11-night South Africa Luxury Experience & Whale Watching

11-night South Africa Luxury Experience & Whale Watching

Cape Town, Hermanus, Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

nights
11
camps
3
from price, per person
USD13,414

This itinerary features some of our best-loved partner properties and our fantastic Touring offering in Cape Town, to create the ultimate South African escape. Start with the culture of Cape Town, continue to Grootbos for incredible landscapes and whale encounters, and finish in the heart of the bush at Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp for an intimate Big 5 safari. It’s the perfect balance of coastal luxury, wildlife, and adventure – an indulgent yet deeply enriching journey through South Africa’s finest areas.

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Hope Dudley

Trainee Safari Specialist

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Grootbos Forest Lodge

Grootbos Forest Lodge

Marine Dynamics  - Whale & Marine Big 5 Tour

Marine Dynamics - Whale & Marine Big 5 Tour

Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp

Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp

wildlife & activities

Highlights

  • Experience three of South Africa’s most iconic regions in one seamless journey.
  • Stay at a handpicked collection of our partner boutique hotels and luxury lodges.
  • Discover the magic of Grootbos Forest Lodge, with ancient milkwood forests, sweeping fynbos landscapes, and ocean views.
  • In Cape Town, enjoy a curated mix of experiences offered by our Touring team in the city.
  • Experience whale watching and a chance to see sharks, dolphins and seals off the coast of South Africa.

Your Itinerary

Day 1

Cape Town International Airport

Meet and Assist at Cape Town (per arrival)

On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, a representative from NAS Colossal Aviation Services will meet you with your name on a signboard when you enter the main terminal building. They will assist you through customs and immigration (if on an international flight) and to collect your luggage. You are accompanied to the arrivals hall to meet your transfer driver for your onward journey.

Cape Town International Airport to Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Road • 00:30h

You will be met by a representative of Wilderness Touring Cape Town and transferred from Cape Town International Airport to Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel by private vehicle.

Day 1 - 4

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Location IconCape Town, South Africa

Step into a world of historic elegance and bohemian chic. Situated in the heart of Cape Town, the Cape Cadogan Hotel combines 19th century charm and contemporary panache. Our 13 spacious rooms are aligned with the More Family’s style and passion for creating guest experiences that leave lasting impressions. Our public areas comprise a comfortable lounge with an open fireplace, a garden and pool area, and a library that’s perfect for relaxing with a good book. The Cape Cadogan’s location means that a wide variety of boutiques, restaurants and bars right on our doorstep. We are also located close to Table Mountain, the beaches of Clifton and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. INSIDER’S TIP: Looking for the ultimate escape? The 13th room, the Owners Villa, can be booked for exclusive use and has its own swimming pool, lounge, dining room and kitchen.

3 nights • Luxury Room x 1

Day 4

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel to Grootbos Forest Lodge

Road • 02:30h

You will be met by a representative of Wilderness Touring Cape Town and transferred from Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel to Grootbos Forest Lodge by private vehicle.

Day 4 - 7

Grootbos Forest Lodge

Location IconHermanus, South Africa

Nestled between mountain and sea, the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a five-star eco-paradise showcasing the incredible Flora and Marine life of the Southern Tip of Africa. Home of the "Marine Big 5" - whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins; and with unparalleled floral diversity, Grootbos offers you a one-of-a-kind luxury African experience. Forest Lodge offers panoramic views and every suite offers complete privacy. Forest Lodge is an architectural masterpiece with a chic design that perfectly accentuates the draping branches of the surrounding Milkwood forest. A creative gourmet cuisine, using home-grown organic vegetables and the freshest local produce, is complemented by fine local wines. Dedicated conservationists accompany guests daily on awe-inspiring excursions to explore the flora, fauna, bird and marine life of the area by foot, boat, horseback or in an open 4x4 vehicle. From June to December marvel at the Southern Right Whales that may be viewed from the rocky cliffs, pure white beaches, by boat or light airplane. INSIDER'S TIP: We are in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom - the smallest but richest of the six floral kingdoms – and at Grootbos 760 of the 9000 fynbos species found in the Cape grow here.

3 nights • One Bedroom Luxury Suite x 1

Selected experiences

Marine Dynamics - Whale & Marine Big 5 Tour

Head to the charming fishing town of Gansbaai to spend some time looking for southern right whales. This renowned whale watching mecca is home to the Marine Big 5 which includes southern right whales, seals, penguins, dolphins and great white sharks. After a quick briefing you will board the boat for your nautical safari. You'll visit 'Shark Alley', Geyser Rock and Dyer Island and learn a variety of species and conservation efforts from experts on board.

Day 7

Grootbos Forest Lodge to Cape Town International Airport

Road • 0 min

You will be met by a representative of Wilderness Touring Cape Town and transferred from Grootbos Forest Lodge to Cape Town International Airport by private vehicle.

Cape Town International Airport

Meet and Assist at Cape Town (per departure)

On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, a representative from NAS Colossal Aviation Services representative will meet you with your name on a signboard when you enter the main terminal building. The representative will assist you through customs and immigration (if on an international flight) and to collect your luggage. You are accompanied to the check-in counter, all the way through security and boarding gate where you will continue to your connecting flight.

Cape Town International Airport to Skukuza Airport

Flight • 02:30h

Skukuza Airport

Skukuza Airport to Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp

Road • 01:00h

You'll be met by a representative of Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp for a shared transfer from Skukuza Airport to Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp.

Day 7 - 12

Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp

Location IconSabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Situated in the iconic Sabi Sand Game Reserve, a recognised biodiversity hotspot in the greater Kruger National Park, Sabi Sabi is blessed with an astonishing variety of habitats and wildlife. Hidden in the shade of indigenous riverine trees on the banks of the dry yet productive Msuthlu River, Little Bush Camp is the smallest and most secluded of our lodges. A showcase of safari chic in a relaxed environment, it’s ideal for exclusive use by small groups. Each of the six suites has an en-suite bathroom, private deck and heated spa bath overlooking the riverbed and surrounding bush. Relax in our inviting lounge and enjoy delicious culinary experiences including dinners served under the African night skies in the boma. INSIDER’S TIP: You will have an excellent chance of close encounters with the Big Five as well as cheetah, wild dog and all species indigenous to the area.

5 nights • Suite x 1

Day 12

Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp to Skukuza Airport

Road • 01:00h

You'll be met by a representative of Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp for a shared transfer from Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp to Skukuza Airport.

Skukuza Airport

Skukuza Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport

Flight • 01:15h

O.R. Tambo International Airport

Meet and Assist at Johannesburg

Upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport, you will be met in the main terminal building by a Menzies Aviation representative carrying a name board. If arriving on an international flight, they will assist you through customs and immigration, and guide you to collect your luggage. You will be assisted with check-in and passport control, and accompanied to the boarding gate to await your onward flight.

What to expect

Includes

  • All safari accommodation & meals
  • Twice daily safari activities
  • Park fees and concession fees
  • Laundry service
  • Airport and inter-camp transfers as specified
  • Meet & Greet
  • Breakfast included at city hotels

Excludes

  • International flights
  • Gratuities
  • Personal purchases
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees

Start your journey

These experiences are just a glimpse of what’s possible. If you’d like to book this trip or shape a custom itinerary, we are here to help you plan your perfect safari.

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nights
11
from price, per person
USD13,414