14 Nights Thornybush Game Lodge, Cape Town & Winelands

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14 Nights Thornybush Game Lodge, Cape Town & Winelands

This dream itinerary will have you starring in awe in South Africa's three must visit destinations. From beach to bush you will start your holiday in the beautiful city of Cape Town and enjoy the extreme beauty of the prestigious coastline and exquisite wine country. Next a short flight takes you to the world famous Kruger National Park, to take part in exciting Big-5 game drives in a private game reserve.

14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS

From $ 4,793 per person

Incudes internal flights, transfers, luxury accommodation, daily itinerary and full board safari experience

Summary

7 nights in Cape Town
3 nights in the Cape Winelands
4 nights safari in the Kruger National Park

Prices & Seasons

Low season	$ 4,793 per person
High season	$ 5,342 per person

Festive season surcharges applicable
Child rates available on request
All specials and promotions will be factored into the itinerary

Includes

Internal flights & transfers
Accommodation
Full board safari experience
Concierge service for prearranged additional activities
Additional extras (property specific in full itinerary below)

Travel

Airport meet and greet
Airport to accommodation transfers
Inter-accommodation transfers
Internal 2.5 hours direct flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit (safari)
Internal 1 hour direct flight from Hoedspruit (safari) to Johannesburg
International flights are excluded, however our team will advise and assist with flights suggestions and timings

Accommodation

The Winchester Hotel
Boschendal Wine Estate
Thornybush Game Lodge at Thornybush Private Game Reserve

The Winchester Hotel

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Boschendal Wine Estate

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Thornybush Game Lodge

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Day 1 - 8: Cape Town

Experience the beauty of Cape Town and discover its historical landmarks, prestigious landmarks and breath-taking scenery

Meet and greet at Cape Town International airport and transfer to the Winchester Hotel.
The Winchester Hotel in Cape Town is located on the vibrant Sea Point promenaded and over time it has become an iconic landmark. The hotel is perfectly positioned overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and is in close proximity to the V&A Waterfront, Table Mounatin and Cape Town’s best beaches.
The Winchester hotel features a grand courtyard surrounded in Bougainville, swimming pool, popular sea-facing terrace and restaurant.
In Cape Town you will have the opportunity to take part in a variety of optional days trips, adventure activities and discover the beautiful coastline of the Cape Peninsula.
Enjoy fine wine and gourmet food, and experience Cape Town’s diverse selection of must visit restaurants and cocktail bars.

Highlights

Boutique Hotel located on the Sea Point Promenade
Breath-taking mountain ranges, Atlantic coastline and white sandy beaches
V&A Waterfront, Robben Island and the Cape Peninsula
Gourmet dinning, world-class restaurants, markets and contemporary cafes
Vibrant nightlife, art and entertainment
Hiking and adventure activities
Penguin colony, shark diving and whale watching

Includes

Airport transfer
Accommodation at the Winchester Hotel
Classic Room (room upgrades available on request)
Breakfast

Daily itinerary

Suggested list of on trend activities & restaurant recommendations for travellers wanting to design their own daily program.
Optional, detailed itineraries with multiple sightseeing excursions, experiences and restaurants recommendations will be provided and booked on request for travellers seeking a pre-arranged program.

Day tours

Cape Peninsula & Penguin tour
Table Mountain Cableway or hike
Robben Island & V&A Waterfront
Cape Town city tour
Shark cage diving
Helicopter ride
Paragliding
Kayaking
E-bike tours

Day 8 - 11: Cape Winelands

Surround yourself in rolling vineyards and majestic mountain ranges as you discover the Cape Winelands

Transfer to Boschendal Wine Estate in the Cape Winelands.
Boschendal Wine Estate is located in Franschhoek. Franschhoek is in the heart of the Cape Winelands, a historic town boasting centuries-old vineyards and Cape Dutch architecture. Developed by the French settlers in the 17th and 18th centuries it is now know as one of the worlds finest wine producing regions.
Guests are accommodated in little farm house cottages spread out around the grounds and amongst the vineyards.
Boschendal offers an exceptional restaurant, deli, picnic baskets, night market, wine-tasting room, two swimming pools and an abundance of activities.
Franschhoek proudly living up to its name as the country’s food and wine capital. A getaway to the Cape Winelands is a retreat of crisp air, extraordinary wine, soul-inspiring scenery, and gourmet sensations.

Highlights

Farmhouse style accommodation
Wineries and wine tasting
Lunches and picnics
Exquisite scenery
Explore historic towns of the Cape Winelands
Restaurants and contemporary cafes
Award winning restaurants

Includes

Transfer to accommodation
Farmhouse style accommodation at Boschendal Wine Estate
Werf Garden Suite
Breakfast
Wine tasting
Guided hike
Garden tour

Daily itinerary

Suggested list of on trend activities & restaurant recommendations for travellers wanting to design their own daily program.
Optional, detailed itineraries with multiple sightseeing excursions, experiences and restaurants recommendations will be provided and booked on request for travellers wanting a pre-arranged program.

Day tours

Franschhoek wine tram
Tuk Tuk tours
Horse riding tours
Wine tours

Day 11 - 15: Kruger National Park

Experience the Big-5 with world class game drives and luxury accommodation

Transfer to Cape Town Airport followed by a 2.5 hour flight to Hoedspruit Airport.
30 minute transfer to Thornybush Game Lodge. Thornybush Game Lodge is a 5-star luxury safari lodge located in the Thornybush Private Game Reserve in the Kruger National Park.
Daily off road game drives are taken in open safari 4×4’s and lead by a team consisting of a ranger and tracker.
From the lodge you will enjoy sweeping views over the riverbed below, visited by elephant, buffalo, and an abundance of wildlife.
Expect delicious cuisine, outdoor dinning experiences under the stars, world class hospitality and excellent service.
The Kruger National Park consists of nearly 2 million hectares of land and is known for having the highest population density of the Big 5 in South Africa as well as an abundance of other magnificent wildlife.

Highlights

Private game reserve in the Kruger National Park
Luxury 5 star safari lodge
World class game drives with guide and tracker
Swimming pool, spa, multiple relaxation areas and lookout locations
Delicious cuisine
Outdoor dinning experiences under the stars
Warm African hospitality and excellent service

Includes

2x daily game drives in open 4×4 vehicle
Daily waking safari
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Soft drinks, teas & coffees
Alcoholic beverages
Game drive snacks and refreshments
Transfers
Kids club and activities

Daily itinerary

Morning game drive
Breakfast
Walking safari
Time at leisure
Lunch
Time at leisure
Afternoon game drive
Dinner

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Meet Our Team

We are a fully certified and established safari based travel company with global recognition and associations which offers protection, trust and ease of booking. Simply, our team is highly experienced in the safari industry and South African Travel. We offer assistance and advice to ensure that we design itineraries that are best suited for our clients worldwide. Our portfolio extends across the naked bushveld in the countries best game reserves to the glistening oceans in Cape Town.