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Sand and Safari in South Africa & Mozambique

Madikwe & The Waterberg,Southern Mozambique & Bazaruto Archipelago

Starting from between £4,955 to £7,915 per person for 12 days depending on the time of year, type of accomodation and activities

Itinerary Highlights

  • Discover the unique mountain terrain of the Waterberg Mountains on safari in South Africa
  • Keep your eyes peeled for Big Five game
  • Spend a day aboard a traditional dhow sailing boat, stopping to snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago
Re-working the classic South African safari, this 12-day adventure will have you continually swapping your binoculars for your sunglasses as you delve deep into the Waterberg Mountains – one of the country's lesser known but equally brilliant safari destinations – and learn to island hop like a pro in the Bazaruto Archipelago. From your lodge in Marakele National Park, you’ll have the opportunity to spot Africa’s fabled ‘Big Five’ on bush walks, morning game drives and water safaris, before spending your evenings relaxing in its remote and unspoilt wilderness. In Mozambique, lazy days and luxury lodgings are sure to beckon. An opportunity to enjoy the country’s coastline of long dune-fringed beaches complete with swaying palms and cerulean seas, you can paddle board, kitesurf or simply relax under the tropical skies. Total bliss – we know.
Vilanculos - Mozambique © Getty Images / iStockphoto
Vilanculos - Mozambique © Getty Images / iStockphoto
Johannesburg - South Africa © Olivier Romano
Johannesburg - South Africa © Olivier Romano
Giraffe in South Africa © Olivier Romano
Giraffe in South Africa © Olivier Romano
Safari by night - South Africa © Droits reservés
Safari by night - South Africa © Droits reservés
Luxury Lodge - South Africa © Droits reservés
Luxury Lodge - South Africa © Droits reservés
Fishing in Mozambique © Droits reservés
Fishing in Mozambique © Droits reservés
Snorkelling in the Bazaruto Archipelago - Mozambique © Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa/Minor Hotels
Snorkelling in the Bazaruto Archipelago - Mozambique © Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa/Minor Hotels
Marakele National Park - South Africa © Droits reservés
Marakele National Park - South Africa © Droits reservés

Itinerary

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Your holiday gets off to a flying (quite literally) start this evening, with a direct overnight flight from London to Johannesburg. Make your way to the airport, check in and then settle in on board for the next 11 hours.

The next two days will be spent on safari from your lodge. You'll explore the beautiful Marakele National Park in the heart of the Waterberg Mountains in search of animals aplenty, including the fabled 'Big Five' of lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffaloes. Choose to go out on the daily morning and evening game drives (complete with morning tea or sundowners on the way back to camp), or bush walks, water safaris on the dam for sunrise or sunset, birding experiences and astronomy focused night sky safaris.

In between the active wildlife watching you'll also want to spend lazy afternoons by the pool or wandering through the lodge grounds to find the most stunning viewing spots. Whichever lodge you're based at, a special bush dinner or breakfast is also highly recommended as it gives you opportunity to really take in the remote and unspoilt landscapes.

You've had your fill of bush adventures, now it's time for some on the beach. Get up nice and early for your transfer to Johannesburg Airport, then check in and board the flight to Vilanculos Airport in Mozambique. Once you've landed a member of our team will be waiting to greet you and transfer you just 15 minutes to your beach base.

Spend the rest of today settling in and enjoying the views across the Bazaruto Archipelago from the beach. When the sun starts to set, sip on sundowners before indulging in a fresh seafood dinner.

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  • Expert guides
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A rough idea of the price

Depending on the time of year, type of accommodation and activities

The estimated cost for this trip starts from £4,955 to £7,915 per person. The final cost of the trip depends on the way we tailor it especially for you. The final cost varies according to several factors, which include the level of service, length of trip and advance booking time. The exact price will be provided on your personalised quote. The average starting price for this trip is £6,330 per person.

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