Escape to South Africa for a comprehensive three-week celebration that will capture your love and the years of adventure that lie ahead.
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What influences prices?A representative of African Sky will meet you in the arrival's hall of O.R. Tambo International Airport and assist you with walking between terminals and checking in for your flight to Mbombela (Nelspruit). Here, you will be met and transferred to Summerfield Rose Retreat, an intimate property on the banks of the Sabie River. At Summerfields, twelve secluded tents with glorious river and forest views provide an ideal romantic escape.
The first day will probably be spent relaxing after the long journey. On the second day of your stay, you could hike through the litchi, macadamia, and granadilla (passion fruit) orchards on this working farm, take a nature stroll along the riverbanks or through the lush forest, savor the pampering treatments available at the Rose Spa, or relax at the River Pool deck, where you can spot hippos in their natural environment. The on-site restaurant is renowned for the quality of the cuisine served.
Guests spend two nights at Summerfields Rose Retreat, with breakfast included daily.
After breakfast and a morning of relaxation, you will be met at 10 am for a transfer to Lukimbi Safari Lodge, built on a private concession in the Kruger National Park. The lodge blends harmoniously with the environment on the banks of the Lwakahle River. It enjoys exclusive traversing rights on a 15,000-hectare concession and offers amenities like a pool, library, and spa treatments. Elevated walkways connect the rooms to the central area.
Your days at Lukimbi focus on safari activities, which include two daily open 4x4 game drives led by experienced rangers and trackers. During these activities, you will encounter the Big Five and many different antelopes, most notably kudu, wildebeest, zebra, waterbuck, and impala. There other wildlife like giraffe, crocodile, zebra and hippo. Birders will delight in the variety of bird species, many of which can be spotted from your room's veranda or the camp's central areas.
You spend three nights at Lukimbi Safari Lodge on a full-board basis, with two open 4x4 safaris and a bush walk included daily.
Your last morning at Lukimbi is again devoted to a safari excursion into the surrounding wilderness. Breakfast is then followed by a transfer to the airport near Mbombela (Nelspruit) for a flight to Cape Town.
Guests are met at Cape Town International Airport and transferred to their hotel. The Portswood is located on the trendy V&A Waterfront and offers guests excellent accommodation, delectable cuisine, and world-class service. You have easy access to many of Cape Town's delights. A quick stroll will take you to the Two Oceans Aquarium and Maritime Museum. The V&A Waterfront is a veritable feast for the eyes and taste buds. The city center is a mere 3 km away, and here you will find the Houses of Parliament, the Cape Castle, and the National Gallery. For the ultimate Cape Town experience, take a cable car ride up Table Mountain. Beautiful stretches of white beaches beckon the honeymooners to stretch out and bask in the warm South African sunshine. (Activities are not included in the package price)
Please communicate with us before your arrival on one day of your stay on which you would like to enjoy a private day trip of the Cape Peninsula. On the morning of this day, you will be met at 8 am in the hotel lobby by an African Sky guide who will accompany you to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point with a visit to Boulders Beach on the return journey. You will be back at the hotel around 4 pm.
On the first day of your Cape Winelands visit, an African Sky guide will meet you after breakfast for a full-day Winelands tour en route to your next destination. Your first stop is the quaint town of Stellenbosch. Stellenbosch is the second-oldest town in South Africa and the heart of the South African wine industry. It offers the opportunity to view many of South Africa's finest examples of Cape Dutch architecture, set along oak-lined streets. You then visit two well-known wineries in the area where an introduction to the wine-making process is included. Guests also have the opportunity to sample some of South Africa's finest wines before visiting a cellar where the aging process of wine is explained. In the late afternoon, we head to Franschhoek.
The second and third days are spent in Franschhoek. The French Huguenots settled in the Franschhoek area in the late 18th century. They brought with them the knowledge and skill of the wine-making process, which has been further adapted to South African conditions to produce some of the finest wines in the world. In the late afternoon, we reach the overnight destination. Your accommodations are centrally located, with many attractions and activities within walking distance.
Guests spend three nights at Maison Chablis, with breakfast included daily.
Honeymooners are met at 10 am for a transfer to De Hoop Nature Reserve. The route crosses the stunning Franschhoek Pass before traversing the apple-producing region surrounding Grabouw and joining the N2 Highway. From here, you travel through the scenically beautiful Overberg Countryside before reaching the town of Swellendam. From here, a drive of just over an hour on gravel road will bring you to De Hoop, one of the finest coastal conservation areas in South Africa.
The reserve is home to wildlife, an incredible diversity of birdlife, and varied ecological areas, including a long stretch of beach from which the Southern right whale can be spotted from June to November. Your days are spent relaxing in this tranquil environment, hiking, or booking one of the many optional activities.
Activities are Subject to Availability. If you know which activities you want to include, we will gladly pre-book them.
These drives are in open vehicles, led by a local guide, and explore the reserve's rich flora and fauna.
On a guided walk with a knowledgeable guide, discover intertidal zones and learn about the coastal ecosystem and marine life.
On this guided tour, visit the Potberg Mountains to view the endangered Cape vulture and learn more about these magnificent birds.
Savor a boat trip on De Hoop Vlei to observe the landscape and spot various bird species.
Mountain Bikes can be rented to enjoy the many trails that crisscross the reserve.
From June to November, you can join a whale-watching tour to view Southern right whales that come close to shore to calve and mate.
Visitors can participate in an hour-long stargazing experience with a local expert.
Various massages and spa treatments are available.
Enjoy an accompanied bird-watching tour in search of the 260 species identified at the de Hoop.
On your last morning at De Hoop, you will be met for a transfer to the coastal town of Mosselbay, the southern gateway to the Garden Route. The journey will pass through the towns of Heidelberg and Riversdale before reaching Mosselbay. Your hotel is adjacent to Diaz Museum and overlooks the bay with mountains in the distance—a beautiful picture.
Many shops and restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel. You can relax by the pool or laze the days away at the blue-flag Santos Beach, under a kilometer from the hotel. Those more actively inclined can book optional activities like shark cage diving, seal island cruises, and fishing trips at the harbor which is a ten-minute walk away. The area has excellent golf courses, though this will require a drive of ten minutes to an hour. Consider a round at Pinnacle Point, Fancourt, or Oubaai. It is the ideal destination to spend some relaxing days at the end of your romantic interlude.
Guests spend 5 Nights at Protea Hotel Mosselbay, with breakfast included daily.
After breakfast, guests are transferred to George Airport for a flight to Johannesburg, where three memorable weeks of special time with their partner ends.