Luxury Sabi Sands Safari and Seychelles Family Adventure
Combine fabulous wildlife and wilderness with the pristine beaches of Mahe
Personalised journeys from start to finish
Every trip helps support Conservation
Every detail taken care of
What's included
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Four nights all inclusive family safari in the Sabi Sands
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Four nights luxury accommodation on Mahe Island
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All flights and transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
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Airport meet and greet
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Support from your Travel Concierge before, during and after your trip
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Price based on a family of four
At a glance
Combine world-renowned safari in South Africa with tropical Seychellois beaches on this unforgettable family adventure.
Your first four nights will be spent in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, a stunning wilderness neighbouring the famous Kruger National Park, only far more exclusive and with even better wildlife viewing. Choose from a hand-picked selection of our favourite family-friendly luxury lodges here so that along with exciting game drives out to spot lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and much more besides, your family will be enthralled by tailored activities such tracking animals on foot, bug catching and becoming ‘young rangers’. Come evening, adults can enjoy fine food and some of South Africa’s best wines under the stars while the kids are looked after.
Then, after a night between flights in Johannesburg, head to the Seychelles and the idyllic island of Mahe for a final four blissful nights. Nestled into the forest in your own villa overlooking the Indian Ocean, you’ll have plenty of quality time together to relax on pristine sandy beaches, snorkel with turtles over vibrant reefs, kayak, surf, explore the island’s interior and much more.
Example trip itinerary
Sabi Sands
Transfer
Meet and greet at Johannesburg Airport
Flight
Flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport
Transfer
Transfer from Skukuza airport to the Sabi Sand Reserve
Sabi Sands Lodges and Camps
Sabi Sands
Overview
Originally a private retreat of the Brink family, Chitwa Chitwa was transformed by Charl into an oasis of conservation and harmony. With an extremely strong approach to conservation and land management, this beautiful lodge offers you a fabulous experience while visiting the Sabi Sands. The Chitwa Trust actively supports the local community through an educare centre as well as adult educational initiative. You’ll also find several environmental programmes in place at the lodge itself.
As a family owned and run lodge, you will receive excellent service as well as comfort when staying here. With just eight luxury suites each stylishly decorated and spacious, this lodge is a nice and intimate experience for family and honeymooner alike.
The Chitwa House is a private villa with just two beautifully appointed en-suite rooms with private decks and out-door showers. It has a massively spacious common room and benefits from private meals, driver, guides and chef. Magic.
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Highlights
- Stay in spacious, elegantly decorated suites with stunning views of the African bushveld.
- Set out on night game drives in the reserve
- Enjoy personalised safari experiences with highly knowledgeable and experienced guides and trackers
- Spot Africa's Big Five in the wild
- Direct access to Sabi Sand Game Reserve, adjacent to Kruger National Park
- The EleFun Centre offers engaging and educational activities for children
- Participate in guided walking safaris for an intimate exploration of the flora and fauna
- Enjoy breathtaking African sunsets with refreshing drinks at scenic spots in the bush
- Benefit from staying at a lodge committed to sustainable tourism practices
- Experience the magic of the African night sky with guided stargazing sessions
Overview
Bush Lodge is Sabi Sabi’s flagship accommodation, set deep in the bush overlooking a waterhole and an open plain. Steeped in tradition, with a history spanning over 35 years, the lodge has earned a reputation of a luxury home in the bush, service excellence and effortless personal attention that are synonymous with the wider Sabi Sabi Reserve.
The main lodge is home to the holistic Amani Spa, a well-stocked wine cellar and vast viewing decks that mirror the endless horizon and optimise the watching of wildlife of the nearby waterhole and plains.
The style of the lodge and each thatched suite seeks to echo more of ‘today’s’ tastes with a becoming blend of the modern with ethnic influences and artwork.
Featuring 25 suites in total including 2 Luxury Villas and the Mandleve Presidential Suite with each suite featuring en-suite bathrooms and al-fresco, glass-fronted showers, with wonderful views of the bushveld. The suites are air-conditioned and feature sumptuous linen and classic leather and wood furnishings.
Two spacious Luxury Villas feature a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, second en-suite bedroom, a private pool, library/lounge and beautiful patio facing a waterhole. The Mandleve Presidential Suite features a private plunge pool and luxurious interiors with endless views of the bush.
Safaris take place each morning and evening in open safari vehicles which drive through a wide variety of habitats, allowing visitors to view the vast interactions of the wild. After breakfast, guests on guided walking trails can experience the natural environment on foot.
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The impact of your stay:
- As a guest, you help support wide range of conservation efforts to safeguard local flora and fauna, such as rhino de-horning, employing an anti-poaching team, implementing water conservation programmes and monitoring biodiversity and environmental impact.
- Your stay directly contributes to the Sabi Foundation, which partners with local non-profit organisations to provide ongoing targeted support to initiatives such as the Swa Vana Children’s Project and the Dreamfields Sports Programme. Through these partnerships, they are actively engaged in community development, education, hospitality and conservation.
- The Sabi Sabi Ranger Academy offers local students the opportunity to be trained in the art of guiding and tracking, providing a platform for them to become conservationists and enter the hospitality industry.
Sabi Sands
Highlights
- 20 spacious rooms with private viewing decks
- Dip your toes into either of the two swimming pools
- Relax in the bar lounge
- Spot wildlife in the bird hide
- Unwind at the spa
- Embark on game drives
- Venture out into the bush on foot
Overview
River Lodge is a wonderfully contemporary safari retreat strung along the edge of the winding Sabie River in the Lion Sands Game Reserve, a place rich with birdlife and teeming with game.
There are 20 rooms, including inter-leading suites which a ideal for families and two more private River Suites with fabulous bathrooms. All come with their own private wooden viewing deck looking out over the waterway or bush – you may not have to leave the privacy of your room to see roaming wildlife.
Wooden walkways connect rooms to the welcoming and warm communal areas, with guest congregating around the two swimming pools, boma area, bar lounge and even in the bird hide. There’s also a spa to unwind at between expertly guided game drives or, for a timeless safari experience, venture out into the bush on foot. The reserve also has luxurious tree houses for an unforgettable night out under the stars surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.
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The impact of your stay:
- The lodges are integral to the Lion Sands Private Reserve, preserving 12,400 hectares of habitat that hosts the highest and most diverse concentration of wildlife in the southern hemisphere. In addition to the big five, this area is crucial for the African wild dog, an endangered species with its highest population of just 3,000 in Southern Africa. Your stay contributes to The Wild Dog Project, an initiative aimed at expanding their habitats, fostering coexistence with human communities, and advocating for legislation to protect and increase the range, number, and status of these animals.
- Your stay directly contributes to the More Community Foundation, funding social initiatives like the Dignity Drive. This project provides reusable and sustainable sanitary care to young girls in low-income communities in South Africa.
Sabi Sands
Overview
Dulini’s privileged position on the banks of the Sand River makes viewing the wildlife that either wallows in it or lingering around it particularly good, especially so when it’s from your own private plunge pool.
Tucked into the western corner of the 65,000-hectare Sabi Sands reserve renowned for its superb volume and quality of game, especially leopard sightings, the Dulini River Lodge’s game drives (morning, afternoon and even night) are led by a team of expert rangers and Shangaan trackers. What’s more, with a maximum of six people per vehicle, the drives are pleasingly exclusive.
The six suites are all spacious with good views and are well-equipped with a modern but natural décor.
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Four nights in the Sabi Sands
Enjoy days relaxing at your luxury lodge and exploring the world-famous Sabi Sand Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Widely regarded as Africa’s premier game reserve, the Sabi Sands is world renowned for the abundance of game, particularly leopard, and is the best place to see all of the ‘Big Five’ in South Africa. We've handpicked some of our favourite family-friendly lodges here, some of which have special programs to immerse your children in the natural world and local culture with some unforgettable activities tailored to their age. We can also arrange family villas for a completely private safari experience.
Transfer
Transfer from Sabi Sand Reserve to Skukuza Airport
Flight
Flight from Skukuza Airport to Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Accommodation in Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Overview
A typically Western business-style hotel, the standard of service, on-site facilities not to mention the Intercontinental’s enviable position so close to the Johannesburg Tambo Airport makes it an excellent and convenient hotel for those on their way out or in to the country. In fact this is the most sophisticated hotel next to an airport in the whole of Africa.
The rooms are all soundproofed and smartly dressed with all the creature comforts that one expects from such a hotel.
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Flight
Flight from Johannesburg to Mahe
Mahe Island
Transfer
Meet and greet in Mahe airport
Resorts on Mahe Island
Mahe Island
Overview
Picture yourself on a white sand beach, bordered by turquoise waters and 120 hecters of verdant green forest. You’re at the Constance Ephelia, part of the Constance Unique Resorts collection, on an exotic escape to the island of Mahé in the luxurious Seychelles archipelago.
You’ve slept soundly in your opulent, spacious and contemporary beach villa and awoken feeling revived. Deciding where to have your freshly prepared lunch is the toughest choice you’ll face today: the resort has no fewer than five restaurants to choose from, each with their own unique style and taste.
After lunch, you don your snorkelling mask and are transported to an enchanting underwater realm of exquisite granite reefs and lonely wrecks, preserved by strict conservation rules. Or choose to visit the fascinating marine national park of Port Launay which the resort overlooks.
On your return, there’s just time to treat yourself to a trip to the Spa Village for some well-deserved pampering – this is the holiday of a life time after all. Then it’s time for dinner and a magical evening spent in the company of loved ones, stargazing and flitting between the resort’s five restaurant bars.
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Overview
From its fantastic cliff top setting at the end of its own private peninsula, with superb views looking out over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, MAIA is a paradise where you can escape, rest and relax.
Each of the 30 spacious villas features an air-conditioned bedroom, private infinity pool, an en-suite bathroom with concealed garden-view shower, an enormous outdoor bath stocked with extravagant Hermès amenities, and gazebo with dining facilities, bar and voluminous day bed. You’ll also enjoy the personalized and intuitive service of a dedicated butler. The Ocean Panoramic Villas are just a few steps away from the beach.
MAIA has the only gourmet restaurant to be found on Mahe Island, serving Asian, Indian, Mediterranean and Creole cuisine created using only the freshest ingredients. With a focus on flexibility, wherever and whenever you choose to dine at, and whatever you wish to savour, staff will be on hand to grant your wishes.
There is also an expansive spa made up of three private open-air pavilions, each featuring its own garden, changing rooms and showers.
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Overview
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles offers an unrivaled luxury hotel experience set in a natural jungle hill side setting
Accommodation is in Tree-top villas, where you will be surrounded by deserted beaches and experience world-class service by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
All the expansive indoor and outdoor spaces are designed to allow air to flow freely and built in traditional and authentic Creole style. The villa rooms are all sleek, with airy interiors, with plenty of room to get a massage or sit and watch the stunning sunsets while enjoying a leisurely in-villa meal. There is also an impressive infinity edged plunge pool surrounded by a natural hardwood deck, the perfect place to switch off and enjoy the beautiful island surroundings.
In the true style of the Four Seasons hotels, there are plenty of activities for couples or for those on a family holiday.
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Four nights on Mahe Island
Mahe is the largest island in Seychelles, with a beautiful display towering granite peaks surrounded by dense cloud forests which drop down to a tropical coastline strung with sweeping sandy beaches and secret coves. Spend some lazy days here enjoying the white sands, lush tropical forest and azure waters, getting out into the ocean for some excellent snorkelling, scuba-diving, sea-kayaking, paddle boarding, wind surfing and more. There's also plenty of activities to be enjoyed on land, and to the capital city, Victoria, a great place to visit for the day to experience the arts and crafts markets.
Transfer
Transfer to Mahe airport
Flight
Flight from Mahe to Joahnnesburg
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Luxury Sabi Sands Safari and Seychelles Family Adventure
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Combine world-renowned safari in South Africa with tropical Seychellois beaches on this unforgettable family adventure. Your first four nights will be spent in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, a stunning wilderness neighbouring the famous Kruger National Park, only far more exclusive and with even better wildlife viewing. Choose from a hand-picked selection of our favourite family-friendly luxury lodges here so that along with exciting game drives out to spot lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and much more besides, your family will be enthralled by tailored activities such tracking animals on foot, bug catching and becoming ‘young rangers’. Come evening, adults can enjoy fine food and some of South Africa’s best wines under the stars while the kids are looked after. Then, after a night between flights in Johannesburg, head to the Seychelles and the idyllic island of Mahe for a final four blissful nights. Nestled into the forest in your own villa overlooking the Indian Ocean, you’ll have plenty of quality time together to relax on pristine sandy beaches, snorkel with turtles over vibrant reefs, kayak, surf, explore the island’s interior and much more. | Whats included?
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Days 1-5 |
Sabi Sands |
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Flights & transfers
Meet and greet at Johannesburg Airport |
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| Flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport | |
| Transfer from Skukuza airport to the Sabi Sand Reserve | |
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Sabi Sands Lodges and Camps
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Chitwa Chitwa - $$$$$
Originally a private retreat of the Brink family, Chitwa Chitwa was transformed by Charl into...
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Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge - $$$$$
Bush Lodge is Sabi Sabi’s flagship accommodation, set deep in the bush overlooking a...
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Lion Sands River Lodge - $$$$$
River Lodge is a wonderfully contemporary safari retreat strung along the edge of the winding...
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Dulini River Lodge - $$$$$
Dulini’s privileged position on the banks of the Sand River makes viewing the wildlife that...
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| Four nights in the Sabi Sands Enjoy days relaxing at your luxury lodge and exploring the world-famous Sabi Sand Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Widely regarded as Africa’s premier game reserve, the Sabi Sands is world renowned for the abundance of game, particularly leopard, and is the best place to see all of the ‘Big Five’ in South Africa. We've handpicked some of our favourite family-friendly lodges here, some of which have special programs to immerse your children in the natural world and local culture with some unforgettable activities tailored to their age. We can also arrange family villas for a completely private safari experience. |
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Flights & transfers
Transfer from Sabi Sand Reserve to Skukuza Airport |
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| Flight from Skukuza Airport to Johannesburg | |
Day 5-6 |
Johannesburg |
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Accommodation in Johannesburg
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The Johannesburg InterContinental - $$$$$
A typically Western business-style hotel, the standard of service, on-site facilities not to...
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Flights & transfers
Flight from Johannesburg to Mahe |
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Days 6-10 |
Mahe Island |
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Flights & transfers
Meet and greet in Mahe airport |
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Resorts on Mahe Island
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Constance Ephelia - $$$$$
Picture yourself on a white sand beach, bordered by turquoise waters and 120 hecters of...
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Anantara MAIA Seychelles Villas - $$$$$
From its fantastic cliff top setting at the end of its own private peninsula, with superb...
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Four Seasons Seychelles - $$$$$
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles offers an unrivaled luxury hotel experience set in a natural...
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| Four nights on Mahe Island Mahe is the largest island in Seychelles, with a beautiful display towering granite peaks surrounded by dense cloud forests which drop down to a tropical coastline strung with sweeping sandy beaches and secret coves. Spend some lazy days here enjoying the white sands, lush tropical forest and azure waters, getting out into the ocean for some excellent snorkelling, scuba-diving, sea-kayaking, paddle boarding, wind surfing and more. There's also plenty of activities to be enjoyed on land, and to the capital city, Victoria, a great place to visit for the day to experience the arts and crafts markets. |
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Flights & transfers
Transfer to Mahe airport |
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| Flight from Mahe to Joahnnesburg |
