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Best of South Africa and Namibia
23-day Private
Journey
Starts in Cape Town on
October 17,
2009
Visiting Cape Town, Winelands,
Garden Route, Kruger National Park,
Windhoek, Swakopmund,
Damaraland and Etosha National Park |
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Hotel Graeme
Cape Town |
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The
Hotel Graeme is ideally situated only a five
minute walk from the Victoria & Alfred
Waterfront, Cape Town’s central business
district and a short drive from Clifton and
Camps Bay beaches. The hotel offers guests
casual elegance with sophisticated style. |
Franschhoek Country House
Franschhoek |
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Set in the picturesque wine-producing valley of
Franschhoek, the Franschhoek Country House &
Villas offers luxury and indulgence. This
restored manor house and former perfumery dating
back to 1890, is situated on the outskirts of
the village in the Cape wine lands and is
surrounded by enchanting vineyards and majestic
mountains. |
Knysna Hollow
Knysna |
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Knysna Hollow is beautifully set on a secluded
old country estate near Knysna's famous lagoon
in the South African Garden Route. Set amongst
timeless oaks and pecan trees, the gracious old
Manor House forms the focal point of the lodge.
The garden rooms and chalets are situated in
lush gardens and have been tastefully decorated
with a Knysna forest feel. |
Mantobeni Camp
Manyeleti Game Reserve |
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Mantobeni Camp is designed to reflect Hemingways’
Africa. This tented camp is nestled in a Tamboti
grove overlooking a dry river bed. The reception
areas comprise a large sitting area, indoor and
outdoor areas, bar and climate controlled wine
cellar. The tents are comfortably furnished with
king-sized beds and soft leather couches. Each
tent leads onto its own bathroom with bath,
double shower and separate toilet. |
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Umlani Bush Camp
Timbavati Game Reserve |
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Umlani Bushcamp is a classic African safari
camp located in the Timbavati Private Nature
Reserve, which forms part of the Greater
Kruger National Park. This authentic camp is
the ultimate experience of true wilderness
and seclusion, accommodating only 16 guests
in traditional African reed and thatch huts.
Enjoy the warm atmosphere of candlelight and
oil lamps as well as open-air bush showers
fuelled by wood fires.
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Kalahari Sands
Windhoek |
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The
Kalahari conjures up images of golden dunes,
mystical nights and Bushmen artifacts. The
Kalahari Sands Hotel is a tribute to these
metaphors and is a stepping stone to Namibia and
the gateway to Etosha National Park and the
Namib Desert. |
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The Desert Express
On board the train |
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At Windhoek
Station the boarding call spurs you into action.
Once inside the Desert Express you are welcomed
with a refreshing fruit cocktail while you make
yourself comfortable in one of the plush
coaches. Slowly the train departs, leaving the
city far behind. Soon the hustle and bustle of
civilization is only a distant memory. |
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Hansa Hotel
Swakopmund |
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A
consistent winner of annual service awards, the
Hansa Hotel is a historical gateway to
everything that Swakopmund and the surrounding
area has to offer.
Note: their website is often unavailable for
several hours at a time. |
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Mowani Mountain Camp
Damaraland |
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Built high upon a rocky outcrop, the views from
every room are spectacular. This unique hotel is
tastefully furbished with a distinct African
flavour. Whether relaxing in the folds of your
crisp white bed, enjoying a romantic dinner
under the stars or throwing caution to the wind
in the open-air bush bathroom, you'll be
delighted by this unique bush experience! |
Ongava Lodge
Etosha |
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Ongava Lodge is situated along the southern
boundary of Etosha National Park in the
privately owned Ongava Game Reserve. Ongava is
the ideal base for activities in Etosha.
Accommodation is in air-conditioned brick, rock
and thatch chalets, each with en-suite
facilities. |
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Mokuti Lodge
Etosha |
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Mokuti Lodge boasts unique African charm
combined with international standards of luxury
- situated on the eastern edge of the Etosha
National Park, renowned to be one of the most
spectacular game viewing areas in Africa. Each
of the chalets, set under cool thatch, is
equipped with en-suite bathroom,
air-conditioning and ceiling fan. |
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