TAILOR MADE HONEYMOONS
South Africa and its sorrounding countries are hard to beat if your looking for a memorable wedding and honeymoon destination. Envisage private picnics on white, sandy beaches as the sun sets in exquisite splendor beyond the horizon on the sea. or a romantic private safari just for the two of you as you track Africa's big game in pristine bushveld, or travelling in utmost luxury and style on one of South Africa's elite trains as it winds its way through ever-changing dramatic scenery. With such vast variety of choice, a honeymoon in Africa is a unique experience. See below for a sample of a tailored honeymoon itinerary.
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CITY, SAFARI AND SEA HONEYMOON
Highlights:
- Time to yourselves on a self-drive, relaxing visit around the beautiful city of Cape Town and exploring the Cape Winelands
- Sensational Safari experience
- Idyllic beach escape
Day 1
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport. A representative from African Pathfinder will meet you in the Arrival.s Hall and personally escort you to your first destination. Spend 3 nights at the gorgeous Les Cascades De Bantry Bay, breakfast included daily.
LES CASCADES DE BANTRY BAY
Owned and managed by a wonderful couple and their friendly, efficient staff, Les Cascades is one of our most favourite boutique guesthouses in Cape Town. Situated on the slopes of Table Mountain, Les Cascades has exquisite views across the Atlantic Ocean, a perfectly romantic setting to sip champagne as the sun sets in magnificent splendour!
Day 1 - 3
Spend the days exploring the beautiful Cape Peninsula, driving from Cape Town, through Camps Bay, Hout Bay, over Chapman's Peak Drive, to Cape Point. Enjoy this dramatic scenery before making your way back along the False Bay coast. Take a cable car trip up Table Mountain - especially beautiful at sunset. Visit the penguins at Boulder's Beach, take a tour to Robben Island or simply relax on white sandy beaches and soak up the hot African sun!
Day 4
After another delicious breakfast, check out of Les Cascades. Make your way to the beautiful winelands region of Franschhoek, a mere 50 minutes drive. Here you spend 2 nights at the lovely Klein Genot Guesthouse.
KLEIN GENOT
Klein Genot is a hidden gem in the heart of the Franschhoek valley. Situated on a working fruit and wine estate, the guest house is private and intimate with only 6 suites, thus making this a wonderful honeymoon destination. Picture tranquil surroundings, swans gliding on the farm dam, a river winding through the farm, sumptuous cuisine made from homegrown ingredients as well as pampering treatments at the on-site Spa. A retreat from heaven and yet within easy distance to explore the winelands region.
Day 4 & 5
Visit some of South Africa's best wine estates located in the area and sample their fine wines. Picnic under tall shady trees, hire bicycles and cycle through the vineyards or even go on a horse-riding wine tour. Get up early and experience the magic of a hot-air balloon trip over the gold and green farmlands below. There is so much to do and savour in the area, or simply retreat to the luxurious guesthouse or dine by candlelight at some of the best restaurants in the country.
Day 6
Leaving the winelands today you make your way to Cape Town International Airport. Check in for your flight to the Kruger Airport and from here you will be transferred by private host to the exquisite Leopard Hills lodge in the Sabi Sands. Spend the next 3 nights on safari including all meals, local beverages and game drives!
LEOPARD HILLS
Leopard Hills is a wonderful privately owned safari lodge perched on a hill overlooking a watering hole . an ideal location to view the wilderness. With only 8 private glass fronted suites, each with private pool and sun deck, Leopard Hills is a great safari lodge for honeymooners. Not only stylish and exclusive, but also offering exceptional service and fabulous game viewing, Leopard Hills is perfect. The staff are extremely friendly and welcoming and will ensure you have a fabulous safari experience, from the game viewing, luxury accommodation and delicious gourmet cuisine.
Day 6 - 8
Let the spirit of Africa creep into your heart as you discover the mystery of the African bush. Your personal game rangers will guide you on private drives as you explore the wilderness of the Sabi Sands - home to the Big Five and vast array of other wildlife.
Day 9
Say farewell to your new friends at Leopard Hills as you depart by private transfer to the airport. Here you board your flight to the Mozambique coast and from there board a charter boat to the unspoilt Benguerra Island. Spend your next 4 days soaking up the hot African sun at the idyllic Azura Beach Villas, including all meals, butler service, selected activities and honeymoon treats.
AZURA
Azura is possibly one of the most exquisite destinations on the Mozambican coastline! Imagine stretches of deserted white sandy beaches, turquoise sea home to an abundance of colourful sea life, hot sunny days and big starry night-skies and you have found Benguerra Island. Azura is a new, luxurious eco boutique lodge elegantly situated on this picturesque island. Exclusive villas, with private pools and direct access to the beach invite you to truly escape, unwind and let your every whim be catered for.
Day 9 - 12
Do as much or as little as you wish! Fill your days with the many water activities available including fabulous Scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, salt water fly fishing and more. Or just laze back, enjoy each other's company as you soak up the warm sunrays and cool off in the sea or private plunge pool.
Day 13
Take a romantic stroll along the beach, a last swim in the sea or enjoy a leisurely breakfast before packing up and saying farewell. You will be transferred by boat to the mainland and onwards to the airport. Board your flight to Johannesburg and from there connect with your international flight home.
PRICE: From R42, 000 per person sharing
The price shown above is based on the sample itinerary, accommodation on a B&B basis (or more where stated), flights, transfers and activities specific to this trip (excl international flights to and from South Africa). Where prices fluctuate throughout the year, the price is based on low season rates and where various room types are available on the most affordable option. We would be delighted to put together a current and 100% accurate quotation based on your specific travel requirements, so please contact us to assist you with your specific tailored honeymoon itinerary.
TAILORED TO SUIT YOU!
Our speciality lies in tailoring each holiday itinerary to suit specifically you, so you can enjoy the holiday exactly how you want it, exactly when you want it, and for exactly as long as you want it. We have exceptional first-hand knowledge of these and many other wonderful destinations to suggest for you and we are on hand to help you design a very special trip.
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