Cape Town, Sabi Sands & Victoria Falls — Beyond the Savanna

Cape Town

On arrival to Cape Town, you will be welcomed at the door of your aircraft by a local representative holding a sign with your name on it. Alongside your assistant, you will be directed through immigration, baggage collection and customs. Enjoy a private luxury transfer between your hotel and Cape Town airport.

Accommodation: Ellerman House (B) (Ellerman House Ocean View Suite), Cape Town

Cape Town

Boasting one of the most enviable settings, Cape Town invites you on an exciting day of exploration, getting you close to its most iconic natural sites and its complex history in style. First off, explore the iconic Table Mountain the easy way as you take the cable car up Table Mountain for incredible panoramas enjoyed along with freshly brewed coffee and home-baked treats after a short hike away from the crowds. Next, descend and wander through the inner city, soaking up the vibe through a combination of historic tales, witnessing modern culture and meeting the people. Focusing on delicious food, design, arts and crafts, uncover a selection of historical sites, such as Company’s Garden, Green Market Square and St George’s Cathedral. Your private insider guide will touch on the fascinating and controversial politics that have shaped the city. Then it’s on to the Bo-Kaap, with its brightly colored 17th century houses and cobble stone streets. Continue as you visit local projects positively impacting the talented local artists and crafters. Explore Bree Street, a hotspot for artisans, fashion, jewelry and interior design, browsing the ubiquitous boutique galleries. End the day with early evening sundowners crafted specifically to your personal preference, be it sampling the best Capetonian gins at a secret bar, visiting a cool city haunt, or perhaps a secluded beach cove only known to local insiders. Extraordinary attention to detail defines the dining experience at Ellerman House. Integral to its philosophy of sharing the best of South Africa is Ellerman’s cuisine, which showcases the country’s rich local food heritage with international flair. Every plate is bursting with flavor, beauty and creativity. Talented Executive Chef Rudolph Blaauw is guided by Culinary Director Peter Tempelhoff, a celebrated member of Relais & Châteaux’s World Culinary Council and a chef with over 20 years of experience in Michelin-starred Relais & Châteaux restaurants across the culinary capitals of the world.

Accommodation: Ellerman House (B) (Ellerman House Ocean View Suite), Cape Town

Cape Town

Spend an extraordinary day exploring the rugged beauty of the Cape Point Peninsula in ultimate luxury, accompanied by an insider guide. Your day of scenic adventure begins with a full Peninsula scenic flight, which you’ll have a bird’s eye view of the Atlantic seaboard beaches, the Table Mountain National Park and the Cape of Good Hope. Enjoy a surprise landing in a secret spot where you can view the splendor of the Peninsula’s unspoilt and dramatic Atlantic coast from up high while surround by the natural fynbos vegetation. Landing at Miller’s Point, bid your pilot farewell and meet your guide invites you on a day of Peninsula exploration including a visit to the eclectic bohemian village of Kalk Bay and its’ working harbor, a conservation walk near Boulders in search of rouge penguins before winding your way back to Cape Town via all 144 curves of Chapman’s Peak Drive. Today’s experience will also include a stop for a fine dining lunch, where you will enjoy a refined meal accompanied by exceptional wine at a personally selected local venue, giving you a taste of Cape Town’s relaxed and vibrant culinary scene. During your stay at Ellerman House you may wish to join the property’s hospitable team for a complimentary wine tasting experience featuring the best of South African wines from Ellerman’s carefully selected collection. Wines from the cellar are only made available on the hotel’s wine list once they have been optimally aged and are deemed ready for enjoyment at peak maturity. The depth of the property’s wine list allows guests to try verticals of vintages whereby the same wine can be sampled over various releases.

Accommodation: Ellerman House (B) (Ellerman House Ocean View Suite), Cape Town

Cape Town

An exclusive experience awaits as you and your private guide embark on a journey through some of South Africa’s most unique and sought-after wine estates. A qualified Cape Wine Master, your guide has a wealth of knowledge about local wine, and the connections that he has made throughout the years allow you to have a truly personalized tour of the Winelands. While today’s stops can be fully tailored to your specific interests, we suggest that you begin with a tasting at the Reyneke estate which specializes in organic wines produced with a nod to the ancient wisdom that defined the art of winemaking of the past. You may also wish to head to the Muratie estate, where rich history of the many generations that have lived and worked here exudes from each nook and cranny. Yet another local gem is the La Bri estate in the Franschhoek Valley, where superb wines are produced thanks to meticulous vineyard management practices combined with an artisanal winemaking philosophy. Some of our other favorites in the area include the out-of-the-box Black Elephant Vintners and the boutique L’Avenir specializing in the emblematic Pinotage and Chenin Blanc. In the end, your knowledgeable local guide will craft today’s itinerary based on your preferences ensuring that the estates you visit perfectly match with your personal interests.

Accommodation: Ellerman House (B) (Ellerman House Ocean View Suite), Cape Town

Cape Town, Sabi Sands

Take pleasure in a private luxury transfer between your hotel and Cape Town airport. Board a private charter for a transfer from Cape Town to Sabi Sands. Please note that today's journey includes a fuel stop in Bloemfontein. Londolozi prides itself on generational local knowledge through an outstanding team of trackers and guides who have been working with wildlife and on the land for decades. Intangible safari wisdom makes all the difference, allowing your Londolozi guide to place you in the best possible experience during your stay. Here, you’ll be able to witness scenes of the African bushveld that you wouldn’t see anywhere else. This is truly Londolozi’s unique knowledge in motion. Londolozi’s unique position in the heart of the private Sabi Sands Game Reserve adjacent to the 6-million-acre Kruger National Park, means that you arrive at the ultimate luxury Kruger Safari location, as the Sabi Sands Game Reserve is considered to be one of the best Game Reserves in South Africa. A private vehicle has been booked for you to ensure an exclusive safari experience.

Accommodation: Londolozi Private Granite Suites (AI) (Suites), Cape Town

Sabi Sands

A private vehicle has been booked for you to ensure an exclusive safari experience. Before first light, gear up and head out to further explore Sabi Sands. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active; in particular, herds of elephants roam the expanses of the Sabi in the morning hours as the glow of dawn radiates. Although the largest living mammal is well-known to most, there is nothing quite like seeing a herd of up to a hundred elephants freely wandering through the open plains; it is sight few people will get to enjoy and that none will forget. After a few hours out in the reserve you will be returned to your lodge to enjoy a satisfying and well-earned breakfast. Superb African cuisine is an essential part of the Londolozi experience as well as a vital component of its philosophy. Fresh ingredients, sourced locally and served uncontrived, underpin the Londolozi food ethos of ‘Simply Sophisticated’. The Chef team of local Shangaan sous-chefs, bakers and bush banqueters produce a remarkable variety of meals with the dedication, passion and flair that epitomizes Londolozi hospitality. The lowveld region of South Africa is renowned for some of the country’s best fruit and vegetables, which are further supplemented by the lodge’s very own Londolozi Village Gardens. Within the Londolozi family, there are over 30 independent gardeners who provide – fresh from the ground – rocket (arugula), spinach, mint, basil, lettuce and parsley. The meat dishes are sourced from South Africa’s leading beef suppliers whilst the seafood selection is sustainably sourced. In line with the light-footprint approach – where practical – imported food is avoided.

Accommodation: Londolozi Private Granite Suites (AI) (Suites), Sabi Sands

Sabi Sands

A private vehicle has been booked for you to ensure an exclusive safari experience. Before first light, embark on an early morning game drive with a tracker, ranger and fellow guests of the lodge. Sabi Sands is known as one of the best places on earth to spot the elusive leopard. Most commonly found in the morning and evening, lucky guests will find these beautiful cats lounging on tree limbs where they can be observed in safety. You will be out in the private reserve for a few hours before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Spectacular, untamed and coveted by outdoor enthusiasts, Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve is revered for good reason; it is one of the best locations in the world to spot game, including the Big 5. On the Sabi, massive elephants roam as families, black and white Rhinoceros graze the grasslands, Cape buffalo cautiously track along riverbeds, leopard’s prowl, and lions roar. Discover this unbound land for yourself as you head out on your first afternoon game drive alongside your ranger, tracker and other guests of the lodge. Explore this incredible land for a few hours with a camera in hand, gaining insights into the region as the sun sets. Before long you will find yourself back at the lodge, just in time to prepare for an outstanding safari dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Londolozi Private Granite Suites (AI) (Suites), Sabi Sands

Sabi Sands

Today, enjoy an exhilarating helicopter flight as you swoop over winding rivers, lush valleys, sheer cliffs, deep gorges and cascading waterfalls before soaring along the escarpment to see the magnificent views and fascinating rock formations of the Blyde River Canyon. To relish in this unforgettable experience further, you will land at a spectacular picnic spot atop a mountain for a delicious picnic lunch. The tour concludes as you are flown back to your Sabi Sands safari lodge. A private vehicle has been booked for you to ensure an exclusive safari experience. With the afternoon in full-swing, it is time to head out on an open 4x4 vehicle for another afternoon of game viewing. With the sweltering sun on the decline, nocturnal animals begin their nightly routines. Along well-marked roads or entirely off the beaten path, your tracker will bring you into the heart of the Sabi in search of both predator and prey. On the trail of the king of jungle, perhaps you will be fortunate enough to witness a pride on the hunt. Sit back and relax, always with a hand ready to snap photos of your favorite animals, as you explore the land for a few hours before returning to camp to freshen up ahead of another incredible dinner.

Accommodation: Londolozi Private Granite Suites (AI) (Suites), Sabi Sands

Sabi Sands, Victoria Falls

Board a private charter for a transfer from Sabi Sands to Victoria Falls. Please note that today's journey includes stop at Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. Transfer between the Victoria Falls Airport and your lodge with a private driver and vehicle. A fresh and contemporary interpretation of the classic safari lodge – the Island Treehouse Suites combine an almost tropical island feel with an immersive bush getaway. Personal butler services, incredible bird and wildlife viewing, fine dining and a significant variety of recreation opportunities (both on and off site) assure a truly unforgettable experience. Sheltered within the cool green recesses of the private Kandahar Island’s leafy canopy, the Treehouse Suites are perfectly positioned to maximize spectacular views of the mighty Zambezi and surrounds.

Accommodation: Victoria Falls Island Lodge (AI) (Starbed Treehouse Suite), Sabi Sands

Victoria Falls

The Victoria Falls – now in its remarkable 150 millionth year - reaches its zenith in about May each year. However, it’s a truly awe-inspiring experience year-round – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is nature’s supreme masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality, and nothing prepares you for your first sight. Today, experience the magnificence of this natural wonder on a private guided tour. Your guide will lead you through the lush rainforest cloaking the edge of the Falls, all the while providing you with fascinating facts about the surrounding flora and fauna and detailing the history of this corner of Southern Africa. Following your exploration of the Falls, transfer to the nearby Lookout Cafe for a delicious lunch in the most spectacular setting atop a deep gorge above the Zambezi - a perfect way to wrap up your morning adventure!. Having the iconic Zambezi River at their doorstep, lodges around Victoria Falls offer unique water-based experiences ranging from safaris to sundowner boat excursions. Today, embark on a river cruise and meander down the mighty Zambezi. Feel immediately charmed by the gentle ebb of the current and the serene African scenery that surrounds you. From the comfort of your vessel you may be able to spot a plethora of local wildlife, including elephants, crocodiles, hippos, and countless birds. If your trip takes place in the evening, you might just be treated to one of the most poetic sunsets of your life as the skies take on a fiery glow and light up the tree line along the riverbank.

Accommodation: Victoria Falls Island Lodge (AI) (Starbed Treehouse Suite)

Victoria Falls

Take the day to unwind and recharge, taking advantage of your superb accommodation in the heart of Zimbabwean wilderness. Take things at your own pace, simply relaxing on your deck and soaking in the views of the rolling Zambezi River, or perhaps enjoy a range of inclusive activities that promise unforgettable experiences. Embark on an exhilarating Victoria Falls Safari, unwind on a luxurious Zambezi River Cruise, or delight in magical regional Bird Watching for enthusiasts.

Accommodation: Victoria Falls Island Lodge (AI) (Starbed Treehouse Suite)

Victoria Falls, Johannesburg

Transfer between the Victoria Falls Airport and your lodge with a private driver and vehicle. Board a private charter for a transfer from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg.

Accommodation: Victoria Falls Island Lodge (AI) (Starbed Treehouse Suite)