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View the Big Five on game drives at Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
View great sights along the Panorama Route such as Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes
Take in the battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift
Specialist Historian in the Battlefields
Savor the sights and sounds of Cape Town, South Africa’s most renowned city
Two nights in the Cape Grace

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Primary:	Wildlife
Other:	Off-road Auto & 4x4, Waterfalls, bushwalking, Historical Sites, Local Markets, Rainforests, winelands, Nature Reserves

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A land of cultural and scenic diversity, South Africa offers a wealth of spectacular sights. This journey incorporates the finest, combining the thrill of a safari in a private game reserve with the rugged scenery of Mpumalanga and the historic battlefields of Zululand. The tour continues with a journey along the spectacular Garden Route and concludes with stays in the Cape Winelands and cosmopolitan Cape Town.

Tour Notes

Additional pre- & post- tour nights may be required based on your international flights schedule. Please contact Cox & Kings for further details.

Day 1: Arrive in Johannesburg/To Sabi Sands

Arrive in Johannesburg and fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Transfer to River Lodge, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve, in the Sabi Sands and stay for 2 nights. Evening game drive. River Lodge, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve (L,D)

Lodging	River Lodge Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
Description	River Lodge is the soul of Lion Sands and has been built on the banks of the Sabie River, positioned on a site with trees dating back 800 years.

Day 2: Sabi Sands

Morning game drive followed by a hearty breakfast. A bush walk is followed by lunch. The afternoon is at leisure to relax or have a spa treatment (optional). After high tea there is an evening game drive. River Lodge, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve (B,L,D)

Lodging	Le Croix Du Sud
Description	The hotel has its own reception and direct access to the street; a footbridge leads directly to the restaurant of the nearby Hotel Dauphin. Its ambition is clearly to become the best in the city.

Day 3: To Mpumalanga

Depart by road for a full day exploration of Mpumalanga, a spectacular region of mountains and waterfalls. Visits include God’s Window (weather permitting), the Blyde River Canyon, Bourkes Luck Potholes and the Mac Mac Falls. The Jatinga Country Lodge & Restaurant (B,L,D)

Lodging	The Jatinga Country Lodge & Restaurant
Description	We have 16 Superior rooms and four Luxury suites (one being our romantic Honeymoon suite) at the Lodge all of which have been tastefully furnished in different styles - Colonial, Victorian, Provencal, French Country, African Colonial and English Country and offer guests luxurious comfort and secluded privacy.

Day 4: To Swaziland

Drive south into Swaziland, a rugged country characterized by mist-shrouded peaks. Visit one of the famous craft markets, the glass factory and stop for lunch en route (payable locally). The Royal Villas (B)

Lodging	The Royal Villas
Description	The gold and browns of the African savannah are echoed throughout the hotel. Designed to make the most of the African sunlight and views, the villas are bright, warm and elegant. Guests have a choice of lounges and outdoor venues in which to relax and soak up the best of Africa.

Day 5: To Isandlwana

Travel to Isandlwana, where the Zulus famously defeated the British army. Stay 2 nights at Isandlwana Lodge, overlooking the battlefields. Afternoon at leisure or take an optional tour of a modern Zulu village. Isandlwana Lodge (B,D)

Lodging	Isandlwana Lodge
Description	Isandlwana Lodge is carved into the iNyoni rock overlooking Mount Isandlwana, the site of the historic Anglo-Zulu war battle which took place on the 22nd of January, 1879.

Day 6: Isandlwana

Morning tour of Isandlwana with a historian, who will explain the story of Britain’s military defeat. Afternoon departure for Rorke’s Drift, where more Victoria Cross medals were awarded than at any other battle in history (B,L,D)

Lodging	Vakona Lodge
Description	Escape to a tropical lush forest location in Andasibe, Madagascar, which offers visitors a wonderful encounter with nature. Located a few kilometres from the village and on the doorstep of the Andasibe National Park, Vakona Forest Lodge is a nature lover's paradise.

Day 7: To Umhlanga

Drive south through Zululand, stopping at Shakaland for lunch and a cultural show. Continue along the coast to Umhlanga and stay overnight at the PH Umhlanga Ridge. PH Umhlanga Ridge (B,L)

Lodging	PH Umhlanga Ridge
Description	Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge offers the perfect base from which to explore the many holiday attractions along the Dolphin Coastline of which its rich Zulu heritage and popular game parks are but a few.

Day 8: To Knysna

Morning flight to Port Elizabeth. Drive along the Garden Route to Knysna, via the Tzitzikamma Forest and Stormsriver. Stay 2 nights at Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa. Afternoon at leisure. Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa (B)

Lodging	Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa
Description	Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, the most luxurious offering in Africa, offers an incomparable lifestyle destination. Pezula is an unrivalled lifestyle destination. It’s the holiday within your vacation.

Day 9: Knysna

Morning departure by ferry to the Featherbed Nature Reserve on the Western Heads. Take a guided nature walk through forests and along the scenic coast, ending with an outdoor buffet lunch. Return by ferry to the Knysna Waterfront (B,L)

Lodging	Knysna Waterfront
Description	Knysna Waterfront on the famous Garden Route of South Africa with waterfront accommodation and waterfront ferries.

Day 10: To Franschhoek

Drive to Franschhoek, the gourmet capital of South Africa, via Swellendam. Le Franschhoek Hotel (B)

Lodging	Le Franschhoek Hotel
Description	Located in the world famous Cape Winelands, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa has become one of the most romantic getaways in its class.

Day 11: To Cape Town

Full day tour of the Winelands. There will be two wine tastings, a cellar tour and lunch at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate. Continue to Cape Town. The Cape Grace (B,L)

Lodging	The Cape Grace
Description	The recently refashioned Cape Grace boutique hotel delivers all the creature comforts you'd expect from world class luxury accommodation in Cape Town and lots of little extras too.

Day 12: Cape Peninsula

Full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, including a cable car ascent of Table Mountain. Visit the pretty seaside suburbs of Camps Bay and Hout Bay, with an optional cruise to Seal Island. Continue to the southern tip of the peninsula and visit Cape Point, returning via the penguin colony in Simon’s Town and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Day 13: Depart South Africa

This morning is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to Robben Island. Evening transfer to the airport for your international homebound flight.

Overall Rating	Guide Rating	Accommodation Rating	Itinerary Rating	Value Rating

David W.

"When the lion cubs ran and stumbled from beneath the bush to greet their mother we all sat in quiet amazement, our cameras in our laps, forgotten for the moment. The safari was full of such wonderful moments."

Overall Rating	Guide Rating	Accommodation Rating	Itinerary Rating	Value Rating

TRIP INCLUDES

Accommodation, Itinerary & meal basis as described
Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Internal flights (if applicable)
Fully escorted by an English-speaking guide throughout and entrance fees into historical sights and museums

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

International air travel.
Visa fees.
Travel insurance.
Excess baggage fees.
Personal items and alcoholic beverages.
Gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel services

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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                                        Day 1: Arrive in Johannesburg/To Sabi Sands
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                                        Arrive in Johannesburg and fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Transfer to River Lodge, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve, in the Sabi Sands and stay for 2 nights. Evening game drive. River Lodge, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve (L,D)
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                                                    <td valign="top">River Lodge is the soul of Lion Sands and has been built on the banks of the Sabie River, positioned on a site with trees dating back 800 years.</td>
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                                        Day 2: Sabi Sands
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                                        Morning game drive followed by a hearty breakfast. A bush walk is followed by lunch. The afternoon is at leisure to relax or have a spa treatment (optional). After high tea there is an evening game drive. River Lodge, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve (B,L,D)
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                                                    <td valign="top">The hotel has its own reception and direct access to the street; a footbridge leads directly to the restaurant of the nearby Hotel Dauphin. Its ambition is clearly to become the best in the city. </td>
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                                        Day 3: To Mpumalanga
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                                        Depart by road for a full day exploration of Mpumalanga, a spectacular region of mountains and waterfalls. Visits include God’s Window (weather permitting), the Blyde River Canyon, Bourkes Luck Potholes and the Mac Mac Falls. The Jatinga Country Lodge & Restaurant (B,L,D)
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                                                    <td valign="top">We have 16 Superior rooms and four Luxury suites (one being our romantic Honeymoon suite) at the Lodge all of which have been tastefully furnished in different styles - Colonial, Victorian, Provencal, French Country, African Colonial and English Country and offer guests luxurious comfort and secluded privacy.</td>
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                                        Day 4: To Swaziland
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                                        Drive south into Swaziland, a rugged country characterized by mist-shrouded peaks. Visit one of the famous craft markets, the glass factory and stop for lunch en route (payable locally). The Royal Villas (B)
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                                                    <td valign="top">The gold and browns of the African savannah are echoed throughout the hotel. Designed to make the most of the African sunlight and views, the villas are bright, warm and elegant. Guests have a choice of lounges and outdoor venues in which to relax and soak up the best of Africa. </td>
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                                        Day 5: To Isandlwana
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                                        Travel to Isandlwana, where the Zulus famously defeated the British army. Stay 2 nights at Isandlwana Lodge, overlooking the battlefields. Afternoon at leisure or take an optional tour of a modern Zulu village. Isandlwana Lodge (B,D)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.isandlwana.co.za"><b> Isandlwana Lodge</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Isandlwana Lodge is carved into the iNyoni rock overlooking Mount Isandlwana, the site of the historic Anglo-Zulu war battle which took place on the 22nd of January, 1879.</td>
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                                        Day 6: Isandlwana
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                                        Morning tour of Isandlwana with a historian, who will explain the story of Britain’s military defeat. Afternoon departure for Rorke’s Drift, where more Victoria Cross medals were awarded than at any other battle in history (B,L,D)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.hotelvakona.com/"><b>Vakona Lodge</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Escape to a tropical lush forest location in Andasibe, Madagascar, which offers visitors a wonderful encounter with nature. Located a few kilometres from the village and on the doorstep of the Andasibe National Park, Vakona Forest Lodge is a nature lover's paradise.</td>
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                                        Day 7: To Umhlanga
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                                        Drive south through Zululand, stopping at Shakaland for lunch and a cultural show. Continue along the coast to Umhlanga and stay overnight at the PH Umhlanga Ridge. PH Umhlanga Ridge (B,L)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.proteahotels.com/protea-hotel-umhlanga-ridge.html"><b> PH Umhlanga Ridge</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge offers the perfect base from which to explore the many holiday attractions along the Dolphin Coastline of which its rich Zulu heritage and popular game parks are but a few.</td>
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                                        Day 8: To Knysna
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                                        Morning flight to Port Elizabeth. Drive along the Garden Route to Knysna, via the Tzitzikamma Forest and Stormsriver. Stay 2 nights at Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa. Afternoon at leisure. Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa (B)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.pezula.com/"><b> Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, the most luxurious offering in Africa, offers an incomparable lifestyle destination. Pezula is an unrivalled lifestyle destination. It’s the holiday within your vacation.</td>
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                                        Day 9: Knysna
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                                        Morning departure by ferry to the Featherbed Nature Reserve on the Western Heads. Take a guided nature walk through forests and along the scenic coast, ending with an outdoor buffet lunch. Return by ferry to the Knysna Waterfront (B,L)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.knysnawaterfront.com/ "><b>Knysna Waterfront</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Knysna Waterfront on the famous Garden Route of South Africa with waterfront accommodation and waterfront ferries.</td>
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                                        Day 10: To Franschhoek
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                                        Drive to Franschhoek, the gourmet capital of South Africa, via Swellendam. Le Franschhoek Hotel (B)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.lefranschhoek.co.za/"><b>Le Franschhoek Hotel </b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Located in the world famous Cape Winelands, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa has become one of the most romantic getaways in its class.</td>
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                                        Day 11: To Cape Town
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                                        Full day tour of the Winelands. There will be two wine tastings, a cellar tour and lunch at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate. Continue to Cape Town. The Cape Grace (B,L)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.capegrace.com"><b> The Cape Grace</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">The recently refashioned Cape Grace boutique hotel delivers all the creature comforts you'd expect from world class luxury accommodation in Cape Town and lots of little extras too. </td>
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                                        Day 12: Cape Peninsula
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                                        Full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, including a cable car ascent of Table Mountain. Visit the pretty seaside suburbs of Camps Bay and Hout Bay, with an optional cruise to Seal Island. Continue to the southern tip of the peninsula and visit Cape Point, returning via the penguin colony in Simon’s Town and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
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                                        Day 13: Depart South Africa
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                                        This morning is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to Robben Island. Evening transfer to the airport for your international homebound flight.
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