Formerly Eastern Transvaal, Mpumalanga is known as ‘Paradise Country’ for its magnificent scenery and extraordinary flora and fauna. Stories of the 1870s gold rush pioneers and intriguing native legends add great historical resonance to the beautiful landscape. Home to fascinating gold rush towns and dozens of sanctuaries teeming with life, Mpumalanga’s most famous landmark is the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Established in 1898, the Kruger is South Africa’s flagship park; unrivalled in its diversity of wild and birdlife, cultural treasures such as bushman rock paintings and ancient archaeological sites are conserved with as much diligence as the park’s natural assets.
Recommended accommodation
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Camp Jabulani
Set within the 32,000 acre private grounds of Kapama, one of Southern Africa's most exclusive Big 5 game reserves located in the Limpopo Province, Camp Jabulani offers a unique elephant back safari experience.
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Cybele Forest Lodge & Health Spa
Cybele Forest Lodge & Health Spa is encircled by mountains and meadows, high in the cool, whispering forests.
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Garonga and Little Garonga
Garonga and Little Garonga are exclusive, intimate and holistic safari camps set in a pristine wilderness west of the Kruger National Park
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Leopard Hills
Built on a hilltop in Sabi Sands bordering the Kruger National Park, Leopard Hills is as glamorous as its name implies.
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Lion Sands Ivory Lodge
The south facing riverside lodge, which houses twelve people in six ultra luxurious, large air-conditioned rooms linked by wooden walkways, offers magnificent views into the open sand banks of the Kruger National Park.
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Londolozi
Londolozi is a fabulous Private Game Reserve set in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife theatres the Sabi Sand.
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Royal Malewane
Stylish beyond belief, Royal Malewane has just eight palatial vaulted suites complete with fireplaces for cooler evenings, elegant bathrooms and enormous wooden decks with private infinity plunge pools.
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Singita
As far as iconic safari experiences go, the four award-winning Singita Lodges are in a league of their own.
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Tanda Tula
Tanda Tula is set in a wonderfully serene location. Shaded by ancient trees, it consists of twelve thatched, Hemingway-style tented suites, each with an en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower and private deck.
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Tintswalo
This five star lodge overlooks a waterhole frequented by abundant numbers of Big Five game. Over 105 different animal and 450 bird species roam freely around Tintswalo providing the ultimate game viewing experience.
Sample itinerary
DAY 1 LONDON/JOHANNESBURG
Schedule overnight flight from London to Johannesburg.
DAY 2 JOHANNESBURG/ETALI
Arrive into Johannesburg and transfer by road to Etali Lodge for a 3 night stay.
DAY 3 - 4 ETALI
2 days of activities including game drives and pampering in the wellness centre.
DAY 5 ETALI/SINGITA
Depart from Etali by light aircraft to Singita for a 4 night stay.
DAY 6 - 8 SINGITA
3 days of activities including morning and evening game drives and game walks.
DAY 9 SINGITA/THE GRACE HOTEL
Depart from Singita by light aircraft to Johannesburg and road transfer to The Grace Hotel for a 1 night stay.
DAY 10 JOHANNESBURG/OBEROI
Depart from Johannesburg on schedule flight to the Oberoi in Mauritius for a 6 night stay.
DAY 11 - 15 OBEROI
5 days of activities including diving, snorkelling, exploring the island, relaxing and being pampered in the spa.
DAY 16 MAURITIUS/LONDON
Transferred from the Oberoi to the airport for the schedule overnight flight to London.
DAY 17 LONDON
Early morning arrival into London.
Price from £5,350 excluding flights and some meals and drinks at the Oberoi and The Grace.
Please call us for a bespoke itinerary and quotation.
