Overview
Safari and sand in style
A stylish combination of design-led boutique hotels and eco lodges for a fabulous nine nights between Cape Town, the Kruger and Mozambique.
Starting in the ‘Mother City’, marvel at the iconic coastal views and be shown around the buzzing street food and restaurant scene on a foodie tour. You’ll also get to spend a full day on a private tour of the Winelands.
Then head out on safari from a luxury lodge in a private reserve, getting up-close encounters with lions, elephants, giraffes and more on wild game drives and nature walks.
End beside the Indian Ocean on the Mozambican coast at the stunning Sussurro, a super-chic beachside retreat from some downtime and culture.
Highlights
Trip highlights
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Big Five safari experience in South Africa's Kruger
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The freedom of a private concession with walks and night drives
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Indian Ocean island luxury on beautiful Benguerra
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Diving, kayaking and sailing in Bazaruto's marine reserve
Inclusions
What's included
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Nine nights of luxury accommodation
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Safari and island activities
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Internal flights and transfers
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Price per person based on two people sharing
An unforgettable trip with a positive impact
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Community & Culture
Properties and experiences that uplift and empower local communities.
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Conservation
Supports wildlife projects, protected areas and ecosystem regeneration.
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Footprint
Lodges and camps chosen for their sustainability credentials and initiatives.
Days 1 — 4
Cool Cape Town
Cape Town is a wonderful introduction to South Africa. Staying at one of the city’s most architecturally daring hotels, see its highlights and its stunning surroundings on privately guided tours with time to discover the buzzing Waterfront, art galleries and scenic hikes at your own pace.
You’ll be immersed in Cape Town’s rich and diverse cultural heritage on a taste-driven tour around the city’s buzzing restaurant and street food scene, and spend a day out in the wonderful Winelands visiting historic vineyards and up and coming wineries with an expert guide.
Days 4 — 7
Kruger safari
Next venture northeast for a safari in search of South Africa’s most iconic wildlife in a private reserve bordering the legendary Kruger National Park. Morning and afternoon game drives are a staple and the best way to see elephants, lions, rhinos and more up close while leopards are a particular highlight of the area.
Immersive walking safaris led by expert trackers and exciting night drives get you closer to nature and more unusual species, while unique dining experiences out in the bush under the stars will stay with you for years to come.
A luxury tented lodge with magnificent views of the African bush and beyond from its vantage point in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.
Tengile River Lodge features nine delicate floating suites looking out over the Sand River in the Greater Kruger.
Days 7 — 10
Serene Sussurro
From the Kruger, fly to Vilankulos in Mozambique, then drive up the coast to the remote Nhamabue Peninsula and the fabulous Sussurro, a mindfully built beach retreat on the shores of an Indian Ocean lagoon with community and sustainability at its core.
Enjoy three nights in your beautifully designed thatch and stone bungalow, with days spent relaxing on the sands and indulging in local organic produce. Explore by traditional sailing dhow, visit fishing villages, snorkel in warm waters and SUP at sunset in this unforgettable corner of Africa.
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Example trips
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Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
What makes us different
Why Niarra
Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.
