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<\/a>A spectacular leopard sighting in the Kruger<\/p><\/div>\n
Wine, wildlife & exploring the Cape<\/h2>\n
Your trip<\/a> begins in South Africa\u2019s<\/a> Mother City, Cape Town<\/a>, where the cosy comforts of Welgelegen House<\/a> await. Thanks to its central location just off Kloof Street, discovering the endless charms of Cape Town comes very, very easily. If it\u2019s adventure you seek, there are guided hiking trails to the top of Table Mountain<\/a> and across its beautiful National Park. On the other hand, you might prefer to find the softest stretch of sand and soak up the sun from one of Cape Town\u2019s world-class beaches<\/a>, or wind your way down Chapman\u2019s Peak<\/a> and head for Boulder\u2019s Beach<\/a> where penguins swim and waddle just metres away. Then there\u2019s the endless list of scrumptious cafes, restaurants and markets to keep you replenished…<\/p>\n Your next stop is La Fontaine<\/a>, a debonair guest house in the centre of Franschhoek<\/a>, from which you can explore the town\u2019s artisanal spots or hop on the Wine Tram<\/a> for a jaunt from vineyard to vineyard. La Fontaine will happily organise a private tour<\/a> of the valley\u2019s finest wine estates, pairing their famous reds and whites with local treats, or lunch at one of the many fabulous restaurants. Should you fancy getting out and about, enjoy the mountain scenery on a hike or horseback ride<\/a>, then return for a dip in the secluded pool.<\/p>\n Your South African journey ends at nThambo Tree Camp<\/a> in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger area<\/a>. With just five stilted chalets, the experience at nThambo is personal and immersive, and the activities are completely flexible. The guides and trackers are some of the best in the country and they will join you on all game drives<\/a> and walking safaris<\/a>, seeking out members of the Big Five, African painted dogs and sensational birdlife. Should you fancy a night drive, hyena, porcupine and aardwolf may appear too\u2026 After sunset, you\u2019ll find the Boma area abuzz with other guests, where you\u2019ll swap stories from the day in the firelight.<\/p>\n Elephants may just join you for a drink at the nThambo Tree Camp pool<\/p><\/div>\n On this epic trip<\/a>, you\u2019ll combine Cape Town<\/a> and an unforgettable safari with one the Seven Natural Wonders of the World: Victoria Falls<\/a>. Find your feet in Cape Town, strolling from funky vintage shop to tasty bistro and the Skittle-coloured houses of the Bo-Kaap to the historic and poignant District Six Museum; hiking mountain trails<\/a>; paragliding from the top of Lion\u2019s Head; driving the scenic route to Cape Point<\/a>; and wine tasting in the picturesque Constantia Valley<\/a>. Afterwards, the characterful Welgelegen House<\/a> (one of our Cape Town favourites) will be waiting to welcome you back.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll see an entirely different side to South Africa<\/a> when you arrive in the Klaserie Nature Reserve, the largest private reserve on the borders of the iconic Kruger National Park<\/a>. Completely in tune with the wild surroundings, the rooms at nThambo Tree Camp<\/a> fulfill the treehouse dreams of your childhood with roll-up walls revealing a 180\u00b0 view. Your safari begins before leaving the camp as wildebeest, zebra and impala arrive at the nearby waterhole – and elephant may even join you at the pool for a drink. The majestic Drakensberg Mountains watch over you whilst exploring by 4×4 or foot, led by your all-knowing guide, ready to spot giraffe, hippo, lion (and the rest of the Big Five) and the highly-coveted African painted dog.<\/p>\n Your final stop is the enthralling Victoria Falls, which you can admire from various viewpoints<\/a>, each more gasp-worthy than the next. Otherwise, enjoy a cruise<\/a> along the Zambezi River or take to a helicopter<\/a> and hover high overhead for a different view. The mighty \u2018Smoke that Thunders\u2019 plunges into the gorge with such force that its rising mist can be seen from almost 50 kilometres away and rainbows often appear within it. You can make a similar plunge with a thrilling bungee jump<\/a> or take on the rapids on a white water rafting excursion<\/a>. Following a day like this, there\u2019s nothing better than a hot, bubbly soak in the tub and hearty dinner beside the fire at Bayete Guest Lodge<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"Kruger](\"https:\/\/assets.timbuktutravel.com\/regions\/kodak_images\/000\/000\/003\/original\/1-kruger-national-park-south-afr.jpeg?w=150&h=150&auto=format&fit=min&dpr=2&q=50&crop=center)
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<\/a>Southern Africa’s highlights all-in-one<\/h2>\n
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