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Day 1

Upon arrival into Cape Town, after completing immigration and customs formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the Arrivals Hall. Here you will be met by an Alluring Africa representative for your private road transfer to Cape Grace Hotel, where you will stay for four nights.

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Day 2

Today, you will be collected by your Alluring Africa private vehicle and guide for your Full Day Peninsula Tour with Discovery Pass.

On this must-do private journey around the Cape Peninsula, you’ll tour the spectacular Atlantic seaboard. The drive takes you past the swish seaside suburbs of Sea Point and Clifton, and on to Camps Bay, with its many trendy beachfront cafés and restaurants.

The exclusive hamlets of Bakoven and Llandudno are also gorgeous sights to take in on your way to the fishing village of Hout Bay. Next, you’ll navigate the breathtaking curves of Chapman’s Peak Drive as it follows the Peninsula’s rocky coastline, revealing spectacular views in all directions.

At the Cape of Good Hope, which forms part of Table Mountain National Park, you have the opportunity to see some fabulous bird life, as well as very special fauna, such as Cape mountain zebra, bontebok and chacma baboons. Ride the funicular to the Cape Point Lighthouse and capture even more magical vistas of False Bay, or if you are feeling active, hike up from the famous Cape of Good Hope landmark.

Of course, no visit to the Cape Peninsula would be complete without popping in at Boulders Beach to witness the antics of the African penguins. Head home through the naval village of Simon’s Town, stop to browse the eclectic range of shops and galleries in bohemian Kalk Bay, and spot the surfers vying for the best waves at Muizenberg.

To round off your day, take a stroll through Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, nestled on the slopes of Table Mountain. Here you can admire a panoply of the unique Cape flora also known as fynbos, as well as plants from the many diverse biomes of southern Africa. Or, if you prefer the fruits of a different kind of plant altogether, enjoy a wine tasting at one of the premium estates in the Constantia Valley.

*Full Day Peninsula Discovery Pass – Providing full flexibility inclusive of conservation fees covering Cape Point, Funicular, Penguins, Kirstenbosch and selected Constantia Wine Tastings. 

Light Lunch – enjoy a light meal from a leading local eatery while on your day’s journey, the Cape food scene offers a blend of cuisines suitable for every palette.

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Day 3

Today, you will be collected by your Alluring Africa private vehicle and guide for your Full Day City Tour with Discovery Pass.

Cape Town’s natural beauty, cosmopolitan flavor and rich cultural diversity offer guests a variety of ways to experience the oldest city in South Africa – hence its name: The Mother City.

Walk the summit of Table Mountain – at 1 086 metres above sea level, there’s a spectacular 360-degree view of the city, sea and the Cape Peninsula. Access to the summit is via the fast and convenient Table Mountain Aerial Cableway.

Explore the city, including the Company’s Garden – where food was grown for passing ships in the 17th century – take in the Houses of Parliament, National Gallery, St George’s Cathedral, and browse for keepsakes at Greenmarket Square. Pause for a coffee at the legendary ‘steampunk’ Truth Coffee, and taste local delicacies such as biltong and koeksisters near Bree Street.  

Take in the highs and lows of Cape Town history, from the Grand Parade, where Nelson Mandela addressed the nation after his release from prison, to the District Six Museum, which highlights the bitter, forced removal of the area’s residents during apartheid. The brightly painted houses and cobblestone streets of the Bo-Kaap provide wonderful photo opportunities – but don’t ignore the poignant history of the people living there. A visit to the spice shop is also a must!

*Full Day City Discovery Pass – Providing full flexibility including conservation fees (Table Mountain Cableway  weather permitting); selected Museums, Truth Coffee, Bo Kaap, Kirstenbosch and various points of interest.

Light Lunch – enjoy a light meal from a leading local eatery while on your day’s journey, the Cape food scene offers a blend of cuisines suitable for every palette.

Robben Island Accompanied – a private guide accompanied visit and scheduled tour of Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated.

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Day 4

Enjoy a day at your leisure in Cape Town.

Within easy reach of your hotel, the V&A Waterfront offers world class shopping and entertainment opportunities such as diving at the Two Oceans Aquarium, the SA Maritime Museum, clay pigeon shooting cruise with Tigger 2, harbor cruise or a sundowner cruise, helicopter flip, and more. Sit in one of the relaxed bars that line the Victoria Waterfront and listen to the numerous languages and dialects that fill the air. Sample the delightful cuisine, and discover a sensational blend of flavors as diverse as its cosmopolitan influences.

Walk past loud blubbery seals sunning on the pier and take the ferry to Robben Island to visit former South Africa president, Nelson Mandela’s prison cell. Go on a township tour to experience traditional “Cape Flats” life and African culture and cuisine.

Catch the “Hop-on-Hop-Off” bus to the cable way for a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain, or if you are feeling energetic, and want to stretch your legs, you could take one of the hiking trails up and come down by Cable Car.

No matter how you choose to experience Cape Town, the Mother City’s unique embrace promises to hold you in her clenches for years to come.

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Day 5

At a time to be advised: You will be collected by an Alluring Africa representative for your private road transfer to Grootbos Nature Reserve Forest Lodge, where you will stay for three nights.

Time permitting, enjoy lunch and an afternoon activity.

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Day 6 – 7

Enjoy two full days of game viewing activities at Grootbos Nature Reserve Forest Lodge.

Botanical 4×4 Tour: We’re known for our unique botanical safaris on board an open-top Land Rover, where you’ll learn from our hugely knowledgeable guides about the incredible birds, plants and animals in this floral kingdom. Be still, absorb the world around you and delight afresh in its wonder.

Horse Riding: Get into better rhythm with nature as you traverse this landscape in a very natural way. With our own stables on the reserve, you can see Grootbos as either a beginner or expert rider, as you trot slowly through the fynbos or ride on the beach.

Walks and Hikes: Walks or hikes in and around Grootbos are one of the best ways to truly immerse yourself in the Cape Floral Kingdom, as you breathe the fresh air and drink in the crystal clear views. Take a guided walk or head out yourself as you gaze at bursts of fynbos colour, get some exercise, and return with a clearer head and more restful soul.

Marine Safari: This is one of the few places in the world where you can view such a wide range of marine wildlife in their natural environment as they hunt, mate and play. Board a luxury boat and head out to the ocean to spot the Marine Big 5: Southern Right Whales, Great White Sharks, Bottlenose Dolphins, Cape Fur Seals and African Penguins, as you soak up the exquisite natural scenery.

Beauty Treatments: Feel revitalised , calmer and more at peace by choosing from the many treatments offered by our two beauty salons. Enjoy a deep tissue massage with only the forest surrounding you or feel pampered with a facial from a therapist with healing hands.

Bird Watching: The rich chorus of birdsong that surrounds you at Grootbos tells you immediately that bird watching here will be extraordinary. Glimpse rare sightings on special guided walks or simply spot the beauty and colour as you walk around the lodge.

Living the Future Tour: Take a tour with heart as you discover how the entire Grootbos experience has been designed around benefitting the community and environment around you. Learn and connect as you witness how our various projects are changing lives and conserving this protected wilderness.

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Day 8

At a time to be advised: You will be collected by an Alluring Africa representative for your private road transfer the Cape Town Airport for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, you will connect with your scheduled charter flight to Mateya Safari Lodge, where you will stay for four nights.

Time permitting, enjoy lunch and an afternoon activity.

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Day 9 – 11

Enjoy three full days of game viewing activities at Mateya Safari Lodge.

Experience the thrill of encountering the Super 7 – elephant, white and black rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog, in addition to which the Madikwe Game Reserve boasts among the best array of plains game on the continent, and over 250 species of birds.

Accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers, you can venture on game drives in custom-built 4×4 vehicles, or track on guided walking safaris through the reserve. Experts on the natural intricacies of the Madikwe Game Reserve, the rangers and trackers reveal to you, a world rich in ecological and cultural history, opening your mind to a truly unique and fascinating safari experience.

Each excursion will be planned around your specific interests, thereby ensuring you enjoy the full value of fulfilling your ideal safari experience.

Between activities, the lodge’s health therapist is on hand to offer a complete range of full body relaxation therapies, enjoyed in the comfort of your own suite (additional charge).

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Day 12

At a time determined the night before: You will be transferred by a camp vehicle to the airstrip for your scheduled charter flight to Johannesburg for your departure flight.

Return home, taking with you the sights, sounds, and memories of an incredible African adventure!