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WHY YOU SHOULD GO\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n No\u00a0amount of African\u00a0film, literature or annual camping experience can quite prepare you for what is one of the most thrilling and adventure filled travel experiences, especially when your guided by\u00a0Abercrombie & Kent<\/strong>, pioneers of the luxury African safari. With their signature blend of authenticity and adventure A&K together with Sanctuary Retreats safari lodges and camps, share a commitment to conservation and responsible tourism, without compromising on comfort or luxury. \u00a0Getting it just right, the lodges and camps reveal an understanding of place, the architecture sympathetic towards the natural beauty of their surrounds and the experience kept real by the\u00a0expert local guides keeping you safe and informed!<\/p>\n STAY\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n At the\u00a0<\/strong>Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge, s<\/span>ituated within the Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa\u2019s North West Province with the enviable reputation for great\u00a0service, outstanding cuisine and an award winning wine cellar. Boutique in style and size, it caters for just sixteen guests which will\u00a0ensure personal attention and exclusivity for the most discerning of travellers. Experience being on safari without having to leave your secluded suite, with\u00a0<\/span>glass-walled rooms overlooking the Marico River offering uninterrupted views of the surrounding wild life and bush. <\/span>Although nothing quiet beats the thrill and trepidation of an early morning game drive, complete with blankets,\u00a0hot water bottles and the wealth of knowledge shared by the <\/span>guides. \u00a0Or for those\u00a0who wish to immerse themselves in the complete camp experience, hidden deep in the bush is a secure raised hide with a second-story sleeping deck, creating a unique opportunity to experience the ultimate nocturnal bush experience. Lion, elephant, black and white rhino, buffalo and leopard are all here in abundance, as well as cheetah, giraffe and both spotted and brown hyena. Keep an eye out for the elusive wild dog, Madikwe being one of the best places in Southern Africa to spot these rare animals, on the brink of extinction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In contrast – a playground of urban sophistication, cultural diversity and stunning scenery, Cape Town doesn’t disappoint as a cosmopolitan city with a contemporary and eclectic vibe.\u00a0 Not only is it becoming a hot culinary destination, but is an\u00a0ideal base for vinous discovery with easy day trips inland to the wine regions of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, or further a field to many of the wineries dotted around the Western Cape. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Stay at the One&Only Cape Town,\u00a0on the spectacular and quintessential waterfront location. \u00a0Immerse yourself in this very vibrant and urbane resort, while experiencing the history and culture of South Africa’s oldest city and modern day harbour. With breathtaking views of Table Mountain, One&Only just about covers everything from glamorous interiors to michelin stars, celebrity chefs and one of the best collections of wines in South Africa. \u00a0 Inovative Japenese cusine is parred with South African spices at Nobu, the only African outpost in the global empire of Michelin-starred Master Chef Nobuyuki ‘Nobu’ Matsuhisa. Add a spa situated on its own 1,000m\u00b2 private island in the midst of the resort and an infinity-edge pool surrounded by lush gardens and you could be forgiven for not venturing out to some of the world’s most spectacular beaches, only minutes from the city.<\/span><\/p>\n For a private indulgence stay at the luxurious Tintswalo Atlantic located between Hout Bay and Cape Town\u00a0on the jaw dropping scenic Chapman\u2019s Peak Drive. Literally nestled on the shore of the Altantic Ocean, the view over the bay to Cape Towns harbour is nothing short of spectacular. \u00a0Individually designed suites are luxurious yet cosy, along with\u00a0fine food and wine, intimate\u00a0lounges and sun decks, the atmosphere is more like staying in a private club or dear friends holiday home. \u00a0Ultimately it is the superb service and unique\u00a0character of the lodge\u00a0that makes the Tintswalo experience one not to miss. From Tintswalo follow the coastal road south to\u00a0the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, with magnificent ocean and beach views along the way and walking tracks that will lead you to the spectacular Cape Point.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_raw_html]JTNDZGl2JTIwc3R5bGUlM0QlMjJwYWRkaW5nJTNBNTYuMjUlMjUlMjAwJTIwMCUyMDAlM0Jwb3NpdGlvbiUzQXJlbGF0aXZlJTNCJTIyJTNFJTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZwbGF5ZXIudmltZW8uY29tJTJGdmlkZW8lMkYxMzM2OTM5NDAlM0ZiYWRnZSUzRDAlMjZhbXAlM0JhdXRvcGF1c2UlM0QwJTI2YW1wJTNCcGxheWVyX2lkJTNEMCUyNmFtcCUzQmFwcF9pZCUzRDU4NDc5JTIyJTIwZnJhbWVib3JkZXIlM0QlMjIwJTIyJTIwYWxsb3clM0QlMjJhdXRvcGxheSUzQiUyMGZ1bGxzY3JlZW4lM0IlMjBwaWN0dXJlLWluLXBpY3R1cmUlM0IlMjBjbGlwYm9hcmQtd3JpdGUlM0IlMjBlbmNyeXB0ZWQtbWVkaWElM0IlMjB3ZWItc2hhcmUlMjIlMjByZWZlcnJlcnBvbGljeSUzRCUyMnN0cmljdC1vcmlnaW4td2hlbi1jcm9zcy1vcmlnaW4lMjIlMjBzdHlsZSUzRCUyMnBvc2l0aW9uJTNBYWJzb2x1dGUlM0J0b3AlM0EwJTNCbGVmdCUzQTAlM0J3aWR0aCUzQTEwMCUyNSUzQmhlaWdodCUzQTEwMCUyNSUzQiUyMiUyMHRpdGxlJTNEJTIyTWFrYW55YW5lJTIwU2FmYXJpJTIwJTdDJTIwVG91cmlzbSUyMEZpbG0lMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZpZnJhbWUlM0UlM0MlMkZkaXYlM0UlM0NzY3JpcHQlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnBsYXllci52aW1lby5jb20lMkZhcGklMkZwbGF5ZXIuanMlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZzY3JpcHQlM0U=[\/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Sanctuary Makanyane Safari Lodge, South Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n VISIT\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The Victoria & Albert Waterfront shopping and dinning precint in Cape Town. Find time to wonder around the Watershed, which houses an eclectic mix of contemporary artisian\u00a0stalls\u00a0selling\u00a0everything\u00a0from contemporary art and design to traditional crafts.\u00a0\u00a0 Follow through to the\u00a0historical Pumphouse building for lunch, serving authentic market\u00a0street food accompanied by live music and craft beer!<\/p>\n Robben Island, a major highlight on any trip to the Mother City where many of South Africa’s most famous freedom fighters were incarcerated, including Nelson Mandela, who spent 18 years on the island. The island museum is situated about 11 km off the coast of Cape Town (30 minute ferry ride) and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site on December 1 1997. \u00a0Private tours of the island are led by former political prisoners, who share a unique glimpse into their experiences and the\u00a0‘triumph of the human spirit’.<\/p>\n