Experience the best of both worlds with this trip that takes you on safari in South Africa before flying to beautiful island of Mauritius for a week’s relaxation on the beach. In Madikwe Game Reserve stay at Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge where the rangers have unparalleled knowledge of the local wildlife. The reserve is home to over 13,000 animals including the Big-Five, making it the perfect choice for a safari holiday. In Mauritius stay in complete luxury at the Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort, one of our favourite beach hotels. Here there is a 300 metre golden beach, and lagoon with clear turquoise waters. Everything from champagne to a glass bottom boat ride is included in the all-inclusive package.
UK to Johannesburg
Depart the UK for your overnight flight to Johannesburg
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge
On arrival, make your way to the Federal Air counter and check in for the light aircraft flight to Madikwe. You will be met and transferred by road to Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge for your four night stay with all meals and scheduled safari activities included.
Accommodation: Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge
Madikwe Safari
Spend the day on safari in the malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve. The area is home to over 13,000 animals including Africa's famed big five. Buffalo Ridge Lodge is run by the community and the local rangers have exceptional knowledge of the wildlife. This is an excellent walking and open vehicle safari destination. Game drives, bush walks, birding, tracking, stargazing and bush dining are among the activities on offer. As this was the first 100% community-owned safari camp in South Africa the lodge benefits the community and contributes to the unique atmosphere at Buffalo Ridge.
Accommodation: Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge
Madikwe Safari
An early start is required for this mornings safari, explore Madikwe Game Reserve by specially adapted 4x4 safari vehicle, your guide and ranger will look out not only for the big five but the smaller animals that you might find difficult to spot yourself. Madikwe Game Reserve boasts a tremendous diversity of flora and fauna, including both black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog. The day is spent at the lodge enjoying the breathtaking views from the stunning swimming pool or relaxing on your terrace. You will enjoy a further safari experience in the afternoon which will be followed dinner, this could be on the deck under a sky full of stars or in the lodges boma.
Accommodation: Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge
Madikwe Safari
The Madikwe reserve has a very different ecology to the other reserves in South Africa, because of its location it has a very Desert, moonscape feel to it. This makes it a haven for more unusual animals such as Meerkat and the rare Wild Dog.
Accommodation: Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge
Madikwe to Mauritius
This morning you will be transferred to OR Tambo Johannesburg International Airport. On arrival check in for your 4 hour flight to Mauritius. On arrival in to Mauritius you will be met and transferred to Heritage Awali in the South of the Island for your 7 night stay in a deluxe room on an all inclusive basis.
Accommodation: Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort
Mauritius
Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort is set along on 300 metres of golden beach, beside the clear turquoise waters of the lagoon. The all inclusive here truly lives up to it’s name, with champagne and premium brand drinks, room service and a free massage per stay. Also included is a complimentary half-day tour, golf green fees , pastries and pancakes in the afternoon and access to the Bel Ombre Nature Reserve. You will never run out of activities to keep you busy- the resort has everything from pools, to catamaran cruises, to deep-sea fishing.
Accommodation: Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort
Transfer to the airport
Today you will be met and transferred to the airport. Check in for your overnight to the UK
Return flight to the UK
Arrive in to the UK
Pricing Information & Dates
14 day tour, from £3545 - £4930 per person
Price Includes:
- Flights
- Accommodation
- Transfers
- Guide
| Itinerary Dates |
From Price |
|
01 Aug 2017
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31 Oct 2017
|
£3830 |
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01 Nov 2017
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20 Dec 2017
|
£4175 |
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16 Dec 2017
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31 Jan 2018
|
£4930 |
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01 Jan 2018
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30 Apr 2018
|
£3995 |
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01 May 2018
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31 Jul 2018
|
£3545 |
Price Includes
• International flights from the UK on flight inclusive package price
• Round trip flights between Johannesburg and Madikwe Game Reserve
• 4 nights at Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge on a full board basis inclusive of two safari activities per full day
• 7 nights at Heritage Awali on an all inclusive basis
• Round trip private airport transfers in Mauritius
Price Excludes
• Personal Items
• Drinks other than specified
• Visa fee
Price Notes
supplements apply for school holidays and festive season
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