Exclusive Encounters
TISD - 01 - Platinum Class Tour
Johannesburg to
Durban
Day 01
Depart from Johannesburg and travel to the 'Province of the Rising Sun',
Mpumalanga, via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg. Travel
over the famous Long Tom Pass on to the small town of Sabie. After a visit to
the Lone Creek Waterfalls continue toward White River before arriving at your
elegant hideaway described as an 'African Paradise' set in the cool of a living
forest. Sip a sundowner on the wide verandah before indulging in the lodge's
legendary cuisine.
Cybele Forest Lodge & Health Spa or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Day 02
Enjoy breakfast looking out over the magnificent gardens, mountains and meadows.
Travel via Pilgrim's Rest and head for the breathtaking Panorama Route featuring
the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, God's Window and Lisbon
Waterfalls. Then proceed to an exclusive private game lodge resting among the
rocky geometry of the Sabi Sand Reserve, where rough-hewn timber, leather and
stone meet thatch and wild views. Late afternoon game drive in an open vehicle
with an experienced ranger and tracker who will endeavour to spoil you with
sightings of the 'Big Five'. Upon returning to the lodge enjoy a safari style
bush dinner under the stars (weather permitting).
Singita Private Game Reserve - dinner, bed and breakfast basis + 2 game
viewing activities
Day 03
An early morning bush walk or game drive is on offer. For ultimate indulgence,
make use of a masseuse offering treatments from the more conventional European
massages to Ayurvedic treatments and acupuncture, reflexology, manicures,
facials and aromatherapy. Enjoy a work out in the modern fitness centre whilst
gazing across the endless wonders of the African bush. After high tea, set out
for an evening game drive with a stop to admire the African sunset complemented
by refreshments. Whilst viewing nocturnal animals, return to the lodge for
traditional culinary delights under an African sky.
Important Note:
Recommended optional helicopter adventure:
Experience it all in real style with an exhilarating helicopter trip - Cascades
& Canyon Spectacular. Linger above roaring rivers and cascading waterfalls,
allowing for magnificent photographic opportunities and awesome panoramic views
of the bushveld below. Enjoy a delicious picnic accompanied by South African
sparkling wine on top of the majestic Pinnacle.
Singita Private Game Reserve - full board basis + 2 game viewing activities
Day 04
An early morning bush walk or game drive. After a sumptuous brunch, we depart
and explore the world famous Kruger National Park. Established in 1898, this
National Park at over two million hectares is unrivalled in its diversity of
flora and fauna. After exiting the park, arrive at your safari hotel. The
luxury, thatched suite is spread out in lush, indigenous gardens, with private
patio and pool, bringing the bush right to your doorstep. At dinnertime indulge
in an assortment of eclectic African cuisine.
Malelane Sun (Presidential Suites) - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Day 05
After a hearty South African breakfast, journey to the next exclusive private
game lodge. Travelling through Nelspruit, we enter the Kingdom of Swaziland at
Mananga border post. Driving through the eastern Lebombo Mountains we leave
Swaziland at Goelela border post and continue via the town of Hluhluwe to Phinda
Private Game Reserve. Enjoy a leisurely safari on the Mzinene River where late
afternoon sundowners and snacks are served as the boat winds its way along the
reed-lined river, there is an abundance of wildlife and birds to see. Return to
the lodge for dinner served in an African Boma (weather permitting).
Phinda Private Game Reserve (Vlei or Rock Lodge) - dinner, bed and breakfast
basis + 2 game viewing activities
Day 06
Set off on an early game drive in 'Big Five' country. Spend the heat of the day
relaxing and enjoying the hospitality of this unique wilderness wonderscape. At
sunset, depart on a safari where an entirely different world of nocturnal bird
and animal species unfolds. Return to the lodge for a dinner feast.
Important Note:
Recommended optional coastal flight:
This exceptional air safari is a unique and thrilling way to discover the extent
of Maputaland's remarkable ecological diversity, from the freshwater lakes to
the most tightly forested coastal dunes in the world. The highlight of the
flight is the ascent over these high dunes to the unspoilt coastline and clear
blue Indian Ocean.
Phinda Private Game Reserve (Vlei or Rock Lodge) - full board basis + 2 game
viewing activities
Day 07
Start the day with a leisurely breakfast river safari. After departing the
lodge, our journey concludes as we travel through sugar cane plantations along
the Indian Ocean seaboard toward the bustling city of Durban for drop off at
your hotel or Durban International Airport.
AT A GLANCE
Accommodation
- Exclusive hotels and private game lodges geared for super deluxe 5 star
travel
- Wellness treatment opportunities at specified properties
Flights
- No flights
Driver / Guide
- Services of SA Tourism registered driver/guides throughout the tour
- Wildlife viewing with an experienced local guide/ranger and tracker
Main Attractions
- Panorama Route featuring Pilgrim s Rest, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke s Luck
Potholes, God s Window, Lisbon Falls and Lone Creek Waterfalls
- World famous Kruger National Park, rich in fauna and flora, with game viewing
in open safari vehicles
- Sabi Sand Private Reserve
- Phinda Private Reserve with boat safari on the Mzinene River.
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