Cape Town, Safari, Whales & Victoria Falls

Timeless and authentic, the iconic Mount Nelson Hotel is set between the slopes of Table Mountain and the city of Cape Town. Its striking architecture and unique interior design reflect a fusion of décor concepts, from colonial to modern contemporary. Rooms are spacious and luxurious, and contrast well against the bold exteriors through the use of subtle tones and textures. Enjoy time at the pool, stroll around the rose gardens and relax in one of the many lounge spaces. For a truly indulgent experience, try out a spa treatment followed by a spectacular afternoon tea. The Planet Bar and Restaurant provide a true South African gastronomic experience. INSIDER’S TIP: A garden picnic is a special way to remember your stay at the famous ‘Pink Lady’.

From our exhilarating cliff-top position, overlooking the whale-watching paradise of Walker Bay, Birkenhead House offers you the ideal luxury destination for a superior seaside experience. The cool, contemporary feel of our eleven bedrooms is an artful mix of classic beach house style, ‘shabby chic’ and quirky opulence. Furnishings and artwork are arresting and eclectic but characterised by a relaxed and easy-going atmosphere where you can breakfast at noon, take tea on your balcony and watch the ocean at dusk over a cocktail or two. Dinners are leisurely, staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the pace is laidback. At Birkenhead House, relaxation is the order of the day. INSIDER’S TIP: The front deck offers you some of the finest land-based whale watching anywhere in the world.

MalaMala Game Reserve is the largest private Big Five game reserve in South Africa and lies between the unfenced boundaries of the iconic Kruger National Park and Sabi Sand Game Reserve. MalaMala Camp is the original safari camp and yet has all the modern creature comforts you could ask for: suites have his-and-hers bathrooms as well as a shaded deck with beautiful views. The main area consists of a lounge, dining room, bar, library, internet connectivity, swimming pool, boutique, fitness centre, and traditional boma. This fine-tuned experiential luxury private safari operates without compromising its exacting standards of nature conservation. INSIDER’S TIP: MalaMala is renowned internationally for leopard sightings: 99% of guests spending two nights at MalaMala will experience more than one leopard sighting a day.

On the banks of the Zambezi River, Wilderness Toka Leya is far enough from Livingstone to ensure a tranquil, authentic bush experience, yet close enough for guests to enjoy all the many activities in the greater Victoria Falls area. Wilderness Toka Leya can be all about adrenaline, or an opportunity to relax and unwind before or after a safari. Wilderness Toka Leya has twelve luxurious tents (of which three are family tents). Each has a sumptuous outdoor bath, while the wellness centre with yoga and meditation options complements the serene surroundings. Boating and catch-and-release fishing excursions bring the Zambezi experience to life. Insider’s Tip: Reconnect with nature by enjoying a massage treatment on the banks of the Zambezi River!