African Safari & Island Romance

7 Nights / 8 Days

Combine sea and safari on a journey from one of South Africa’s best-known game reserves to the golden sands of Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago. Track the Big Five in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve with unfenced borders with the famous Kruger National Park, allowing them to benefit from the high wildlife numbers in this renowned park. After your wildlife adventure, pamper yourself with some rest and relaxation in the tropical climate and sunshine of Benguerra Island. Explore the warm waters and marvel at the marine life of the island’s coral reefs on scuba diving expeditions, enjoy the thrill of deep-sea fishing or simply explore the magical setting and soaring dunes of Benguerra.

Highlights of the itinerary:

Long walks on a sandy beach
Sipping a cocktail while feeling the sand between your toes
Exceptional wildlife sightings

Day 1: Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met by a Menzies Aviation representative and assisted through customs and immigration. You will then be assisted with check-in procedures for your onward flight to Skukuza Airport. On arrival at Skukuza Airport, you will be met by a member of our team and transferred to Kirkman’s Kamp. Adventure awaits during your 3-night stay at Kirkmans Kamp in a suite with ensuite bathroom with bath and shower. Your stay includes accommodation, three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, refreshments on game drives, laundry, scheduled safari activities, a 1-hour nature walk, emergency medical evacuation insurance as well as transfers to and from the airstrip.

Day 2 – 3: Included activities:

Game Drive & Interpretative nature walks

Recommended activities (at additional cost):

Tracking at Kirkman’s Kamp
Photographic Safari
Private Vehicle
Massages

Day 4-7: After a mouth-watering breakfast, you will be driven to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, where you will board a flight to Vilanculos International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met by our team who will direct you onto your helicopter flight to Benguerra Island. Marvel at the beauty of the Bazaruto Archipelago with its scenic wonders.

Put your feet up at Benguerra Island for your 4-night stay in a Casinha with ensuite bathroom and outdoor shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, laundry, emergency medical evacuation insurance, transfers to and from the lodge airstrip. Activities include scuba diving – max 2 dives per day (tide-dependent) – full PADI certification required, horse riding, sea kayaking, sunset dhow cruise, scheduled snorkelling trip, castaway picnic, island expedition & local village tour (subject to availability and weather conditions).

Recommended activities (at additional cost):

Island Drives
Swimming with Horses
Massages

Day 8: After a mouth-watering breakfast, wave a fond farewell as you board a helicopter for your flight back to Vilanculos International Airport, where you will catch a scheduled flight to O.R Tambo International Airport.

OUR RECOMMENDED ACCOMMODATION:

Kirkman’s Kamp

Kirkman’s Kamp, with its spectacular views of the unspoiled wilderness, is regarded as one of the best-loved lodges in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. It is a well known historic camp, originally built in the early 1920s, and celebrates the atmosphere of an early South African Lowveld homestead. Each of the 18 guest cottages has a private veranda and is furnished in the same charming style with ensuite bathrooms.

Benguerra Island

A tropical paradise tucked into a lush indigenous forest and looking out onto a picturesque crescent of sandy beach. Boasting a fresh island feel, the lodge’s welcoming guest areas offer views of the lush tropical garden and the ocean beyond. Set deep in cleverly created patches of shade, comfortable loungers beckon guests to relax around the rim-flow swimming pool while drinking in the ocean views. Closer to the water’s edge, the lodge’s colourful beach bar is the perfect setting to relax or enjoy open-air meals right on the sand.

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