Overview
Treat yourself to the best of both… the unique adventure of a Big 5 African Safari coupled with an exclusive beach escape in Vilanculos, Mozambique… Revel in the warmth of gracious hospitality, relax and soak up the tranquillity of the African bush and indulge in pampering treatments, delight in exceptional cuisine and savour spectacular sunsets.
Explore the endless fascination of Africa’s wildlife in open, state-of-the-art game viewing vehicles.
Ensconce yourself in the bliss of Mozambique and luxuriate into the tropical beach holiday of your dreams.
Be lulled by the soft sounds of waves lapping on the azure shoreline of Vilanculos and be pampered around the clock by exceptional staff who cater to your every need.
Explore the waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago World Heritage Site – an ecological paradise teeming with magnificent sea life. Dolphins, whales, rays, turtles and the endangered dugong swim in the crystalclear waters of the archipelago.
Enjoy a fusion of local flavours and international cuisines prepared by skilled chefs.
Whether you prefer to simply soak up some gentle tropical sunshine beside the infinity pool or prefer something a little more energetic and exciting, Saudade will create your perfect tropical moments…
Highlights
- Exciting ‘Big-5’ Encounters & Exceptional Experiences
- Superb Locations – both Bush & Beach!
- Picture Perfect Surroundings
- Luxurious Accommodation
- World-class Facilities & Amenities
- Gracious Hospitality
- Luxury Open Vehicles with Expert Rangers & Guides
- An Array of Exciting Land & Ocean Adventures
- Romantic Private Dining & Beach Picnics
- Mesmerizing Encounters with Captivating Marine Life
Inclusions
- 3 NIGHTS SAFARI – SOUTH AFRICA Choice of Luxury Lodges: Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve Sabi Sand Game Reserve OR Kings Camp Private Game Reserve Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
- 5 NIGHTS – MOZAMBIQUE: White Pearl Resorts Luxury Beach Pool Suite
- AIR TRANSFERS: • O.R. Tambo – Leopard Hills / Kings Camp • Kings Camp / Leopard Hills – KMIA • KMIA – Maputo
- ROAD TRANSFER: • SAUDADE MOZAMBIQUE
Location
Leopard Hills OR Kings Camp / Saudade Mozambique
Comfort Level
Luxury
Day to day itinerary
- Day 1Arrival - Flight Transfer From ORT International Airport to Timbavati Game Reserve OR Sabi Sand Game Reserve
- Day 2Timbavati Game Reserve OR Sabi Sand Game Reserve
- Day 3Timbavati Game Reserve OR Sabi Sand Game Reserve
- Day 4Transfer Flight From Kruger Mpumalanga Airport to Airport
- Day 5Mozambique
- Day 6Mozambique
- Day 7Mozambique
- Day 8Mozambique
- Day 9Departure Flight
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Day 1
Arrival - Flight Transfer From ORT International Airport to Timbavati Game Reserve OR Sabi Sand Game Reserve
The aircraft will depart from Johannesburg's OR Tambo Airport. The flight should take 1-2 hours landing in Madikwe Game Reserve. An open aired land cruiser will pick you up from the airstrip and take you to the lodge.
On arrival at Kings Camp OR Leopard Hills, you will get a brief camp orientation and then checked into your room. There will be time to freshen up and enjoy a light snack before you set off on a sunset safari drive in the Timbavati Reserve / Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Once arrival back at the lodge you can enjoy on a refreshing drink or coffee at the lodge dining area before sitting down to dinner. After dinner you may retreat to your air-conditioned suite after the eventful day.
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Day 2
Timbavati Game Reserve OR Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Each morning will see you get a wakeup call from your guide or camp manager and you have time to prepare for the day before making your way down to the dining area for tea and coffee served with biscuits.
Your morning game drive will depart the lodge. You will have the opportunity to spot the Big 5 animals like Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant and Buffalo, as well as an array of antelope and other wildlife animals on your morning safari drive. On your return to the lodge a hot breakfast awaits. During the day you may relax in the pool, on your viewing deck, enquire about other activities that the lodge might offer. After high tea you set off again through on a sunset/night safari drive.
Arriving back at the lodge you are treated to a South African meal under the stars. This normally includes, chicken, beef and lamb grilled to perfection on an open fire or as a stew with salads, fresh bread rolls, soup of the day and a local desert. It’s been a long day and after dinner enjoy an early night’s rest in your air-conditioned chalet.
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Day 3
Timbavati Game Reserve OR Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Day 3 is typically a carbon copy of Day 2, you will just have ticked off some more species on your quest to spot the Big Five and more.
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Day 4
Transfer Flight From Kruger Mpumalanga Airport to Airport
You will get a wakeup call from your guide or camp manager and you have time to prepare for the day before making your way down to the dining area for tea and coffee served with biscuits.
Your morning game drive will depart the lodge. On your return to the lodge a hot breakfast awaits. You will then check out and taken to the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to connect on your Mozambique Flight.
Your flight which would be about 1-2 hours will then depart Madikwe Game Reserve and head for Maputo Airport where you will be transported to the White Pearl Resort.
On arrival at White Pearl Resort, you will get a brief orientation and then checked into your room. You may enjoy the resort in lesure.
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Day 5
Mozambique
You can enjoy breaksfast at the resort and enjoy the resort at your lesure.
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Day 6
Mozambique
Day 6 is typically a carbon copy of Day 5.
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Day 7
Mozambique
Day 7 is typically a carbon copy of Day 6.
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Day 8
Mozambique
Day 8 is typically a carbon copy of Day 7.
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Day 9
Departure Flight
Today your trip comes to an end.
You will then depart where you wil catch a flight back to Johannesburg ORT International Airport.
