Best of South & East Africa

Duration

23 Nights

Destinations

Cape, Kruger, Windhoek, Sossussvlei, Masai, Serengeti & Rwanda

Arrival

Cape Town, South Africa

Starting From

US $26,697

per person sharing

Cape Town & Penguins

Explore the Worlds #1 rated city from the breathtaking coastlines and Penguins of Boulders Beach to Table Mountain and beyond.

Kruger Park Big 5 Safari

Explore the private game reserves of the Kruger Park, home to the Big five, with two privately guided game drives daily - and epic sundowners in the bush!

Sossusvlei

Located in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib.

Masai Mara

The Masai Mara protects a phenomenal array of game, including elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, as well as crocodile and hippopotamus in the Mara River.

Central Serengeti

Situated in the heart of Tanzania, the Central Serengeti encompasses the world-famous Seronera Valley which is known for its prime wildlife-viewing opportunities.

Volcanoes Gorillas

Bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo in Rwanda and set high on the jungle-covered slopes of the volcanic Virunga Mountains, the Volcanoes National Park is best known as a sanctuary for the region’s rare mountain gorillas.

On arrival at Cape Town International airport you will be met and assisted through immigration, baggage and customs, with a private transfer to the One&Only Hotel waiting for you.

Spend the day exploring the beautiful mother city or enjoy a day of leisure in the resort-like setting of the One&Only, the gem of the Waterfront.

Private transfer to the airport for your flight to Hoedspruit, then check-in at the luxurious Makanyi Private Game Lodge, and enjoy an afternoon Big 5 Safari.

Continue the adventure into the uncovered parts of the Timbavati Private Reserve and surrounds, as you add to your Big Five sightings list.

Your Big Five safari adventure continues as you complete your list of sightings or add more wonderful animals to your list - time to discover your favourites.

Transfer and fly to Namibia where you will be transferred to Galton House for a one night stay.

Located in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib. The clear blue skies contrast with the giant red dunes to make this one of the most scenic natural wonders of Africa and a photographer's heaven.

Kulala Wilderness Reserve offers visitors exclusive wildlife-viewing opportunities which include the likes of gemsbok (oryx), bat-eared fox, brown hyena and birdlife. Sundowner stops in scenic parts of the reserve are a highlight.

Explore the natural wonders of Namibia and take in the majestic landscapes riding electric powered fat-wheeled bikes. An exciting way to explore the stunning open plains with your guide.

After a leisurely breakfast you are transferred by a lodge representative back to the Sossusvlei Airstrip for your scheduled flight northwest to Swakopmund Airport. 

One-day excursion heads past the Lagoon to see masses of flamingos, through the exclusive Concession area to the Kuiseb river delta. If weather and tides allow, the drive continues to the Sandwich Harbour Lagoon along the beach, one of Southern Africa’s richest and unique wetlands.

Fly to Johannesburg where you will be met and transferred to the InterContinental for a one night stay.

Transfer and fly to Nairobi for a one-night stay at Villa Rosa before transferring the next day to the Masai Mara Reserve.

Transfer to the Masai Mara protecting a phenomenal array of game, including elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, as well as crocodile and hippopotamus in the Mara River. The birdlife is no less impressive, with over 450 resident bird species.

Its time to explore the great open viewing plains of the Masai Mara on your first of two game drives, get the camera ready for exceptional picture moments.

By now you will have discovered the incredible humility and humanity of the Masai people, a memory that will stay with you forever.

Transfer from the Masai Mara for a new East Africa experience in the central Serengeti encompassing the world-famous Seronera Valley teeming with wildlife.

Enjoy morning game drives at the Western Corridor of Serengeti, Nyasarori plains, along Grumeti River. The key features of the Western Corridor are the Grumeti and Mbalageti rivers, running almost parallel to each other, each supporting a bank of evergreen forest. The rivers sustain a permanent game population of zebra, wildebeest, all the predators and birdlife.

The final day in the breathtaking Serengeti of Tanzania boasts a guests request for your favourite animals from the previous days adventures.

Transfer for the immersive wildlife experience of a lifetime at the exclusive Sambora Kinigi Lodge in Volcanoes National Park.

Today you will spend the day at leisure enjoy a relaxing day at leisure enjoying the tranquillity and natural beauty of the lodge. Unwind in the comfort of your private room or explore the peaceful surroundings at your own pace.

After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the Volcanoes National Park Headquarters and learn the trekking times and conditions to the various groups based upon their location in the park the previous evening. 

After lunch you will depart on a scenic drive back to Kigali from foothills of the Virunga volcanoes and drive south past coffee, tea and banana plantations. On arrival to Kigali, you will be transferred to Kigali Serena Hotel, where you will be staying for 1 night.

The final day has arrived and you have memories - and photographs - to last a life time. You'll be transferred to the airport and onto your way you....come back soon.

One&Only Cape Town

Situated on the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront this exceptional one-off resort, is a captivating stage for escapism, where island-style relaxation meets a spirit for adventure.

Makanyi Private Game Lodge

An intimate eight-suite luxury lodge located in a private, pristine area of the Timbavati which adjoins the world-famous Kruger National Park, South Africa.

Galton House

Named after the famous explorer Sir Francis Galton, it has a relaxed but efficient style which creates a very welcoming atmosphere. Impressive wildlife photography adorns the walls whilst the rest of the interior is a combination of modern minimalist and understated chic.


Wilderness Little Kulala

Little Kulala is the closest luxury desert retreat to the famous, seen-from-space Sossusvlei dunes. Guests enjoy exclusive private concession access, and the camp’s location makes early morning dune visits (to see Sossusvlei at its best) very easy.

Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse

Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse, located in the heart of the coastal town of Swakopmund at the Atlantic Ocean, is a quiet and peaceful haven with each of the 7 comfortable guest rooms having access to a landscaped garden in its heart.

InterContinental OR Tambo

The classic and executive rooms and suites are styled to fit your every need with chic bathrooms and stylish décor. Quills African restaurant is top-notch with an astounding array of dishes and drinks.

Governors II Moran Camp

Governors' Il Moran Camp is widely regarded as one of the premier camps in the Masai Mara, with the best game viewing right on your doorstep.

Asanja Nyasirori

Asanja Nyasirori is a luxury tented camp nestled in the Western corridor of the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, offering breathtaking views of the Nyasirori Plains.

Sambora Kinigi Lodge

Sambora Kinigi Lodge is located in the heart of Volcano's National Park in Rwanda. The property features comfortably furnished cottages that are equipped with modern amenities, including a minibar, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a private bathroom.