Alternative Wildlife Experiences in South Africa

Discover nature's hidden wonders in a specially tailored 5 night walking safari starting from 'base camps' which are luxury tented accommodation. For a totally unique experience, one of the nights you will walk to a  Sleep Out - an elevated wooden platform 4 metres high in the middle of the bush, where the night will be spent sleeping with the noises of the bush surrounding you.

This is a 5 night itinerary including Kruger National Park.

Based on 3 to 4 Star Accommodation:

• 2 Nights at Rhino Plains Camp
• 1 Night at Rhino Walking Safari Sleep Out
• 2 Nights at Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Only 10% of international tourists to South Africa choose to explore Kwa-Zulu Natal, making it a true hidden gem in the heart of the Rainbow Nation. If you're looking for a real retreat into a world of unexplored natural beauty and undisturbed peace, this is the perfect 12 night trip for you.

This is a 12 night itinerary including The Drakensberg, Durban, St Lucia Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal and Pakamisa Game Reserve.

Based on 4 to 5 Star Accommodation:

• 3 Nights at Montusi Mountain Lodge
• 2 Nights at Southern Sun Elangeni
• 3 Nights at Kosi Forest Lodge
• 2 Nights at Ghost Mountain Inn
• 2 Nights at Pakamisa Lodge

South Africa is a huge nation simply screaming to be explored, so it can be tempting to try and pack it all into one trip. However, a rushed itinerary can leave you needing another holiday at the end of your itinerary! This trip does exactly the opposite. Sticking to the Eastern and Western Cape for 12 superb nights, it will give you a real in-depth glimpse of life in the Cape.

This is a 12 night itinerary including Cape Town, The Cape Winelands, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve and The Garden Route.

Based on 4 to 5 Star Accommodation:

• 3 Nights at Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
• 2 Nights at Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyards
• 3 Nights at Tilney Manor
• 4 Nights at Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

The Karoo Desert is a part of South Africa that many people pass through, but very few take the time to explore in depth. It's a region of fascinating local tradition, delicious food, endless views and thousands of gawky ostriches! This 2 week trip will bring you both the best of the Cape and an unforgettable behind-the-scenes glimpse of the under-explored Karoo.

This is a 14 night itinerary including Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant National Park, Samara Private Game Reserve, The Klein Karoo, The Cape Winelands and Cape Town.

Based on 4 to 5 Star Accommodation:

• 2 Nights at Singa Town Lodge
• 2 Nights at Gorah Elephant Camp
• 3 Nights at Samara Karoo Lodge
• 2 Nights at Rosenhof Country House
• 2 Nights at Lanzerac Hotel and Spa
• 3 Nights at Four Rosmead Boutique Guest House

This 10 night trip will whisk you from Kruger to the Cape with a whole host of experiences in between. Meeting elephants, seeing waterfalls and looking down into one of the largest green canyons in the world, and dining at one of Cape Town's finest restaurants are just a snapshot of what you can expect from this holiday.

This is a 10 night itinerary including Hazyview, Kapama Game Reserve and Cape Town.

Based on 4 to 5 Star Accommodation:

• 3 Nights at Casa do Sol Hotel
• 3 Nights at Camp Jabulani
• 4 Nights at One&Only Cape Town