DAY 1
Travel
DAY 2
Cape Town, South Africa
Set at the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic oceans and backed by the iconic Table Mountain, the bustling city of Cape Town presents an alluring combination of drawcards. Incredible powdery white beaches, highly acclaimed wine routes, and astonishingly beautiful mountain trails surround a cosmopolitan hub. This diverse metropolis is filled with superb shops and restaurants, extraordinary heritage monuments, a multitude of entertainment venues, and a spectacular, chic waterfront harbour. Enjoy Africa’s only Nobu Restaurant, take part in the Nobu Little chefs Masterclass and learn how to make Sushi, followed by dinner at Nobu.
DAY 3
Cape Town, South Africa
Up the mountain you go, the cable car revealing the incredible vistas of the city and ocean the higher you climb. On reaching the top, move away from the crowds, tracking a dassie (local rock rabbit) and breaking for a well-earned hot chocolate and delicious baked-goods. Returning to sea level, hop on your bikes, cycling along the Sea Point Promenade to explore the Atlantic Seaboard, where children lead the exploration with their own interactive maps. Stopping at art installations en-route, listen to the story of Mandela, whilst gazing out towards Robben Island where he spent so many years imprisoned. Staying safe and off road head into Green Point Park for a fun insight into the unique Cape flora and fauna. Once energy levels have been replenished, it’s time to explore the city’s uplifting urban art projects, District Six and interactive sites like the Apartheid Benches which bring to life the history which has shaped the nation. Slowing things down, end the day at the beach and, while parents sip sundowners with their feet in the sand, tired, happy kids burn away the last of their energy.
DAY 4
Cape Town, South Africa
Start by leaving the city behind, stopping at a scenic location, to enjoy a hot chocolate and to listen to a few of the local shark stories. Next, visit the seals at Kalk Bay, exploring this working fishing harbour, perhaps throwing in a fishing line or taking a short stroll through the village. From seals, move on to their cute neighbours, the penguins. Away from the crowds, go in search of rogue penguins, finding them on a local beach. All penguined-out continue on to the Cape Point, and hunt for the Cape 5 (Ostrich, Baboons, Mountain Zebra, Bontebok and Tortoise) and wander along hiking trails which lead through indigenous fynbos, past hidden coves and rocky beaches. Either head up the funicular, or take a gentle hike to the Cape Point Lighthouse, for an incredible panoramic view over the ocean, and back along the seaboard. On the return journey, stop at a local farm village for homemade ice-cream, and either head to the beach or stop at an old fort look-out for magical views.
DAY 5
Cape Town, South Africa
The highlights of Cape Town include the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art; Table Mountain’s jaw-dropping views; Boulders Beach, where penguins might swim right up to you in the warm Indian ocean waters; the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, where you can walk along a treetop canopy among incredible native flora or watch an open-air concert at the base of the mountain; Robben Island, where visitors can see the cell where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years; and many more.
DAY 6
Madikwe Game Reserve
Bordering Botswana in South Africa’s North West Province, Madikwe Game Reserve is the fifth-largest reserve in the country and is home to a great number of animal species. It contains a wild dog reserve, and is inhabited by the world-renowned Big Five, as well as Brown Hyenas, Cheetahs, and Aardwolf. Visitors will also be surrounded by over 300 bird species, including vulture, ostrich, and the large kori bustard. The landscape is characterised by vast grasslands, woodlands, and the rugged Tshwene Tshwene hills – creating enthralling scenes that often attract photographers and artists. Visitors can look forward to sunset drinks overlooking the Madikwe Dam. Madikwe Game Reserve is one of the only reserves in South Africa that is malaria free. Enjoy your first afternoon game drive in the reserve.
DAY 7
Madikwe Game Reserve
Depart at your leisure on your morning game drive. Spend time relaxing on your private deck overlooking the waterhole and enjoy lunch by the pool. After lunch enjoy a session of archery at the main lodge. Then, your afternoon game drive, after which you can enjoy your Boma dinner with star gazing. There are few things more romantic than the African night sky ablaze with sparkling lights hanging in the dark of night like diamonds.
Witness the awe-inspiring constellations and clusters that form part of our solar system through the crisp lens of a GPRS Telescope that enhances what your eyes only hope to capture. A wonderful story unfolds as you learn about the history and evolutionary formulation of these stellar phenomenon’s.
DAY 8
Madikwe Game Reserve
Head on a morning game drive and enjoy a bush breakfast with Marimba Band. Relish in the soulful melodies of the Marimba instruments echoing through the valley as you enjoy a champagne breakfast in a beautiful natural setting. Enjoy learning a new skill during the African beading activity and creating a personal bracelet as a keepsake from your trip. Then tuck into lunch at the Clubhouse and set off on an afternoon game drive.
DAY 9
Madikwe Game Reserve
Depart at your leisure on your morning game drive. Take a nature walk around the lodge and head back to the Clubhouse to have fun spoor casting, before heading off on your final afternoon game drive.
DAY 10
Travel
