Day 1: Johannesburg, South AfricaOn arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met by your expert guide who will privately transfer you to your hotel, The Saxon, in Johannesburg's northern suburbs, via a short orientation tour of the city. This hotel makes a world-class statement of ethnic African elegance, combined with personalized attention to detail. Accommodation at: The Saxon Hotel - bed and breakfast basis. Day 2: Mpumalanga, South AfricaDepart Johannesburg via the historic towns of Pretoria and Belfast to Dullstroom, arriving at a delightful country retreat. Choose from a variety of activities including nature walks, trout fishing, bird watching, horse riding, hiking or merely relaxing around the pool. In the evening enjoy an elegant candle-lit dinner with exquisite cuisine complemented by a fine selection of wines around a crackling fire. Accommodation at: Walkersons Country Manor (Suites) - dinner, bed and breakfast basis. Day 3: Sabi Sand Reserve, Mpumalanga, South AfricaEnjoy breakfast in the breakfast area or garden served by your publican donned in traditional Scottish highland attire. 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). Accommodation at: Singita Private Game Reserve - dinner, bed and breakfast basis + 2 game viewing activities. |