Tours
It’s official! Cape Town has been crowned the World’s Best Holiday Hotspot in 2023, according to The UK Post Office Travel Money’s 17th annual Worldwide Holiday Costs Barometer. Cape Town beat 39 other destinations to claim the top spot, proving itself as the ultimate destination for a memorable vacation.
Southern Africa is a land of vast horizons, majestic scenery, and a host of contrasting cultures. Delegates and accompanying persons are invited to explore the diverse wonders of this boundless land. An exciting selection of pre- and post-congress tours has been designed to meet the needs of the most discerning traveler. Most tours are two nights/three days either side of the congress. Should these not meet your requirements; itineraries can be tailored to suit every taste and budget.
Connecting flights to and from the game reserves leave mid to late morning.
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SPECIALIZED TOURS cc
Margi Biggs
Cell:+27 82 770 1440
Email: info@specializedtours.co.za
BUSH SAFARI
This is the traveller’s chance to see untamed Africa, while still enjoying the luxury and comfort offered by a selection of exclusive game reserves. All offer excellent accommodation, superb cuisine, personalized attention and the excitement of game viewing from open safari vehicles under the care of qualified rangers.
A typical three day visit to the Bushveld will depart from Johannesburg mid-morning for a short read more
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SABI SANDS AND TIMBAVATI
Idube Lodge, Sabi Sands Game Reserve (m) 2 Nights 3 Days ex Kruger Mpumalanga Airport
A stay at Idube combines the peace and tranquility of the unspoilt bush with the comfort of a luxury lodge. Ten spacious private chalets accommodate 20 guests and feature en suite bathrooms, outside showers, air-conditioning, overhead fans and have excellent views of the surrounding bush read more
* Lion Sands Tinga Lodge (m) 2 Nights 3 Days Fly In ex Kruger Mpumalanga Airport
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is a safari lodge in the Kruger National Park, and is built around a 200-year-old jackalberry tree. The old-world luxury lodge offers a comfortable colonial-style retreat and a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere. Go on game drives and walks around the reserve, where you will have the opportunity read more
* Singita Lodges, Sabi Sands Game Reserve (m) 2 Nights 3 Days Fly In ex Mpumalanga Airport
Singita Private Game Reserve, the most elegant bush destination in South Africa, is situated in and around the Kruger National Park. Singita has supreme wildlife and safari experiences. A stay at Singita is about many things: exceptional game viewing, remarkable design and innovative food and wine - all combined read more
Kambaku Safari Lodge, Timbavati (m) 2 Nights 3 Days ex Hoedspruit Airport
This is most affordable option. Kambaku Safari Lodge is situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which is open to the world- renowned Kruger National Park. The camp is well situated in this unspoilt natural wilderness area, home to an astonishing array of animals including the Big Five. Kambaku Safari Lodge read more
* Kapama River Lodge, Timbavati Game Reserve (m) 2 Nights 3 Days Fly In ex Hoedspruit
The largest of the Kapama Private Game Reserve camps is River Lodge. It’s wide, open spaces and airy design are a constant reminder that you sleeping under the African sky. Beside the luxury five-star accommodation, River Lodge is more festive and social than there smaller, quieter camps, which is why young couples and groups read more
Tanda Tula Tented Camp, Timbavati (m) 2 Nights 3 Days ex Hoedspruit Airport
Family owned and renowned as one of the most luxurious tented game camps in South Africa. Tanda Tula is situated amid 20 000 acres of bushveld adjacent to the Kruger National Park, only 40 minutes’ drive from Hoedspruit Airport. With only a handful of visitors and a vehicle density of less than one per square mile read more
EASTERN CAPE
Pumba Game Lodge 2 Nights 3 Days ex Port Elizabeth Airport (Gqeberha)
Together with unrivalled beauty and an abundance of wildlife, Pumba Private Game Reserve & Spa provides a premium game viewing experience not soon to be forgotten. View the famous Big 5 (lions, leopards, buffalos, rhinos and elephants) or the vast array of more than 250 species of bird. Search for over read more
Gorah Elephant Camp 2 Nights 3 Days ex Port Elizabeth Airport (Gqeberha)
Experience the adventure and romantic mystique of the authentic Africa safari of centuries past. Gorah Elephant Camp is a luxurious tented camp, with a gracious manor house overlooking a waterhole teaming with game in the heart of the Addo National Park. Gorah is the only private concession and Camp situated read more
GOLFING
In and Around Cape Town and the Garden Route
Golfing in the Western Cape is a world-class experience. There are so many superb golf courses to choose from and it is hardly possible to play enough of these stunning courses during one single trip. Cape Town's finest courses include Steenberg, Royal Cape and Westlake. Just over the mountain you'll find the pristine Winelands courses, such as Erinvale, Pearl Valley, Stellenbosch read more
Golfing in Cape Town and Winelands – 3 Nights/4 Days
Spend three nights at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa in absolute luxury with the added pleasure of playing a round of golf at the top ranked golf course in the Western Cape.Experience 3 top Golf courses in the area.
The Erinvale Golf Course enjoys panoramic views over the seaside town of Somerset West, near Cape Town. Players at Erinvale can enjoy the views read more
Sun City package (3 Nights/4 Days)
Travel to a place of legend and myth, a place where it is possible to live like a king in a palace. Here you can float over endless landscapes watching the sun rise, experience Mother Nature as she is meant to be in the Pilanesberg National Park, or simply lounge around the pool whilst sipping a cocktail. Sun City Resort truly offers everything a guest might want. From the luxurious read more
Fancourt Hotel and Country Club, Pezula excluding flights (3 Nights/4 Days)
A combination of old- world charm and contemporary luxuries distinguishes Fancourt Hotel and Country Club Estate from the rest. The golf courses include two 18-hole courses designed by Gary Player, an 18-hole Links course, a fourth 18-hole course, driving range and practice greens. The Health and Beauty Spa offers read more
LUXURY TRAIN
Rovos Rail
Cape Town/Meyerton – 16 December 2023
Depart ROVOS Pretoria station at 10h00 go by coach to Meyerton Station
Arrival Meyerton 10am coach to Pretoria ROVOS Station for arrival at 11h30 read more
Cape Town/Meyerton – 16 December 2023
Depart ROVOS Pretoria station at 10h00 go by coach to Meyerton Station
Arrival Meyerton 10am coach to Pretoria ROVOS Station for arrival at 11h30 read more
OTHER INTERESTS
Extended stay Cape Town
Mount Nelson Hotel – 3 Nights, 4 Days
In the heart of Cape Town - Nestled between the slopes of Table Mountain and the vibrant city, when you step through our gates, you enter a world of relaxation and glamour. Take a timeless tea on our terrace and stroll through storied gardens or bathe beneath clear skies with pioneering gastronomy with local roots and close collaboration with South Africa’s creative read more
Cape Town Ocean and Cederberg Wilderness Reserve Combo 4 Nights, 5 Days
Transfer to the spectacularly located Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, for a one-night stay, with a Thai Massage included. With the Twelve Apostles Mountain range as a backdrop and uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean views to the front, it's no surprise that this is one of Cape Town's most sought-after hotels read more
Nature at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve – 2 Nights, 3 Days ex Cape Town
A very special experience for nature lovers. Grootbos Forest Lodge is located in the 1 200ha Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Overberg Mountains, this award-winning lodge features a sophisticated design and has been constructed using local sandstone and sustainably read more
Garden Route Tour Cape Town to Port Elizabeth 5 Nights, 6 Days
Day 1: Monday - Cape Town - Cape Agulhas - Mossel Bay
This morning you will be met by your local tour guide and depart for the scenic Garden Route. Travel along Sir Lowry’s Pass, with its magnificent views, to Grabouw and Elgin, a lush landscape surrounded read more
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Garden Route Tour Port Elizabeth to Cape Town 3 Nights, 4 Days
Day 1: Sunday - Port Elizabeth - Knysna
Meet you representative and fellow travellers and head westwards along the Garden Route, which follows the Indian Ocean coastline and is bordered inland by soaring mountain ranges and read more
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Cape Winelands ex Cape Town Lanzerac Hotel 2 Nights, 3 Days with vehicle & driver for 2 days
Historic charming lodgings, warm service and tranquil surrounds at this three-centuries-old estate in Stellenbosch – after a fire the hotel has emerged more beautiful than ever, with beautifully refurbished rooms, a spa that knocks the socks off even the most well-heeled resorts in Europe, three dining venues with read more
Romantic Getaway 2 Nights, 3 Days Boschendal Cottages (with car hire)
Boschendal Farm Estate one of the top nine family hotels in the world for 2020 - If you’re looking for wide open spaces and a taste of luxury farm living, look no further for your home away from home. Visit Boschendal for the best Franschhoek Accommodation. Soaking up the scenic views of the surrounding read more
DAY TOURS IN CAPE TOWN
Cape Town and the areas surrounding have so much to offer the traveller. From the World Heritage site Table Mountain to the Clifton beaches and magnificent Winelands, together with unusual wildlife such as the Jackass penguins, hyrax and whales. Historically it is also the place to get an understanding of the Cultural history of South Africa. This is also a Botanical treasure with great gardens and amazing diversity of plan life. It is also possible to visit great read more
Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour – R1 700.00 per person
Includes Chapman’s Peak Drive (if open), entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape of Good Hope, Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach (entrance fee for own account), Tea & Cake and a visit to Rhodes Memorial |Excludes lunch, Seal Island boat cruise
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Half Day Cape Point Tour – R1 360.00 per person
Departs at ± 08h00 and returns at ± 12h30 | Includes Chapman’s Peak Drive (if open), entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve, Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach (entrance fee for own account)
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Half Day City and Table Mountain Tour – R730.00 per person
Includes Malay Quarter, Table Mountain (excludes the cost of the Cable Way ticket & weather permitting), drive past the Parliament Buildings, City Hall, Slave Lodge & Company Gardens, visit to the Castle of Good Hope (time permitting), visit to Diamond read more
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Half Day Winelands Tour – R970.00 per person
Includes drive through historic Stellenbosch, 1 wine tasting, a second wine tasting will be included (time permitting)
Departs at ± 14h00 and returns at ± 17h00
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Full Day Cape Highlights Tour – R2 060.00 per person
Includes Chapman’s Peak Drive (if open), entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve, 1 wine tasting in the Stellenbosch area | Excludes lunch
Departs at ± 08h00 and returns at ± 17h00
Minimum 2 adults required
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Full day Winelands Tour - R1 550.00 per person
Includes travelling through historic wine-making towns of Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch, 3 wine tastings and 1 cellar tour | Excludes lunch
Departs at ± 08h30 and returns at ± 17h00
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Half Day Township Cultural Tour – R870.00 per person
Includes the Malay Quarter, District Six and Langa Township, a visit to a church service in Langa (on the Sunday morning tour)
Departs 09h00 and returns at ± 12h30 or Departs Mon-Fri at ± 13h30 and returns at ± 17h00, SAT/SUN & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS read more
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Full Day Aquila Safari – R 2 895.00 per person
R 3 195.00 per person (20/12/23 – 15/01/24)
Depart from Cape Town between 09h00-10h00 and arrives back in Cape Town between 18h00-19h30 | Minimum 2 adults required | Includes lunch & open vehicle game drive
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Marine Big Five Safari from Gansbaai – R3 500.00 per person
Includes a 2 hour Cruise from Gansbaai area known for great white sharks, whales and Cape Fur seals
Departs 06h00 returning at 16h00
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Full Day Franschhoek Wine Tram & Babylonstoren Farm Experience – R1 640.00 per person
Includes return transfers from Cape Town City Centre Hotels, passage on the wine tram, two wine tastings & expert local guide - Passage on the wine tram and two wine tastings
Departs Wednesdays 08h30 and ends 17h00
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Table Mountain Hiking Adventure – R1 610.00 per person
Includes return transfers from Cape Town City Centre Hotels, picnic lunch and expert guide
Departs 06h45 Monday - Wednesday and ends 13h30 (Summer) subject to favourable weather conditions
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Chauffeured Motorbike Sidecar Whale Route Experience - R4 230.00 per person
Includes return transfers from Cape Town City Centre, 1 x craft beer tasting or 1 x wine tasting
Lunch, motorbike (maximum 2 guests per 1 motorbike with sidecar - 1 guest in the sidecar and 1 guest on pillion seat behind the driver/guide) read more
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