Take advantage of this great special to discover South African in style. Starting off in Cape Town, explore, with your private guide, this stunning city and surrounding areas including the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point, Simon's Town and penguins at Boulders Beach. Nestled between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean and famous for its beaches, this is a cosmopolitan city with superb cuisine and world class vineyards only an hour's drive away. You'll fly from here to Nelspruit then take a charter plane to Singita Lebombo. Hidden in the Lebombo Mountains on the eastern side of the Kruger National Park, the reserve boasts some of the best views in southern Africa, be they perched over the magnificent N’wanetsi River Gorge or on the expanses of the basalt plains below. These diverse habitats house an even more fascinating array of wildlife. This is lion country, and the formidable lion prides here are some of the biggest in the world. They provide endless hours of interest as they stalk, hunt, feed, sleep, patrol territories, mate and raise their playful cubs. You'll fly direct from here back to Johannesburg. Ellerman House & Villa is situated in the prestigious suburb of Bantry Bay in Cape Town, with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and a mere 10 minute drive to the V&A Waterfront. The historic house comprises eleven rooms offering the finest city escape. The modern villa is located adjacent to the house and is only available for exclusive bookings of up to 10 guests. Sister camps Lebombo Lodge and Sweni Lodge are situated in an exclusive 15,000 hectare private concession in the remote eastern section of the Kruger National Park. Their location in one of the most famous game reserves in the world, well known for its abundant wildlife and diverse landscapes, combined with award-winning lodge architecture, quality guiding and first-class service make for an unforgettable safari experience.

NOTE: For this special, full payment is required at time of confirmation. Due to capacity constraints, there is a 20% non-refundable booking fee. This booking fee is paid to the lodges directly to secure reservations. This will be paid upon confirmation of your booking.
This price is not available during World Cup or from December 15 - January 15.

Cape Town is the second most populous city in South Africa, famous for its harbour as well as its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom, including such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point. Popular day activities include; Robben Island (Nelson Mandela's prison), Cape Point, Stellenbosch winery tour, diamond buying shops, and great white shark diving.

Upon arrival into South Africa you will be met at the door of the plane and escorted through Customs and Immigration avoiding any queues. You will also receive all of your necessary documents for your trip which contains a detailed personalized itinerary, maps, restaurant suggestions, Top Tips for exploring each city or region and a 24 hour concierge service (for restaurant reservations, spa treatments, child minders, day tours etc).

Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities.

Enjoy a private transfer between the airport and your hotel.

Ellerman House occupies a commanding position above Cape Town’s Bantry Bay from where the royal blue Atlantic Ocean sparkles away to the north and west under sun drenched skies. Today, Ellerman House is world-renowned for exceptional hospitality and cuisine in true Relais & Chateaux style, delivered against the backdrop of a dramatic natural setting and a magnificent collection of fine art and sculpture.

Overnight at Ellerman House.

Today you will be met by your guide for an exploration of Cape Town, known affectionately as the Mother City. Your tour will take in the Houses of Parliament, the Castle (built between 1666 and 1679, this is South Africa’s oldest building), lively Greenmarket Square with its daily market, the Company Gardens and of course Table Mountain which will give you spectacular views over the city and Peninsula (cable car fee is not included as it is weather dependent). On our descent, we stop at the Bo Kaap, home to the Cape Malay community, with its cobbled streets and brightly coloured houses.

Overnight at Ellerman House.

Today you'll embark on a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula. You'll see the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay before crossing over to Hout Bay where you may choose to join an optional boat cruiste to Seal Island. From here you'll drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve via Chapman's Peak (subject to being open). Continue on this spectacular coastal drive where you'll take a funicular to the top of the Peninsula to witness the symbolic meeting of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans as well as a spectacular view over False Bay. You'll enjoy lunch (own account) before continuing to Simonstown to visit the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach. Next you'll meet up with your primate expert for your baboon interaction and a 2 hour walk. This project was created in an effort to create a level of awareness and appreciation for these intelligent creatures. Your specialist guide will join you as you study the distinct family groups giving you an incredible insight into the behaviour of these animals.

Overnight at Ellerman House.

Today a resident Winelands guide will join you for a tailor made wine experience, exploring the best this area has to offer. Your day can include Paarl with its imposing Afrikaans Language Monument and estates such as Seidelberg and Fairview - and of course the Franschhoek Valley, including exceptional estates such as Haute Cabriere Moreson, La Motte and Grande Provence. You will delight in the cheese tastings in the 200 year old barn at La Grange Fromagerie, chocolate tasting at the Franschhoek Chocolate factory and lunch at one of the top estates (own account but wine tastings included). Return to Franshhoek town with some time to relax before heading back to your hotel.

Ellerman House occupies a commanding position above Cape Town’s Bantry Bay from where the royal blue Atlantic Ocean sparkles away to the north and west under sun drenched skies. Today, Ellerman House is world-renowned for exceptional hospitality and cuisine in true Relais & Chateaux style, delivered against the backdrop of a dramatic natural setting and a magnificent collection of fine art and sculpture.

Overnight at Ellerman House.

Kruger National Park was established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld, and is nearly 2 million hectares. It is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals. Man's interaction with the Lowveld environment over many centuries - from bushman rock paintings to majestic archaeological sites like Masorini and Thulamela - is very evident in the Kruger National Park.

Take your flight from Cape Town to Kruger (KMIA) today. The flight duration is approximately 1.5hrs.

Enjoy a private transfer between the airport and your hotel.

Take your flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Singita Lebombo/Sweni today. The flight duration is approximately 2 hrs.

This afternoon you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your afternoon game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge to freshen up for dinner. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost dependent on availability.

Singita Kruger National Park is situated where two rivers meet, in an exclusive game-rich 33 000 acres concession in the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Boasting the highest concentration of wildlife in the entire park, including the ‘Big 5’, the area is also known for its majestic Mountain Pride of lions and unique Euphorbia trees.

Overnight at Singita Lebombo.

Before first light you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your early morning game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge for breakfast. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost depending on availability.

This afternoon you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your afternoon game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge to freshen up for dinner. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost dependent on availability.

Overnight at Singita Lebombo.

Before first light you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your early morning game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge for breakfast. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost depending on availability.

This afternoon you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your afternoon game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge to freshen up for dinner. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost dependent on availability.

Overnight at Singita Lebombo.

Before first light you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your early morning game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge for breakfast. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost depending on availability.

This afternoon you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your afternoon game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge to freshen up for dinner. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost dependent on availability.

Singita Kruger National Park is situated where two rivers meet, in an exclusive game-rich 33 000 acres concession in the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Boasting the highest concentration of wildlife in the entire park, including the ‘Big 5’, the area is also known for its majestic Mountain Pride of lions and unique Euphorbia trees.

Overnight at Singita Lebombo.

Before first light you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your early morning game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge for breakfast. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost depending on availability.

Fly from Singita Lebombo to Johannesburg.  Travel time is approximately 2 hours. 

Depart from Johannesburg international airport - End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart.