The Oyster Box | Umhlanga

Standing proud on Umhlanga’s beachfront, overlooking the historical Umhlanga lighthouse, The Oyster Box has long been one of South Africa’s best-loved and most distinguished hotels. This 86-room hotel is renowned for its generous hospitality, attentive service and exceptional cuisine. The elegant rooms, decorated with antiques, feature private balconies (many with sea views), flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and fresh fruit and flowers. Suites add separate lounges; some have private plunge pools. There's a complimentary buffet breakfast, a fine-dining restaurant and multiple eateries/bars. Other amenities include a spa with a hammam, an oceanfront outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's also a 24-seat cinema and a kids' activity programme.

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2 Nights

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5 Stars

Hotel

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu

No. Rooms: 86

Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Birding, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Relaxation, Shopping, Watersports, Wine

andBeyond Phinda Forest Lodge | andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve

Set deep in the heart of a rare and beautiful dry sand forest, the andBeyond Phinda Forest Lodge fuses spectacular design with the ultimate in conservation principles. 16 handcrafted, minimalist, glass-encased suites, including one two-bedroom family suite that sleeps four, are all built on stilts among the trees and boast luxurious en-suite bathrooms and viewing decks where guests can take in the sight of graceful nyala and duiker in the shade of the forest. The lodge’s sparkling rim-flow swimming pool, gym and spa looks out onto panoramic views of an open vlei where animals frequently graze. A traditional African boma is enclosed with a wooden fence and offers lantern-lit open-air dining beneath a canvas of stars. Overlooking the vlei, are two large guest areas with a lounge, gallery, dining area with an interactive kitchen, and set right in the middle, a perfectly located firepit for pre-dinner cocktails.

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2 Nights

Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities

All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

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Spoken Languages: English, Zulu

No. Rooms: 16

Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Big 5, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Gourmet, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife

andBeyond Phinda Rock Lodge | andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve

Carved into the rocky mountainside, andBeyond Phinda Rock Lodge sits in sheer seclusion, suspended over the magnificent valley below. Six stone and adobe suites burrow into the heart of the cliffside, with solid wooden shutters and doors opening out onto a private viewing deck and plunge pool balanced on the very edge of a breathtaking precipice. Boasting spacious ensuite bathrooms, the suites also feature outdoor showers, providing some of the most scenic al fresco bathing on the African continent. The lodge’s comfortable sitting areas offer the perfect vantage point for viewing the abundant birdlife in the surrounding trees and the wildlife roaming the bush below.

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2 Nights

Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities

All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

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Lodge

Spoken Languages: English, Zulu

No. Rooms: 6

Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife

Santorini Mozambique | Vilankulos

Overlooking the turquoise waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago, Santorini Mozambique is a sanctuary of soulful tranquillity and Mediterranean-inspired design. Just north of Vilanculos, this exclusive retreat is perfectly poised for ocean adventures and peaceful restoration.
The Main Villa features five sea-facing suites, each uniquely designed for relaxation and comfort. Villa da Praia offers an exclusive-use experience for families or groups, complete with a private host and chef. The Chapel provides a romantic, intimate escape, while Villa na Colina—though named a villa—is a private stand-alone suite with its own pool courtyard and front patio, ideal for couples seeking extra privacy. Together, these distinct spaces create a collection of experiences tailored to every kind of traveller.
Days unfold with barefoot freedom—snorkelling, sailing on a traditional dhow, setting off on private boat charters, or gliding across the shallow archipelago waters by kayak or paddle-board. Families are welcomed with warmth and thoughtful touches, while the on-site spa and optional yoga sessions bring a restorative rhythm.
Dining is fresh, wholesome, and seasonal—sourced from Santorini’s organic garden and local fishermen. Rooted in place and purpose, Santorini invites connection—with the land, the ocean, and its community through meaningful Footprints initiatives.
More than a destination—it is a soulful state of being.

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4 Nights

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

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5 Stars

Hotel

Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Portuguese

No. Rooms: 12

Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Fishing, Gourmet, Leisure, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wine

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