Deluxe Desert : South Africa Holiday Architects

Deluxe Desert

12 days

Indicative cost incl. flights:

A typical 5* holiday costs from

£9,350 per person

Based on two people travelling in low/mid season, staying in 5 star accommodation. Peak season can be substantially more expensive.

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The Kalahari

The Cederberg Mountains & Namaqualand

Hermanus & The Whale Coast

Day 1

Depart on your overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2

Connect to your light aircraft transfer to Tswalu Kalahari for a three night stay. On arrival settle in and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the remarkable 110,000 hectare private reserve.

Day 3

Tswalu Kalahari offers exceptional game drives, and bush walks, with highly experienced guides. Head out into the wilderness and not see another soul for miles and miles.

Day 4

There are habituated families of Meerkat in the reserve which you are able to visit for an up close, and personal meeting.

Day 5

After your morning activity you will fly by light aircraft transfer to Cape Town. Here you will meet your driver and transfer to Bushman's Kloof, in the Cedarberg Mountains for a two night stay. Settle in and relax after your busy safari.

Day 6 - 7

Time at your own pace in the Cedarberg Mountains. Take a walk in the predator-free reserve, paddle a canoe down the river, or take a guided tour to see some wonderful Busman rock art.

Day 8

After a relaxed morning you will be picked-up and transferred to Grootbos, on the south coast, for a final three nights.

Day 9

Explore Grootbos Private Reserve with your expert guide. Walking and hiking, tours to see the glorious fynbos, strolls on the wild beaches, or just sitting and enjoying the view. Take your pick.

Day 10

A marine boat trip is a must whilst here. In season you have the chance to see migrating whales, at other times you can still see dolphins, seals, and great white sharks.

Day 11

Enjoy your last morning by the ocean before transferring back to Cape Town Airport for your flight home.

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Everything we do is tailor-made; our itineraries are just suggestions to give you an idea of what is possible. Please contact us so we can tailor the perfect holiday exclusively for you.

If you are after an oppulent journey to some of South Africa’s lesser seen destinations, then this is the itinerary for you. Travel to the Kalahari Desert for a safari experience like no other – reclining in comfort, with the most amazing backdrop, at Tswalu Kalahari. Bushman’s Kloof offers a wonderful gourmet wilderness destination – great food, fantastic spa, and plenty of space to roam at your leisure in the Cedarberg Mountains. Finish up at Grootbos, a luxury lodge nestled amongst the mountains, forest, and ocean on South Africa’s South Coast – far from the crowds, stunning views, and a great place to spot whales in the migration season. This journey is all about luxury and nature.

3 nights Tswalu Kalahari – 3 nights Cedarberg – 3 nights Grootbos