Depart Johannesburg at 6.30am. Travelling across the Highveld before descending into the heart of KwaZulu Natal known for its rich culture and spectacular wildlife. Day one is a long travel day, but we spend the next two days on safari in the area with three nights staying in a lodge on a private nature reserve.

We explore the natural serenity of the bush on a morning walk on the reserve followed by an exciting afternoon game drive in Mkuzi Game Reserve.  Visit Hluhluwe Game Reserve on a morning game drive and in the afternoon relax, take a swim or enjoy another bush walk.

Explore the amazing eco-system of Kosi Bay by boat and the following morning we take a 4WD transfer to the Kosi estuary mouth. A special feature of the Kosi Bay estuary is the traditional practice of subsistence tidal trap fishing. We have time to swim, walk on the beach or snorkel the shallow reefs in the estuary mouth.

Ponta do Ouro is the ocean lover’s mecca of Southern Mozambique. A highlight of this safari is the opportunity to join a local dolphin research team on ocean safaris. We have two boat launches planned which gives us a chance to snorkel on the shallow reefs, view dolphins and whales from the boat, and hopefully swim with dolphins if their activity at the time permits us to enter the water. A wild dolphin encounter is an extraordinary wildlife experience. (Should weather prevent a boat launch then a portion of your local payment will be refunded to you pro rata).

Travel to Maputo, Mozambique’s economic hub where Portuguese and African cultures meet in an exquisite blend of seafood and vibrant life.

Explore Inhambane and its 200 year old cathedral and we visit the enchanting fresh produce market before moving to Praia de Barra. Sit back, relax and enjoy the warm sea and expansive white beaches. For the more energetic, there are optional activities such as dhow rides, scuba diving, fishing and surfing (own expense)

We make our way down the coast to Chizavane a secluded fishing lodge perched on the coastal dunes with a magnificent view of the surrounding natural bush and expansive beach.  For our last night on the beach we enjoy a fish braai.

Leaving the Indian Ocean coast, we travel through the Limpopo Transfrontier Park and enter Kruger National Park, South Africa. An icon of nature conservation, Kruger is big game country!  Game drive to our accommodation from the Park Gate on the first day and morning and afternoon game drives on Day 12.

Further game driving in Kruger National Park as we make our way to our lodge for the night on a Private Reserve.  Relax around the pool or the campfire on our final evening in the tranquil African wilderness. 

Our final day on tour starts with an exciting game walk. We explore the private game reserve on foot with our rangers.  Brunch at the lodge.  The tour ends back in Johannesburg at approximately 6pm.