• Greater KwaZulu-Natal
  • Cape Town & Garden Route
  • ​Kruger & Northern South Africa
  • Western & Northern Capes
  • eSwatini
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Why travel to the Elephant Coast (or Greater KwaZulu-Natal)?

  • Best value for money!
  • Most diverse region
  • Amazing beach & bush experience
  • Family friendly
  • Malaria free!
  • All the destinations are close to each other
  • Not too touristic

The Elephant Coast (or Greater KwaZulu-Natal) by destinations

Have a look, below, at the destinations we've sampled for you. These are our personal favourite and we virtually recommend each one by experience! Get in touch with one of our consultants today to discuss which destinations would suit you best.
Amazulu Private Game Reserve
Being a slightly smaller Big-5 private game reserve, one can expect a very personal touch from the hospitable team at AmaKhosi Lodge. See the Big 5 and more in style!
Drakensberg mountain range
​Hike through breathtaking panoramic landscapes on a number of walking trails, and discover Bushman Rock Art.

Learn more about destinations we recommend in the Drakensberg

Durban
Not just an airport but a multicultural city with so much to do! Visit the famous uShaka Marine World, bungee jump at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, explore the expansive beachfront or shop till you drop!
Hluhluwe-imfolozi park
The world famous Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park has saved the white rhino from extinction and is now the best place to see them in the wild. Spectacular  rolling hills of savanna, home to the Big 5 and much more!
ithala game reserve
Most scenic, and yet not touristy. Arguably the best place to see black rhino in South Africa! Walking trails, walking safaris, guided and self-drive game drives available.
Kosi Bay Nature Reserve
Perfect break between safaris! Relax by the pool, enjoy a boat cruise over the Kosi Lakes, and snorkel in Kosi Mouth Lagoon between hundreds of tropical fish. In season, see turtles nesting on the beach.
Manyoni Private Game Reserve
A private reserve very similar to the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, both in landscape and animals. A more luxurious option and less touristy, and well worth the extra costs.
Maputaland Marine Reserve - Scuba diving
Unwind on sub-tropical pristine beaches, go for long walks on the beach or coastal forest, enjoy scuba diving or snorkeling. In season, view turtles nesting.
Mkuze Game Reserve
An awesome Big-5 Game Reserve with fantastic scenery and phenomenal birding. Guided and self-drive game drives can be done, as well as the famous Fig Forest walking safari!
Phinda Private game reserve
Arguably Zululand's premier
​Big-5 private game reserve. The ultimate in luxury and safari game viewing.
Pongola Game reserve
Safaris at the lake side! Enjoy a boat cruise on Jozini Dam and see elephant and rhino drinking on the shore. Or enjoy safari drives, walking safaris or fishing! ​
Ponta d'Ouro - Mozambique
Enjoy the relaxed vibe of Mozambique, chill out at the beach or enjoy swimming with wild dolphins or scuba diving over tropical reefs!
St Lucia estuary
Our home... There is so much to do here we can't even list it all. Find out more and see for yourself why you would want to spend time in this World Heritage Site.
Tembe elephant park
Our personal favorite! A beautiful Big 5 park. The Tembe elephants are renowned for their big size and giant tusks. Experience the friendly & authentic hospitality of the Tembe people that run the lodge.
Thanda Private Game Reserve
An awesome 5 star Big-5 experience. Great lodges, phenomenal game viewing, and yet all with a personal touch.
Zululand Battle fields
Vast grasslands and rolling hills dotted with traditional Zulu homesteads make for impressive and inspiring scenery. The actual battle sites with their museums and interpretive displays really have a story to tell.
For those interested in the culture and history of the country, the Battlefields really are a must see destination! 

Why travel to Cape Town and the Garden Route?

  • Amazing sightseeing
  • Culinary hotspot
  • Safari
  • Beach
  • Family friendly
  • Malaria free!
  • A sprinkle of culture

The Great Cape and Garden Route by destinations

Have a look, below, at the destinations we've sampled for you. These are our personal favourite and we virtually recommend each one by experience! Get in touch with one of our consultants today to discuss which destinations would suit you best.
Addo Elephant National Park
The only true Big-5 national park in the Cape and Garden Route is not to be missed! Enjoy guided or self-drive game drives, or choose from an array of other activities.​
Amakhala/Shamwari Private Game Reserves
​Two private game reserves situated near Addo Elephant National Park and offering luxurious Big-5 safari experiences.
Cape St. Francis
Widely regarded as one of the best surfing locations in South Africa, but also a lovely destination for anyone who loves the ocean. A great place for families, with a wide array of activities.
Cape Town
The Mother City! Cosmopolitan Cape Town is often called the most beautifully situated city in the world. Enjoy fine dining at V&A Waterfront, explore Table Mountain, visit Robben Island or choose any of the hundreds of other activities that are available.
Cape Winelands
Here you'll find historic quaint towns and Cape Dutch farmsteads that produce world-renowned wines. There is no better place to enjoy wine tasting and fine dining!
Cradock and mountain zebra national park
​Capital of the Karoo heartland. Visit the Olive Schreiner Museum, home to one of South Africa's most famous authors! Explore the veld, experience rare San etchings on rocks, visit one of the many coffee shops, a Karoo farm,  or take a drive to Mountain Zebra National Park. ​
De Hoop Nature Reserve
A beautiful coastal reserve where you can walk trails, spot whales, dolphins, ostriches and antelopes all at the same time.
Hermanus/Gansbaai
Best land-based Whale Watching in the world! In season, Southern Right whales come as close as 10 meters from the shore. View them from the whale walking trail, or book a whale watch boat cruise, sea kayaking or shark cage diving adventure!
Knysna
A beautiful seaside town along the Garden Route, next to a lagoon. Visitors can enjoy great scenery, fine dining... You may want to try the oysters for which Knysna is famous!
Oudtshoorn
Not only famous for its ostrich farms which you can visit, but also for the limestone Cango Caves, and the great safari experience at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge.
Plettenberg Bay
With its beautiful bay and the Robberg Peninsular there is a large focus on the marine activities, such as seal swimming, ocean safaris, whale watching and so much more. This incredibly scenic town is also a central location for many of the land-based activities such as horse riding, kloofing and walking tours and trails.
Tsitsikamma national park
This park is renowned for its beautiful scenery and coastal/rainforest hiking trails. Do the Canopy Tour, jump the highest bungee jump from a bridge in the world (Bloukrans Bridge) or choose from many more activities... 
Valley of Desolation - Camdeboo national park
A stunning geological phenomenon with sheer vertical cliffs and precariously balanced columns of dolerite rising 120 metres from the valley floor!

Why travel to the Greater Kruger Area and Northern South Africa?

  • Safari hotspot
  • World renowned destination 
  • Family friendly
  • A sprinkle of culture

The Greater Kruger and Northern South Africa in destinations

Have a look, below, at the destinations we've sampled for you. These are our personal favourite and we virtually recommend each one by experience! Get in touch with one of our consultants today to discuss which destinations would suit you best.
Blyde River Canyon & the Panorama Route
Home to the scenic highlights of the Panorama Route, Bourke's Luck Potholes, God's Window etc. Enjoy scenic drives or walking trails!
Johannesburg
Not just an International Airport, but a city with so much to do! Our favorites are a bicycle tour through Soweto and a visit to the Apartheidsmuseum.
Kololo Game Reserve
Best family safari destination. Bordering the Big-5 Welgevonden Game Reserve, Kololo can combine guides safari drives in Welgevonden with walking and mountain biking amongst non-dangerous animals on their own reserve.
Kruger National Park
Experience the game rich and world famous Kruger National Park by means of guided or self-drive game drives and walking safaris!
Madikwe Game Reserve
A 75000 hectare malaria-free reserve with Big-5 and great views. This little gem, bordering Botswana, is a very special place boasting an abundance of bird and animal life!
Pilanesberg National Park
​A popular park, hence a little busy, but it offers great Big-5 game viewing in stunning scenery. Those who prefer peace and quiet can opt for a private lodge. On a mere 20 minutes drive from Pilanesberg one finds Sun City, the South African version of Las Vegas.
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
Sabi Sands offers the most exclusive and less touristy alternative to the Kruger National Park. You can enjoy guided game drives and walking safaris from your lodge. It's the best place in Africa to see leopards! If you don't see a leopard whilst staying here, you might as well stop trying!
Soutpansberg Mountain range
Stunning mountain scenery, great walking trails, and unique accommodation. See giraffe and rhino from your veranda!
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati offers a more exclusive and less touristy alternative to the Kruger National Park. No self-drive tourists are allowed, and you can enjoy guided game drives and walking safaris from your lodge.

Why travel to the Western & Northern Capes?

  • Off the beaten track
  • Wonderful landscapes and scenery
  • Family friendly
  • Culture
  • Safari
  • Beach
  • Not too touristic

The Western and Northern Capes in destinations

Have a look, below, at the destinations we've sampled for you. These are our personal favourite and we virtually recommend each one by experience! Get in touch with one of our consultants today to discuss which destinations would suit you best.
Augrabies Falls National Park
One of the biggest and best attractions in the Northern Cape. In addition to this beautiful gorge and waterfall the park also has a wonderful array of wildlife, with lots of antelope, giraffe, rock hyrax, baboon and leopard. 
Clanwilliam - Cederberg Mountains
​The beautiful Cederberg Mountains offer great attractions: from hiking through amazing wild flower displays and beautiful scenery, to enjoying water-sports. Visit one of the many citrus farms, taste good food, or learn more about SAN Bushmen at rock painting exhibits.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
One of Kruger's biggest rivals for 'ultimate safari destination', the Kalahari/Kgalagadi offers visitors an unusual scenery but with arguably the best sightings of predators and raptors. Huge black-maned lions, brown hyenas, honey badgers and several species of birds of prey... You name it, this area offers it all in abundance and in desert habitat! 
Langebaan - West Coast National Park
Birdwatchers visit Langebaan and the West Coast National Park in search of the 300 species of birds recorded here. Between August and September visitors also enjoy the spring flowers in bloom. The white sandy beaches, protected waters of the lagoon and mild climate make Langebaan perfect for a variety of water sports.
Namaqualand
World famous for its incredible wild flower displays and definitely worth a visit of every nature lover. Enjoy walking or doing game drives and see many antelope, zebra and other wildlife!
Richtersveld Transfrontier Park
Enjoy this rugged landscape, famous for its high mountains, surreal rock formations and beautiful Orange River.
Located in the north west of the Northern Cape, starting in South Africa and stretching across the border into Namibia. Apart from the many species of animals, that are capable of surviving the extreme heat of summer and the cold of winter, the park also has abundant floral diversity. The area boasts the richest desert flora in the world. 

Why travel to eSwatini (formerly known as Swaziland)?

  • Great scenery
  • Rich culture
  • Safari
  • Family friendly
  • Destinations are close to each other

Where to stay in eSwatini?

Have a look, below, at the destinations we've sampled for you. These are our personal favourite and we virtually recommend each one by experience! Get in touch with one of our consultants today to discuss which destinations would suit you best.
Hlane Royal National Park
Swazilands only National Park. Shouldn't be compared with South Africa for game viewing, but it offers an authentic Swazi experience!
Malolotja Mountains Nature Reserve
Expect beautiful mountain scenery with antelope. A very special and tranquil place.
Mkhaya Game Reserve
Swazilands attempt to offer an 'exclusive' safari experience. It shouldn't be compared with South African standards, but a unique and great 'experience' it certainly is! A great romantic getaway.
Mlilwane wildlife sanctuary
Swazilands most famous nature reserve, and for a reason. Apart from offering a relaxed nature experience, in the direct surroundings one can find authentic culture, great activities and the best souvenir shops Swaziland has to offer!
Phophonyane Falls Nature Reserve
Designed for discerning travellers and nature lovers who want to stay in a little paradise! Located in north-west Swaziland, here you will find outstanding views, mountain landscapes, waterfalls and beautiful forest.