Memorable South Africa
Trip Details
Cape Town | Hoedspruit | Rietspruit Game Reserve
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Discover
- Majestic wildlife experiences and excellent photo opportunities on safari.
- The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, home to world-class restaurants and shops.
Experience
A delightful Tea-By-The-Sea at Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa.
Enjoy
- Delicious indigenous and international cuisine during a three-course dinner at the award-winning Azure Restaurant.
- 5-star accommodations in Cape Town at Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa.
Choice
Exclusive Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula Tour at additional cost.
Day 1 - Arrive Cape Town
Upon your arrival at Cape Town Airport, a Lion World Travel representative will greet and transfer you to the luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa. Nestled within South Africa’s most famous mountain range, the hotel offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. 
This stunning boutique property offers breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the endless Atlantic Ocean. Surrounded by pristine wilderness within the Table Mountain National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, guests can immerse themselves in nature by exploring the park's scenic trails, right on the doorstep of this exceptional retreat.
During your stay, there is a complimentary 15-minute shuttle ride that takes you to the bustling waterfront, where you can explore the area's scenic beauty, world-class restaurants, and vibrant shopping culture.
ACCOMMODATION: TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA - CLASSIC ROOM
Day 2 - Cape Town
Spend the day at your own pace, soaking in the charm of Cape Town, or elevate your adventure with our exclusive Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula Tour ($250 per person). To reserve this experience, contact us.
During your stay, indulge in a three-course dinner at the renowned Azure Restaurant, where the finest indigenous and international flavors create an exceptional culinary journey.
The Cape Peninsula Tour itinerary includes:
Take a cable car ride up to the top of Table Mountain (weather dependent).
The tour continues along the breathtaking Cape Peninsula, one of the world’s most stunning coastlines. You'll travel from the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay through the charming seaside village of Llandudno, before reaching the Hout Bay harbor.
Experience the awe-inspiring Chapman’s Peak Drive, with its sweeping ocean views. After a leisurely lunch (at your own expense), you'll explore the Cape of Good Hope in the Table Mountain National Park. Here, you can ride the iconic Flying Dutchman funicular to the historic lighthouse for unforgettable panoramic vistas. On the way back to the city, you’ll visit the historic naval town of Simon’s Town and meet the delightful African penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
ACCOMMODATION: TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA - CLASSIC ROOM (B, D)
Day 3 - Cape Town
Take the day to discover the vibrant city of Cape Town at your own pace. To complement your stay, experience an exquisite Tea-By-The-Sea at the iconic Twelve Apostles Hotel.
The Leopard Bar offers a luxurious afternoon tea experience. Indulge in a delectable selection of classic high tea treats, served with your choice of tea or coffee, all while taking in the stunning views.
ACCOMMODATION: TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA - CLASSIC ROOM (B)
Day 4 - Cape Town
On your final day in Cape Town, the choice is yours. Explore the city's attractions or relax on the beaches of Camps Bay or Clifton. We're happy to help recommend experiences to match your interests.
ACCOMMODATION: TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA - CLASSIC ROOM (B)
Day 5 - Cape Town/Hoedspruit
Bid farewell to Cape Town, as you transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Hoedspruit. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted and transported to the tranquil Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor, located within Rietspruit Game Reserve.
In the afternoon, embark on your first thrilling game drive through the reserve, where you may encounter majestic elephants, powerful lions, elusive leopards, swift cheetahs, cunning hyenas, and the endangered African wild dog.
ACCOMMODATION: KHAYA NDLOVU – MANOR HOUSE SUITE (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Rietspruit Game Reserve
Your day starts early, accompanied by a steaming cup of coffee or tea.
As the sun slowly rises above the horizon, it unveils a breathtaking landscape. Step into an open safari vehicle and embark on an unforgettable adventure across the untamed beauty of the African wilderness.
A special highlight of your safari experience is the opportunity to spot a crash of orphaned rhino calves. Rescued and rehabilitated by the Rhino Revolution, South Africa's only rhino orphanage to successfully reintroduce rhinos into the wild.
ACCOMMODATION: KHAYA NDLOVU – MANOR HOUSE SUITE (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Rietspruit Game Reserve
The day begins with an early start, diving straight into another unforgettable wilderness adventure. Led by expert game rangers, you’ll gain fascinating insights and hear captivating stories about the diverse inhabitants of the bush.
Halfway through the game drive, enjoy a break for drinks and snacks in the stunning natural surroundings, before heading back to the lodge for a full breakfast.
Step into nature with a guided safari walk, where you can experience remarkable wildlife up close and on foot.
Set off on an afternoon game drive through the reserve. Along the way, stop for a refreshing drink as the sun sets on the horizon. Return to the lodge with time to freshen up before a delightful boma dinner.
ACCOMMODATION: KHAYA NDLOVU – MANOR HOUSE SUITE (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Rietspruit Game Reserve
Begin your day with an early morning game drive, offering one last chance to spot wildlife that may have eluded you. Afterward, enjoy breakfast before your transfer to Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg.
Head home with cherished memories that will last a lifetime. (B)
Ready for more adventure? Extend your unforgettable safari with the iconic Victoria Falls.
Add-Ons
Cape Town Day Tours, South Africa
PRICING AVAILBLE ON REQUEST
Cape Town, the Mother City, is historically, culturally, and visually, the most diverse, breathtakingly scenic and vibrant city you’ll have had the pleasure to visit! From its achingly beautiful natural attributes to its colourful culture; from decadent wine farms to captivating history and architecture - it’s tourist heaven. There’s no finer way to savour its pleasures than a guided day tour with Thompsons Touring & Safaris – from wonderful winelands and wine tastings, to riding the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, we’ll take you there in style, with great taste.
Please note the Scheduled Tour prices below have additional drop off and pick up points and will have other guests on board. The Private Tour pricing offers a vehicle and driver just for your use and allows more flexibility – please note that the venues visited will have other guests – it is just the vehicle and driver that is on a private basis. Pricing for both the scheduled and private options are per person based on a minimum of two people. Tours do get booked out quickly so to avoid disappointment we suggest booking well in advance of travel.
Cape Town City Tour - Half Day
Departs: Daily between 7:35am and 8:30am. Returns: Approximately 12:30pm.
This tour is designed to orientate and give you a full-color insight into the extraordinary magic of Cape Town. First enjoy a cable car ride to the summit of the legendary Table Mountain (weather permitting) for panoramic views, including the City and surrounding layout of this southernmost tip of Africa (tickets are for your own account). Next up you will pass one of the country’s oldest colonial buildings, The Cape Castle and the Company Gardens. Then you’ll be driven past Parliament Buildings, City Hall which is where Nelson Mandela made his first public speech after his release from prison and the Slave Lodge. Next, it’s up the cobblestoned hills to the beautifully colorful homes of the Bo-Kaap in the Malay Quarter. The tour ends on a sparkling note, with a visit to a diamond works where you’ll watch a professional diamond cutter as he creates every girl’s dream stone. Perhaps you’ll be taking one home.
Cape Point Tour - Half Day
Departs: Daily between 7:45am and 8:45am. Returns: Approximately 12:30pm.
The Cape Peninsula and Cape Point is wild, rugged, and undoubtedly one of the most memorable coastlines you’ll have encountered. The trip begins with a drive along Millionaires Paradise, eyeing the glamorous homes of Clifton Beach and Camps Bay which leave you in no doubt as to how it earned its title. From there, it’s on towards the charming coastal town and working harbor of Hout Bay - translated from Dutch it literally means Wood Bay. Then, driving over the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive with its breathtaking views you’ll arrive at the Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park and its rugged, intriguing landscape.
Next up is a visit to the delightful African penguin colony at Boulders beach (for your own account), before moving on to the historical naval port of Simon’s Town. It’s a wonderful half-day spent on the wilder side of this exquisite Cape coastline.
Robben Island
Departs: Daily, weather permitting. Ferries depart at 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Tour lasts approximately 3½ hours.
Board the Robben Island Ferry at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and take part in a half day Robben Island tour (the ferry ride is scheduled even on the private option).
For nearly 400 years, Robben Island was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment for political "troublemakers" and social outcasts. During the apartheid years Robben Island became internationally known for its institutional brutality.
Some freedom fighters spent more than a quarter of a century in prison for their beliefs. Nelson Mandela was one of them.
Those imprisoned on the Island succeeded on a psychological and political level in turning a prison 'hell-hole' into a symbol of freedom and personal liberation.
Robben Island came to symbolize, not only for South Africa and the African continent, but also for the entire world, the triumph of the human spirit over enormous hardship and adversity. Today, you will be escorted around the island, and given insight into the past and how the human spirit triumphs.
Bo-Kaap cooking safari - Half Day
Departs: Daily (subject to availability of the chef) at 10:30am Returns: Approx 1:30pm
Learn how to prepare traditional Cape Malay dishes (mixing spices, making a curry paste, making curry, samosa, and chili bites) and gain firsthand insight into this community. Enjoy the fruits of your labor at a 3-course sit down lunch (includes soft drinks and spicy tea). A parting gift of spices and heirloom recipes allows you to recreate these memories at home.
Feathers and Fins - Half Day
Departs: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 12:45pm and 1:45pm. Returns: Approximately 5:30pm.
This entertaining, family friendly, trip includes a visit to the Hout Bay World of Birds where adults and children can get up close and personal with nature, with over 400 different species to discover including birds, reptiles, mammals - don’t forget to visit the walk through monkey jungle! The tour continues with some of the finest beach views on the coastal drive to the Two Oceans Aquarium in the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where a magical underwater world awaits. Learn about mysterious deep sea creatures, dangerous predators and see a real “happy feet” family. Touch pools and tidal walks are part of the fun while puppet shows and play areas are on offer for younger children. Older children are not forgotten, interesting facts, fascinating discoveries, shark encounters and the chance to discover what really lies beneath the blue! Bring your family on this fun tour to see, touch, learn and play....who knows, they may even find NEMO! Includes entrance to World of Birds and the Two Oceans Aquarium.
Sea Kayaking - Half Day
Departs: Daily, subject to weather.
Weather dependant and excludes transfers – prices available on request.
One of the most unique places in the world - a penguin colony in suburban Cape Town! And the best way to see it is from the water. You’ll leave from Simon's Town Waterfront and paddle past the civilian and Naval Harbor and out to Boulder's Beach. After visiting the penguins, stop on a lovely semi-private beach for refreshments, swimming, and snorkeling (snorkels and bottled drinking water provided.) The double kayaks are very stable and perfect for those with no paddling experience.
Cape Peninsula Tour
Departs: Daily between 7:45am and 8:45am. Returns: Approximately 6:00pm.
*Please note that this tour is different to the Lion World Travel Peninsular Tour as offered on certain packages*
On this tour you will see why the area earned the name of The Fairest Cape. Sit back and relax, as you’re driven along the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire’s Paradise – from Clifton to Camps Bay, to the exclusive beach hamlet of Llandudno – towards the charming working harbor of Hout Bay where you can embark on an up-close-and-personal Seal Island cruise lasting about 45 minutes if you choose to (for your own account). If you choose not to do the cruise you will have time to browse the shops and markets and perhaps enjoy a morning coffee at one of the restaurants at Mariners Wharf – the first harbor-front emporium in Africa.
You then wind your way along the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive, hugging the cliffs and relishing the breathtaking ocean views. After a stop for lunch (your own account), visit the wild and beautiful Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park, an integral part of the world-renowned Cape Floral Kingdom.
After, you’ll head back along the coast towards the City, visiting the historic naval port of Simon’s Town and the endearing African penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach (for your own account).
Next, you’ll head inland to the last stop of the day. In the summer months this will be at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. With the sun setting over the tall peaks of Table Mountain, the last rays sparkle on the trees and flowers. In the winter months (May 1st to Aug 31st), the last stop is at Groot Constantia where you’ll stop for a wine tasting and cellar tour of South Africa’s oldest wine estate.
Cape Town Tours - Evening Options
Sunset and Beach Dinner
Departs: Daily, September - May only. Between 5:30pm and 6:00pm. Returns: Approximately 10:00pm.
Join your host and head out of the city before sunset. Savor a chilled glass of sparkling wine while overlooking one of Cape Town’s most beautiful beaches and taking in the sunset. You’ll be shown how to find the Southern Cross in the night sky (if the moon isn’t too bright!), before enjoying dinner at a sensational ‘out of town’ restaurant offering seafood and South African specialties.
If you’re celebrating a special occasion let us know and we can arrange request a separate table. As you return to the hotel, you’ll be able to enjoy the city lit up at night. Everything is taken care of – just enjoy!
Tailor made days out
We can also tailor make tours to match your interests or simply arrange for you to have a vehicle and driver available with no plan in mind to take you wherever you feel like going. Cape Town has so much to offer including Architecture, Art, and local clothing designers.
In addition to the beautiful Winelands, Cape Point and City tours, consider a family day out, to see seals, penguins, monkeys and butterflies; splash out on a hot shopping extravaganza; or indulge in a gourmet food and wine tour.
We can also arrange for you to go golfing, hiking cycling and sandboarding amongst other activities – please let us know if you would like more information on these activities!
All touring is based on using an air-conditioned 7-seater vehicle with a tour guide/driver.
Half Day Private Tours
Departs: Daily, on request. Trip can run from either 8:00am to 12:30pm or 1:30pm to 6:00pm and covers up to 150km (93 miles) of driving.
Half day custom trip with private vehicle and driver/guide.
Full Day Private Tours
Departs: Daily, on request. pickup time of 9:00am, drop-off time of 5:00pm and covers up to 250km (150 miles) of driving.
Full day custom trip with private vehicle and driver/guide.
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations. Contact us for single supplement.
*Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land only, based on double occupancy. Airfare is not included but can be added upon request. Prices are subject to change.
| Travel Dates | Selling Price |
|---|---|
| February 21 | SOLD OUT |
| March 17 | ON REQUEST |
| April 9 | Limited Availability |
| May 5 | ON REQUEST |
| May 19 | SOLD OUT |
| June 9 | SOLD OUT |
| July 7 | Limited Availability |
| July 11 | $3199 |
| July 16 | $3199 |
| August 7 | SOLD OUT |
| August 11 | Limited Availability |
| August 15 | Limited Availability |
| September 24 | Limited Availability |
| October 22 | SOLD OUT |
| November 24 | $3199 |
| December 10 | $3199 |
Inclusions:
- Economy class flights - Cape Town/Hoedspruit/Johannesburg
- All services as specified.
- Accommodation in standard rooms
- Meals as specified, including dinner at Azure Restaurant
- Game drives as specified in itinerary.
- Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles
- Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival.
Exclusions:
- Round-trip international economy airfare
- Optional sightseeing as per itinerary led by an English-speaking guide.
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated.
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- All other services not mentioned.
- Gratuities/tips for game rangers, tour guides, and drivers
- Costs of obtaining passports and/or visas
- Trip Cancellation, Interruption and Medical Insurance – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.
Staff Favorite
"What an amazing South Africa trip! The accommodation at all the hotels and lodges were 5-star. We really enjoyed the Cape Peninsula Tour- the scenery was magnificent and the African Penguins at Boulders Beach were so adorable. The game viewing was exceptional; this was an amazing once in a lifetime experience!"
- Lyn Flanagan, Lion World Travel
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