SAMPLE: 15 Days Madikwe and Garden Route

Port Elizabeth’s idyllic beachfront is right on your doorstep when staying at 5th Avenue Beach House. Besides offering comfortable and affordable accommodation, 5th Avenue is also only a short distance from the city’s many beachfront attractions, bars and restaurants. Accommodation comes in the form of a number of bedrooms littered around the swimming pool and garden. Each one is equipped with an en suite bathroom, television and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can also take a short drive outside of the city to enjoy Addo Elephant Park or simply relax at the poolside. A hearty breakfast comes standard with any stay at 5th Avenue Beach House.

Set in the heart of the Sunday’s River Valley, Woodall Country House and Spa offers travellers gorgeous accommodation near the Addo Elephant National Park. Situated on a citrus farm, the stunning retreat boasts contemporary suites with spacious bedrooms, sitting and dressing areas, outdoor showers and private swimming pools. Guests at Woodall can enjoy game drives in the Addo Elephant National Park – a game reserve home to the Big 7 (elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, leopard, southern right whale and great white shark). After a day of safari adventure, the fully equipped spa is the perfect place to relax after a long day in the bush.

Situated on the idyllic Thesen Island, the Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is the perfect destination for an all-inclusive holiday experience. The 5-star accommodation includes a range of distinct rooms, all beautiful decorated with unique furnishings and decor. There are luxury rooms, a honeymoon suite and a self-catering Water Club apartment, and all the rooms have lavish king size beds, air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with a separate bath and shower. The rooms are well-equipped, with a fully stocked mini bar, tea and coffee facilities and a flat screen TV with a DVD player. The hotel has a great range of facilities - there are three bar areas with unique surroundings, two stunning restaurants that serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, a sublime rim flow pool with a canal facing deck, and an Amani Spa with a host of rejuvenating treatments, from massages and facials, to manicures and pedicures, as well as tailor-made packages for the ultimate spa experience. The Turbine Water Club boasts a great range of thrilling activities, including luxury pontoon cruises, eco safaris, whale watching and kayaking. Businesses and corporate groups will find that the hotel's conference and function rooms are superb, with excellent equipment, state-of-the-art technology and air-conditioning. The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is the best place to stay for sophisticated accommodation, panoramic views and a first-class experience.

This exclusive boutique hotel is situated on the outskirts of Franschoek in a wonderfully restored manor house and former perfumery dating back to 1890. The hotel offers a world-class on-site restaurant, two pools, and 26 luxury rooms and Villas Suites. Most rooms lead out onto a private balcony or patio with magnificent views of enchanting vineyards and majestic mountains. The Villa Suites are extremely luxurious and boast a fireplace, air-conditioners, 2 balconies, and many more unexpected luxuries. An hour's drive from Cape Town makes it the perfect getaway for anyone visiting the Western Cape.

The Blue House is a guest house in Tamboerskloof in Cape Town and promises comfortable lodging in picturesque surrounds. There are 3 categories of rooms at The Blue House- Economy, Superior and Luxury. Each one is equipped with an en suite bathroom complete with hygiene products and tea and coffee making facilities. The guest house is centrally located in Cape Town and a variety of attractions are nearby. Guests can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast before setting out for their Cape Town adventure. The house is also home to a swimming pool and there is also complimentary Wi-Fi available at all times.

Etali Safari Lodge is located in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. The staff at Etali will ensure that every guests experience is as personal and as comfortable as possible. Etali is wheelchair accessible and its 'no-frills' policy will ensure that guests focus on what is most important - nature. There are 8 suites available as well as a family suite. Each suite has a private plunge pool and an outdoor shower. The en sutie bathroom in each room is comfortably equipped with every necessary amenity. Big 5 game drives come standard with any stay at Etali and the Wild Dog haven is also nearby.