12 Days / Starting From $11,395
Secluded South Africa
An Expertly Guided Small-Group Wildlife Adventure into Remote Reserves
To many, South Africa’s wealth is synonymous with its diamonds. But we think its greatest riches lie in another of its natural treasures: its wildlife. Kruger National Park, Sabi Sand, Mashatu and other bushveld reserves protect an astounding diversity of big game, much of which has recovered from earlier threats to its survival. From the massive-tusked African elephant to the sleek leopard, from squat rhinos to regal lions, they are all here in healthy numbers that provide one of Africa’s greatest safari experiences. And when it’s over, one thing is certain: You’ll go home richer than when you arrived.
- Get close to the “Big Five” and a host of game as our private safari Expedition Leader take us into South Africa’s best wildlife reserves
- Enjoy exclusive safari camps and lodges chosen for their superb natural settings far from
tourist crowds - Encounter great white sharks up close in their natural environment on an amazing boat safari from Cape Town
Location of Adventure
South Africa
South Africa
Group Size Limit
Approximately 7 Travelers
A very important feature of our African safaris is the limited group size as guided tours to nature destinations are best experienced with smaller sized groups of travelers.
4 x 4 Open-Top Land Rovers or Land Cruisers
On this adventure, we use open 4 x 4 Land Rovers or Land Cruisers, with a unique suspension system and an open-top, open-sided, tiered seating arrangement, specially-designed to maximize game viewing opportunities and comfort. Each vehicle has 10 cushioned passenger seats, one in front next to the driver, followed by three rows of three seats each, though we limit our capacity to just seven travelers on this safari. Each row is raised slightly higher than the one in front of it, allowing for unobstructed views of scenery and wildlife. A cooler box stocked with cold drinks and a small library with reference books and field guides enhance game drives. Each custom-built vehicle sports front bull bars and runner boards, as well as a full recovery kit, including spare tires and a high lift jack. Vehicles are updated or replaced as needed and meticulously maintained to provide our guests with an unmatched safari experience.
Included
Internal scheduled light aircraft flights (but not scheduled flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town), accommodations, meals from dinner Day 1 to breakfast final day, non-alcoholic drinks at camps, with meals, and in vehicles, services of NHA Expedition Leaders, local guides and lodge staff, some gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, permits & entrance fees, and all taxes.
Not Included
Travel to and from start and end point of trip, flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town on Day 10, alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance, and required medical evacuation insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy
Our walking activities are usually short and optional. We do, however, recommend that travelers who participate in these programs be of an adventurous spirit, as they will often enjoy the very closest of animal encounters and safari vehicles can sometimes offer a bumpy ride.
Important Information
Our Secluded South Africa trip combines three spectacular wildlife camps (one in Botswana) and a visit to Cape Town, where we will have opportunities to spend some time in the city and witness the hunting behavior of great white sharks. There is quite a bit of travel - both by safari vehicle and by private aircraft on this itinerary, but, in the company of our professional safari Expedition Leader, it is the best way to explore this remote and diverse region. On these trips changes to the itinerary may occur in order to take advantage of conditions unique to the season and/or accommodate unexpected changes in flight schedules; therefore, itineraries may need to be rerouted or redesigned without notice.
Getting There & Getting Home
You must arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa by 6pm on Day 1 and may depart Cape Town, South Africa anytime on the final day. We can best serve you if Natural Habitat Adventures’ Travel Desk makes these reservations for you as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of these programs and can arrange the most efficient and cost-effective travel. Please call us at 1-800-543-8917.
