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Maputaland – a favourite of ours given it’s unbeatable diversity of landscapes, ecosystems and activities all within one lesser known region of South Africa.
Fly in to Mkuze with 2-29 passengers and go Tiger Fishing on the Jozini Dam, site the big 5 in one of the many 5-star lodges in the area including; Phinda, Thonga Beach and Thanda.
It doesn’t end there; dive with Whale Sharks at Sodwana or view Turtle eggs hatch on the beach under a full African moon. Lengthy road transfers keep this one of South Africa’s hidden gems. This region is hard to beat!
The majestic Drakensberg mountains cast a beautiful background for the ultimate hiking, mountain biking and caving.
If action is not what you are after, take a tour of the Anglo-Boer war battle sites with insightful guides, sip on one of many locally crafted beers or try your luck at some of South Africa’s best Trout fly-fishing waters. Numerous airstrips serve lodges and towns wrapping around the mountain range.
Helicopter access to less accessible areas of the mountains can be arranged.
Ideally situated in the game rich Marakele National Park, this private concession of 23000 hectares is one of South Africa’s newest attractions providing 5-star accommodation.
Fall asleep to the distant roar of a Lion and wake up for a memorable walk amongst the Big 5.
Charters for 2-12 passengers at a time into the Marataba’s well-kept airstrip completes an otherwise arduous 4 hour road trip from Johannesburg.
Known throughout the world as one of Africa’s top game reserves, the 75000 hectare reserve offers a luxurious yet affordable Big 5 experience. The reserve collection caters for couples, familes and larger groups with a delectable selection of lodges.
Land at Madikwe’s tarred runway with 2-19passengers on one of Bastions fixed wing aircraft or land directly at some of the lodges private heli-pads within 2 hours of landing at Johannesburg International Airport.
Owned by South African business mogul, this bespoke destination was often home to the great Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel during his years of uniting South Africa through a process of reconciliation. The lodge is well positioned in the Vaalwater region where sitings of the Big 5 are almost a given.
The Saxon Hotel also owned by businessman Douw Steyn is great stopover if passing through Johannesburg. Best accessed by helicopter with a helipad perched on a cliff overlooking the massive man made Shambala Dam.
Pick-ups by helicopter from OR Tambo International airport make this a highly memorable and convenient trip to this amazing destination.
South Africa’s largest game reserve plays host to the Big 5 with numerous lodges to cater for couples, families and large groups.
The Kruger National Park is home to some of South Africa’s best lodges including; Ulusaba, Royal Malewane, Hamiltons, Lions Camp, Sabi Sabi, Singita and Leopard Hills Lodge.
Fly in with 2-29 passengers to one of the many tarred and untarred strips. Helicopter transfers are also available into most lodges.
The beautiful red and green landscapes of the Kalahari will have you mesmerized. The more arid and isolated part of South Africa is more easily accessible by air where the Big 5 are joined by sitings of the roaming Gemsbok and the unfamiliar bark of Jackals in the distance. Reserves such as Tswalu cater for the bespoke.
Fly in with 2-29 passengers into Tswalu’s tarred runway.
Jet into the Mother City in style and feast on Cape Towns many offerings…simply too many to enjoy in one trip.
Take a tour of the National Heritage site Robben Island, cableway to the top of Table Mountain, dive with Great White sharks in Gaansbaai or helicopter into one of the hundreds of wine farms in the area known for some of the best food and wine in the world.
The city has something for everyone, your choices are endless!
Fly in to Cape Town with 2-150 passengers.