Luxury Trail Through Southern and East Africa

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African Pride Irene Country Lodge Autograph Collection | Gauteng

9 Aug 2017 - 10 Aug 2017

With lakeside views that rival most paintings, African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection is a luxury upmarket hotel with spacious, luxury accommodations, fine dining, conference, function and wedding venues, and a spa. Winding down the oak-lined lane where cows graze in green pastures, you will arrive at a haven of peace and tranquility in the hub of South Africa’s economic heartland. Nestling in Irene, the African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection is centrally located between Johannesburg and Pretoria, and a mere 25 minute drive from OR Tambo International Airport. The area has a rich cultural heritage and many national leaders and historic figures have left their mark in Irene. Smuts House is the restored home of General Jan Smuts, a former Prime Minister of South Africa and world statesman. This historical site, as well as other of interest, can be found in Irene.

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1 Night

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4 Star

Hotel

Ulusaba Safari Lodge | Ulusaba Private Game Reserve

10 Aug 2017 - 13 Aug 2017

Sir Richard Branson's Ulusaba Safari Lodge is located beneath a canopy of ancient trees on the edge of a dry riverbed in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The rooms include a Treehouse Suite overlooking a nearby Dam while other rooms have their own private plunge pools. All of the rooms afford magnificent views of the spectacularly scenic surrounding landscape and of the animals as they stroll past on their way to the nearby watering hole. Lodge facilities include swimming pools, gymnasiums, a wine cellar, spas with panoramic views, a Bush Observatory perfect for stargazing and tennis courts. Guests can enjoy safari walks, moonlit bush dinners and of course, the twice daily game drives.

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3 Nights

Bed and Breakfast

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5 Star

Lodge

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 10

Special Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine

Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel | Cape Town

13 Aug 2017 - 16 Aug 2017

Welcome to Cape Grace. Situated on a private quay between Cape Town’s bustling V&A Waterfront and the tranquil yacht marina, there is no better position from where to soak in the natural beauty of our Mother City and the very essence of Cape Town living at its best. Our elegant and warm atmosphere, evident in every fine detail, begins at the welcoming reception lounge and extends to our spacious harbour and mountain-facing rooms. Stories of the Cape’s colourful past present themselves in our exquisite furniture, rare fabrics, intriguing artefacts and original antiques. Local paintings and sculptures lend a contemporary flair to our décor and feel, while fresh displays of Proteas that hint at the wonder of our natural botanical kingdom enrich each room. We invite you to share in tailor-made experiences that include our sumptuous tasting menus, rare whisky pairings, luxurious spa treatments, and indulgent Afternoon Teas – all thoughtfully created to enhance your journey in the Cape and with us.

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Your Stay

3 Nights

Bed and Breakfast

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5 Star

Hotel

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, French, German, Portuguese, Xhosa, Zulu

No. Rooms: 112

Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Watersports, Wine

Rovos Rail

16 Aug 2017 - 30 Aug 2017

Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world class travel experiences. Exceptional train safaris combine some of Africa’s most magnificent scenery with travel aboard an authentically refurbished Edwardian-style train, accommodating up to 72 guests in the most spacious train suites in the world, each with their own en-suite bathroom and subtle modern conveniences. The eight scheduled journeys begin or end at Rovos Rail Station, the headquarters and private station of this independent railway company, which is situated in Pretoria.

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14 Nights

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Train

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Cabins: 36

Special Interests: Adventure, Battlefields, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife, Wine

Pretoria

18 Aug 2017

The cosmopolitan city of Pretoria, also known as ‘Tshwane’, is situated in the province of Gauteng and functions as one of three capitals of South Africa. Pretoria has been dubbed ‘The Jacaranda City’, which is owed to the annual bloom of magnificent purple blossom trees that adorn the wide avenues of the city. Discover several historic monuments, fine government buildings, and fascinating museums, and explore several interesting cultural sites. The Transvaal Museum is a natural history museum showcasing an ancient dinosaur fossil found at the nearby Cradle of Humankind; the Pretoria Botanical Gardens offers visitors a glimpse of different biomes, and the Voortrekker Monument is a famous National Heritage Site. Don’t miss the nearby Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary as well as the beautiful Wonderboom and Groenkloof Nature Reserves.

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1 Night

Tau Game Lodge

19 Aug 2017

Privately owned Tau Game Lodge is situated in the Big 5 Malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. Accessible by daily scheduled flights, or a 4 hour drive from Johannesburg.

The main body of the Lodge has an impressive reception hall, swimming pool and a comfortable upstairs lounge and bar and dining-room.

The 30 chalets at Tau are privately situated in pristine, indigenous gardens and embrace the spirit of Africa with modern luxury and unsurpassed vistas of the bush and the natural waterhole.

The state-of the art Tau Game Lodge Convention Centre, which is situated at walking distance from the lodge, can seat up to 150 delegates, while at the Tau Spa Oasis guests are offered rejuvenating spa treatments, surrounded by the beauty of the African Bush.

Families with children of all ages are welcome at Tau Game Lodge. All of our younger visitors become automatic members of the Tau Cubz Club and are entertained with exciting activities.

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2 Nights

The Victoria Falls Hotel

23 Aug 2017

The Victoria Falls Hotel, popularly known as “the grand old lady of the Falls”, is situated in the Victoria Falls National Park, and is a member of the exclusive Leading Hotels of the World group. It is one of only three IS0-accredited hotels in Zimbabwe. The Edwardian-style five-star hotel combines the charm of the old with the convenience of the new. Set in lush tropical gardens with lily ponds, palm trees and semi-tropical shrubs, it provides the tranquillity and seclusion that many guests seek. The famous Victoria Falls are just a ten-minute walk away using the hotel’s private pathway, and “the smoke that thunders” or “Mosi-O-Tunya” in the local dialect, is clearly audible and visible from this luxurious landmark.

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2 Nights

Kunduchi Beach Hotel Resort | Dar es Salaam

30 Aug 2017 - 1 Sep 2017

Built in a stunning Afro-Arabic design with all the splendor of a Sultans’ Palace sits on the lap of the beautiful Indian Ocean boasting flawless white sandy beaches and waves breaking over coral reefs and sand bars offshore – perfect for the ultimate, sun-kissed African get-away.

The Resort has 136 Sea facing Rooms (including 10 Superior Deluxe Rooms), each having its own private balcony with sliding glass doors that open to the beach front, with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, telephone, satellite television, mini bar facilities, internet connectivity, king size or twin (four poster) beds, inter-connecting rooms and orthopedic beds available

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2 Nights

Bed and Breakfast

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4 Star

Resort

Spoken Languages: English, Swahili

No. Rooms: 136

Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Leisure, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wine

andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge | Mnemba Island

1 Sep 2017 - 4 Sep 2017

Exclusive yet unpretentious, andBeyond Mnemba Island is an award-winning bare-foot beach paradise just off the northeast coast of Zanzibar. Be among just 20 guests at this romantic, private hideaway where ten beachside bandas overlook a pristine coral reef teeming with an abundance of tropical marine life. Drink a fruit cocktail or dine under thatch by the white sands. Romantic candlelit dinners can be served to you on the beach as waves lap at your feet. From snorkelling, scuba diving, swimming and kayaking to massages on the beach and simply doing nothing at all, andBeyond Mnemba has something for everyone.

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Your Stay

3 Nights

Bed and Breakfast

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Spoken Languages: English

No. Rooms: 12

Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Gourmet, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wildlife, Wine

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