Cape Town to Kruger and leopard safaris at the exclusive Sabi Sands
Begin your South African adventure in the beautiful, bustling city of Cape Town, exploring its colonial and Bo-Kaap districts, markets and surrounding vineyards and rugged landscapes. From here you’ll head to Kruger National Park, among Africa’s best-known reserves, enjoying the daily safaris and sundowners from your comfortable base at Singita Sweni Lodge. A still more intimate and luxurious experience awaits at Sabi Sands’ private reserve, home to an especially healthy presence of leopards – along with the rest of the Big Five. Professional trackers and guides will accompany you deep into the wild and far from the tourist crowds, while you'll balance the rigours of adventure with relaxation at the lodge's spa and infinity pool, savouring excellent fare and award-winning wines. Returning to Cape Town, a final evening of leisure will round out your sojourn in Rainbow Nation.
This journey outline is by no means fixed. As the traveller takes centre stage in our planning – from the type of lodging to daily activities – your journey will be crafted to suit you.
Day by Day Highlights
Day 1 Arrival in Cape Town
After checking into your hotel, explore the Cape Malay district of Bo-Kaap with its brightly coloured 17th century houses, cobblestone streets and beautiful mosques. Stir your “artsy” side by exploring Township-inspired designs at the Watershed Market and explore the renowned Zeitz MOCAA Art Museum, the world's largest collection of African modern art. End the day with evening sundowners at a local gin bar or another local hangout spot.
Day 2 Cape Town
Free and easy in the morning. Thereafter, head to the Constantia Winelands for lunch and an afternoon of wine tasting in boutique wine estates set against gorgeous mountain landscapes. Visit the Beau Constantia wine farm, Steenberg Wine Estate and Norval Foundation.
Day 3 Cape Town / Nelspruit / Kruger National Park
Catch 2 flights to Kruger National Park, one of the largest safari parks in Africa, where your safari adventure begins. Go on daily game drives and safari walks with professional guides and trackers, where you can break away from the hectic pace of city life and immerse yourself in the breathtaking wilderness. Singita Sweni Lodge is located on the banks of the Sweni River within a 33,000-acre private concession in the park. End each day with a sundowner beneath the African sunset.
Day 4 Kruger National Park
Another day to explore the glories of Kruger National Park. Every safari game drive is will provide you with new opportunities to discover interesting wildlife sightings.
Day 5 Kruger National Park / Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Experience a change of pace as you transfer to Sabi Sands, a private game reserve located adjacent to Kruger National Park. Relax in the more intimate atmosphere away from tourist crowds while enjoying the especially good leopard sightings at this luxury park. Professional guides and trackers will remain on hand to help you explore the pristine landscape.
Day 6 Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Another day in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. In your spare time, take full advantage of the luxurious settings of your safari lodge, as you relax in its excellent spa and infinity pool and savour fresh, farm-grown produce and award-winning wines.
Day 7 Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Another day to explore the glories of Sabi Sands GameReserve. Every safari game drive is will provide you with new opportunities to discover interesting wildlife sightings.
Day 8 Sabi Sands Game Reserve / Nelspruit / CapeTown
Your safari sojourn ends today as you transfer back to Cape Town via Nelspruit. Upon landing in Cape Town at approximately 4pm, transfer to your luxurious hotel and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
Day 9 Departure from Cape Town
Bid farewell to the Rainbow Nation as you are transferred to Cape Town airport for your flight back to Sin
Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Recommended months to travel
South Africa is a year-round destination, offering different wildlife opportunities at different times of the year. From May to September, the weather is cooler which brings superb conditions for viewing big games. While the weather gets rainier between November to February, this is the best time to travel for birding.
Level of difficulty
Easy.
Indicative price
USD$ 14,500/person for a group of 2 on a private basis, including double-sharing rooms. Please note that safari activities within lodge are typically executed on a shared basis. Excludes flights.
As we’ll customise your journey based on your preferences and needs, please note that this indicative price is just a rough estimate. Prices can fluctuate depending on season, type of accommodation and activities/experiences chosen (private vs. shared) etc.
This journey outline is by no means conclusive. It is just a guideline and can be tailored according to your comfort level, interests and preferences for every detail from accommodation to activities.
This journey outline is by no means conclusive. It is just a guideline and can be tailored according to your comfort level, interests and preferences for every detail from accommodation to activities.
