Exotic African Luxury: 5-Star Safari and Beach Combo
Are you ready for a getaway unlike any other? Enjoy a luxury Big 5 safari in South Africa, then unwind at a stunning resort in Mozambique where you can watch turtles nesting and swim with dolphins!
We designed this Exotic African Luxury: 5-Star Safari and Beach Combo for a lovely couple from North Carolina, who wanted a safari, but also wanted to add a cool local cultural/artistic experience. It was their first time on safari, and they wanted to visit the famous Kruger National Park. We sent them to a luxury safari lodge in Sabi Sands, a private game reserve that shares an unfenced border with Kruger and houses all the Big 5 of Africa. They also decided to visit Mozambique for a relaxing beach getaway.
They started their Exotic African Luxury: 5-Star Safari and Beach Combo with a safari at Leopard Hills. This luxurious safari lodge is perfect for first-time visitors. The game viewing is exceptional, and they were able to see elephants, lions, leopards, and much more on their game drives! They also loved sitting on the lodge’s deck and looking out over the waterhole below to watch the wildlife coming to drink. Their luxury suite at Leopard Hills was an oasis between game drives. The glass-fronted room gave them amazing views over the plains without leaving the comfort of their room, and they had their own plunge pool with a view, perfect for cooling off in the afternoon heat.
From there, on their Exotic African Luxury: 5-Star Safari and Beach Combo, we sent them to Johannesburg for two nights. The couple participated in the Caraci Experience, where they selected their own vibrant local fabric and worked closely with them to create a custom-made clothing item. This hands-on, personalized experience seamlessly blends fashion, culture, and craftsmanship to create a truly unique souvenir.
Next for their Exotic African Luxury: 5-Star Safari and Beach Combo, they journeyed to Mozambique and the incredible &Beyond Benguerra Island Lodge. They had a spacious cabana leading right out to the beach, so they could go for a swim or snorkel whenever they pleased. They stayed 4 nights, leaving plenty of time to relax enjoying ocean views and world-class cuisine. They also had some ocean adventures, swimming with horses and sunset dhow cruise.
At last, their amazing Africa vacation came to an end. They went out in style with a helicopter transfer to the airport, taking in the beautiful azure waters below. They returned home feeling completely rejuvenated and already planning their next adventure!
Accommodation
- 4 Nights Leopard Hills
- 2 Nights Athol Place Hotel
- 4 Nights &Beyond Benguerra Island
Transportation
- Return Shuttle Flight to Sabi Sands
- Land transfers
- Return helicopter transfers to Benguerra
Touring
- Private Caraci Experience
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to South Africa! You will be met at the door of your aircraft with your name on a paging board and assisted through immigration, baggage collection, and customs. You will then be shown to your onward flight to the Sabi Sands region of Greater Kruger National Park. Sabi Sands is one of the most famous game reserves in South Africa and the world, with an astonishing array of wildlife—don’t be surprised if you see all of the Big 5 in one day!
Your home for the next 3 nights is the luxurious Leopard Hills. Perched on an elevated rocky outcrop, Leopard Hills offers magnificent views over the bush and an active waterhole on the plains below. This intimate lodge consists of just 8 thatched suites offering spacious luxury and stunning vistas from glass-fronted rooms. Relax on your private sun deck with a plunge pool and hammock. Enjoy delicious meals on the lodge’s shaded deck, paired with perfect combinations from the wine cellar. Socialize in the elegant lounge, browse through the curio shop, and perhaps settle down in the treatment sala for the ultimate in relaxation.
Leopard Hills
Days 2 – 4
Enjoy 2 full days of wildlife viewing on your South Africa safari! Each day brings something different, as you explore the bush in an open game viewing vehicle. Whether it is a leopard on the hunt, lions roaring at twilight, hippos wallowing in the river, or a crocodile basking on a sandy bank, each viewing will enthrall. You can also enjoy guided bush walks, helicopter excursions to see dramatic canyons and waterfalls, elephant interactions, Shangaan cultural tours, or golf at the exclusive Leopard Creek, where elegant giraffes stroll across the fairways.
Leopard Hills
Day 5
Your safari adventure comes to an end today as you journey to Johannesburg for a short 2 night stop. You will stay at AtholPlace Hotel, which offers a stylish and comfortable retreat in the city’s vibrant suburb of Sandton, with modern amenities and easy access to shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
Athol Place Hotel
Day 6
Today, you will immerse yourself in local culture. The Caraci Experience in Johannesburg will give you a unique opportunity to participate in South Africa’s rich textile and fashion culture. You will begin by selecting from a stunning array of vibrant, locally sourced fabrics, each with its own story and heritage. Working closely with Sebo, an expert tailor, you’ll design and create a custom-made clothing item that reflects your personal style and creativity. This hands-on, personalized experience goes beyond a typical shopping trip, blending fashion, culture, and craftsmanship to produce a one-of-a-kind souvenir that captures the spirit of Johannesburg and the artistry of its local makers.
Athol Place Hotel
Day 7
Your vacation continues to the beautiful beaches of Mozambique, with 1 short flight and helicopter flight. Settle in for 4 nights of barefoot luxury at &Beyond Benguerra Island Lodge, a beachfront retreat with spacious suites that open directly onto pristine sands and turquoise waters. You can relax on elegant terraces, savor world-class cuisine, and enjoy a range of ocean adventures, from snorkeling vibrant coral reefs to swimming with dolphins.
&Beyond Benguerra Island
Days 8-10
Spend the next 3 days in total luxury and privacy. Indulge in delicious gourmet meals on your private deck overlooking the beach, receive rejuvenating spa treatments in the comfort of your suite, and lounge on the beautiful white sands of the Mozambique coastline. Adventure is in easy reach, as well. Enjoy horseback riding on the beach, even get in the ocean with them! Go surfing and kayaking, swim with dolphins, snorkel or dive in the spectacular reef, look for humpback whales, or watch sea turtles nesting on the beach when in season.
&Beyond Benguerra Island
Day 11
Your luxury Africa adventure comes to an end today, but you’re in for one final treat: a helicopter ride over undulating dunes and sparkling blue ocean to the airport. Here, you’ll catch your connecting flight and begin your journey home.
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