Signature Guided Safaris® Journeys
Luxury South Africa
MEDLEY of the finest regions of South Africa, this classic journey is a favorite for luxury safari enthusiasts. An eclectic experience in art, wine and gastronomy with some of the finest cuisine on luxury safari, our Royal Safari is an unforgettable experience. For families and friends traveling together, we provide an array of beautiful and private villas both on safari and in Cape Town. Our camps work closely with the local Shangaan communities to help sustain these regions and wildlife through real care for the land. Our Shangaan trackers at lodge - the highest rated in Africa - offer our guests a personal welcome in their wilderness home. We look forward to seeing your stunning photographic souvenirs from this journey and cannot wait to share this luxury safari with you.
SIGNATURE GUIDED SAFARIS® JOURNEY Stay in the finest private luxury resorts in South Africa in 3 spectacular locations. At each luxury lodge, enjoy our Signature Guided Safaris® room selections and upgraded views. On safari spot 147 species of mammals including the "Big Five".
Signature Guided Safaris® Journeys
Your Private Safari
Discover the untamed beauty of the African wilderness in unparalleled comfort, style, and seclusion with a stay at three exquisite locations across South Africa, each one a masterpiece of design and hospitality. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Greater Kruger ecosystem, guided by an award-winning safari team both in the heart of the bush and within your luxurious lodge. Here, your every need is met with warmth and care, offering an experience that is truly unmatched.
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"We really relished the Royal Suites on safari as well as the delightful evenings in the Bedouin tent with Persian rugs and lanterns all around. The quality of our game drives and coming back to lodge for amazing meals and service. We were sad to leave for home!”
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Luxury South Africa
Tailormade Journey
Personalize your journey to your desires—whether you wish to focus on the thrill of wildlife, the richness of culture, the pleasures of fine food and wine, or a harmonious blend of South Africa’s finest offerings. As you move from one destination to the next, you will feel the seamless flow of your journey, as if you are part of a family. Every preference is remembered, every detail customized, ensuring that even the smallest touches contribute to the perfect experience. With consistently exceptional hospitality, gourmet dining, and captivating activities, you can relax and relish in the knowledge that every aspect of your adventure is taken care of.
Stay at some of the most award-winning luxury safari lodges in South Africa with all meals and local wine inclusive of your stay. Each suite features a private plunge pool.
THE ROYAL SAFARI
Fly out to the Greater Kruger region. The private 30,000-acre reserve where you will be hosted by our team is rich in big cat predators and other plains game such as elephant, rhino and antelope. In just a couple days one can easily see all of Africa’s big game with our expert master trackers. Our all-suite safari accommodation is highest rated in South Africa with opulent settings and private plunge pools in suite. Enjoy twice daily game drives with professional guides and trackers to see the Big Five and more. For high-thrill adventure add-ons we also offer helicopter rides and hot air ballooning over the Blyde River Canyon and boating, at extra cost.
At Royal Malewane, the seasoned guides and master trackers possess an extraordinary ability to bring you face to face with Africa's most majestic wildlife. Whether it's the elusive big cats, herds of elephants, or the endangered rhino, their expertise ensures an unforgettable encounter with the wonders of the bush.
Guided Safaris® private journeys are fully custom-planned to your choice of travel dates and vacation plan. We include scheduled flights on Africa's most reliable & best-rated carriers to our safari airstrips. Private lodges and exclusive jet charters are also available, quote on request.
South Africa's finest luxury lodges
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Luxury Cape Town
Personalized welcome from the Guided Safaris® on-ground team and a private chauffeured transfer to the vibrant Victoria and Alfred Waterfront to check in at one of the finest boutique hotels on the continent. With our private guide at your disposal, discover the beautiful Cape of Good Hope with scenic excursions to charming seaside villages along vast wildflower routes and go wine tasting at award-winning vineyards tucked into picturesque valleys. A beautiful start or end to any big game safari in South Africa, enjoy a few days to indulge in the Cape culture that defines the spirit, cuisine and art of the Rainbow Nation. Visit Simons Town and Boulders beach to see the lovely penguin colonies along the coast.
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WORLD-CLASS WINERIES
Nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands, this region invites you to explore some of Africa's most captivating and fertile landscapes and finest gastronomy. The enchanting town of Franschhoek, with its distinctly French heritage, is a haven of charm and beauty. Renowned for its devotion to artisanal produce and fine wines, the town's many restaurants and vineyards offer a true celebration of local flavors. As you wander between South African winery estates on a privately guided visit, you’ll uncover the rich winemaking history of both Franschhoek and Stellebosch, where the architecture and scenery of the oldest family-owned farms make the journey as rewarding as the wine itself. Further afield in Hermanus, discover the Bouchard Finlayson vineyards that produce some of the finest Pinot Noir in the world.
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Safari Cuisine
Gourmet cuisine is fully inclusive, per safari custom, on all our luxury journeys. Our lodge chefs are Chaîne des Rôtisseurs qualified - a prestigious International Association of Gastronomy, spanning over 75 countries that unites passionate individuals who share a love for exceptional quality and encouraging the highest standards in the art of the culinary experience. Your stay also includes fine wines from our special bush cellars on safari and offers an extraordinary wine sampling experience. As some of the most influential wine buyers in the South African viticulture industry, our luxury lodges and hotels featured on this itinerary have the best selections of vintages on offer. An experience that works its way wonderfully from your own visit to the cellar door of these special estates while in the winelands. Enjoy private wine tasting tours of Stellenbosch and beyond in the Cape Winelands.
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THE GARDEN ROUTE
Whale capital of the world, Hermanus offers the finest land-based whale watching anywhere. Enjoy the barefoot luxury of your contemporary summer home overlooking panoramas of the Atlantic where Southern Right Whales migrate in season and a private cliff walkway down to the pristine beach leads you on a winding stroll to the charming old town. Marine cruises bring you up close to the Whales, Great White Sharks and Dolphins in season. The annual Hermanus Whale Festival marks the return of the Southern Right whales during their breeding season. Visit South Africa’s finest Pinot Noir growing estates and play golf at the superb greens of Hermanus Golf club designed by South Africa’s foremost golf course architect, Peter Matkovich.
Your Guided Safaris® journey includes
- All meals included on luxury safari
- Privately Guided Safari, start to finish
- Local safari air across South Africa
- Full made-to-order breakfast in Cape
- Complimentary in-room bar + WiFi
- Stay at the most luxurious lodges
Plan your private safari
Luxury South Africa
Your customizable itinerary
| Day 1 | Cape Town | 3 nights |
| Day 4 | Garden Route | 3 nights |
| Day 7 | Luxury Safari | 4 nights |
| Day 11 | Depart | 10 nights |
By Request
per person
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Every detail defines an experience in your private safari.
Our custom safaris are meticulously planned journeys where nothing is left to chance, so you can enjoy unique moments with your loved ones in total luxury and privacy. Having the ultimate say in your preferences from start to finish allows you to explore our exclusive destinations in absolute freedom, whenever you want. No set dates; no groups, ever.
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Derived from age-old know-how, our journeys to Africa are tailored by your imagination. The dream becomes the enchantment of a moment, the joy of a journey, a companion for life.
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