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Blend vibey Cape Town with the exceptional wildlife haven, the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, in the Big 5 Greater Kruger - a classic bucket-list safari
Our safari will romance you with the Mother City’s abundance of hip restaurants, sandy white beaches, outdoor activities, and iconic landmarks before sweeping you off your feet with wall-to-wall wildlife action in the Sabi Sand – just over 2 hours away by air.
This safari is packed with the best that South Africa has to offer
Blend vibey Cape Town with exceptional Big 5 game viewing in this classic bucket list safari
Highlights
Luxury stays in boutique hotels and luxury lodges in Cape Town and the Sabi Sand Game Reserve - enjoy riverfront suites, spa, pool, and gourmet dining.
Morning and evening game drives in the private Sabi Sand offer unforgettable encounters with the Big Five and other wildlife.
Guided activities - bush walks, night drives, and sleeping under the stars create immersive, once-in-a-lifetime safari moments.
Explore iconic Table Mountain, Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, and the Cape Winelands.
Locations
Cape Town, South Africa's vibrant 'Mother City', is dominated by the majestic Table Mountain, ringed by pristine white-sand beaches like Clifton and Boulders (home to charming penguins). Cape Town offers a rich cultural experience at the V&A Waterfront, a poignant visit to Robben Island, and stunning Cape Peninsula tours.
Sabi Sand Game Reserve is home to the legendary Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) and other species such as cheetahs, wild dogs, zebras, hyenas and giraffes. Sabi Sand, best known for excellent leopard sightings, is part of the Greater Kruger, an open ecosystem that shares an unfenced border with Kruger National Park. Access is exclusive to lodge guests, ensuring a private wildlife experience.
Lodges and hotels
4 nights at Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel: nestled in Cape Town’s vibrant Kloof Street neighbourhood, this historic hotel has been carefully restored with local artisan touches. Its 19 rooms blend classic charm with modern luxury, making it an ideal retreat for travellers seeking comfort, style, and a peaceful base to explore the city’s culture and energy.
4 nights at Lion Sands River Lodge: a refined take on the classic safari lodge, featuring light, contemporary décor and luxury rooms set along a riverfront path. With beautiful views and an intimate atmosphere, it’s an ideal retreat for couples, families, and friends to reconnect with nature and each other.
Timing
The most popular period for this luxurious itinerary, encompassing Cape Town and the Greater Kruger, is from August to mid-November. July to mid-November marks the dry season in South Africa's Greater Kruger - when wildlife sightings are at their best due to less vegetation cover and the lack of surface water forcing wildlife to congregate near permanent water sources.
Cape Town and the Cape Winelands enjoy a Mediterranean climate, characterised by cold, wet winter months (June to September) that transition into warm, dry summer months from October to March, offering ideal conditions for outdoor exploration and wine tasting.
You can enjoy this safari at any time of year, with careful planning to cater for the Cape Town winter and the bushveld summer. Our safari experts will help you make the best timing decision.
Price per person sharing
8 nights (9 days) | ||
Low season | May to Aug 2026 | from ZAR 117,059 |
High season | 01 Sep to 19 Dec 2026 | from ZAR 132,304 |
Includes: All airport transfers, flight from Cape Town to Kruger, accommodation, breakfasts in Cape Town and all meals, drinks, activities and park fees while at Lion Sands River Lodge, 24-hour logistical support
Excludes: International flights and airport departure tax, excess luggage weight charges, visa or entry permits, mandatory travel, cancellation, and medical insurance, optional safari extensions and unspecified activities, personal expenses and any charges not specified in the itinerary, tips and gratuities, lunches, dinners, drinks and activities while in Cape Town
Thank you!
We donate a portion of the revenue from every safari sold to carefully selected conservation projects that make a significant difference at ground level.
"Absolute bliss!"
Linda Fox, AG luxury safari expert: "Lounging on my private deck at Lion Sands River Lodge, G&T in hand, watching elephants and their clumsy babies trot and saunter along the Sabi River's banks. This is the life!"
"Epic wildlife"
Stefan Winterboer, AG luxury safari expert: “I started my guiding career at what is now Lion Sands River Lodge, a place I consider one of Africa’s most consistently productive wildlife areas, with exceptional game viewing year-round.”
"Safari gateway"
Ramona Rubach, AG luxury safari expert: "Cape Town is a vibrant fusion of mountains, ocean, cultures and cuisine. Spend your days exploring the Peninsula or Winelands, visiting penguins, hiking or chasing gorgeous sunsets! It’s the perfect gateway to various safari destinations."
Safari planning
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Travel in Africa is about knowing when and where to go, and with whom. A few weeks too early/late or a few kilometres off course, and you could miss the greatest show on Earth. And wouldn’t that be a pity?
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