Welcome to Your Dream South African Holiday!
Cape Town • Kruger — 7-Night Itinerary
✨ Buckle up for the trip of a lifetime… ✨
ITINERARY SNAPSHOT
3 NIghts | Adventures & Explorations in Cape Town
Touchdown in the Mother City! I hope you had a window seat on the way in ☺️. Soak in the sights of this spectacular city with iconic beaches & mountains, vibrant neighbourhoods, amazing food & drink, and breathtaking views all around.
4 Nights | Wildlife Safari in the Greater Kruger Region
Hop on a short flight into the heart of safari country, where your African adventure awaits! Experience wild Africa up close with twice-daily game drives, tented camps, and unforgettable Big Five sightings. “Life-changing” is not a cliché!
CAPE TOWN
Welcome to the most beautiful city in the world (in my opinion) & aka my “spirit city”! Fall in love with Cape Town’s breathtaking landscapes, vibrant energy, amazing food & wine, and endless activities. Spend your time relaxing on the beach, strolling the promenade, hiking a mountain (Lion’s Head at sunrise is a must if you love adventure), shopping for handcrafted African goods, sipping a cocktail at a vibey restaurant, taking the cable car up Table Mountain (one of the New7Wonders of Nature), or simply soaking in the iconic views from your hotel. Cape Town is, quite simply, MAGIC.
Day 1-3
The Winchester Boutique Hotel
Location
📍 Sea Point, Cape Town
Sea Point is where I live, so I may be biased — but it truly is one of the best bases in Cape Town. You’re right on the water, steps from the Promenade for beautiful sunrise and sunset strolls, and perfectly positioned between the V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay, and the city. With a Hop-On Hop-Off stop across the street and endless cafés, shops, and golden-hour views, it’s a vibrant, walkable, ocean-loving neighbourhood.
Inclusions
Airport transfers
3 nights in a Classic Room in the Winchester Boutique Hotel
Ask me about upgrading to a Luxury Sea Facing Balcony Suite for an unreal ocean view!
Ask me about day trips to the Peninsula, Winelands, & other add-ons!
**There are tons of other amazing Cape Town accommodation options! Ask me about Pineapple House, Victoria & Alfred Hotel, Newkings, and more! (prices vary)
SAFARI IN THE TRUE AFRICAN WILD
An incredible, intimate, authentic experience with the most fascinating wildlife on the planet in their natural habitat. Witness animals as they interact, hunt, and survive, in their most wild form, just as nature intended. You will be treated to the ultimate comfort and luxury under the renowned African hospitality, venturing out on morning & sunset game drives, indulging in delicious meals, enjoying coffee stops and sundowners in the bush under the care and expertise of your skilled and knowledgeable guides. Days will be spent relaxing in your beautiful tented suite or lounging poolside, where the wildlife viewing never stops. There is no telling what you’ll see on safari — Mama Africa always has new surprises in store. ✨
Day 3-5
Honeyguide Mantobeni
Tented Camp
📍 Manyeleti Private Game Reserve
Day 5-7
Umkumbe Bush Lodge
📍 Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Location
These tented camps are tucked within private reserves in the Greater Kruger, offering truly wild, unfenced safari experiences. The wildlife here roams enormous areas — think the size of Wales — so you never know what you might see: intruding lion coalitions, elusive leopards, or packs of wild dogs on the move. Unlike some reserves that feel more like glorified zoos, this is raw, authentic safari at its finest, where every game drive is unpredictable — and that’s exactly where the magic of the African bush comes alive!
Inclusions
2 nights at Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp; 2 nights at Umkumbe Bush Lodge (Honeymoon Tent!)
Twice-daily game drives in open safari vehicles with expert guides & trackers
All meals, select beverages, tea, coffee, water & snacks
Sundowners beverage
Conservation levies
If you'd like to add a bush walk, spa treatments, or other optional safari activities, let me know!
Transfers from Hoedspruit/Skukuza Airport and between safari lodges
Level up your safari experience…
Any safari experience we choose will be incredible, but investing a little more in your once-in-a-lifetime adventure can elevate it from amazing to truly transformative. A higher budget often means access to richer wildlife areas (especially for leopards 🐆), more exclusive and intimate sightings, a higher calibre of guiding, and an overall upgrade in hospitality — from room quality to staff service to meals and drinks. Send me your budget range and I will guide you in the direction that is right for you!
PACKAGE DETAILS
Package Pricing
From R140,000 ZAR (approximately $8,358 USD at today’s exchange rate) total for 2 people for 7 days.
Pricing is based on estimated 2028 rates, using an approximate 10% increase from 2027 rates. Many 2028 rates have not yet been released, but this estimate is intended to give you a realistic idea of the expected trip cost. Final pricing will be confirmed once 2028 rates are released and availability is secured. Booking early is recommended to secure your preferred dates and accommodations.
Please note:
Flights are NOT included in the above price (my flight agent can book these for a service fee)
To dive into trip planning, I always love to have a quick 15-20 minute video chat so we can meet face-to-virtual-face and align on your vision for your dream trip. Let me know if you’d like to pop on a call and when works for you! After that, I will confirm availability, place reservations, and provide your final price.
Deposit to confirm: Approximately 30% of Trip Balance. Remaining balance: Due ~60 days prior to travel. (terms will be outlined in invoice)
All third-party services are subject to change based on fuel surcharges, park fees, and other operational costs. Your final balance may be adjusted accordingly.
It is each guest’s responsibility to ensure:
Your passport is valid (typically with at least two blank pages for entry stamps)
You obtain the necessary travel insurance for your trip, including health, trip cancellation, emergency evacuation, and baggage coverage
By paying your deposit, you agree to the Terms & Conditions of each supplier as well as Adventurelust’s Terms & Conditions.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
In Cape Town:
Breakfast at your accommodation
Wi-Fi, tea, coffee
Airport transfers
On Safari:
Ground transportation from & to the airport in Kruger and between lodges
Morning and evening game drives in safari vehicles, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers
All meals and snacks, select beverages
Coffee/tea for coffee stops and sundowner drinks at most lodges (typically excluding premium liquors)
Conservation levies & park fees
Exclusions
The following items are not included in your package price:
International Flights
Arrive in Cape Town on Day 1; depart from Skukuza or Nelspruit on Day 7 (likely route through Johannesburg for your flight home)
Domestic Flights (can be booked with a small fee; requires a 24-hour payment turnaround)
Day 3: CPT → HDS
Day 7: SZK → JNB, for your onward flight
Travel insurance – strongly recommended within 14 days of deposit
Spa services, massages, and other personal treatments
Transportation within Cape Town & surrounding areas (Uber is a great option!)
Gratuities – at your discretion; typically R100–R200 ZAR per person, per day for guide, tracker, and general staff (paid in ZAR cash). In Cape Town, R100-200 for your private driver. Cards are widely accepted and 10% tipping is standard for restaurants.
Any other items not specifically listed in the inclusions
Let’s bring your dream trip to life.
Share your details & visions, and I’ll turn them into a seamless adventure! ✨
MORE INFO
TYPICAL DAY ON SAFARI
5:30 am - Wake up & morning tea
6:00 - Morning game drive - Cruise around the bush with your guide, searching for wonderful wildlife, including a coffee stop in the bush
9:00 Breakfast at the lodge
10:00 Chill time - Enjoy a blissful nap in your suite, relax by the pool, continue watching for wildlife, make use of the spa or gym if offered. Optional bush walks for an added cost.
1:00 PM Lunch at the lodge
2:00 More chill time!
4:00 Afternoon tea
4:30 Afternoon game drive, including a sundowner stop in the bush
7:30 Return from game drive
8:00 Dinner, drinks, stargazing, enjoy the fire or waterhole views
About Adventurelust Safaris
Experience the true African wild
Connect intimately with nature
Prioritizing your safety & enjoyment
With all the luxuries & comforts
Lodging vetted for you
Up close & personal encounters
Adventurelust Safaris encapsulate all the reasons I fell in love with Africa and its animals, and I feel so passionately that you will too! Your safari is in the true African wild, witnessing animals in their rightful and natural habitat, and you never know what kind of encounters Mama Africa has in store! They are luxurious experiences where you will be taken care of and treated to an exquisite, rejuvenating, therapeutic getaway in nature, a perfect chance to disconnect from your daily stresses and reconnect with yourself and this beautiful planet. Safaris are an adventure I truly wish everyone could experience at least once in their lifetime, and an experience you will never forget!