South Africa’s magnificent wildlife on this once-in-a-lifetime, full-board holiday

from 

£1,499

per person
 
Duration: 10 Days
Destination: Africa/Middle East/Egypt
Tour Provider: Newmarket Holidays
Deal Code: DT17JH4L

 

 

Description

Travel Highlights

WONDROUS WILDLIFE

Savour South Africa’s magnificent wildlife on this once-in-a-lifetime, full-board holiday, based in the locally-rated five-star Sebatana Lodge, with its own sweeping private game reserve.

On this unique Small-Group Tour, you’ll get the chance to really settle into your breathtaking surroundings as you spend a week at South Africa’s distinguished Sebatana Rhino Lodge.

Set amongst the malaria-free UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere, the Sebatana Private Reserve covers almost 100,000 acres and is home to over 75 mammals, 300 species of bird and hundreds of different flowers and trees – the perfect place to connect with South Africa’s wildlife!  

Tour Highlights 

  • The opportunity to spot the fabled Big Five
  • Four game drives in the Sebatana Private Reserve
  • One game drive in the Welgevonden Reserve
  • Fascinating guided bush walk
  • Traditional African champagne brunch
  • Sundowner at Sunset Rock
  • Wildlife talk
  • Wine-tasting and welcome drink
  • Johannesburg and Soweto tour, including a visit to the Apartheid Museum
  • Optional game drives at Welgevonden Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park
  • Optional night safari and tribal evening cultural experience
  • All-inclusive upgrade available

WHAT DOES THIS PRICE INCLUDE?

  • Seven nights’ carefully chosen full-board accommodation at the five-star Sebatana Lodge, Lephalale, plus two nights on the aircraft
  • Return flights to Johannesburg
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

Accommdoation :

SEBATANA RHINO LODGE, LEPHALALE

Set in a sweeping private game reserve, and with just 12 bungalows, the five-star Sebatana Rhino Lodge offers a completely unique – and intimate – South African experience. Each detached bungalow features a balcony, air conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe and a mini-bar. Facilities include Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar (with daily happy hour), outdoor pools, Jacuzzi and a traditional African boma.

 More Information

Hotel transfers time : The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 2.5 hours.

Itinerary Changes : Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure..

Special requuirements : If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.

Changes to your hotels  : Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in alternative hotels, of a similar standard, nearby. Full details of your hotels will be sent with your Final Travel Documents.

Disabled access : The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 : Fly to Johannesburg

Overnight direct flight to Johannesburg. 

Day 2 :  Arrival

Meet your local tour manager at Johannesburg airport for the scenic transfer to the Sebatana Rhino Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch will be served. 

Afterwards, rest, relax and settle into your new surroundings, perhaps by taking a refreshing dip in the one of the pools. This evening, enjoy an included welcome drink, followed by dinner and a short briefing about the week ahead. 

Day 3 : Sebatana Private Reserve introduction, including game drive

After breakfast, venture out in 4x4s into the reserve with your guides, who will tell you about the different animals and plants that inhabit the area.

This afternoon, head out on a wildlife-spotting game drive to Christina’s Wallow, a hide with wonderful views of a waterhole. All game drives at Sebatana are done in open-air vehicles for maximum visibility. For a truly authentic wildlife-spotting experience, you’ll complete the journey on foot. Keep an eye out – and have your camera at the ready – for zebras, meerkats, giraffes, wildebeest and impalas.

Return to the lodge to enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting before dinner.

Day 4 : Included Big Five game drive and optional night safari

After breakfast, venture out into the reserve on a game drive in search of the fabled Big Five – the lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. Access to the reserve is subject to extensive restrictions, so it’ll feel like you have the whole place to yourself! 

At dusk, you could join the optional night safari, giving you the unique opportunity to witness how the bush changes as the sun goes down, and a different animal kingdom emerges. Keep an eye out for caracals, bush babies, porcupines and ant bears!

Day 5 : Included bush walk game drive and optional tribal evening

This morning, join your guide for a gentle included bush walk into the Sebatana Private Reserve. Listen intently as your guide points out animal breeding areas and local plant life. After the walk, return to the lodge for some well-earned lunch.

After lunch, set out on your second game drive into the Sebatana Private Reserve for the chance to spot some spectacular wildlife, armed with the knowledge gained this morning.. 

This evening, you have the chance to join the optional tribal evening to learn more about South Africa’s indigenous cultures.

Day 6 : Optional Pilanesberg National Park excursion

Today you have the choice of joining the optional excursion to Pilanesberg National Park, the third-largest of its kind in South Africa. The park covers over 135,000 acres and presents further opportunities to spot the Big Five as well as the endangered white rhino, giraffes and hippopotami.  

Dinner will be served back at Sebatana, with a complimentary wine tasting beforehand.

Day 7 : Game drive with included champagne brunch

Rise and shine early this morning for a very special game drive, and the chance to spot herds of antelopes moving in the open. Antelopes and other prey animals tend to move around in the morning, to find the best protection from predators.  

Around mid-morning, you’ll stop at Kudu Rock for a magnificent, traditional African brunch with champagne. Enjoy a well-earned meal as you soak up the fantastic views of the African bush. 

Return to the lodge to rest and relax. If you want to carry on exploring, the guides will point out some gentle trails through the reserve. This evening, enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting before dinner.

Day 8 : Optional Big Five game drive with included Sunset Rock safari

This morning, you’ll have the chance to join one last Big Five game drive. Later, in the mid-afternoon, enjoy a fitting finale to your South African adventure, as you join the included safari to Sunset Rock. Sip champagne from this magnificent vantage point, looking out over the Waterberg Mountains as the sky turns a cascade of red and orange. 

Return to the lodge for a farewell feast, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful break in the African wilderness.

Day 9 : Johannesburg and Soweto tour, followed by departure

Say goodbye to your wonderful hosts as you depart for an included tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Visit Johannesburg’s Apartheid Museum, which documents South Africa’s troubled past and racial segregation, before exploring fascinating Soweto, home to Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Winne Mandela.

After the tour, continue to Johannesburg airport for your overnight flight.

Day 10 : Arrive in UK

Early morning arrival. 

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Terms & Conditions

Prices listed are per person in Great British Pound, based on twin occupancy, rates for single occupancy may differ, Rates offered are including all discounts unless otherwise stated. All bookings are subject to availability. Other travel periods may be available. Some block out dates may apply. Rates may alter depending upon the dates requested and surcharges if applicable. Final booking confirmation only provided once payment has been processed. Contact our travel team for more details. Our Holiday Centre reserves the right to withdraw this promotion without notice at any time. Flights are included. Pricing correct as at 4th Jan 2022