You begin with the iconic highlights of Cape Town, with stops at the renowned Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, the historic Robben Island and the mighty Table Mountain. The city, a mix of contemporary and old-world elegance, captures the imagination with its dynamic suburbs, stunning vistas and world-class dining.
Then it’s time for thrilling wildlife experiences in the sensational – and malaria-free – Madikwe Game Reserve. Track big cats, hyena, zebra, elephants and packs of endangered African wild dogs, whilst listening for the sounds of over 350 species of birds. From your family-friendly lodge overlooking a watering hole, you’ll be able to watch wildlife come down to drink from the comfort of your own private balcony.
London – Cape Town
Check in at London Heathrow for your overnight flight to Cape Town.
Arriving in the morning, you will be taken to your hotel in one of Cape Town’s most picturesque southern suburbs within easy reach of the city’s top attractions.
A short boat ride will bring you to Robben Island, home to the haunting prison cell where iconic leader Nelson Mandela spent 27 years hard labour. You can then enjoy horizon-wide views over the “Mother City” with a trip up Table Mountain in a cable car, before taking in the Castle of Good Hope and the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Complete your stay by browsing the colourful local crafts markets and strolling around the buzzing V & A waterfront.
Stay: Three nights in a deluxe room at The Andros
Madikwe Game Reserve
On the fifth day you will fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg, from where you will drive to the Madikwe Game Reserve. Located on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, this is one of South Africa’s prime wildlife viewing destinations and offers an authentic safari experience.
In addition to an impressive wild dog population, the reserve is packed with an interesting variety of bird and game species. Etosha lions, elephant bulls and leopards can all be found here, as well as more unique creatures such as springbok, gemsbok and tsessebe.
You will be staying at Jaci’s Safari Lodge, conveniently located on the edge of the Marico River, where you will enjoy warm hospitality on top of day and night game drives, walking safaris and river walks through the reserve’s 75,000-hectare wilderness.
Stay: Four nights in a double room at Jaci’s Safari Lodge
Fly home
Today you will be driven back to Johannesburg airport in time to catch your flight back to London.
