Day 6: Port Elizabeth, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

After breakfast enjoy a drive through Natures Valley and cross the Storms River at Storms River Bridge where photographic opportunities abound. Travel via Port Elizabeth to the malaria-free Shamwari Private Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch and afternoon game drive.

Steeped in settler history and dating back to a time when a multitude of game roamed freely, the reserve boasts five eco-systems, thus supporting the many forms of plant, animal and bird life. An afternoon game drive with a trained ranger will increase your enjoyment with his knowledge of both the flora and fauna. As the light fades, with the help of a powerful hand-held light, your ranger will sweep the 'veld' in search of nocturnal animals.Return to the lodge and enjoy a delectable meal, expertly prepared by the chefs or a barbecue at the river next to a roaring fire. Accommodation at: Shamwari Game Reserve (Eagle's Cragg Lodge) - full board basis + 1 game viewing activity.

Day 7: Shamwari Game Reserve

Morning and afternoon game activities are on offer. Visit the property's cultural village where Khosa, Zulu and San cultures are showcased. Weather permitting, enjoy an intimate bush dinner with your ranger amid cheerful recollections of the day's discoveries. Accommodation at: Shamwari Game Reserve (Eagle's Cragg Lodge) - full board basis + 2 game viewing activities

Recommended Elephant Back Experience:

A unique opportunity to ride an elephant and to be at one with nature with these awe-inspiring gentle giants. Transportation to and from the site is in the form of a light aircraft. The site itself is situated in the pristine valleys of the Zuurberg Mountains, bordering the recently proclaimed Greater Addo Elephant National Park. This area is regarded as Africa's most biologically diverse, supporting 4 of the 7 biomes or eco-regions in Southern Africa.

Day 8: Port Elizabeth, Ballito, Durban

After an early morning game activity and a sumptuous brunch, travel to Port Elizabeth Airport for your flight to Durban. On arrival in Durban, you will be met and transferred to Ballito Manor located in the seaside village of Ballito on Durban's North coast. Accommodation at: Ballito Manor - bed and breakfast basis.