South Africa — Reserves, Winelands and Coast

    South Africa — Reserves, Winelands and Coast

    Private reserves away from the crowded gates, planned with partners we have used for years.

    South Africa is curated rather than operated by us, and we are clear about that. We do not run vehicles in Kruger. What we do is choose carefully — private reserves adjoining the park rather than the public gates, houses instead of hotels where a family wants its own space, and internal flights timed so no day is lost in transit. Where a client wants both bush and city, we plan the seam between them so it holds.

    Elite Experiences

    Private reserves adjoining Kruger, with your own vehicle and guide

    Exclusive-use bush houses for families and private groups

    Franschhoek and Stellenbosch estate visits reserved months ahead

    Private houses on the Cape Atlantic Seaboard

    The Garden Route driven privately, or flown to save the days

    Whale season along the Overberg coast, timed properly

    Best Time to Visit

    May – September for the best bush viewing. November – March for the Cape at its warmest. We will tell you when the two do not align and how to choose.

    11 Days — Private Reserve, Then the Cape

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