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9-Nights South African Splendor — CALL

African Travel, Inc.

OFFER ID 1387931

South African Splendor
This journey showcases the splendor of South Africa. Touching upon both coasts, explore the cosmopolitan cities of Cape Town and Durban. Discover breathtaking landscapes, sun soaked beaches and the vibrant cultures of the Rainbow Nation. Safari in the untouched wilderness of the Manyoni Private Game Reserve in the heart of Zululand.
Explore the premier Manyoni Private Game Reserve. The Big 5, endangered African wild dog, and regal cheetah are just some of the incredible wildlife you will encounter on your safari drives.Discover the five-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, nestled between the majestic Twelve Apostles mountain range and perched above the Atlantic Ocean.Experience the romance of a classical safari in your luxury tented suite with all the modern comforts including your own private pool.Enjoy the magnificent views of the Indian Ocean from the charming Oyster Box in Durban, voted the #1 Hotel in South Africa by TripAdvisor. Extend your stay and enjoy a complimentary third night at the Oyster Box.

1. THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA, South Africa, Cape Town
2. RHINO SANDS SAFARI CAMP, South Africa, KwaZulu Natal
3. THE OYSTER BOX, South Africa, Durban

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Itinerary
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African Travel: South African Splendor

Day 1 Arrive Cape Town, South Africa
On arrival in Cape Town, meet your African Travel, Inc. representative for transfer to the award-winning 5-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa. With its majestic Table Mountain backdrop, Cape Town is one of the most vibrant and beautiful cities in the world. The city is an eclectic mix of architectural styles, reflecting both the tastes of the past and more modern designs. Edwardian and Victorian buildings have been meticulously preserved, and many outstanding examples of Cape Dutch architecture are found in the city and its environs.
Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

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Day 2 Cape Town
The day is yours to fill with fun adventures and sights. Perhaps go on a guided city tour (additional cost). Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, marvel at the colorful Malay Quarter, stroll through the Company Gardens, past the Houses of Parliament, and then test your bargaining skills at the bustling Greenmarket Square.
Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

Meals: (B)

Day 3 Cape Town
Meaningful Moment: - Enjoy a full day excursion to the Cape Peninsula, and see why the area earned the name of The Fairest Cape. Hug the cliffs as you snake along legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. You will have the opportunity to ride the Flying Dutchman funicular to the old lighthouse for awe-inspiring views! Continue along the coast to the lively penguin colony at Boulders Beach, then head back to the city via the naval village of Simon’s Town.
Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

Meals: (B)

Day 4 Cape Town
Meaningful Moment: - Today’s sojourn into the nearby winelands celebrates the glorious grape. Here spectacular vineyards cover the valley floor and mountain slopes. Discover wine farms and estates dating back 300 years, each with their own story to tell. Revel in the scenery, like the picturesque village of Franschhoek, the gourmet capital of the Cape.
Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

Meals: (B)

Day 5 Cape Town / Durban / Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Following breakfast, you will be transferred by private vehicle to the airport for your flight to Durban. On arrival, you will be transferred to Manyoni Private Game Reserve in the heart of Zululand. The area is rich with spectacular game viewing, rich cultural traditions, and conservation history. After a quick freshen up, meet for afternoon tea and set off on your first exhilarating game drive.
Rhino Sands Safari Camp

Meals: (BLD)

Day 6 Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Enjoy twice daily game drives in this incredible wildlife reserve. See the Big 5 along with African wild dogs and cheetahs to name just a few. During your drives, take a moment to pause and just absorb the exceptional immersive wilderness moment. Return to camp and share stories about your wonderful sightings.
Rhino Sands Safari Camp

Meals: (BLD)

Day 7 Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Another day of exploration awaits with a morning and afternoon game drives. Initially formed as part of the WWF black rhino range expansion project, Manyoni has become one of the premier big five safari destinations in Kwa-Zulu Natal with a strong focus on endangered species conservation.
Rhino Sands Safari Camp

Meals: (BLD)

Day 8 Manyoni Private Game Reserve / Durban
After a morning game drive and breakfast, you will be transferred by private vehicle to Durban and the charming Oyster Box Hotel. Durban is an intriguing blend of East, West and African. It is the gateway to a multitude of leisure options from the dramatic peaks of the exquisite Drakensberg mountain range to traditional Zulu villages, magnificent game reserves, historic battle sites and the warm Indian Ocean lapping onto wide, sandy beaches.
The Oyster Box

Meals: (B)

Day 9 Durban
Kick off your shoes and enjoy an idyllic day at the beach. Attentive staff will arrange beach chairs, towels and an umbrella to keep you comfortable while lazing in the sun. Or, take an optional tour through the green hills of the Midlands Meander, one of the largest arts and crafts routes in the country. We know how difficult it is to leave South Africa. Extend your stay with a complimentary night at the Oyster Box and have a happy stay-cation.
The Oyster Box

Meals: (B)

Day 10 Durban / Depart
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight back to Johannesburg and your onward connecting flight. You may be leaving Africa behind, but you'll return home with fantastic photos and memories that will live on in your heart forever.


Meals: (B)

Featured Destinations
Cape Town
Cape Town is southern Africa's most beautiful, most romantic and most-visited city. Few urban centers anywhere can match its setting along the Cape Peninsula spine, which slides like the mighty tail of the continent into the Atlantic Ocean. By far the most striking - and famous - of its sights is Table Mountain, frequently mantled by clouds, and rearing up from the middle of the city to provide a constantly changing vista to the suburbs below. Table Mountain is the city's solid core which divides the city into distinct zones with public gardens, wilderness, forests, hiking routes, vineyards and desirable residential areas trailing down it's lower slopes.

Excursions

Cape Town City Tour - Half Day

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Cape Town City Tour - Half Day

Your guide will discuss the city's abundance of sightseeing possibilities and will tailor make your day's activities according to your individual interests and preferences. This affords you the advantage of total flexibility while still maintaining the expertise of a qualified guide. We first make our way to the to the lower cable car station on the slopes of Table Mountain, where (weather permitting) we make the short and comfortable ascent to the top of the mountain by cable car. The panoramic view of the sea and city from the summit is magnificent. Then begin the tour of historic Cape Town. Whether you are interested in visiting the traditional tourist attractions, indulging in a personal passion, or simply exploring the 'Mother City' as a local, Cape Town has more than enough diversity to cater to your personal preference.

Your half day tour includes two entrance fees as well as the return Table Mountain Aerial Cableway ticket. After your tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Three Hour Cruise

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Three Hour Cruise

The Inala Antares proudly awaits you in Cape Town, ready to take you first class on a journey of a lifetime. With its Italian styling, trendy interiors, quality construction techniques and performance it has been specially designed to meet your tastes and requirements.

Your day will start with a luxury transfer from your hotel providing you with a concierge service to help you orchestrate the perfect few hours on board the Inala.
Experience an exquisite Cape Town sunset with Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles as a backdrop as you cruise in pure luxury on board (weather depending on the day) otherwise in Table Bay towards the Bloubergstrand beaches.

The Inala is a 57ft Princess design, luxury motor yacht, moored in front of the Cape Grace Hotel V&A Waterfront. Your three hour cruise includes the famous Clifton beaches, with panoramic views of Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles in elegance and luxury. Clifton bay is on the way to Hout Bay and is the ideal place to spend a few hours at on board, enjoying the sun and a swim in the cool water.

Whale Watching Tour - Full Day

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Whale Watching Tour - Full Day

Your Whale watching excursion will either be done in Hermanus or Gansbaai, based on the best sightings & weather conditions over your period of travel.

The whale watching trips can also afford you the possibility to see: Great white sharks, Bryde's whales, Humpback whales, Southern giant petrels, Cape gannets and Dolphins, making these whale watching trips not just magical but rewarding too, and are sure to capture everyone's imagination.

Your return to shore will depend on the sightings for the day, which may result in a late lunch. Your guide will discuss the best restaurant options with you based on your preference and logistics. An A la Carte lunch including soft drinks & non-premium brand drinks and house wines is included in your tour.

Time permitting you may have the opportunity to walk along the coastal paths in Herma-nus where during whale season (mid June to mid November) whales may be seen playing close to the shore. You will be dropped off at your hotel in the late afternoon.

Cape Point Sidecar Tour - Full Day

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Cape Point Sidecar Tour - Full Day

Your guide will discuss your individual interests and preferences and tailor make the day's routing and sightings accordingly. All sidecars are decommissioned military bikes used during World War II, which has been restored and fully refurbished.

You will be supplied with retro leather jackets, helmets, goggles as well as a complimentary bandana. Depending on your interests you will be visiting all the iconic attractions such as Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Chapmans Peak Drive, Cape of Good Hope (including the Cape Point Funicular ticket) and the Boulders Penguin Colony.

Stop for lunch at a popular local restaurant including local wine and refreshments. Top off the day with a scenic coastal drive back to your hotel. After your day's touring, you will be dropped off at your hotel for your evening at leisure.

Mkuze Game Reserve
Durban
South Africa's third-largest city, thriving industrial center, and largest port in Africa creates a photogenic place for meandering or eating and drinking dockside. Durban's second-largest population group, Indians, have mosques, bazaars and temples festooned with wildly coloured deities standing juxtaposed to Victorian buildings that mark out the colonial center. The city's main interest lies in reconciling competing Indian, African and English cultures and in keeping rampant vegetation at bay. Admire mosques, explore the Indian area around Grey Street, or pass by Dalton Road Zulu Market. Enjoy the KwaZulu-Natal game parks, the Drakensberg, and the Battlefields.

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges
01/02/2025 - 12/31/2025
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10/15/2025 - 12/31/2026
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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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Price is per person, based on double occupancy, land arrangement only. International and internal air is additional. All pricing and accommodations are subject to availability.

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