth-coloured walls, tapered thatched roofs and folding glass doors that allows you to fully experience the wilderness.

Please note: there is no Wi-Fi or cellphone signal at this exclusive and remote Safari Lodge, allowing complete relaxation for our guests. The suites offer a radio link to the manager at the Lodge.

A Safari Day at Hoyo Hoyo

05h30    Wake up time and morning tea 

06h00    Morning Safari departs 

09h00    Return for breakfast      

13h30    Lunch   

15h00    High Tea             

15h30    Afternoon Safari departs                             

19h30    Return from Safari & dinner is served

Day 12 Thursday, April 6

Transfer to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS) for flight to Johannesburg (JNB) departure.

Have a safe flight home to England & We look forward to your return for your next Safari Adventure!

Price Per Person: $5,950 USD  (sharing)

Includes:

Domestic Flights

11 nights’ accommodation as per itinerary

Breakfast daily

Driver Guide for Dinner Transfers within Cape Town on Days 2 through 5

All meals and local drinks at Lodges

All required airport transfers on a private basis, except Hoyo Hoyo – scheduled/shared Lodge transfer

Activities in Cape Town: Cape Town Coffee Experience including transfers, Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking including transfers

Robben Island Scheduled Tour with Christo Brand

Half Day Cape Town City Orientation tour with Table Mountain, includes Table Mountain cableway tickets

Private full day Cape Peninsula tour including entrance to Cape of Good Hope/Cape Point and Boulders Beach

Private full day tour through Cape Winelands, including Stellenbosch Classic Cape Cuisine Walk and Franschhoek Chocolate Experience

Twice daily Game Drives at both Lodges

Conservation fees/levies at Lodges

Walking Safari at Hoyo Hoyo

Excludes:

International Flights

Additional meals and drinks not included (in Cape Town)

Premium Alcohol

Tips and Gratuities

Personal items

Additional activities/excursion/entrance fees not listed as included

Anything not mentioned as included – please ask if anything is unclear