15-Day Cape Town, Kruger Mozambique

On arrival at Cape Town International airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to The Commodore Hotel in the V&A Waterfront. You’ll then have the rest of the day free to settle in at your hotel, have a dip in the pool and venture out for some dinner in Cape Town.

From: Cape Town International Airport
To: The Commodore Hotel

There are many reasons why Cape Town is regularly selected as one of the top tourist destinations in the world for location, sight-seeing and dining.

Located in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, The Commodore Hotel provides sweeping views of Table Mountain, Cape Town Harbour and Robben Island. With all of the services that you require, The Commodore is the perfect hotel, in the perfect city.

The Clipper restaurant at the Commodore Hotel is strongly influenced by a nautical theme. By using the finest and freshest ingredients, they proudly create unique dishes with a global influence that will exceed your expectations.

Address: The Commodore Hotel, Portswood Road, Victoria

You have some free time to relax and enjoy the city at your leisure. Why not visit the V&A Waterfront, jump on the open bus tour, visit the market or visit one of the many beaches in Cape Town?

You may also wish to take a trip over to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. The choice is yours, the eclectic city centre offers a great variety of activities morning, noon and night.

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Address: 0A Portswood Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8051,

Over the course of your time in Cape Town, you’ll have the choice of a number of day tours. When you do them is up to you. Today, it is suggested that you take the ferry over to Robben Island with your guide. Just 12 kilometres offshore from Cape Town, Robben Island is a small island that acted as a place of exile for those deemed as outcasts and trouble makers for over 400 years. During the apartheid, freedom fighters including Nelson Mandela spent over a quarter of a century in this prison.

From: Cape Town
To: Robben Island

Just 12 kilometres offshore from Cape Town, Robben Island is a small island that acted as a place of exile for those deemed as outcasts and trouble makers for over 400 years.

Used for a series of spells between the 17th and 30th centuries as a prison, hospital and military base, the buildings date back to the late 20th century when it acted as a maximum-security prison for political prisoners. During the apartheid, freedom fighters including Nelson Mandela spent over a quarter of a century in this prison, a strategy to crush their morale and a punishment for their beliefs.

Today and since 1997, Robben Island has been a museum which showcases to visitors the South African heritage. In 1999, the island was declared a World Heritage Site.

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Address: Robben Island, 7400, South Africa

From: Robben Island
To: Cape Town

Today, once again, you’ll have a guide and driver at your disposal for the entire day. You can explore the Cape Peninsula and its many attractions, including Cape Point, where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet; Boulders Beach, where you’ll see one of the few remaining colonies of Jackass penguins. You may even want to visit the Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, where you can walk around and have a picnic. There are also many other options available to you.

Today, you’ll have a guide and driver at your disposal for the entire day.

You can explore the Cape Peninsula and its many attractions, including Cape Point, where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet; Boulders Beach, where you’ll see one of the few remaining colonies of Jackass penguins; Table Mountain, either by foot or cable car; Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, where you can walk around and have a picnic.

There are many other options available so if you have something in mind already, this can be arranged for you.

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Address: Cape Peninsula, Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town has no shortage of amazing beaches, but Boulders Beach offers something extra special hidden between the bushes and under the water – a colony of African Penguins in all their waddling glory, right under your nose. In fact, it’s the only place in the world where you can get close to African Penguins.

During the winter periods you can walk along the boardwalk to find the penguins hiding in containers that look similar to a milk churn while they are breeding.

That’s not all the beach has to offer, the rock formations that surround you, dotted across the clear blue waters and ranging greatly in size, are incredibly smooth granite rock, unlike you have seen anywhere before.

Here you have the option to swim, but be warned, it’s not always warm.

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Address: 1 Kleintuin Rd, Simon’s Town, Cape Town, 7995, South Africa

The Cape of Good Hope is a rocky headland along the Cape Peninsula of South Africa. Once you have walked to it’s peak, Cape Point offers stunning views along the jagged coastline

A common misunderstanding that is broadly advertised in tourism in Cape Town is that the Cape of Good Hope is the southern-most tip of Africa. This misconception was based on the misbelief that the Cape was the dividing point between the Atlantic and Indian Ocean. However, the southernmost point of Africa is the not as beautiful Cape Agulhas, which can be found not far from the Cape of Good Hope.

The Cape is considered very important for sailors as a marking point for the Cape route to India or the clipper route to Australia.

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Address: Cape Point Rd, Cape Peninsula, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Today, once again, you’ll have a guide and driver at your disposal for the entire day. It is suggested that you make the journey up to Table Mountain, either by foot or cable car, before you leave. Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain that dominates Cape Town’s landscape. With the choice of either a cable car or hiking to the top, the mountain has become a popular tourist attraction. The mountain has much forestry and picturesque walks surrounding it that form Table Mountain National Park.

Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain that dominates Cape Town’s landscape. With the choice of either a cable car or hiking to the top, the mountain has become a popular tourist attraction.

The mountain has much forestry and picturesque walks surrounding it that form the Table Mountain National Park, for those looking for a walk that is less challenging, this is much more enjoyable and a popular route for locals walking their dogs or going for a run.

The park has much flora and fauna which can still be found while walking around the rock formations that form the top of the mountain along with amazing views that capture every angle of the city and beyond.

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Address: Table Mountain (Nature Reserve), Cape Town, South Africa

This morning, you’ll transfer to Cape Town International for your flight to Hoedspruit. Upon arrival, you will be met by your driver and transferred to Idube Safari Lodge where you’ll spend the next two nights. Located adjacent to Kruger National Park, Sabi Sand Game Reserve offers an experience found nowhere else in the world, with high rates of leopard sightings drawing in visitors. In the evening, you’ll head out on your first safari drive, time permitting.

From: The Commodore Hotel
To: Cape Town International Airport

From: Cape Town International Airport
To: Hoedspruit Airport

Flight is not included. In the price.

+ not included in price: AU$499.3 per person

From: Hoedspruit
To: Sabi Sands Game Reserve

You will be met by your driver and transferred to Idube Safari Lodge in Sabi Sands Game Reserve.

Idube is situated in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, adjoining the Kruger National Park in South Africa. This worldrenowned reserve is known for conservation efforts, particularly in protecting the rhino.

Idube is proud to be part of these good works. Idube Game Reserve traverses approximately 10 000 hectares of the wildlife area and is home to the big 5 animals, as well as a large variety of other animals. A great drawcard for guests is the leopards, which are seen frequently.

The chalets are all decorated individually and also have baths, inside and outside showers, as well as private decks. Wi-fi is available, rooms have hairdryers and safes. These comfortable rooms offer a safe, cool haven between activities.

There are 3 suites, The 2 Makubela suites and the Leadwood suite. All feature spacious rooms and decks leading to private pools. Each room has its own well-stocked mini bar, baths, inside and outside showers, hairdryer, safe and wi-fi.

Address: Idube Game Reserve, Newington Gate Rd, South Africa

During your stay at Idube Game Reserve, you’ll head out twice a day on safari game drives, in the morning and afternoon. Your guides will share their wealth of knowledge and help you to spot the Big 5 and the abundant birdlife in the park. This is where you can really get close to lions, elephants and other big game. In between game drives, you can relax at the lodge, enjoy the facilities and indulge in delicious meals.

Idube Game Reserve guests are welcomed onto open vehicles twice a day, morning and late afternoon.

On safari, guides and trackers share their wealth of knowledge about the animals and birds they see. They pride themselves on being able to identify tracks and to follow them, thus ensuring the best possible viewing for guests. This is where guests really get close to lions, elephants and other big game.

Excitement is added by the presence of wild dogs and cheetahs. Idube has many different types of antelope and a large variety of smaller animals. Crocodiles travel for long distances to find new dams or move to the river, so it is always a surprise where they will be spotted. And, of course, Idube Game Reserve is a bird lover’s paradise.

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Address: R538 Newington Gate Rd, 1242, South Africa

Idube Game Reserve guests are welcomed onto open vehicles twice a day, morning and late afternoon.

On safari, guides and trackers share their wealth of knowledge about the animals and birds they see. They pride themselves on being able to identify tracks and to follow them, thus ensuring the best possible viewing for guests. This is where guests really get close to lions, elephants and other big game.

Excitement is added by the presence of wild dogs and cheetahs. Idube has many different types of antelope and a large variety of smaller animals. Crocodiles travel for long distances to find new dams or move to the river, so it is always a surprise where they will be spotted. And, of course, Idube Game Reserve is a bird lover’s paradise.

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Address: R538 Newington Gate Rd, 1242, South Africa

This morning, after breakfast, you’ll transfer to Lukimbi Safari Lodge within the Kruger National Park. You’ll be staying here for the next three nights enjoying safari drives twice daily as well as safari bush walks with local ranger guides and other game activities. Upon arrival at the lodge, you’ll check-in and have time to relax before your first game drive in Kruger.

Idube Game Reserve guests are welcomed onto open vehicles twice a day, morning and late afternoon.

On safari, guides and trackers share their wealth of knowledge about the animals and birds they see. They pride themselves on being able to identify tracks and to follow them, thus ensuring the best possible viewing for guests. This is where guests really get close to lions, elephants and other big game.

Excitement is added by the presence of wild dogs and cheetahs. Idube has many different types of antelope and a large variety of smaller animals. Crocodiles travel for long distances to find new dams or move to the river, so it is always a surprise where they will be spotted. And, of course, Idube Game Reserve is a bird lover’s paradise.

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Address: R538 Newington Gate Rd, 1242, South Africa

From: Idube Game Reserve
To: Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a stunning luxury safari lodge situated in the easily accessible southern portion of the Kruger National Park, South Africa. Kruger is home to the Big Five and a wide variety of other animals and birds, which roam freely in their natural habitat.

The main Lukimbi Safari Lodge building welcomes you with its sweeping staircase and artistic fireplace with creatively engraved animals. The tasteful lounge overlooks the Lwakahle River where animals often come to drink, and the bar nearby has an award-winning wine list and cellar.

No detail has been omitted in our unusual African boma, a favourite outside fire-lit venue. They also move the tables around in and outside the elegant restaurant and on the stunning deck, so you can enjoy different views on different days.

Address: Lukimbi Safari Lodge, Malelane, South Africa

Since Lukimbi Safari Lodge is bounded by three major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats, from grasslands to wooden areas and lush riverine thickets.

No 4×4 safari is ever the same or predictable. It’s about being at the right place at the right time, with the right people to show you where to look. Safaris go out mornings and afternoons. An incomparable way to get in touch with Africa.

Safaris take place twice daily on our private roads, the first leaving in the early morning and the second in the afternoon. Off-road driving is permitted under strictly controlled circumstances.

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Address: Southern part of the Kruger National Park, Malelane, 1320, South Africa

After breakfast, you can join qualified guides on a bushwalk, which is not more than two hours. This is a great opportunity to see some of the smaller creatures and plants up close, not to mention some of the larger wildlife in their own environment. You’ll return to the lodge and have the rest of the day and afternoon free to relax, enjoy a spa treatment or lounge by the pool. In the late afternoon, before dinner, you’ll head out on an evening safari.

After breakfast, you can join qualified guides on a bushwalk, which is not more than two hours. This is a great opportunity to see some of the smaller creatures and plants up close, not to mention some of the larger wildlife in their own environment.

To go on a Kruger walking safari you must be at least 16 years old. If you are older than 65, you will need a doctor’s certificate stating that you are in good health and fit for these kinds of Kruger National Park hikes. You could walk up to five kilometres each day over uneven terrain.

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Address: Lukimbi Safari Lodge, Malelane, South Africa

Since Lukimbi Safari Lodge is bounded by three major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats, from grasslands to wooden areas and lush riverine thickets.

No 4×4 safari is ever the same or predictable. It’s about being at the right place at the right time, with the right people to show you where to look. Safaris go out mornings and afternoons. An incomparable way to get in touch with Africa. Safaris take place twice daily on our private roads, the first leaving in the early morning and the second in the afternoon. Off-road driving is permitted under strictly controlled circumstances.

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Address: Southern part of the Kruger National Park, Malelane, 1320, South Africa

Today is another day of heading out into the Kruger National Park to see which of the Big 5 and other interestingly wildlife you can spot. Since Lukimbi Safari Lodge is bounded by three major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats, from grasslands to wooden areas and lush riverine thickets. No 4×4 safari is ever the same or predictable. It’s about being at the right place at the right time, with the right people to show you where to look.

Since Lukimbi Safari Lodge is bounded by three major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats, from grasslands to wooden areas and lush riverine thickets.

No 4×4 safari is ever the same or predictable. It’s about being at the right place at the right time, with the right people to show you where to look. Safaris go out mornings and afternoons. An incomparable way to get in touch with Africa.

Safaris take place twice daily on our private roads, the first leaving in the early morning and the second in the afternoon. Off-road driving is permitted under strictly controlled circumstances.

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Address: Southern part of the Kruger National Park, Malelane, 1320, South Africa

Since Lukimbi Safari Lodge is bounded by three major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats, from grasslands to wooden areas and lush riverine thickets.

No 4×4 safari is ever the same or predictable. It’s about being at the right place at the right time, with the right people to show you where to look. Safaris go out mornings and afternoons. An incomparable way to get in touch with Africa.

Safaris take place twice daily on our private roads, the first leaving in the early morning and the second in the afternoon. Off-road driving is permitted under strictly controlled circumstances.

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Address: Southern part of the Kruger National Park, Malelane, 1320, South Africa

Today, after breakfast, you’ll say goodbye to your safari adventure and transfer to Machangulo beach lodge in Mozambique – you will have a road transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga airport and then a road transfer to Mozambique. If the timing doesn’t work for the transfers (the boat transfer is tide dependent), it could work out better to overnight near Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. Upon arrival, you’ll take in the magnificent scenery and settle into your lodge where you’ll spend the next five days.

From: Lukimbi Safari Lodge
To: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport

Transfer from Lukimbi to Kruger Mpumalanga airport.

From: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
To: Machangulo Beach Lodge

Road Transfer from Kruger Mpumalanga airport to
Machangulo via boat transfer from the Marina.

Transfers
• Our scheduled boat transfers will under no circumstances be
delayed, please ensure that guests arrive at least 30 minutes
before the scheduled time. Guests will be accountable for
transfer/hotel charges should they miss the boat.
• All scheduled boat transfers are tide and weather dependent
and are therefore not guaranteed or available at all
times of the day – PLEASE check availability with reservations
PRIOR to booking your flights.
• The complimentary Machangulo Beach Lodge transfer is not
private and may have other passengers. Private
transfers are available on request.
• Please be courteous and observe the instructions of the
skipper. There is no smoking at all on the boat. Alcohol and
intoxicated persons are a danger and are not permitted.
• There is only one scheduled boat departure from the lodge
and one scheduled boat departure from the Maputo
Marina per day, it is important that all guests are on time for
transfers as these transfer times cannot be changed on short
notice. If a guest misses a boat or road transfer, the guest will
be accountable for a private boat charter (which is not always
available) and hotel accommodation should it be required.
• Please note that if a boat needs to be cancelled due to
unforeseen weather circumstances, guests will need to book
alternative accommodation in Maputo and claim these
charges from their travel insurance, lost bed nights at
Machangulo Beach Lodge will not be refunded or substituted
with hotel nights in Maputo, and will need to be claimed from
travel insurance.
• The complimentary Maputo road transfers are limited to 2
transfers per person.
• Nelspruit to Maputo transfers are 4 – 5 hours and will be set
in conjunction with the scheduled boat time for that day.

Machangulo Beach Lodge is surrounded by three amazing nature reserves and two marine reserves. The tip of the Machangulo Peninsula is literally lands end and provides a breathtaking setting.

The lodge is intimate and secluded, yet just a one-hour boat ride from Maputo. Machangulo Beach Lodge has a full range of travel options including road transfers to Maputo, from South Africa.

The nine Ocean View Rooms are the pride and joy of Machangulo Beach Lodge and offer en-suite and private decks with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and Inhaca Island.

Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

Today, you may want to head out on a tour to Inhaca Island or the Santa Maria Village which provides a great opportunity to experience local living by visiting this small village. You can enjoy a scrumptious lunch at the local restaurant, Bemugi’s Place. Nestled just behind the mangroves, the village is tiny and has a really authentic, non-tourist feel. Inhaca Island provides a wide array of activities to choose from.

Santa Maria Village provides a great opportunity to experience local living by visiting this small village. Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at the local restaurant, Bemugi’s Place. Nestled just behind the mangroves, the village is tiny and has a really authentic, non-tourist feel. Inhaca Island provides a wide array of activities to choose from.

This delightful island is home to only one village, aptly names Inhaca Village where some shops and restaurants can be found. The island has more of a tourist feel to it and has many more people than the Machangulo Area.

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Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

Choose your secluded spot on Machangulo beach for a unique picnic experience.

Picnics by boat can be arranged to Inhaca Island and Portuguese Island. You can chat to the activities staff to set up your shaded picnic area wherever you choose.

Activities included. Selected non-motorised activities done from the lodge’s beach (kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, snorkelling and one guided dune walk).

Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

Today, you can get below the water’s surface on a scuba diving trip! (At your own expense). The marine reserves surrounding the Machangulo Peninsula provides some excellent diving. Off the beaten track diving at its best. With ample options for beginner and advanced divers, it is the ideal location for those looking for a unique and unexplored diving experience. For the complete novice, the lodge offers a full selection of diving courses.

The marine reserves surrounding the Machangulo Peninsula provides some excellent diving. Off the beaten track diving at its best. With ample options for beginner and advanced divers, it is the ideal location for those looking for a unique and unexplored diving experience.

For the complete novice, the lodge offers a full selection of diving courses. The main dive boat is a big, 250HP 30-foot diving boat with low gunnels, stairs and ample space. Yearround diving with water temperatures between 20°C (lowest, but seldom) to 30°C (in summer). With a wide range of experiences, from shore dives to boat dives and even reefs that no-one has ever dived before.

Diving is available at the lodge but is not included.

+ optional (not included in price)

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Address: Machangulo, Mozambique

Take a traditional boat cruise on an authentic traditional sailing boat.

This cruise is included in your stay at Machangulo Beach Lodge.

Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

Today, you can experience two of Machangulo’s most popular activities: fishing and snorkelling. Situated amongst some world-class fishing locations and accompanied by world-class fishing guides from the lodge, you will be set to have a fishing trip of a lifetime. Learning new styles and using your favourite techniques, you’ll learn how to catch many magnificent species. If you’re up for it, when you return you can go snorkelling.

Machangulo Beach Lodge is situated in the midst of many world-class fishing locations. The area provides opportunities to target a large number of species in all weather conditions.

Using your favourite techniques or learning to perfect new styles from the lodge’s world-class fishing guides, you’re bound to have the fishing trip of a lifetime!

+ optional (not included in price)

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Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

The most popular activity! The Inhaca Island Marine reserve has two kilometres of pristine snorkelling and the Picnic Snorkel on the island is highly recommended, one of the favourite activities.

During neap tide days (please check tides at the activities centre) there is also great snorkelling right in front of the lodge. The use of the snorkelling gear for this is free.

Activities included. • Inhaca Marine Reserve Snorkel Picnic (one per person, per stay). • Santa Maria Village Tour (one per person, per stay). • Dhow Cruise (one per person, per stay).

Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

This day of your Southern Africa tour is a free day to spend as you wish at Machangulo Beach Lodge. The most popular activity is the snorkelling! The Inhaca Island Marine reserve has two kilometres of pristine snorkelling and the Picnic Snorkel on the island is highly recommended, one of the favourite activities. You can use the snorkelling gear for free from the lodge so you can head out when the tide suits!.

The most popular activity! The Inhaca Island Marine reserve has two kilometres of pristine snorkelling and the Picnic Snorkel on the island is highly recommended, one of the favourite activities.

During neap tide days (please check tides at the activities centre) there is also great snorkelling right in front of the lodge. The use of the snorkelling gear for this is free.

Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

Choose your secluded spot on Machangulo beach for a unique picnic experience.

Picnics by boat can be arranged to Inhaca Island and Portuguese Island. You can chat to the activities staff to set up your shaded picnic area wherever you choose.

Address: Machangulo Beach Lodge, Prov, Mozambique

Today, you’ll say goodbye to the ocean and your beautiful beach lodge as you are transferred to Maputo airport for your departing flight.

From: Machangulo Beach Lodge
To: Maputo International Airport

Transfer to Maputo airport.