The Big 5 of South Africa and Mozambique... thriving cities, jaw-dropping scenery, phenomenal wine, sparkling coastlines, white sand beaches, and, of course, world-renowned wildlife. These incredible destinations' diversity and utter devotion to luxury makes it the perfect combination for the most special and memorable adventure to southern Africa anyone could wish for.
The Big 5 of South Africa and Mozambique... thriving cities, jaw-dropping scenery, phenomenal wine, sparkling coastlines, white sand beaches, and, of course, world-renowned wildlife.
These incredible destinations' diversity and utter devotion to luxury make it the perfect combination for the most special and memorable adventure to southern Africa anyone could wish for.
If you should have questions, concerns, or changes you'd like to make to your itinerary while in South Africa or Mozambique, please contact our local partners:
Important: If something needs immediate assistance, your local contact is the best person to call first as they are in the same time zone.
You can also reach out to us on the Scenset app and we will be happy to help.
July 13th - 16th
July 16th - 19th
July 19th - 22nd
July 22nd - 25th
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met at the aircraft door with a paging board. If your aircraft arrives at the apron instead of the terminal, a bus will transport you to the terminal where someone will be waiting. You will then receive assistance with immigration, baggage, customs, and onward travel arrangements.
If you have any issues finding your airport representative, please call will be provided.
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Meet your private driver for a transfer to your hotel in Cape Town for check-in.
If you have any issues finding your driver, please call will be provided. This is a drive of approximately 25 minutes, traffic permitting.
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Cape Town is a true fan favorite, with its exciting Mediterranean vibe, amazing culinary scene, beautiful Cape Dutch architecture, thriving art community, and successful sports teams – all set to the backdrop of iconic Table Mountain and the turbulent waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is no wonder it is called The Mother City. This vibrant, trendy city has broad appeal. Local attractions include Table Mountain, Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, Bo-Kaap, boutique shops, numerous museums, wineries, and world famous restaurants. For those venturing beyond the city, the Cape Winelands and Cape Peninsula are a day trip away. Cape Town’s rich cultural heritage dates back more than 300 years and its diversity is evident in the city’s architecture, art, and food. It is the second most populous city in South Africa and sits at the southwest tip of Africa.
Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town, this luxury hotel and spa offers easy access to all that's happening in this dynamic city. A well-regarded hotel, it offers the perfect combination of leafy tranquility and contemporary buzz. Whether dining on exotic Cape cuisine, soaking up the sun or exploring the buzzing streets, time here promises endless memories to cherish. Moments from Cape Town’s pulsating heart lies this legendary hideaway, where iconic pink buildings nestle in verdant gardens beneath the flat-topped wonder of Table Mountain. There’s so much to enjoy within the leafy estate, from imaginative local cuisine and cocktails in the buzzy restaurants and bars, to expertly tutored art classes and divine spa treatments. Relax by one of the pools, improve your game with a tennis coach or join a garden tour to discover our historic trees, beehives, and even a fascinating wormery.
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
2x Deluxe Rooms
Each Deluxe Room features a sitting area, perfect to unwind. Some also include a balcony, while all have an inviting marble en-suite bathroom.
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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Given your late arrival into Cape Town, we suggest enjoying the comfort of your accommodations this evening and ordering room service.
You may read more here about the dining options at Mount Nelson.
Please let us know if you would like for Scenset to make dinner reservations on your behalf!
Escape to the quieter side of the Cape Peninsula. Where the mountains are engulfed by the sea, baboons temporarily cause traffic and penguins are dwarfed by the boulders they call home. Hop between the fishing villages as you slowly round the peninsula, the southwestern corner of Africa. Revel in the history that has shaped this part of the country, as your private guide imparts insight of yesteryear. Experience local hideaways and steer clear of the crowds as we deftly navigate the showpieces of the city's more laid-back corner.
Venture south along the Cape Peninsula, visiting the quirky fishing village, Kalk Bay, voted top 10 coolest neighborhoods in the world. We spend some time exploring this little neighborhood known for its interesting shops, vast selection of restaurants and stunning views. Visit Dalebrook tidal pool for a quick dip and warm up after with a takeaway coffee and croissant - as the locals do!
Onwards to Boulder's beach - home to a large colony of the very entertaining yet endangered African Penguin. Explore this surreal and picturesque beach whilst admiring these fluffy local inhabitants.
From Boulder’s, continue further south and enter Cape Point Nature Reserve, the most southwestern corner of Africa. Explore the flora and fauna in this beautiful Reserve. A nature lover and photographic paradise!
If you have any issues locating your guide, please call will be provided.
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby
Meeting Time: Morning
Packing Suggestions: Sunscreen, swimming gear, camera.
Inclusions: Private guide and driver, entrance fees, gourmet picnic
A delicious selection of local produce and ice-cold drinks served by your Private Guide in the perfect spot. Cost included.
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In the afternoon, enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in Cape Point National Park. A delicious selection of local produce and ice-cold drinks will be served by a guide in the perfect spot.
Make your way home via Chapman’s Peak - the most scenic road in Africa. The Atlantic coastline is also known as Cape Town’s ‘Riviera’. An incredibly beautiful stretch of coastline made up of Cape Town's best beaches and most affluent suburbs. Take in the view of the ocean on your left and the towering slopes of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head on the right.
Please note that you have a very early morning tomorrow for your shark cage diving experience. We strongly suggest getting to bed early tonight!
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
2x Deluxe Rooms
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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You have a dinner reservation this evening at Il Leone. This is a short drive from your hotel and we suggest arranging transportation through the Front Desk to get to and from the restaurant.
Situated in a beautiful heritage house, Il Leone is a convivial Green Point ristorante serving traditional and modern Italian dishes.
With the best quality ingredients, an extensive wine list of both local and Italian wines and friendly, informative staff, Il Leone perfectly harmonizes the magic of Cape Town and the Italian dining experience.
Reservation Name: will be provided
Address: Corner of Prestwich, 22 Cobern St, Green Point, Cape Town, 8001
Phone: +27 21 421 0071
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Wake up early in the morning and meet a guide in the hotel lobby for a drive to the coast in Kleinbaai, a drive of approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Please stop by the Front Desk this morning to pick up take away breakfast boxes to enjoy during the drive to your excursion today.
Going Shark Cage Diving in South Africa and more specifically a trip on the Slashfin, is a combination of goosebump thrills, education and relaxation on a luxury boat in the company of experienced experts and researchers! They will show you how to distinguish between a male and female shark and how to identify a specific shark by its unique dorsal fin and scars. The 20 - 25 minute boat trip to the activity location is by itself an exhilarating adventure.
Named after a legendary 3,3 m male shark with a very distinctive dorsal fin, the Slashfin is a unique, multi-million rand aluminum boat custom designed for speed, stability, safety and space and can comfortably accommodate 40 passengers and the crew at a time.
On any given day, you'll also usually see at least two or more members of the Marine Big Five - sharks, dolphins, whales, seals and penguins, as well as several bird species.
The marine biologists and expert crew members will not only show you where these mysterious and misunderstood apex predators hunt and hide, but they will also explain to you how and where they feed, breed and breach.
If you have any issues locating your guide, please call will be provided.
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby
Meeting Time: Early morning
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
What to Bring:
A meal will be provided on arrival; snacks on board; and soup and bread on return to land. You will also be given a wetsuit, clean towel, booties, masks and a weight belt for your dive.
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The schedule for the day is as follows. Before the trip, guests meet at a location where they will receive a meal and register their wetsuit size. Guests then take part in a pre-trip safety briefing about what to expect during the trip and a biological background on great white sharks.
You'll then take a short walk to the harbor to board a boat. The travel time to the destination is approximately 20 minutes, with the final part of the journey taking about 10 minutes. On average, the group will be anchored for 2 hours, but this depends on shark activity, conditions, as well as the number of divers.
Weather permitting, a short trip through a known area will be included. Upon arrival back at the harbor, a meal will be provided. Shower facilities are available before departing.
Generally Great White sightings along the South African coastline have become sporadic and unpredictable. In the absence of the Great Whites, Apex Expeditions have been operating shark cage diving trips successfully with other shark species namely the Seven Gill Cow Shark, Mako and Blue Sharks. All trips are confirmed weather dependent and are not shark species-dependent.
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
2x Deluxe Rooms
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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You have a dinner reservation this evening at Maria's Greek Café. This is a short walk or drive from your hotel and we suggest arranging transportation through the Front Desk to get to and from the restaurant.
Opened in the 1950's, Maria's is one of Cape Town's oldest and most loved restaurants. The spirit of Greek hospitality is alive and well at this pleasing eatery.
Situated in a charming, quiet part of the city, this warm and inviting taverna-style restaurant serves authentic Greek food with a core philosophy behind the food being organic and free-range where possible.
The well-considered wine list features some Greek wines, local gems that aren't widely available as well as more well-known local wines.
Reservation Name: will be provided
Address: 31 Barnet St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001
Phone: +27 21 461 3333
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After breakfast and check-out, meet your private driver for a transfer to the Cape Town Airport for your onward flight.
Meeting Point: Hotel lobby
Meeting Time: Pick-up this morning will be communicated to you by your local guide the day prior.
If you have any issues locating your guide, please call will be provided. This is a drive of approximately 1 hour, traffic permitting.
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Depart on your shared charter flight from Cape Town to the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve.
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Upon arrival, you will be met for a private transfer to your safari lodge in the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve for check-in.
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Tswalu is a vast, magical land of infinite possibility, with sweeping vistas and a liberating sense of space. The green Kalahari is nature at its most diverse and surprising, and to spend time here is to be touched by exuberant, soulful beauty. It offers an escape to a place that’s governed by the ancient rhythms of the seasons, rather than the clock and the calendar. It offers a vision of hope that brings together conservation, research and unrivaled safari experience.
At Tswalu you’ll encounter species you may have seen elsewhere, along with drier area specialist species that you probably haven’t. While zebra, buffalo and giraffe will be familiar if you’ve been on safari before, this will likely be your first opportunity to capture iconic Kalahari images such as dainty springbok with a backdrop of red sand, or the silhouette of a gemsbok atop a dune. Many of the species found at Tswalu are of particular significance to the San people, as evidenced by their inclusion in ancient galleries of rock art.
There is a timeless quality to Kalahari – it’s a place where humans have wandered and wondered since the dawn of creation.
Backed by the foothills of the Korannaberg mountains, Loapi is set to become Africa’s top luxury tented safari camp. Offering a true wilderness experience that is both private and exclusive, the camp’s six private safari homes under canvas are positioned to make the most of unimpeded views south across the reserve’s characteristic arid savannah.
With at least 100 m (330 ft) between each residence, guests are assured of solitude and seclusion with a dedicated butler and chef to take care of everything.
In Setswana, Loapi means ‘the space below the clouds’, aptly reflected in the camps environmentally sensitive, modular design, combining canvas, glass and steel. Uncluttered, sculptural interiors, enriched by nature’s colors, forms and shapes, optimize the sense of space and evoke the carefree, nomadic spirit of camping.
Tswalu Loapi
Two-Bedroom Tented Home
Designed as contemporary glass and steel pavilions, the living and dining areas form the heart of each home together with the kitchen and fully stocked pantry and bar. Deep, shaded decks feature day beds for relaxation, an environmentally friendly plunge pool and a fire pit for sundowners and early morning coffee. The bedrooms are cocoon-like sanctuaries under canvas, connecting guests to the sights and sounds of nature while providing exceptional comfort and insulation from the Kalahari’s extreme temperatures.
Inclusions: Private game viewing vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker, walking safaris, nature walks (including traditional plant use interpretation), habituated meerkats experience, horse riding and bird watching. Short hike to view some of the oldest bushman rock engravings in Africa, a visit to the community clinic and pre-school, a visit and/or introduction to The Tswalu Foundation research projects. Involvement in wildlife project work on property when available. Luxury full board accommodation, all meals (a variety of dining experiences from boma dinners to dune picnics), dinner at Klein JAN Restaurant (children over the age of 12 are welcome), all beverages and full selection from the award-winning wine-list. In-suite tea and coffee making facilities, in-suite private bar and gourmet pantry. Laundry and valet services. Wireless internet access and National telephone calls.
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Tswalu is unquestionably one of the best places in southern Africa to see cheetah in the wild. The vast open spaces and antelope herds of the Kalahari readily lend themselves to high-speed pursuits. Visiting Tswalu also gives you front-row seats for sightings of species that prove elusive elsewhere, from aardvark and pangolin to Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra.
Their gregarious nature and amusing antics (think early morning sunbathing and playing chicken with scorpions) have made meerkats extremely popular as subjects of wildlife documentaries. Tswalu's two habituated colonies have accepted the presence of humans without letting it disrupt the important business of grooming and foraging.
Meerkats are just one of the smaller predators which abound at Tswalu: aardwolf, African wild cat and brown hyena are also frequently seen.
At the entrance to each home is a pavilion, or outpost, from where guests set off on all activities, including day and night game drives, guided walks, a morning with meerkats, field trips with scientific researchers, a dune picnic, or dinner at Restaurant Klein JAN. The outpost is also a welcoming point of return with a bathroom, storage for safari essentials and a choice of refreshments. As with Tswalu’s other camps, guests have private use of a safari vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker, providing unlimited access to the largest privately protected conservation area in South Africa.
Tswalu, South Africa’s largest private game reserve, offers a conservation experience focusing on genetic data collection of endangered rhino populations of the Southern Kalahari ecosystem. From April to September, guests are welcomed to join the rhino notching initiative to analyse and support the genetic integrity of the protected rhino populations across South Africa after suffering a tragic decline over recent years.
During this intimate wildlife experience, trained trackers and veterinarians dart specific rhino, ideally between two and three years old. After marking and associating the rhino with a recorded number, the team plants a small microchip under the skin and horns for future identity and security purposes. DNA samples are then collected and later added into a global DNA database that helps track and prevent illegally traded rhino horns.
During this encounter, guests form part of the ground crew and are invited to take part in this microchipping experience that includes helping to monitor the rhinos body temperature and breathing. The private rhino notching experience covers the costs of a wildlife veterinarian, the specialized drugs in the darts, and flying expenses. Guests can further participate in Tswalu’s rhino recovery initiatives by donating directly to the Tswalu Foundation. All funds directly contribute to a credible and imperative rhino conservation project to re-establish populations where they can be protected.
As one of the many wildlife conservation experiences, Tswalu practices low-impact, high-value approaches to sustainable ecotourism to help fund the critical conservation work for future generations. Tswalu’s conservation goals focus on restoring the natural environment, re-establishing and protecting biodiversity, and maintaining the Kalahari’s characteristic ecological processes, all carried out through environmental research supported by the Tswalu Foundation. The Tswalu Foundation is a world leader in the field of environmental research within the southern Kalahari and a major influence on all the conservation success Tswalu has accomplished.
Date: Wednesday, July 17th
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Tswalu Loapi
Two-Bedroom Tented Home
Inclusions: Private game viewing vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker, walking safaris, nature walks (including traditional plant use interpretation), habituated meerkats experience, horse riding and bird watching. Short hike to view some of the oldest bushman rock engravings in Africa, a visit to the community clinic and pre-school, a visit and/or introduction to The Tswalu Foundation research projects. Involvement in wildlife project work on property when available. Luxury full board accommodation, all meals (a variety of dining experiences from boma dinners to dune picnics), dinner at Klein JAN Restaurant (children over the age of 12 are welcome), all beverages and full selection from the award-winning wine-list. In-suite tea and coffee making facilities, in-suite private bar and gourmet pantry. Laundry and valet services. Wireless internet access and National telephone calls.
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After a final morning game drive and breakfast, depart from Tswalu Loapi to the airstrip.
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Depart on your shared charter flight from Tswalu Kalahari in the morning, arriving to Johannesburg in the late morning.
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After landing in Johannesburg, a representative will take you on a short road transfer to the Federal Air Lounge, where you will connect onto your Federal Air shared charter flight to MalaMala Airstrip.
You will receive a ground transfer of approximately 10 minutes from the Fireblade Aviation Hangar to the Federal Air Lounge.
If you have any issues locating your airport representative, please call will be provided or will be provided.
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Connect on your shared charter flight from Johannesburg, departing in the early afternoon, arriving to MalaMala in the Sabi Sands in the early afternoon.
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The Sabi Sand Game Reserve, named for the Sabie and Sand Rivers which flow through it, is renowned for its wildlife density and predator interactions; seldom will a visitor not see the Big Five. Although it shares a fenceless boundary with Kruger National Park, much of the wildlife in the Sabi Sand stays more or less in the reserve. Over the years, the animals have become used to the presence of safari vehicles, resulting in close encounters, particularly with the elusive leopards.
Roaming packs of African wild dogs, territorial lions, and large herds of elephants are also signature sightings. As well as having a consistently high density of wildlife, the reserve's conservation ethos keeps vehicle numbers to a minimum at wildlife sightings. This offers a more exclusive safari experience while ensuring the welfare of the habituated animals. Being in the private reserve generally affords more flexibility with opportunities to off-road, enjoy night drives and bush walks, all of which make visiting this area a truly unique experience.
Tucked away in a forest of green, on the banks of the world-renowned Sand River, lies a special place. MalaMala Rattray’s Camp offers an intimate glimpse into an era long lost, when travelers from afar married the magic of the African bush with elegance and refinement. Combining humble opulence and romantic exclusivity with unrivaled game viewing, MalaMala Rattray’s Camp is the premier safari destination for those seeking to experience the wild heart of Africa.
MalaMala Rattrays Camp is the epitome of classic style and good taste. Each luxurious, freestanding and spacious suite offers an atmosphere of lush seclusion and boasts spectacular views of the Sand River where wildlife of all shapes and sizes can be viewed whilst taking a dip in the private plunge pool, cooling off in the outdoor shower or enjoying a massage on the deck.
Sumptuous meals can be enjoyed in a variety of locations including the “boma,” the deck, the dining room, or in the privacy and comfort of your own suite.
MalaMala Rattays Camp
2x Luxury Suites
Each suite functions as an inclusive home, resplendent with hand-selected furnishings, lavish his-and-hers bathrooms, outdoor and indoor dining area for intimate dining, a secluded outdoor shower, and a private heated plunge pool built into the verandah with grand river views. Suites include air-conditioning, heating and overhead fans, direct-dial telephones, a minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, a mini-safe, and optional satellite television with DVD player.
Inclusions: All meals and snacks, drinks (excluding premium imported beverages no in stock), safari drives in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles conducted by an experienced ranger, nature walks, transfers to and from the MalaMala airstrip and limited laundry service. A daily community levy will be provided per person.
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At MalaMala Rattray’s Camp, wildlife safaris are the number one priority. A maximum of only four guests per safari vehicle is the norm and a flexible operation ensures your adventures into the bush will be intimate and unforgettable. An experienced and proficient ranger will serve as your guide and host, offering a level of service second to none.
Activities include Big Five viewing, bird watching, game drives, game walks, safaris, and wildlife tours.
Capacity on game drives: Four guests but can be increased to six guests per safari vehicle based on guests traveling together and triple share.
MalaMala Rattays Camp
2x Luxury Suites
Inclusions: All meals and snacks, drinks (excluding premium imported beverages no in stock), safari drives in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles conducted by an experienced ranger, nature walks, transfers to and from the MalaMala airstrip and limited laundry service. A daily community levy will be provided per person.
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Meet your driver this morning for a transfer to the Nelspruit-Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) for your flight to Mozambique. Your guide will let you know about the possibility of an abridged game drive.
If you have any issues locating your driver, please call will be provided or will be provided.
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Please find your e-tickets for your flight to Mozambique below:
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After disembarking at Vilanculos Airport, proceed through passport control, immigration and collect your luggage. Next, move on to the arrivals hall, where a representative will be waiting to meet and transfer you for your stay.
If you have any issues finding your hotel representative, please call will be provided. This is a transfer of approximately 30 minutes.
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Covering 1,320 km2 (510 mi2), the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago sit inside a stunning marine environment that provides unique aquatic and terrestrial habitats. The four main islands are formed of pale, sloping sand beaches that dip gently into exquisite azure colored waters. Swim with dolphins, experience the annual migration of humpback whales, sail on traditional dhows, dive impressive coral walls, snorkel and try to spot endangered Dugongs. This pristine national park is an aquatic wonderland and the Robinson Crusoe-esque islands are some of the most picturesque in the Indian Ocean, rivaling those of the Seychelles and Mauritius.
Elevated on the red cliffs of Kingfisher Bay, Santorini Mozambique astounds with endless Archipelago views from every angle. Its sprawling villas are nestled amidst coconut trees and lush landscaping, forming a private oasis in Vilanculos. This unspoiled patch of paradise is positioned above a long stretch of beach strewn with colourful sea shells and warm waters that shift gently with the changing tides.
Here, guests can experience the charm of a Greek-inspired village mixed with the wild beauty of Africa and the Indian Ocean.
A short 30-minute drive from the airport in Santorini’s open 4x4 converted safari vehicle through the coastal town of Vilanculos allows glimpses of traditional daily life along the way. A warm welcome awaits with refreshments, cold scented face cloths, and beaming Santorini smiles. For beneath the cool blue-and-white domed villas of Santorini beats a warm African heart. Authentic hospitality encourages you to settle into a newfound state of being.
Santorini Mozambique
Santa Carolina Suite
Santa Carolina Suite is the only suite situated on the first floor of the Main Villa. The suite has a king size bed and an en-suite bathroom with shower, double vanity unit, and separate toilet. It has a large lounge area overlooking the archipelago as well as an outdoor private patio with lattice shade cover, loungers, and table and chairs.
Magaruque Suite
Magaruque Suite is situated on the middle level of the Main Villa. The suite has a king size bed and an en-suite bathroom with shower, bath, double vanity unit, and separate toilet. It has its own private patio overlooking the archipelago with lattice shade cover, loungers, table and chairs.
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Being on the mainland, guests have the opportunity to experience everything this magical place has to offer from spending a day out on the magical waters surrounded by the flamboyance of flamingos to exploring the colorful markets and local shops of Vilanculos town.
There is an assortment of kayaks, stand up paddle boards, snorkeling gear, fishing gear and even a gym in a bag for a quick workout session or yoga on the sunset patio as the sun rises above the silhouette of Magaruque Island. These are all complimentary onsite activities.
Additional activities include scuba diving, bill fishing, horse riding, dhow safari trips, kite surfing, and scenic helicopter flights. For guests wanting complete exclusivity, luxury, and privacy when it comes to outsourced activities and experiences such as diving or fishing, there is the option of chartering the motorized super cat, Aphrodite.
Whether you are up for adventure, complete relaxation or simple romantic walks on the beach – a family is ready to make this experience exactly as you dreamt it: A holiday worth treasuring and memories to last a lifetime.
Santorini operates the following activities in-house which are included in the daily rate. However, the activity is subject to the availability of the equipment. In the event that any of these activities require the use of a boat then boat charter rates and National Park Fees will apply:
Santorini Mozambique
Santa Carolina Suite & Magaruque Suite
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Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met by an airport representative in the arrivals hall. They will then escort you to the Intercontinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel where you can enjoy an early dinner during your layover.
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Enjoy a dining reservation at Quills Restaurant while you await your departure flight home.
Time: Afternoon
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After your early dinner, you will be retrieved by your airport representative to return to the airport for check-in to your international flight home.
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For safari, we recommend layering your clothing. Game drives take place early morning and evenings and it is quite cold before the sun rises and after it sets. The day-time temperatures can be warm and sunny and it can get quite hot. Light, natural fabrics like cotton and linen are recommended for during the day (shorts, t-shirts, summer dresses around the lodge) and in the evenings, layer up with long trousers, long sleeve vests and a warm jacket. Formal wear is not required at any of our lodges – you are free to come straight from game drive into dinner.
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Tips are always appreciated and enthusiastically received. Tipping is only recommended if you are satisfied with the service you have received and is entirely at your discretion. Tipping guidelines are as follows:
On Safari: For rangers per person per day and trackers per person per day. General lodge staff gratuity is per day. All tips can be paid by credit card.
Please refer to our terms & conditions here.