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Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town. Welcome to South Africa. On arrival in Cape Town, you'll collect your hire car and make the 30 minute journey to your comfortable hotel, located close to Long Street and Bree street in the heart of Cape Town's foodie scene. This will be your base for the next three nights. The afternoon is free to relax on the pool deck, looking out to Table Mountain or get to know your surroundings on an optional city walking tour. Alternatively, don retro leather jackets, goggles, bandanas and helmits to whizz along the Cape Peninsula in a 1950's sidecar. This optional activity is sure to kick your trip off in memorable fashion. Overnight at Pepperclub Hotel and Spa.

Day 2: Cape Town. Set dramatically beneath the iconic Table Mountain, Cape Town effortlessly blends modern city life with spectacular scenery and outdoor living. Here you'll experience a vibrant fusion of Dutch, French, English, Xhosa, Malay and Afrikaner cultures and be greated as a friend rather than a traveller. Let your exploration be steered by your own personal interests, from extraordinary art galleries to eye opening museums, from coffee shops to local microbreweries. The optional my Cape Town explore with a local tour offers a fantastic introduction to the area, but for the ultimate overview of the city, take to the skies on the optional Three Bays helicopter tour. Within walking distance of the Waterfront, Oranjezicht market in Granger Bay is well worth a visit in the summer months. This foodie paradise offers lovely local produce, take away stalls and evening music.

Day 3: Cape Town. Today contibue to soak up the lively local scene. Either in the city itself or take a short bus or taxi ride along the sensational coastline where you'll find some of the best beaches in the world. Try Camp's Bay for people watching, Clifton's tiny 1st to 4th numbered beaches or Muizenberg for a surfing vibe. The historic Company Gardens or Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens are also a highlight for many guests. You can dig deeper into the regions culture and history on the optional walk to freedom tour, exploring the local township communities and visiting Nelson Madela's former prison cell on Robben Island. Or head to nearby Constantia to explore South Africa's oldest wine region on an optional scenic cycle ride. You'll visit at least three boutique vineyards and taste award wining wines en route. 

Day 4: Cape Town and Hermanus. In your own time, leave Cape Town and drive for around 2 hours along the Garden Route to Hermanus. Located on the Western Cape's renowned whale coast, Hermanus is a haven for marine life and wildlife experiences including spotting the Marine Big Five - sharks, whales, dolphins, penguins and seals. From june to December, southern right whales come so close to the shore that they can be viewed from land. Overnight at Abalone Guest Lodge. 

Day 5: Hermanus. After breakfast, explore the town on foot, while keeping an eye out for passing whales in the bay. If your lucky you may even cross paths with the Hermanus Whale Crier. But for front row wildlife viewing, hop onboard a 60 foot catamaran for an optional whale watching tour around Walker Bay. This 400 square kilometer sheltered bay offers the warmer, calmer waters that southern right whales need for mating and calving. They generally spend about 6 months here before returning south to their feeding grounds. There's also a good chance of spotting humpbacks and Bryde's whales during the season, as well as other marine life. During the trip, a naturalist expedition guide will share their wide knowledge of whale behaviour with the guests. 

Day 6: Hermanus and Knysna. Today drive 5 hours to Knysna, your base for the next three nights. Set on a sheltered lagoon fed by five rivers and the Indian Ocean, this small town offers a scenic extravaganza. The seemingly never ending shoreline hides secret swimming spots beneath electric green ferns and steep sandstone cliffs. The town itself is perfect for pottering, with art galleries and craft shops galore, plus plenty of cafes and seafood restaurants for refuelling. Your accommodation is another of the town's highlights - an industrial-chic boutique hotel that was lovingly created from the derelict remains of a 1920's power turbine. Overnight at the Turbine Boutique hotel and Spa.  

Day 7: Knysna. Consider starting your day with a scenic coastal walk to the iconic Knysna Heads, where two dramatic sandstone headlands bear the brunt of the Indian Ocean's crashing waves. An optional Knysna oyster cruise is a relaxing way to spend the afternoon. Setting sail from Thesen island, where the historic oyster boats used to launch, you'll explore the second largest estuary in South Africa while sipping a very good sauvignon blanc and tasting the freshest oysters your ever likely to try. You'll even learn how to open them first! 

Day 8: Knysna. Today you could explore Knysna forest, following the trails and boardwalks that wind their way through the impressive giant yellowwood and Cape chestnut trees. This wildlife wonderland is home to rainbow-hued endemic chameleons, red feathered Loeries, baboons, porcupines and rare Brenton blue butterflies. then perhaps hit the beach for your final afternoon in Knysna. Bollard Beach, Brenton-on-sea and Buffalo Bay are all highly recommended. It's also worth driving 30 minutes to Plettenberg Bay - Plett' to the locals - for its sweeping beaches, laidback vibe and eco marine tours.

Day 9: Knysna and Eastern Cape Game Reserve. After breakfast, drive to the Eastern Cape for the start of your safari adventure. You'll spend the next two nights at the Kariega Game Reserve, perfectly positioned overlooking the Bushman's river. You'll head into the 11,500-hectare private reserve accompanied by skilled local rangers on an afternoon game drives. In addition to the Big Five, Kariega is also home to many other species including zebra, hippo, kudu, wildebeest and hyena. There are also plenty of birds to identify with around 350 different species inhabiting the reserve. As well as the impressive wildlife, the landscape is both beautiful and fascinating in equal measures. You'll explore 5 different ecosystems, namely valley, bushveld, savannah grasslands, fynbos, riverine forests and acacia woodland. Overnight at Kariega Game Reserve Main Lodge.

Day 10: Eastern Cape Game Reserve. Enjoy a mornings boat cruise along the Bushman's or Kariega rivers. This tranquil experience is a great way to observe wildlife from an entirely different perspective. Local birdlife is prolific with colourful kingfishers and cormorants often seen perched on the riverbanks and fish eagles gliding over the water. If you enjoy exploring at your own pace, your also welcome to take a canoe for leisurely paddle along the river. Later in the day, once the temperature cools, head into the bush on foot for a guided walking safari. As well as the opportunity for wildlife sightings, you'll identify paw prints, bird calls and learn the intricate technique of animal tracking. you'll return to camp in time for relaxing sundowners and dinners under the stars.

Day 11: Eastern Cape Game reserve and departure. After breakfast, drive to Port Elizabeth, then fly to either Cape town or Johannesburg for your return flight to the UK or onward travel.

     

Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town. On arrival in Cape Town, you'll collect your hire car and make the 40 minute journey - straightforward thanks to the fact that they drive on the left here too - to your accommodation for the next three nights. With the hotel perfectly located at the foot of the iconic table Mountain, you could follow the trail from the gardens into the national park for a post flight leg stretch complete with ocean views and exotic indigenous plants. Or you could take advantage of the hotel shuttle to spend your afternoon exploring the V&A Waterfront with its cafe's and shops, rounding it off with an optional sunset cruise on a vintage sailboat. Overnight at the Twelve Apostles.

Day 2: Cape Town. Cape Towns vibrant mix of cultures, a legacy of its position on what was once a major trade route, has left its mark on everything from its buildings to its culinary scene. Spend your first full day exploring this laidback coastal city however you choose, whether that means diving into microbreweries and foodie markets, checking out the local galleries and museums or learning some recent history on a boat trip to the infamous Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was a prisoner. End the day, perhaps with superb seafood - fine dining style or fresh from the braai -in one of your hotels highly rated restaurants. 

Day 3: Cape Town. After breakfast, al fresco overlooking the sea, you have another day to discover more of Cape Towns natural and manmade delights. With your own set of wheels, you could go insearch of the perfect beach for swimming, surfing or African penguin spotting, explore the rugged scenery of the Cape Peninsula or head to one of the cities oldest and classiest suburbs, Constantia, for your first winery visit. Keen photographers will also find plenty to capture closer to home, from the pastel painted houses of Bo-Kaap on the slopes of Signal Hill to the panoramic vistas from the top of Table Mountain, reached by a five minute cable car ride.

Day 4: Cape Town and Franschhoek. Today you'll leave Cape Town and head inland to Franschhoek, a drive of just over 1 hour. This historic town is the gourmet capital of South Africa and offers centuries old vineyards and fine examples of Cape Dutch architecture. You can get an overview of the landscape from the trails of Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve and of the history at the Huguenot Memorial Museum, but the main act is definately the superb culinary scene. Indulge your senses with multi course tasting menus complete with wine pairings at a highly regarded local restaurant - there's no shortage to choose from - or dine a la carte is you'd prefer. Overnight at Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa.

Day 5: Franschhoek. Make the most of your second day in Franschhoek with some leisurely exploration. The French Protestant refugees who arrived here in the late 17th century brought the secrets of viticulture with them and many of the farms they established are now celebrated wineries that welcome visitors. Whichever you choose to stop at, you'll have an experience to remember, with tastings and cellar tours complemented by all manner of other attractions, from shady gardens to an artistic pig. If your planning to stop at several wine states and would rather not drive, there are alternatives to a taxi, such as a relaxed guided bike tour or a vintage style double decker tram that will take you to several different estates.

Day 6: Franschhoek and Robertson. It's time to take to the road again for a relaxed 90 minute journey to your next destination, Robertson, pausing at manmade lakes and natural beauty spots along the way. This quaint little country town on south Africa's famous wine route, Route 62, may often be overshadowed by more headline grabbing Cape Winelands, but its no less appealling for being a little under the radar. Just before arriving in town, it's well worth visiting the Graham Beck vineyard, home to some of South Africa's best known sparkling wines. Robertson is a place for strolling - along the banks of the Breede River and down streets lined with ornate Victorian houses and purple flowered jacaranda trees - before returning to your hotel for delectable farm to fork cuisine. Overnight at The Robertson Small Hotel.

Day 7: Robertson and Oudtshoorn. After a farm fresh breakfast, set off on the longest drive of your trip so far: 3.5 hours eastward along Route 62 to Oudtshoorn. This charming rural town in the Klein Karoo grew rich on the profits of ostrich farming in the 19th century, and it's still known as "the ostrich capital of the world". You can encounter the giant birds at several local farms that offer tours, or you may prefer to drop in at a boutique olive estate for a tasting with a difference. With more than 300 days sunshine a year, a refreshing dip at a beautiful local waterfall or in the hotel pool is almost certain to be on the cards. Overnight at Rosenhof Country House. 

Day 8: Oudtshoorn. Today, you'll be glad to have your own car to take you into the heart of Oudtshoorn's super scenic surroundings, where extraordinary landscapes are home to some fascinating plant and animal life. If you've begun the day with a sunrise "meet the meerkats" encounter, you could follow that with anything from a memorable road trip into the UNESCO listed Swartberg Mountains to a journey underground into a vast complex of limestone caves formed more than 20 million years ago. For the energetic there are also several nature reserves complete with well signposted hiking trails where you can work off the effects of some of those gourmet meals. 

Day 9: Oudtshoorn and Plettenberg Bay. Swap the semi arid Klein Karoo for the sea as you make your way to Plettenberg Bay this morning. It takes about 2.5 hours by the most direct road, but once you hit the coast you'll find plenty of reasons to stop and linger, from scenic viewpoints to raodside craft shops. Break for lunch in Knysna, where you can feast on superb local oysters overlooking a lagoon framed by mountains, or even enjoy an optional oyster cruise. Another 30 minutes driving brings you to the holiday playground of Plettenberg Bay - Plett to the locals - with its sweeping golden Blue Flag beaches and laidback vibe, your base for the next three nights. Overnight at Laird's Lodge.

Day 10: Plettenberg Bay. Your first full day in Plettenberg Bay is the perfect occasion to explore the areas natural beauties and get a spot of gentle exercise at the same time. You could enjoy a pre-breakfast dip in the Indian Ocean if that's your thing, take to the water in a host of different ways, from whale and dolphin spotting trips to kayaking adventures, or walk the scenic trails of Robberg Nature Reserve, a world heritage site and a national monument in one. After that, you'll no doubt be keen to check out the excellent local food scene, where anywhere from casual beachfront seafood grills and rustic cafe's to fine dining country restaurants are guaranteed to provide a meal to savour. 

Day 11: Plettenberg Bay. There's more to Plettenberg Bay than its beaches, wildlife and landscapes. Plett is also the smallest - and one of the newest - of South Africa's wine of origin regions and discovering some of the 18 wine farms on and around the highway between Harkerville and the Crags is a fabulous way to spend the day. Thanks to the cooler climate, the grapes that thrive here are different from the ones you'll find further west: think Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Semillon. Visit selected farms and estates to taste excellent sparkling wines made using the traditional Champagne method, eat lunch in a vineyard or even have a tour by horse drawn carriage. Alternatively, follow the paths used by migrating elephants on an optional guided tour through the majestic Tsitsikamma forest, a 35 minute drive east of Plett.  

Day 12: Plettenberg Bay and Eastern Cape Game Reserve. Leaving Plettenberg bay behind this morning, you'll make the 3.5 hour drive to Shamwari Private Game Reserve for a three night safari adventure. You should have time for a late brunch and a cool down in the pool overlooking the waterhole before high tea, the prelude of your first late afternoon game drive. Thanks to 25 years of diligent conservation work, Shamwari has a thriving population of everything from big cats to elephants and hippos, not to mention a wealth of spectacular bird life. That means your all but certain to have lots to discuss over dinner, whether that's indoors or under the stars. Overnight at Long Lee Manor. 

Day 13: Eastern Cape Game Reserve. Brace yourself for an early start, made easier by a wake up call and freshly brewed coffee. Your first of two game drives in the company of a skilled local ranger will give you an insight into the morning routines of many of the reserves wild inhabitants and is a perfect way to begin the day. After a hearty breakfast, you'll pay a call to the Born Free Big Cat Sanctuary and education centre, where you'll hear about some of the animals that they've rescued from captivity and which remain in their care and their goals for the future. After lunch, you could laze by the pool or treat yourself to a spa treatment before heading out for your second game drive of the day as the air cools and the sun dips in the sky.  

Day 14: Eastern Cape Game Reserve. You'll have more opportunities to spot everything from lions, leopards and cheetahs to secretary birds on todays early morning and late afternoon forays into the reserves five biomes, as well as learning about habitats, tracking and the history of the area from your expert ranger. In between, you'll drop in at Shamwari's Wildlife Rehabilitation centre, where injured and orphaned animals are cared for until they can be returned to the wild; it's a fascinating insight into the challenges that they face in this modern world. All too soon, it will be time for a final delicious evening meal and a chance to trade not to be forgotten wildlife encounters with your fellow guests. 

Day 15: Eastern Cape Game Reserve and departure. After breakfast, make the 1 hour drive to Port Elizabeth International Airport where you'll return your hire car before flying to either Cape Town or Johannesburg for your return flight to the UK or onward travel.

Day 1: International outbound flight. Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Cape Town.

Day 2: Cape Town. Arriving in Cape Town, you’ll be met by a representative before being privately transferred from the airport to your hotel for check-in. Today is a free day to allow you to explore at your own pace or relax and take some downtime at your hotel before discovering the Mother City. If you’re feeling refreshed after an afternoon siesta, you can head to the waterfront and grab a spot at one of the bars overlooking the harbour — an ideal place to enjoy a sundowner. Stay At Abbey Manor Guest House.

Day 3: Cape Town. Your time today can be spent discovering Cape Town's best highlights. Your Table Mountain tickets can be used at any time of day, allowing you to head to the top of the mountain without letting the weather ruin your chances to take in the unrivalled panoramic views. You can grab a coffee and a bite to eat on Long and Kloof Street for some of the city’s best cafés and restaurants before strolling to the cultural quarter of Bo-Kaap, known for its flamboyant architecture, sobering history and incredible cuisine.

Day 4: Cape Town. This morning, you’ll be whisked off by your private driver and guide for a full day exploring the Cape Point and Peninsula. The tour stops at Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point; here, you can spot eland, rock hyrax, bontebok and hundreds of bird species, including the African oystercatcher. You’ll also be rewarded with spectacular views of the rugged coastline, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans collide. You’ll head onto Simon’s Town, historically a naval base but now known for being home to the nearby growing penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach. In between the stops, you’ll be rewarded as the journey travels along some of the most scenic drives South Africa has to offer.

Day 5: Franschhoek. Today, you’ll set off for the Cape Winelands to the charming French-influenced town of Franschhoek. The scenery in this region is dominated by dramatic mountain landscapes and miles of vineyards, paired with an impressive concentration of award-winning restaurants and wine estates. Decorated in Cape Dutch style buildings, Franschhoek’s boutique shops and restaurants can be easily explored on foot. Stay At La Cabrière Country House.

Day 6: Franschhoek. You’ll step on board Franschhoek’s wine tram to hop between vineyards dotted around the Cape Winelands, allowing you to maximise the opportunity to indulge in wine flights and culinary pairings between family-owned boutique-style estates to sprawling wine farms.

Day 7: The Cederberg Mountains. You’ll embark on a long but rewarding journey heading north through striking landscapes and scenery to the Cederberg Mountains. As the surroundings transition from rolling headlands dotted with vineyards to wide-open sandstone-rigged cliff faces, you’ll know you’ve arrived at Bushmans Kloof Nature Reserve. Here, you can relax and indulge in farm-to-table cuisine and locally grown wine as you settle into your wild and rugged new surroundings. Stay At Bushmans Kloof.

Day 8: The Cederberg Mountains. Today is yours to make the most of the activities offered by Bushmans Kloof and their private nature reserve. Explore by foot or game vehicle with a guide, searching for Cape mountain zebra, hartebeest, ostrich, and even smaller, rarer critters such as bat-eared fox, African wildcat, Cape fox and caracal. In between your discoveries, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn about the 150 varieties of bird species and the diverse indigenous fynbos vegetation of the Cape Floral Region.

Day 9: The Cederberg Mountains. You’ll have a choice from an extensive range of activities, suiting all ranges of interest at Bushmans Kloof. However, we’d suggest ensuring you dedicate at least one of your days to joining a guided tour of the area’s historical rock artwork painted by the San people. You’ll learn about the nomadic tribe that once lived in the Cederberg’s sandstone caves and the stories told within their millennial-old paintings that decorate the cave walls.

Day 10: International return flight. It's your final morning at Bushmans Kloof. You might like to spend it exploring additional parts of the reserve on foot or a nature drive, or you can relax and indulge at the property's Riverside Gazebo Spa. Treatment options are extensive and take place outside with panoramic views overlooking the river. You can also use the heated pool, crystal steam room and health bar. When it's time to leave, you'll head south for Cape Town Airport, where you'll check in for your flight home.

Day 11: International return flight. Arrive home today to complete your journey.

Day 1: International outbound flight. Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: Hazyview. On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, you will be met off the aircraft by one of our ground representatives, who will assist you with clearing immigration, customs and transit procedures. You will then catch your next flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, which takes just under an hour. On arrival in Kruger, you're met at the airport by our representative and assisted with collecting your hire car. It's then a pretty half-hour drive to Hazyview through the wooded hills of Mpumalanga. This afternoon, you will go on your first game drive in the Kruger National Park. Your qualified guide will introduce you to some of the 147 mammal species and 500 bird species within this incredible wildlife area. Stay At Rissington Inn.

Day 3: Hazyview. Spend today exploring the Drakensberg Escarpment, home to some of the most dramatic scenery in South Africa. Driving along the Panorama Route today allows you to take in views of mountains, waterfalls and canyons. You can also learn about the chequered history of the region and visit Pilgrim's Rest, an old gold mining town with Victorian-era buildings still standing. Other activities in the area include hiking, white-water rafting and hot-air balloon rides, as well as visits to Nelspruit Botanical Gardens and Sudwala Caves.

Day 4: Sabi Sands Game Reserve. This morning you drive for around two hours from Hazyview to Sabi Sands Game Reserve, a private reserve on the edge of Kruger National Park. After settling into your luxurious lodge, this afternoon you embark on your first game drive in the park with a knowledgeable guide, who can help track wildlife and tell you more about each species. Stay At Arathusa Safari Lodge.

Day 5: Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Spend most of the day on safari. Your day starts with an early morning game drive when the wildlife is at its most active. You then return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast and have some free time to relax and enjoy your lodge's facilities. After lunch, you head out on your afternoon game drive, trying to see species you've yet to encounter. Enjoy sundowners in the bush before heading back for a delicious meal, sharing tales from your day with fellow guests.

Day 6: Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Enjoy another full day on safari. Between game drives, you could head out on a bush walk with an experienced guide. This gives you a different perspective on the area's wildlife as you learn about the wider ecosystem, follow animal tracks and concentrate on seeing smaller species such as birds, reptiles and insects.

Day 7: International return flight. This morning you depart Sabi Sands Game Reserve for the two-hour drive back to the airport in time for your onward flights.

Day 8: International return flight. Arrive home today to complete your journey.

Day 1: International outbound flight. Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Durban.

Day 2: The Midlands. On arrival in Durban, you're met at the airport by a representative and assisted with collecting your fully insured hire car. You then drive around an hour and a half northwest to your accommodation in the Midlands, enjoying views over the green countryside and rolling hills along the way. Once you arrive, spend the rest of the day relaxing after your journey, enjoying your beautiful surroundings while sipping a cool refreshing drink. Stay At Granny Mouse Country House

Day 3: The Midlands. Spend the day exploring the area. Recent years have seen many local artisans set up craft shops, breweries and food outlets, which are dotted around the region. You can stop to visit them as you wind through the countryside, sampling some of the local cuisine and browsing traditional African handicrafts. You may also wish to visit the nearby Mandela Capture Site. An art installation marks the spot where Nelson Mandela was taken into custody by the apartheid government in 1962. The piece of art consists of 50 steel poles that make up a portrait of Mandela's face and represent the 50 years he spent in prison.

Day 4: The Drakensberg (north). Drive for around two hours up to the Northern Drakensberg today, enjoying some of the best scenery in South Africa as the mountain peaks rise in the distance. Along the way, you may wish to stop at Giant's Castle Game Reserve, set within a UNESCO World Heritage Site area. The surrounding mountains and escarpment resemble a sleeping giant, and there are many hiking trails to explore. There are also some examples of San People rock art, with a museum that tells you more about the lifestyle of these people. Stay At Montusi Mountain Lodge

Day 5: The Drakensberg (north). Strap on your walking boots and follow some of the hiking trails through the Drakensberg Mountains today. Experienced guides can select the best trails for your fitness level and tell you more about the region and its wildlife as you walk, or you can head out on your own. Depending on where you're staying, you may be able to explore the area on horseback with a guide, following gentle trails over flat fields, riding through river valleys or ascending the escarpments, depending on your level of experience.

Day 6: The Battlefields. Your drive to the Battlefields today takes around three hours, passing through more rugged scenery as you travel northeast. After arriving at your accommodation, spend the rest of the day relaxing in your beautiful surroundings, perhaps taking a dip in the pool or heading out on a gentle walk to see what wildlife you can find — various species of antelope can often be seen grazing out on the plains. Stay At Fugitives' Drift Guesthouse

Day 7: The Battlefields. Today you start at Isandlwana and listen to the mesmerising tale of the Zulu victory. This afternoon you will travel to the famous Rorke's Drift, where you will be taken on an inspiring tour of this famous battleground and hear the true story behind the famous film 'Zulu'.

Day 8: Manyoni Private Game Reserve. Drive to the Zululand Rhino Reserve today — the journey takes between three and a half and four and a half hours, depending on where you're staying. Arriving in the early afternoon, settle into your accommodation before heading out on your first game drive with experienced guides. The park is home to endangered black rhino as well as white rhino, elephant, buffalo, blue wildebeest, impala and kudu. The experience includes sundowner drinks and snacks before driving in the dark to spot some of the reserve's nocturnal species. Stay At Leopard Mountain Game Lodge   

Day 9: Manyoni Private Game Reserve. Enjoy a full day on safari today. Your early morning game drive sets off before breakfast, giving you the best chance of spotting the animals at their most active. You then return to your accommodation for a hearty breakfast. The afternoon game drive doesn't set off until the late afternoon, so the middle of the day is free for you to relax, enjoy a leisurely lunch and perhaps head out on a bush walk. This gives you a different perspective of the reserve as your guide points out some of the smaller wildlife species, such as birds and insects, and explains their role in the local ecosystem.

Day 10: Manyoni Private Game Reserve. Spend your last day on safari trying to spot any species you've missed on the previous days. Hyena, suni and leopard are all rare sightings here, but you may get lucky. Your guide will know the best places to go to see the wildlife that interests you the most. This evening, after your afternoon game drive, share stories of your travels with fellow guests over dinner and drinks.

Day 11: International return flight. Today you leave the reserve and drive for around two hours to Richard's Bay Airport, where you drop off your car and board your onward flight.

Day 12: International return flight. Arrive home today to complete your journey.