Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to the Tilney Manor Lodge situated in the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
Upon arrival at Tilney Manor Lodge check in and freshen up before embarking on your afternoon game drive (time-permitting)
Sanbona offers a huge diversity of indigenous flora and fauna and rare examples of San rock art, some dating back more than 3, 500 years, plus a unique boat safari and thrilling game drives. Conservation is paramount at Sanbona and every guest contributes to preserving this wilderness for future generations.
Sanbona's daily programme is as follows:
- 06h30 Wake up call
- 07h00 Breakfast is served
- 07h30 Depart for morning game drive
- 11h00 Depart lodge
- 13h00 Lunch is served
- 15h00 Depart for afternoon game drive
- 19h30 Dinner is served
Did you know that Sanbona's sustainability and responsible utilisation are the foundations for their day to day management at the lodges, administrative buildings, staff villages and workshops. To assist their endeavours to be as effective as possible, Sanbona have partnered with the world renowned and respected Wilderness Foundation and their Green Leaf Environmental Standard (GLES) programme.
The aim of Sanbona, using the GLES, is to reduce the effects of consumption on the environment and improve upon environmental management and awareness in an eco-friendly manner, by addressing the direct impact of the Reserve on the environment, reducing the carbon footprint and improving the environmental education of owners and consumers alike, towards realising ways of enjoying the tourism product without compromising quality and experience.
After enjoying your morning game drive, return to the lodge and enjoy sometime at the pool with a good book or perhaps indulge your senses at the relaxation retreat that boasts a steam room and sauna while witnessing a pure African spectacle,
After your morning game drive, check out and proceed to the foyer of the lodge where you will be met and transferred to the Forest Lodge situated in the Grootbos Nature Reserve tucked in between the mountain, forest and sea.
Upon arrival at the Grootbos Forest Lodge checkin, unwind and enjoy your surroundings.
Did you know that Grootbos is a world leader in sustainable tourism and has been awarded the highest international accolades possible, making them one of only a handful of lodges to do so.
Grootbos is an organisation dedicated to empowering others through ecotourism, enterprise development, sports development and education.
All their projects are replicable and scalable, with many generating their own income or becoming partially self-sustaining. From beekeeping to animal husbandry, recycling candles to coaching soccer, computer training to clearing alien vegetation, each programme has been carefully considered to build a brighter future for the people who live here, as well as the environment.
After your scrumptious breakfast, enjoy some of the many activities offered by Grootbos (see inclusions for the activities included the package cost)
- Botanical 4x4 tour
- shark cage diving
- horse riding
- whale watching
- Lady Stanford River Cruise
- Walks and Hikes
- Marine Safari
- Fatbike Tours
- Hive to Home
- Beauty treaments
- Bird watching
- Living the future tour
- Scenic flights
- Southern Tip of Africa Tour
- Costal Safari
- Quad Biking
Grootbos Guided Fynbos Walks
- horse riding
- guided walks
- nature, marine and coastal drives and walks
- transfers to/from all activities.
Today is your last day in the tranquil and relaxing nature reserve, take time out to enjoy a river cruise or perhaps a tour to the southern tip of Africa. Alternatively, relax and unwind in the spa before embarking on your next destination.
After your leisurely breakfast, check out and proceed to the foyer of the lodge where you will be met and transferred to The Vineyard Hotel situated on the Eastern slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town.
Enroute enjoy a stop at the at Hemel & Aarde Valley for wine tasting and lunch (own account)
Upon arrival at The Vineyard Hotel check in relax, unwind and enjoy your surroundings.
Staying at the Vineyard Hotel combines the aesthetic experience of Cape history, landscape, design and hospitality with all the expected comforts of an outstanding modern hotel. Known for its spectacular quiet setting, attentive hospitality, two restaurants, fine wines and excellent health and leisure facilities.
Situated at the south end of its six acres of landscaped gardens is the attractive heated swimming pool, large enough to test good swimmers but tranquil enough for those who wish to sun themselves and relax. The backdrop of Newlands Forest and Table Mountain makes the pool area one of the most desirable in the Cape.
Wine tasting & Lunch
After breakfast, proceed to the foyer of the hotel where you will be met by our local representative for your Private Half Day Table Mountain & City Tour.
Situated below Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town offers a rich cultural and industrial heritage, grand splendour and an assurance of activity & excitement. Including all the ‘must-sees’ of any Cape Town day tour, this option is a geographical and cultural extravaganza, showing you Cape Town, from its historical beginnings to the dazzling, modern city it is today.
HIGHLIGHTS!
- Cape Town City
- Table Mountain
- Company Gardens
- Slave Lodge
Situated below Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town offers a rich cultural and industrial heritage, grand splendour and an assurance of activity & excitement. Including all the ‘must-sees’ of any Cape Town day tour, this option is a geographical and cultural extravaganza, showing you Cape Town, from its historical beginnings to the dazzling, modern city it is today.
Table Mountain Cable Car Ticket
After breakfast, proceed to the foyer of the hotel where you will be met by our local representative for the start of your Private Full Day Cape Point and Peninsula tour.
This tour includes a visit to the awe-inspiring towering headland known as Cape Point encompasses magnificent beaches, breath-taking views, and picturesque coastal villages. The Cape Peninsula is one of the world’s most scenic areas and stretches from the City centre to Cape Point. Note: The drive via Chapman’s Peak is subject to the road being open. Ou Kaapse Weg will be used as an alternative route when necessary.
HIGHLIGHTS!
- Cape Point & Peninsula
- Simon’s Town, Boulders Beach and the penguin colony
- Kirstenbosch Gardens
After lunch (own account), continue to enjoy a wine tasting (own account) at the Cape Point Vineyard.
Cape Point Vineyards, a unique farm in Noordhoek where vines are lazily nestled between mountains and ocean. Cool breezes from the sea make for a slow growing season, with a late harvest that results in a truly unique Sauvignon Blanc that is recognised across the globe for it’s rich minerality, structure and tone.
Seal Island Cruise
Funicular
After your scrumptious breakfast, check out and proceed to the foyer of the hotel where you will be met by our local representative for your transfer to Cape Town International Airport.
