Self-Drive South Africa exclusive: highlights Western Cape and safari in Madikwe Game Reserve

Cape Town – Walker Bay - Winelands – Safari in Madikwe Game Reserve

11 Tage / 10 Nächte

. Overnight stays in unique luxury hotels and lodges
. relaxed itinerary including the highlights of the Cape region
. individual self-drive journey in the Cape region without long driving distances
. safari in malariafree Madikwe Game Reserve

Itinerary:

Day 1 Arrival in Cape Town

Takeover of the rental car and drive to the booked hotel.
2 nights with breakfast in Cape Town, e.g. in the exclusive 5-star Boutique
Hotel Twelve Apostels directly by the sea in a Superior Sea Facing double bedroom at Camps Bay.

Day 2 Magnificent Cape Town
Cape Town with its spectacular location at the bottom of Table Mountain is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Ride up Table Mountain by cable car and enjoy gorgeous views. Discover the historic centre of Cape Town and taste one of the delicious fish dishes at the Waterfront.

Day 3 Picturesque Walker Bay and penguins (180 km - ca. 3 h without stop)
Today's journey leads you along the spectacular coastline to Walker Bay. Take a detour of the "Scenic Road" with stop in Bettys Bay and visit the penguin-colony. From a wooden footbridge you can have a close look at the clumsy penguins.
2 nights ins Walker Bay, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, e.g. in
Grootbos Forest Lodge or Grootbos Garden Lodge in a One Bedroom Luxury Suite incl. fullboard

Day 4 and 5 Home of the „Marine Big 5“
Grootbos is the home of the „Marine Big 5“ - whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins. With its unmatched diversity of plants, Grootbos offers a unique Africa experience. From whale watching, diving with white sharks up to flower safaris in 4WDs and horseback rides - in all seasons of the year, there are various activities. By the way: Grootbos is one of the best places for land-based whale watching!

Day 6 Winelands around Franschhoek/Stellenbosch/Paarl (about 140 km - ca. 2,5 h)
2 nights/breakfast in the Winelands, e.g. in an Executive Suite at Luxury
Hotel Leeu Estate in Franschhoek.

Day 7 Welcome to the Winelands
Enjoy the day in the Winelands. The Winelands stretch in front of the magnificent scenery of the violet-blue mountains. They rank among the world's most important wine regions. In Franschhoek, the Hugenots planted the first grapevine. The close-by village of Stellenbosch with its Cape Dutch houses and picturesque setting is surrounded by a lush valley. Visit one of the winery and enjoy the culinary delights of the South African cuisine.

Day 8 Madikwe Game Reserve
Drive to Cape Town airport (70 km - ca. 1 h), return of the rental car. Flight to Johannesburg and on to Madikwe Game Reserve.
Malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve is nestled in magnificent landscape on the banks of Marico river in the North West Province, bordering Botswana. It's one of South Africa's top wildlife destinations offering the chance to see a variety of birds and an innumerable range of fish and game including Africa's "Big Five".
3 nights/fullboard in an exceptional Lodge, e.g. in a Luxury Room in
Madikwe Hills Lodge, in Morukuru Farm House  or  Morukuru Owner's House

Day 9 and 10 Wildlife and the Big

Experience the fascination of Africa, endless wilderness, moments of complete silence, incredible light, gorgeous animals and plants. Drive in a small group in an open vehicle and spot the Big Five: Elephants, rhinos, lions, leopards and African buffalos. Once you come back to the lodge, enjoy a bath in the pool, a massage in the spa centre or let the impressions of the day pass while tasting a delicious meal.

Day 11 Flight back to Johannesburg
Depending on the departure time of your international flight, we are happy to arrange a sightseeing tour in Johannesburg for you.

This itinerary is a travel proposal, which we can customize according to your individual wishes and ideas. The hotels and lodges are suggestions and subject to availability. Kindly contact our team. They would be pleased to provide you with a bespoke offer.

Rate 2024 based on 2 guests (including rental car and domestic flight between Johannesburg and Madikwe):
per adult from 7,690 EUR
(without long-haul flight)

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