Essential South Africa

A warm A&K welcome on arrival in the Cape and assistance to the Mount Nelson, the iconic pink lady nestled between the slopes of Table Mountain and the city.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

Enjoy a full day tour of Cape Town. Head off for an ascent by aerial cableway up Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain (weather permitting) for unparalleled views of the city and Atlantic Ocean. Afterwards, experience an orientation in the history of Cape Town’s with a visit to the Castle of Good Hope, Cape Towns oldest building, and the District 6 Museum.

This afternoon, explore the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), a public, not-for-profit institution that exhibits, collects, preserves and researches contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel | Meals: B

Journey beyond the city for a day to explore the famous Cape Winelands where picturesque vineyards are set against imposing granite peaks and eye-catching Cape Dutch homesteads nestle under avenues of oaks. Stellenbosch is the centre of the local wine making industry and is surrounded by hundreds of vineyards. You’ll have the chance to visit some privately owned wineries, which date back hundreds of years, and enjoy a variety of tastings.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel | Meals: B

Venture south along the Atlantic coast road past the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, located at the base of the towering Twelve Apostles. Descend into Hout Bay valley, with its bustling fishing harbour and white sand beach and on to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve at the end of the Cape Peninsula. Look out for whales and sea birds from the viewing point. On your return visit Boulders, a lovely beach famous for its colony of endangered Jackass Penguins, before lunch at a local restaurant.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel | Meals: B

Transfer to airport for the flight to Sabi Sand Game Reserve with a short transfer to Londolozi Varty Camp; the heart and soul of the Londolozi Game Reserve. Founded in 1926, Varty is the original camp at Londolozi, and comprises of only ten elegant chalets, each with private plunge pool and elevated decks with expansive river views.

Londolozi Varty Camp | Meals: BLD

The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is renowned for its exceptional opportunities of seeing Africa’s iconic species (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant) as well as cheetah, wild dog, hippo, crocodile an abundance of general game and over 400 bird species. Spend two days enjoying exceptional game viewing with experiences tailored to your individual interests and expectations.

In addition to morning and afternoon game drives, other activities include yoga in Londolozi's elevated yoga sanctuary, clay pigeon shooting, tracking adventures, guided walks, as well as visits to local villages and schools.

Londolozi Varty Camp | Meals: BLD

A final game-drive before the safari finishes and a flight to Johannesburg.

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