About This Trip
This 12-day vacation will bring you from the Golden Bushveld in South Africa to Gleaming Archipelago in Mozambique. Take an exciting guided wildlife safari in the exclusive Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. After that, spend a leisure week on the beaches of the stunning Bazaruto Archipelago, where you can enjoy various activities like bird-watching, snorkeling, canoeing, and deep-sea fishing.
Itinerary Summary
| DAY | PLACE | HIGHLIGHTS |
| 1 - 5 | South Africa |
Johannesburg: Arrival |
| 6 - 12 | Mozambique |
Bazaruto Island: Leisure Holiday with Vivid Activities |
Suggested Itinerary
Upon your arrival in Johannesburg, a comfortable transfer will take you to your hotel for check-in.
- Johannesburg
After breakfast in the hotel, fly to Nelspruit and then transfer by road to your lodge on the western edge of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. An exciting open vehicle game drive is waiting to bring you into the wonderful wildlife world.
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- Johannesburg
Wake up in your tastefully furnished en suite chalet scattered through indigenous bush and trees. Except for the regular game drives in the early morning and late afternoon, you can also do an optional bush walk accompanied by a ranger with a comprehensive knowledge of all flora and fauna found in Sabi Sand. Or just sit on your private decks in the chalet looking onto the waterholes that may attract many species of wildlife especially in the dry winter months.
- B L D
- Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
Your authentic and exciting African wildlife exploration continues. A bush stop with the famous Savanna Amarula hot chocolate or coffee during the early morning game will add another lifetime memory to you. While in the afternoon game drive, stop for the splendor of an African sunset and the absolute tranquility of the brush.
- B L D
- Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
To increase the chances of encountering wildlife and create more unforgettable memories, you can take the last morning game drive before leaving for Maputo by road.
Once you arrive at your hotel near Maputo Airport, settle in and rest. The spectacular pool area overlooking the Indian Ocean is a good place to kill time.
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- Maputo
After breakfast, fly to Vilanculos and connect with an onward charter flight to Bazaruto Island.
This sandy island, as part of the Bazaruto Archipelago National Park, is a perfect place for escaping from the hustle and bustle of the city. The resort, setting along the coast, offers luxurious and comfortable accommodation with private pools and panoramic ocean views.
- B D
- Bazaruto Island
From deep-sea fishing to cuisine class in the restaurant, the resort organizes a wide range of activities to suit all preferences. Most of them are free to do but some of them need an extra payment. Get the detailed information from the staff to arrange your following leisure days.
For the first day on the island, why not take a bicycle or join in the tour offered by the resort to circle the island for a glimpse into local history and culture? Visit the nearby local villages, head to the inland lake for bird-watching, relish in the pristine scenery of the east coast from the Sailfish Bay, and enjoy the sunset at the central highlands with a drink.
- B L D
- Bazaruto Island
An island holiday is incomplete without water activities. The water temperature here is moderate, usually above 26℃, and the underwater world around the area is home to more than 100 coral species and thousands of tropical fish species. It is one of the top places for snorkeling and diving. So be ready to try your favorite ones from the wide range of water activities, such as snorkeling, canoeing, and deep-sea fishing.
- B L D
- Bazaruto Island
An island holiday is incomplete without water activities. The water temperature here is moderate, usually above 26℃, and the underwater world around the area is home to more than 100 coral species and thousands of tropical fish species. It is one of the top places for snorkeling and diving. So be ready to try your favorite ones from the wide range of water activities, such as snorkeling, canoeing, and deep-sea fishing.
- B L D
- Bazaruto Island
After three days of outdoor activities, the entertainment facilities in the resort may get your attention. Join in a cooking class, following the chef to the self-sustainable resort vegetable garden, learning traditional preparation, and trying to cook local dishes on your own. Or you can take some time in the gym, find some interesting books in the reading room, and then sprawl in deck chairs to enjoy stunning ocean views.
- B L D
- Bazaruto Island
Your island holiday continues. Take the time to do what you want to experience, whatever non-motorized water sports or interesting daily activities offered by the resort.
- B L D
- Bazaruto Island
Your island holiday continues. Take the time to do what you want to experience, whatever non-motorized water sports or interesting daily activities offered by the resort.
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What's Included in Your Private Tour
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A dedicated travel expert will work with you to design and arrange your itinerary based on your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget. Your trip can be adjusted as your plans take shape.
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Accommodation is selected based on location, quality, your preferences, and budget. Depending on the destination and itinerary, options may include international hotel chains, boutique hotels, and locally distinctive properties.
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Local guides are arranged in each destination, with strong language skills and in-depth local knowledge. Your guide will help you make the most of each destination while sharing local history, culture, and everyday life.
Guide arrangements may vary depending on your destination and itinerary. Please refer to your Tour Program for the specific guide arrangements for your trip.
If you have any special requirements for your guide, such as in-depth historical and cultural interpretation or expertise in a particular industry or subject, please let us know in advance so we can take your preferences into consideration when arranging your trip. -
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver, as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic trains as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- International flights for selected multi-country tours, as specified in the itinerary.
Transportation arrangements can be adjusted to suit your itinerary and travel needs.
*As each trip is tailor-made, transportation arrangements may vary by itinerary and destination. The final arrangements will be detailed in your Tour Program.*International flights to and from your home country are normally not included in the initial Tour Program. If you would like, your travel expert can also help arrange these flights upon request.
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- Breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) as specified in the itinerary
- Additional meals can be arranged upon request
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request
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Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
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Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
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Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
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Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
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Bazaruto Island, Mozambique
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