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“SPIRIT OF ARABIA” – DESERT HONEYMOON or COUPLES BREAK.

Posted by Africa Getaways on Jun-28-2010

PURE STYLE WITH A DIFFERENCE.

Camel-trekking-in-nomadic-tradition-AQA_971ANANTARA QAASR AL SARAB   -   5* DESERT RESORT IN ABU DHABI

A vista of windswept dunes on the horizon greets you each morning. GAze out into the empty Quarter from your room, or contemplate the stars over dinner high above the valley. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort welcomes you to stay for three nights in a deluxe room, (or upgrade to a suite or villa) and receive the fourth night with their compliments, buffet breakfast and lunch or dinner included.

EXCLUSIVE BONUS:   A dinner for two at your choice of restaurant from the Chef’s Menu.

Package price includes:
Flights with Etihad Airways in economy class from Johannesburg or Cape Town, including all relevant airport taxes.
Personal meet and greet on arrival in Abu Dhabi.
Private transfers form Abu Dhabi airport to Loft Hotel / Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort / Abu Dhabi Airport
Loft Hotel in Abu Dhabi – 1 night including Breakfast.
Qasar Al Sarab Desert Resort and Spa in Abu Dhabi for 4 nights in a deluxe room including breakfast.
Bonus Dinner from the Chef’s Menu at your choice of restaurant at the Qasar Al Sarab Desert Resort.

Enjoy the following activities: Archery, Desert Walks, Mountain Biking & Tennis at Qasar Al Sarab Resort.

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ALOFT HOTEL:  1 night including Breakfast

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FOR SOMETHING ENTIRELY DIFFERENT – BOOK THIS FANTASTIC HONEYMOON OR COUPLES GETAWAY NOW – STEPHANIE 031 769 1305      info@africagetaways.co.za

Bali – Luxury Honeymoon

Posted by Africa Getaways on Jun-14-2010

UBUD HANGING GARDENS

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Welcome to Ubud Hanging Gardens, Bali, Indonesia, a haven of peace and tranquility set in the heart of the tropical paradise of Bali.  With 38 luxury villas, each with a private infinity plunge pool overlooking the Ayung river, feel your stress ebb away as you relax into your private sanctuary and enjoy sensational views of the surrounding verdant gardens of this tropical resort.

The resort is situated in the steep rice terraces of Ubud and offers with sweeping views across the Ayung River valley.  Each luxury Balinese style private villa provides the perfect location to escape, relax and unwind.  A private funicular provides easy access to the resorts facilities. Our large infinity pool emphasizes the natural curves of the hillside. Created on two levels it is surrounded by stylish and comfortable sun beds for ultimate relaxation. In addition to the main pool each room and suite has its own individual infinity pool, which can be access from the terrace for extra exclusivity and seclusion.

Jimbaran Puri Bali

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by Orient-Express is a luxury resort hotel in Jimbaran, Bali with a simple, unpretentious and supremely romantic style.

Located at the beachfront of Jimbaran Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in Bali, the resort promises uninterrupted breathtaking sea views and is perfect for those looking for a private space to relax and unwind.

Re-awaken your senses with one of our spa treatments, discover exquisite Balinese cuisine at our beachfront restaurant or just simply indulge yourself in the luxury of seclusion – Jimbaran Puri Bali is the perfect destination for an exotic escape.

ITINERARY FOR THIS AMAZING HONEYMOON.

Day 1: Arrival in Bali

Upon arrival in Bali, you will be met by a representative from the resort who will transfer you to the Ubud Hanging Gardens. Here you will receive a warm welcome with a cold towel and a cool drink.

Ubud Hanging Gardens Hotel & Resort is a haven of peace and tranquillity set in the heart of the tropical paradise of Bali. The resort has 38 luxury private pool villas, each with a heated private infinity plunge pool set high in the rice terraces overlooking the Ayung river.
Meals: None on first day

Day 2 to Day 3: Ubud Hanging Gardens

The paradise island of Bali has much to offer, and this romantic package gives you several opportunities to explore.

Included in your trip is a relaxing 1 hour massage, daily afternoon tea at the “Di atas Pohon cafe” with entertainment, daily Balinese fruit in the villa, free internet access in your villa, free use of mountain bikes and a free shuttle service to Ubud center based on the hotel schedule.
Meals: Breakfast daily

Day 4 to Day 6: Jimbaran

On Day 4 you will be transfered down to the southern coast of Bali to Jimbaran, where you will be staying at the luxurious Orient Express Jimbaran Puri Bali. The Resort Hotel is a luxury resort hotel in Jimbaran, Bali with a simple, unpretentious and supremely romantic style. Individual luxury cottages and villas with private gardens promise the luxury of seclusion and uninterrupted sea views, beside the soft white sands of Jimbaran Bay.

Included in your stay at Jimbaran is a complimentary romantic dinner for two.
Meals: Breakfast daily

Day 7: Departure

What’s included:

•3 nights’ accommodation in Ubud (Valley Deluxe Pool Villa)
•3 nights’ accommodation in Jimbaran (Gardenview Cottage Suite)
•International flights ex-Johannesburg (excludes airport taxes)
•Breakfast daily plus special treats
•Return transfers to hotel

On your final morning you will be transfered back to the airport for your return flight.

CALL STEPHANIE FOR A SURPRISING QUOTATION ON THIS HONEYMOON.  031 769 1305   info@africagetaways.co.za

PHUKET HONEYMOONERS DELIGHT

Posted by Africa Getaways on May-16-2010

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Patong Beach Hotel exteriorPATONG BEACH RESORT
8 nights from R5 899 pps + approx air tax R3 030 pp

HONEYMOON BONUS: Complimentary Honeymoon Cake
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Amari Coral Beach ResortAMARI CORAL BEACH
7 nights from R5 999 pps + approx air tax R2 950 pp

 

 

 

 

 

Inclusive of RETURN AIRFARES and RETURN AIRPORT/HOTEL TRANSFERS
VALID TO 31 OCT 2010

BOOK NOW!  CALL STEPHANIE  031 769 1305    info@africagetaways.co.za

KOH SAMUI and it’s a HONEYMOONERS DELIGHT

Posted by Africa Getaways on May-16-2010

 

Nora Chaweng hotelNORA CHAWENG  ****
7 nights from R7 600 pps + approx. air tax R3 300 pp

 

 

 

 

Centara VillasCENTARA VILLAS ****
10 nights from R8 399 pps + approx. air tax R3 300 pp

 

 

 

 

 

 

Le Murraya Koh SumuiLE MURRAYA
7 nights from R 6 599 pps + approx. air tax R3 300 pp

 

 

 

 

 

Inclusive of RETURN AIRFARE and RETURN AIRPORT/HOTEL TRANSFERS.
VALID 01 SEPT – 31 OCT 2010

TO BOOK:   STEPHANIE  031 769 1305   info@africagetaways.co.za

PARADISE COVE – MAURITIUS – EXOTIC HONEYMOON

Posted by Africa Getaways on Nov-29-2009

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Paradise Cove Hotel and Spa is situated at Anse La Raie, on the extreme North coast of the island; 60 km from the airport and only 5 km from the trendy village of Grand Bay, which stretches around a stunning bay, with an impressive array of tourist attractions.
Only 10 minutes from the hotel, the traditional market of Goodlands offers an entertaining market scene; abound in local colour, multicoloured saris… the Mauritian folklore.
For nature lovers, the magnificent garden of Pamplemousses offers a unique flora and fauna of endemic species.
To discover the historical and cultural part of Mauritius, a visit to the Sugar Museum of Beau Plan is recommended.

PONDICHERRY ROOM   -  “Just imagine the change of scene felt by those traders from the East India Company, when they sailed along the Coromandel coast, at the beginning of the XVIII century. One can visualise their amazement on discovering Pondichery, with its colours, its perfumes fragrant with tropical oils, the spicy flavour of its cuisine, its fabrics in the most wonderful shades and hues, its furniture carved in precious wood and its crafts fashioned over centuries.

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1001 NIGHTS  – There are 27 “A thousand and One Nights” rooms of 50m² each with king size beds located on the 1st and 2nd floor with superb view on the sea and ocean. These rooms are among the best romantic rooms. Nested on the last floor, gives the possibility to have a very intimate atmosphere. The room has been decorated to create a cocoon ambiance for people who like romance.The curtain drop and the silk cushions obviously enhance the romantic atmosphere. The furniture which is of precious wood and the mirrors on both sides of the bed will amaze you by its style. The Indian style hanging lamp in the room also adds exoticism to the room. The crafts that have been used add details to the rooms and remind people that it is sometimes the little details that make big difference. In fact this room blend elegance, style and atmosphere to create the best romantic set up.

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The Room Amenities:
Balcony or terrace with view of the lagoon, the beach and the gardens.
Individual air conditioning.
Spacious bathroom with dressing, bathtub, showers and separate toilets.
Telephone with a direct international access, internet access
Flat screen TV with remote control, satellite channels and radio, coffee and tea facilities
Mini-bar, an electronic safe, a hair dryer.
24-hour room service.
Laundry service
 

We fancy offering this same feeling to Paradise Cove residents, from the moment they are welcomed on arrival. We have aimed to recreate the wonder inspired by Indian trading posts, subtly mixed with Mauritian exoticism.”

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The main restaurant is very friendly and divided into three dining rooms of Asian, Indian and African/ Creole inspiration
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This charming spot, open for lunch and dinner, is decorated with lovely wooden furniture, in the shade of a straw hut or of coconut leaves.
These romantically inclined will be lulled by the murmur of the sea, in dining rooms for 2, built on stilts. Theme evenings are earmarked for a seafood extravaganza.

Bikini Bar paradise cove beach bar
The beach bar / restaurant is displayed over the peninsula, poised over the ocean and its myriad blues, to reveal a stunning view of the 5 islets, bordering the coastline.

Seafood grills and salads are the ideal meal in luncheon spots, which seem set by chance; here along a path of white sand, or there next to basaltic stone steps leading down to the sea.

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In the heart of the residence, the terrace of the cocktail bar opens onto the garden, the pool and the beach and offers snacks for lunch.

A great meeting place for five o’clock tea and pancakes, a few days a week, the bar dons its evening clothes, by candlelight, for evening drinks and shows.

N.B The dress code is smart/ casual, in the evening and gentlemen are kindly requested to wear long trousers.

HONEYMOON OFFER:
Beach bag for ladies and beach hat for gentleman
Chef delights on the day of the arrival
1 plate of seasonal fruits during the stay
1 bottle of sparkling wine during the stay
1 Candlelit dinner + photo souvenir of the dinner

INCLUDES:
Return flights Johannesburg to Mauritius in economy class on Air Mauritius subject to availability
Return airport – hotel transfers
07 nights accommodation at the Paradise Cove (4*) in a Pondicherry room
Breakfast and dinner daily

Quotation on request.

Please call Stephanie     + 27  031 769 1305

Luxury Game Lodges

Posted by Africa Getaways on Nov-5-2009

SOUTH AFRICA

GROOTBOS PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE

LUXURY IN HARMONY WITH NATURE.

Welcome to a unique place where conservation, relaxation & luxury have found the perfect home.
This family friendly luxury lodge is situated less than two hours from CAPE TOWN overlooking the spectacular Walker Bay.
AFRICA GETAWAYS will assist in booking a getaway at Grootbos Nature Reserve so you can experience luxury five star accommodation, fun and relaxation with many activities for the entire family to enjoy – hikes and Walks, many eductionalactivities for children, horse riding, birding, whale watching and for the adventurous – shark cage diving.
Feel welcome at a unique place where conservation, relaxation and luxury have found the perfect home in Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Both local and international travellers have discovered a place of beautiful tranquillity at Grootbos, and are encouraged by the delicate and proactive relationship between man and nature.
Drawing inspiration from the abundance of scents and colours in nature around them, our Master Chefs conjure up magical combinations that replenish and inspire body and soul.

KAGGA KAMMA – Private Game Reserve

BUSHMEN LODGE offers ten unique ‘cave suites’; these have a private terrace, en suite bathrooms and twin beds. Built against the mountain, the buildings blend perfectly with the surrounding landscape, to the point of almost being invisible.

The lodge is situated in the Ceres region of the Western Cape and is 250km / 3 hours drive from Cape Town or 45-minute flight, over mountains, wine and fruit country.
Accommodation rates include: Luxury air-conditioned room with twin or king-size beds, en-suite bathroom, 3 meals per day & all activities e.g. Rock paintings tour, sundowner, Game viewing drive, night drive and stargazing.
Optional extras: Quad bike safaris and Health & Beauty spa treatments.
Drive-In or Fly-In Transfers from Cape Town AREA: Scenic 3½-hour drive or 45-minute flight past mountains, wine and fruit country.

To maximise your experience of this unique land, our expert rangers will interpret the Bushmen paintings and their fascinating ancient culture, on guided walks, quad bike safaris and drives. Other inclusive activities during your stay include a sundowner drink with breathtaking views and morning and night nature/game drives to spot resident species, such as, Black Wildebeest, Ostrich, Zebra, Springbok, Bontebok, Gemsbok and many other antelope species including the huge Eland.

See the stars and planets closer than ever at our Mini-Observatory. Our resident expert will ensure you get the best possible views of the night skies through our 10-inch telescope, including close up views of the moon and planets and other deep space objects. A truly unique experience.

 

SEDIBA

Welgevonden Private Game Reserve forms part of the Waterberg Biosphere, a very private, exclusive game reserve with breathtaking views and scenery providing guests with a glimpse of how our ancestors must have felt upon discovering the Region. The true beauty of Welgevonden lies in its tranquillity and diversity, its fantastic views & scenery, its pure sense of wilderness, its game viewing opportunities and the exclusive, secluded private
An integral part of the breathtaking Welgevonden Reserve, Sediba means ’spring’ or ’source’ in the traditional Sotho language. Sediba consists of two all-suite lodges; Letlapala and Letlapa.
Letlapa meaning ‘rock’ lodge, situated in a valley with a perennial stream running through it. Letlapa has ten double suites and is, as a result of the design and sheer size of the suites the more spectacular of the two lodges.

Floating between the towering trees and the forest floor, each of Sediba’s fifteen suites embrace the natural environment, whilst offering the ultimate in sumptuous comfort and tranquillity.

The hand-crafted and secluded suites are designed with spacious double bedrooms, en-suite lounges with fire places and open-plan bathrooms. Along with modern day comforts such as air-conditioning and towel warmers, each suite has private viewing deck overlooking the majestic Waterberg mountains.
The decks have relaxing built-in Jacuzzi’s and outdoor showers for guest enjoyment in complete privacy.
Every detail in Sediba’s unique suites has been carefully selected to create a refined balance of wild luxury.
On special request private candle lit dinners in the guest’s suites or on the terrace can also be arranged.

INCLUDING
• Subliminal standard of personal service
• Luxury all-suite accommodation in exclusive double suite
• Two exciting game drives and game walk daily
• All gourmet meals
• Teas, coffees and game drive snacks
• Use of fully equipped gym, rejuvenating steam room and sauna
• VAT of 14%
• EXCLUDING
• Beauty and spa treatments
• Transfers by road or air (rates for private helicopter/charter airplane available on request)
• All beverages purchased at main bar and from mini-bar in suite
• Purchases from curio shop
• Use of telephone and internet connections
• Cigars and cigarettes
• Laundry services
Rates are Quoted per person per night at R3,300.

ZULULAND TREE LODGE

Set in the cool, whispering tranquility of a fever tree forest, the Tree Lodge is a truly special retreat where you will be accommodated in luxurious stilted chalets. Enjoy the quiet lounge, observation deck and a sunny pool area where you might be visited by a family of warthog, a shy red duiker or a pair of purple-crested loeries.
Ubizane Wildlife Reserve boasts a variety of game, including white rhino, giraffe, wildebeest, zebra, most species of antelope, and over 350 species of birdlife. You can view the game from the comfort of equipped game viewing land rovers, on foot for a more thrilling encounter or on horseback for a wonderfully unique experience.

Adjacent to Ubizane Wildlife Reserve is the renowned Hluhluwe / Umfolozi Game Reserve, the oldest in Africa, where the big-5 (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard) roam the bush.

Each of our 24 luxury “Tree Lodges” include an en-suite bathroom with shower, a double bed, a bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private balcony with enchanting views into the surrounding forest. All rooms are fitted with ceiling fans and insect nets, and are serviced daily by housekeeping.

GAME DRIVES:
Game viewing in open game viewing vehicles is usually reserved for the early mornings and late afternoons when the animals become more active after sheltering in the shade of the bush during the heat of the day.

Rates are quoted per person per night and include accommodation, dinner, breakfast,
1 Ubizane and 1 Hluhluwe game drive.

SAFARI AT ULUSABA

Rates start from ZAR 4,600 per person, per night.

Return transfers from Ulusaba’s airstrip to either Rock or Safari Lodge. Your accommodation at one of our beautiful lodges
All meals served in a variety of locations
All beverages including a top quality wine list and fine Champagne
Laundry service (no dry cleaning available)
Really nice staff!

Things to do… and also included!

-Twice daily game viewing drives traversing an area of 10,000 hectares frequented by the Big Five, accompanied by your professional field guide and tracker
-Daily walking safari accompanied by your professional field guide and tracker
-Fully equipped Gymnasium
-Aroma Boma Beauty Treatment Centre with qualified Virgin Touch beautician
-2 tennis courts & viewing pavilion (rackets and balls supplied)
-Entertainment by tribal dancers
-Board Games
-Use of binoculars
-DVD, video, music and book libraries
-Business facilities (details available on request)
-Introductory talks on animals, birds and conservation
-Laundry service
-Private dinners & special functions can be arranged by our professional staff
-An observatory, perfect for star gazing.
-A wine cellar at Safari Lodge with an outdoor dining area for up to six guests, great for private dining.

Something for the Children?

Cubs of all ages are welcome at Rock Lodge and are invited to take part in the complimentary Ulusaba’s Cubs’ Club. Aiming to both entertain and educate cubs about their surroundings, the Cub’s Club doesn’t offer a set programme, but rather a range of activities suitable for every child.

TAU GAME LODGE – MADIKWE

On the far northern border of South Africa lies a beautiful area known as the Great Marico and it is in this spectacular setting, in the malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve, that Tau Game Lodge South Africa is situated.

Rustic thatched chalets are spread out in U-formation on either side of the lodge, offering excellent views of animals approaching the water from the opposite bank.
Each chalet has its own wooden game viewing deck, which allows one to experience the bush in privacy and is equipped with an en-suite bathroom and open-air shower.

FACILITIES:
Dining deck and bar overlooking a waterhole.
Fully licensed bar, curio shop, Boma and swimming pool.
ACTIVITIES:
Exciting early morning and afternoon/evening game drives in open landrovers and guided safari walks, night safaris with powerful spotlights.
Guest are accompanied by enthusiastic and knowledgeable armed rangers.
MEALS:
You can relax in a spacious two-level lounge area and enjoy delectable African cuisine, on the outdoor dining deck, and at night, during balmy African evenings, in the traditional African Boma

LEBOMBO LODGE

SINGITA GAME RESERVE

Singita Kruger National Park is situated where two rivers meet, in an exclusive game-rich 15 000 hectares concession in the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Boasting the highest concentration of wildlife in the entire park, including the ‘Big 5’, the area is known for its Euphorbia trees and majestic Mountain Pride of lions.
Offering contemporary African chic, SINGITA LEBOMBO LODGE has been designed around the theme of a luxury eagle’s nest with 15 loft-style suites perched high above the Nwanetsi River.

R9 950 per person
per night sharing

Twice daily game drives with professional guides and trackers.
Guided safari walks on request.
Mountain biking and archery.
Tariffs include all-suite accommodation, three meals per day, all drinks, including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs (excluding champagnes).
Laundry & valet services

Other available services at Lebombo Lodge include:
Shopping – the Singita Shop stocks a range of African artifacts and curios.A spa complete with a fully-equipped gymnasium.
A swimming pool at the main lodge.
Internet, satellite TV and fax facilities.

NGONGONI PRIVATE LODGE

…a vision of exceptional African Royalty

Inclusive: All drinks, dinner, Bed & Breakfast and 1 sunset game drive – R1 800 pppn sharing

An indigenous space on the hills of Mpumalanga, South Africa, offering harmony, stillness and freedom. Where the earth converses with the stars and trees, in a rhythmic rhyme and dreamlike surroundings.
Each of our six stilted private suites rests calmly amongst the indigenous Tassel and Waterberry trees. True African fusion of handcrafted style and distinctive contemporary chic contours our lavish interiors. Ngongoni Private Lodge proudly displays culinary eminence, dashed and dazzled by true African artistry. Our inspiration is drawn from Monolithic Mountains and roving savannah plains…indulgent, virtuous, pleasurable!
Hospitality parallels luxury. Intuitive attention to personalised service, private dining, sunset drives, interpretive wildlife experiences, conservation knowledge and adventure makes hosting our guests a true delight.
Ngongoni Private Lodge is en route to the Kruger National Park, Malelane Gate, as well as the main Corridor to Maputo and Swaziland.

Day trips or outings to any of the following can be easily arranged.
Kruger National Park
Scenic Trips (Blyde River Canyon, Graskop, Sabie, Pilgrim’s Rest Historical Mining Town, Mozambique and Waterfalls)
Aviation Rides (Hot Air Balloon, Helicopter or Microlight trips)
Adventure Trips (White Water Rafting, Horse Trails, Big Swing, Bungee Jumping, Abseiling and Hiking Trails)
Cultural Excursions (Cultural Villages, Township Tours and Art Galleries)
Environmental Trips (Animal Immobilisation, Animal Rehabilitation Centres and Sudwala Caves)
Golf Courses
Shopping

NAMIBIA

WOLWEDANS

Dunes Lodge

Wolwedans nestles into the dunes and is set against a backdrop of extraordinary natural beauty.
Wolwedans is a place to arrive, to be, to learn and unwind, whilst being looked after by a friendly and involved local team. Wolwedans provides an honest, relaxed and down-to-earth atmosphere.
If you are an open-minded and nature-loving individual in search of a distinctive desert experience far off the beaten track, Wolwedans is for you.
The Dunes Lodge is perched on top of a dune plateau, overlooking panoramic vistas in all directions and capturing the beauty of the desert in a most memorable way.

Optional activities to part take in while at Wolwedans would be a memorable Ballooning experience or a flight over this amazing landscape.

Rates are fully inclusive – Full board, activities and Bar.

KULALA DESERT LODGE

SOSSUSVLEI

4 NIGHT PACKAGE ZAR 21 745 p.p.p.n. sharing
Per single person ZAR 28 884
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VALID: 1 December 09 to 31 December 09.

This Luxury Sossusvlei Game Lodge Stay Includes:
Transfer from Johannesburg or Pretoria to the airport.
Round trip flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek
Round trip charter flight from Windhoek to Sossusvlei
Transfer from the Airfield to the lodge
Accommodation as specified.
Meals on a full board basis
2 Open 4X4 safaris daily
Services of a resident ranger

This Luxury Sossusvlei Game Lodge Stay Excludes:
Items of a personal nature
Drinks
Personal and Medical Insurance
Gratuities
Visa Fees

ETOSHA

ONGUMA TENTED CAMP

3 NIGHT PACKAGE EX JNB
Per person sharing ZAR 20 443
Per Single Person ZAR 22 481

This Namibia Lodge Stay Includes
Transfer from Johannesburg or Pretoria to the airport.
Round trip flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek
Round trip charter flight from Windhoek to Ongava
Transfer from the Airfield to the lodge
Accommodation as specified.
Meals on a full board basis
2 Open 4X4 safaris daily
Services of a resident ranger

This Namibia Lodge Stay Excludes:
Items of a personal nature
Drinks
Personal and Medical Insurance
Gratuities
Visa Fees

BOTSWANA

Eagle Island Camp – A Botswana Safari Lodge

Hidden from the world, deep within Botswana’s Okavango Delta, is the paradise called Eagle Island Camp. Situated on the island of Xaxaba and surrounded by Illala Palms, the camp overlooks a surrounding lagoon fed by the tranquil waterways of the Delta.

The area offers exceptionally high quality wildlife viewing with prolific birdlife and mammal sightings. It is also the site of one of the most romantic bars in the world, the Fish Eagle Bar, as voted by the New York Times. The camp offers a cool retreat from the African sun and is shaded by a canopy of indigenous trees.

Eagle Island Camp at Xaxaba is one of the Delta’s most pristine natural locations, a region of myriad waterways, palm-treed islands and vast flood plains. During the months of April through October the camp offers a choice of game viewing by mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) or motorised boat sundowner cruises in the surrounding lagoons. When water levels are low (December through March), morning, afternoon and evening game drives are offered, offering guests the opportunity to further explore the surrounding islands. For the more intrepid, safari walks are offered all year around. Also offered at Eagle Island are spectacular gameviewing flights over Botswana by private helicopter, based at Eagle Island Camp. ‘Naturally Wild’ spa treatments are also available for indulgent treatments in the privacy of your own tent.

Abu Camp – A Botswana Safari Lodge

Abu Camp is situated in a 400,000-acre private reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta. The camp has 6 luxurious “tents” that are located under a shady canopy in an ancient riverine forest. The tents have a unique and wonderful design with a private viewing deck overlooking the lagoon. Each tent at Abu has beautiful en-suite facilities with a shower and a bath.

The dining / bar areas are on raised wooden decks that wind around African ebony and sycamore fig trees. The lounge and dining tent has beautiful big sofas, with a breathtaking view over the lagoon and also features a well-stocked library and a study.

Guests at Abu Camp are invited to share with the resident elephant family what is, without doubt, the ultimate elephant education safari. The elephant experiences offer many magical moments including the interacting with the resident herd of eight elephants – as well as with the herds of wildlife in the area. Abu’s also offers game drives, night drives, walks and mokoro (dugout canoe) safaris – as well as the most intimate elephant learning experience in Africa.

For guests looking for the ultimate in bush luxury and exclusivity, The Elephant Villa is situated across the lagoon – a short five minute drive away. This villa can accommodate a couple or a family with children.

JAO CAMP

A Botswana Safari Lodge

Jao Camp is situated in a private reserve on a remote large island, to the west
of the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Across the
waterway in front of the camp, guests have access to open flood plains and savannah
for a wonderful Okavango experience.
Guests at Jao Camp are accommodated in nine large and spacious rooms.There is an
outdoor “sala” for guests to enjoy midday siestas with a view and a breeze.
The rooms are raised off the ground and offer wonderful views of the surrounding flood plains.
A raised walkway connects the rooms to the dining room and lounge area.
There is a plunge pool and an outdoor ‘boma’ for dining under the stars, as well as an
excellent wine cellar. Jao also offers a Salon with a fulltime therapist, offering a wide
range of massage treatments. The activities at Jao include mokoro (dug out canoe) excursions,
boats, fishing, day and night game drives and guided walks. If the area has a large flood,
we usually have to boat to a large island, called Hunda Island, where vehicles would be waiting
and the game drives start.
Jao Camp is extremely seasonal and the annual flood transforms the habitat from
dry green open plains in summer to shallow flood plains in the winter. Access to this area is
only by aircraft.

Kings Pool Camp – A Botswana Safari Lodge

Kings Pool Camp is located in The Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, a private reserve in the Linyanti / Savuti Channel area in the northern part of Botswana, on the western boundary of Chobe National Park. The source of the Savuti Channel is within this private reserve. The camp overlooks the oxbow-shaped Kings Pool Lagoon and the Linyanti River to the north.

Kings Pool Lagoon was apparently named after a Scandinavian monarch who spent a number of nights camping out on the banks of the lagoon, long before the camp was built here. The Linyanti area has a large wildlife resource with a wide variety of species, but it is most noted for its very large Elephant population, which can reach enormous densities during our winter months.

There are good populations of Impala, Lechwe, Kudu, Zebra, Giraffe, Sable, Waterbuck, Buffalo and the smaller plains antelope. The major predators such as Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog and Hyena are regularly sighted. The reed and papyrus swamps are ideal for numerous and diverse species of birds and are a magnet for game in the dry winter months.

Accommodation is probably the most luxurious in all of Botswana. There are nine luxurious twin-bedded tented rooms under cool thatch, overlooking the hippo filled lagoon in front of the camp. Each of the new suites has its own large bedroom area, lounge, private plunge pool and a sala. Each en-suite bathroom has two showers, two hand basins and a separate flush toilet. There is an outdoor shower for those who prefer to shower under the stars. The main lounge, pub and dining room are under thatch, and there is a swimming pool built into the deck. The main area is linked to the bedrooms by a raised walkway to allow animals to wander freely around the camp.

TANZANIA

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge – A Tanzania Safari Lodge

Guests can be forgiven for losing track of which era, or even continent, they are experiencing at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. Nowhere else on earth can you wake up among all the trappings of an elegant baroque chateau – brocade sofas, gilt mirrors, beaded chandeliers and panelled walls – and be instantly transported into one of the most famous African landscapes with just one glance out the window.

In this place of dramatic contrasts, where Versailles meets Maasai, anything is possible and the natural luxury of the breathtakingly beautiful setting ensures the dramatic interior of your suite blends perfectly with its stilted thatch architecture.

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge has been called the game lodge at the top of the world and, between the natural riches of the Crater spread out at its feet and the amazing architecture, it’s easy to believe that you have entered a realm of pure fantasy. With ever-changing views as mists swirl and clouds scurry over the huge wildlife cauldron below, the location is truly breathtaking. Buffalo and zebra wandering the grounds and tall Maasai warriors in traditional dress escorting guests to their rooms contribute to an atmosphere of African mystique and romance.

Everything is chosen to delight the imagination and enhance the spectacular views of the magnificent surroundings. An eclectic blend of elegant teak panelling, Victorian furnishings and whimsical African touches creates a sumptuous atmosphere that is as elegant and unique as the Crater itself. Leather chairs recline in front of a lit fireplace and raw silk curtains screen a private veranda. Even the gigantic bathtub set under its hand-beaded chandelier and the massive round shower offer tantalising glimpses of the world’s most famous caldera.

Divided into three camps, 30 stilted suites with banana leaf ceilings and grass roofs provide an intimate and exclusive Crater experience. Each camp has its own sitting and dining areas, with private butlers to provide warm, personal service to each guest. Brocade sofas and Persian rugs invite guests to re-live the day’s experiences around a roaring fire. The domed dining room, where sparkling silver and crystal vie for attention with the huge windows and awe-inspiring views, ensures that the setting, as well as the meal, is one you will never forget.

Daily game drives into the Crater in closed safari vehicles with popup roofs (07h00 to 14h00 and 15h00 to 18h00), birdwatching, half-day trips to Olduvai Gorge and Shifting Sands (subject to vehicle availability). Optional activities at an additional cost include walking on the Crater rim, a cultural Maasai manyatta visit, sundowners overlooking the Crater on one side and the Serengeti on the other (minimum 10 guests), and private bush breakfasts and lunches on the Crater floor.

Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp – A Tanzania Safari Lodge


Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp is set in the remote reaches of the Serengeti National Park, on a bywater of the Grumeti River, known for its wildebeest crossings and enormous Nile crocodiles. Tucked into a strip of riverine forest, guests thrill to the antics of spectacular pied colobus monkeys (found nowhere else in the Serengeti) and enjoy nocturnal serenades by orchestras of owls and bushbabies.

Every year between June and July, Africa’s annual Great Migration passes through Grumeti, and hundreds upon thousands of wildebeest, zebra and other herbivores cross the Grumeti River, risking the jaws of some of Africa’s largest crocodiles.

Situated beneath tall evergreen trees, the whimsical sweep of flamboyant safari tents hides a blaze of colour in the delightful interiors, with quirky touches and tongue-in-cheek surprises. Al fresco showers are open to the African sky, while the calls of hippo provide a nightly serenade. Traditional fires and outdoor ovens produce mouth watering dinners under a billion stars. This is the perfect vantage point for one of the most famous fording points of the wildebeest migration.

Step into a blaze of colour in one of only ten flamboyant tents tucked under shady palm frond roofs. Bright, whimsical interiors welcome and invigorate. Vibrant surprises await at every step, from the beaded curtains in the guest areas to the intricate mosaic surfaces of the table tops. Everyday objects acquire a sense of the unusual, with even the spacious outdoor shower shaded from the sun and stars by only a wrought iron dome. Night time becomes an adventure, as hippo call to one another while you lie in the comfort of your king size bed.

As the dense herds of herbivores move across the plains they are shadowed by predators and scavengers. Lion, and hyena, as well as the more elusive cheetah and leopard, mingle with the migrating masses, while vulture and jackal await the scraps of the more powerful predators. The Serengeti is famous for its large lion population and a number of lion prides are present in each of the areas utilised by our camps. The far lighter and faster cheetah are also present. During the migration, the spotted hyena may be spotted wandering among the herds in the plain light of day.


SINGITA SASAKWA LODGE

Singita Grumeti Reserves is located in northern Tanzania
and forms part of the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, bordering
on the Serengeti National Park.
If it’s solitude you seek, then Singita Grumeti Reserves is the place to be.
Each cottage has a private infinity-edge pool overlooking the sun-kissed Serengeti plains.
The bedrooms with inviting four-posters are beautifully appointed, displaying typical
African influences with touches of wood, leather and grass, alongside crisp linens,
imported chandeliers and exotic furniture.

Tariffs include:
– Luxurious all-suite accommodation, breakfast, lunch and
dinner daily, teas and coffees.
– Two open Land Rover safaris per day accompanied by an
experienced game ranger, mountain biking, walking, tennis
and archery. Laundry and valet services subject to certain
conditions and restrictions.
– Drinks while on the Land Rover safaris.
– All drinks, including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs
(excluding vintage champagne and vintage wines on the
connoisseurs wine list).
Tariffs exclude:
– Boutique purchases.
– Champagnes.
– Air transfers to and from the lodges.
– Health spa treatments.
– Use of private Land Rover.
– Certain special meal requests.

You will be accommodated in one of six luxury cottages
@ approx. R15 856.70 per person per night sharing.

A 4 bedroom Villa is available – rates on request.

OUT OF AFRICA – A GENUINE EXPERIENCE

SABORA TENTED CAMP.

Radiating simplistic elegance in the middle of the Serengeti plains,
Singita Sabora Tented Camp evokes a romantic Out of Africa adventure
with six vintage tents dressed in classic Edwardian safari style.
Sipping sundowners on the deck and gazing over the waterhole, you never know
what you might see. At Sabora, we delight in creating delicious feasts using locally
grown organic produce, coupled with vintage wines, in surprise settings.
Imagine dining beneath a lamp-lit acacia or under the boughs of a large ‘Sausage’ tree, with
starlit skies and the distant chorus of nocturnal creatures.

You will be accommodated in one of six luxury airconditioned tents each featuring
an en-suite bedroom with a bath and outdoor shower, dressing area, reading area,
viewing deck with Swarovski spotting scope and a library lounge tent.
The main area of the camp offers a dining room, bar lounge with satellite television,
DVD player and library, elevated viewing deck and a heated swimming pool.
A heated plunge pool and Jacuzzi is situated alongside the deck area.

Rates approx. R9 860.88 per person sharing per night.
Rates valid from 1 January 2009 to 31 December 2009.

Thorntree River Lodge & Elephant Valley Lodge Combo

Revel in the beauty of Africa with the Elephants

Set inside the Mosi Oa Park, only a few kilometers upstream from the world famous Victoria Falls, Thorntree River Lodge offers an unparalleled, quality, bush experience.

Price From:
Total From:
Destination: Zambia
Stay: 5 Nights

Price Includes
Return flights to Livingstone on Nationwide Airlines
All transfers
3 nights at the 3* Thorntree River lodge with breakfast, lunch and dinner
2 nights at the 3* Elephant Valley Lodge with breakfast. lunch and dinner daily.
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Taxes, fees and levies
PLEASE NOTE:Taxes are subject to change and will be confirmed at time of booking.
Add-ons including taxes ex

CONTACT AFRICA GETAWAYS FOR UPDATED QUOTES ON ANY OF THESE LODGES.

 

Honeymoon Getaways

Posted by Africa Getaways on Nov-5-2009

A LUXURIOUS,

ROMANTIC & INTIMATE, RAIL – HONEYMOON EXPERIENCE.

HONEYMOON EXPERIENCE

Travel the grasslands of the gold rich Highveld to the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo. Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and the scenic winelands of the Cape.
Leave PRETORIA – KIMBERLEY (visit the Big Hole and the Diamond Museum). – MATJIESFONTEIN (visit the historical village) – CAPE TOWN.

INCLUDED: Accommodation, meals and excursions during train journey, alcoholic beverages while on board the train. One way journey as per itinerary.

 

3 days PRETORIA to DURBAN

Experience the splendour of KwaZulu Natal. Take in the Big Five, a battlefields tour with a world class historian and unusual African ceramics.

3 days PRETORIA to DURBAN (or reverse)

RATES APPLY ONE WAY ONLY.
Please enquire for detailed itinerary and more departure dates.

BOTSEBOTSE

NORTH WEST PROVINCE

 Botsebotse lodge 1 Botse Botse room

3 nights

INCLUDES:
• 5 – Star luxury accommodation with queen size bed, superior linen, mosquito net, air conditioner and ceiling fan, seating area, coffee station and mini-bar; en suite bathroom with egg shaped bath, walk in shower; private out door shower bath, luxury toiletries, own private courtyard and undercover parking.
• Breakfast, lunch or picnic basket and romantic 4-course dinners in your courtyard, the dining area, lapa-boma, bush boma or under the starry sky.
• Welcome drink, flowers and chocolates in room and romantic surprise evening turndowns.
• Conservation entry fee.
• Couples Spa treatment (1h30 min) at the award winning Zebu Spa (Back, neck and shoulder massage and reflexology treatment) The package also includes the use of the spa garden, steam room, Jacuzzis, heated pool and refreshments from the snack bar.
• 1 Guided 3 hour game drive for 2 persons. (Bordering Big 5 Game Reserve).
• Unlimited self drive game viewing, game walks and cycle safaris.. (Zebula Game Reserve in which Botsebotse is situated)
EXCLUDES:
• Drinks from the bar and mini-bar.
• Laundry, transfers, additional activities.

SERENITY FOREST ECO LODGE.

serenity-eco-lodge-main-pic    serenity private dining

HONEYMOON PACKAGE:

Minimum 2nights, p/person sharing, per night

INCLUDES :
- Executive Honeymoon suite

- Welcome drink

- El Fresco breakfast

- Magical candle lit dinner

- Afternoon tea and cake

- Sherry in the couple’s suite

- Romantic picnic

- Spectacular SUNDOWNER trip (weather permitting)

 

 

Honeymoon safari to maasai mara, lake nakuru and amboseli national park.

Day 1: Nairobi
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport transfer to the Panafric Hotel where you spend the night on a bed and breakfast basis. Depending on the time your flight arrives the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 2: Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast depart from Nairobi for the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Game drive enroute to the lodge , Lunch is served on arrival, followed by an afternoon game drive through the reserve to this endless reaches of acacia-dotted grasslands studded with hazy hills where pride of Lions , Elephants, buffalos, zebras and numerous plain animals are in abundance. Return for dinner at Mara Sopa lodge and relax in comfort.

Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
Morning game viewing with a long drive to the Mara river where you will be able to view Hippos and Crocodiles. After lunch at the lodge, an afternoon game drive will follow with a visit to A Masai Manyatta(homestead) to see Masai culture Evening nature walk safari with a resident naturalist to experience the awakening of Africa in Masai land at sunset.Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast you’ll be driven to Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge followed by an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is a soda lake and is home to the Greater and Lesser Flamingos. At times you may see a lion crawling on the waters edge, or if you are a bird lover you will spot different bird species.

Day 5: Amboseli National Park
Depart early in the morning towards Amboseli stopping off for lunch and game viewing on the way. Overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge on a full board basis. Amboseli is famous for its unforgettable views of Kilimanjaro, and a relaxed abundant population of elephants as well as prolific bird life.

Day 6: Amboseli/ National Park
After breakfast depart for a full day game drive where Mount Kilimanjaro background offers a good photographic scenery coupled with animals on the ground.

Day 7: Amboseli/Mombasa
After breakfast depart for Mombasa .Overnight at Sarova Whitesand Beach and Spa.

Day 8 & 9: Mombasa
Spend the two Days at Sarova Whitesands Beach and Spa.

Day10: Out
After Breakfast Transfer to the Airport.