17 Day South Africa Rainbow Route Safari

For a varied, diverse, exciting and fulfilling holiday, one would  be hard pressed to find a country in Africa, or the world, which offers more. South Africa has it all, including wildlife, mountains, deserts, beaches, forests, numerous cultures, first world cities, untouched landscapes, casinos, amusement parks, exciting activities, excellent roads and infrastructure, off road 4 x 4 routes, fantastic food, good wine, great sports stadiums, incredible people and a triumphant history.

Makuwa Safari Lodge is a bushveld retreat located in the Greater Kruger area on a private game reserve that bustles with buffalo, plains game and bird activity. Idyllic accommodation in whitewashed houses with thatched roofs and broad patios offers sweeping views of the wilderness and the distant Drakensberg Mountains. Manicured lawns dotted with acacia, marula and fig trees surround the lodge, while all around the property untouched bushveld provides a perfect habitat for a wealth of predators, mammals and birdlife.

Despite being the smallest landlocked country in the Southern hemisphere, and the second smallest country in continental Africa, Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, more than makes up for its lack of size with a hugely diverse range of attractions and activities.

As one of the few remaining monarchies in Africa, culture and heritage are deeply engrained in all aspects of Swazi life, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all who visit. As well as the rich culture, the overwhelming friendliness of the people makes all visitors feel truly welcome and very safe.

Add to that stunning scenery of mountains and valleys, forests and plains; plus wildlife reserves across the country that are home to The Big Five; and a fascinating mix of modern and traditional festivals, ceremonies and events, and you have all that’s best about Africa in one small but perfectly formed and welcoming country.

Framed by Malolotja’s majestic peaks rests Swaziland’s northern highland Paradise, Hawane Resort. Situated 2 hours south of Kruger Park, 3.5 hours from Johannesburg and west of Mozambique, the breathtaking beauty of the area and it’s spectacular views transport visitors into a mult-dimensional experience which offer as much adventure, solitude, adrenaline or tranquility as desired.

If the stunning views aren’t enough to keep you entertained, there is a  fully equipped games room and toys for indoor and out that will amuse all ages.

On-site facilities include the swimming pool, horse riding, archery, Bush Spa, sauna, shop, babysitting services and fully equipped, private conference facilities for up to 78 people.

The resort also encourages guests to experience their House Boat on Maguga Dam on an overnight or day basis as well as a premium Malolotja Canopy Tour experience located in the nearby Malolotja National Park.

Listed in Portfolio featured accommodation and rated Highly Recommended by AA Travel, the resort offers specialized Activities found nowhere else in the country!

It’s renowned restaurant, run by the well-known Ugandan chef, Richard Wangoolo is not only a culinary delight, it is part of the Hawane experience. Thatched, intertwined wood and a huge central fireplace provide the warmth while the step down glass porch with seating brings in the light.

African-fusion cuisine from across the continent grace the menu with a wide selection of vegetarian and spiced dishes to suit all palettes. Feel free to sample something special from the resort’s wine cellar. You will also find a hand-picked selection of South African wines and spirits there for you to enjoy.

Lying as it does, deep in the scenic Drakensberg range, Lotheni and its picturesque resort offers comfortable and attractive self-catering chalets, cottages and campsites. Lotheni Resort is well known for its exquisite scenery and tranquil atmosphere. It overlooks the clear, tumbling waters of the Lotheni River which provides several attractions for visitors. The name “Lotheni” means “in the ashes” and comes from the burnt appearance of the shale found in this river valley. The Settler’s Museum, the original homestead of the Root family that settled in the Lotheni Valley in the late 1800s, provides a fascinating look back in time. Several relics linked to the history of the area are preserved in the museum. Wildlife includes species such as common and mountain reedbuck, grey reedbuck, eland, grey duiker, oribi, Cape clawless otter, mongoose and baboon. There is a diversity of birds, including black stork, verreaux’s eagle, bearded vulture, lanner falcon, Cape vulture and giant kingfisher

Also known as “Main Camp” it is the hub of the Park. This is where the majority of activities take place and where most of the accommodation offerings are located, and also where visitors will find The Park’s Shop and Cattle Baron Grill and Bistro.

A unique feature is the waterhole lookout point, floodlit at night, within the camp as well as the underground hide, allowing close encounters with wildlife at the waterhole. The evenings are punctuated with the calls of lion, spotted hyena and jackal while francolin and bokmakierie herald each dawn. Accommodation units are situated within easy walking distance of each other and of facilities such as the swimming pool, restaurant and shop.

The independently owned Windsor Hotel offers a full range of sea front accommodation in one of the Cape's most glorious settings. On the very edge of the sparkling Walker Bay, the Windsor combines traditional hospitality with all the comforts you expect of stylish waterfront living........right in the village!

Hermanus, historic South - Cape fishing village, is one of South Africa's best loved holiday resorts. Long admired for its invigorating champagne air and breathtaking scenery that unfolds along miles of cliff and mountain paths, Hermanus remains essentially unspoiled in spite of all the sophisticated amenities it now has to offer.