Cape Town and Kruger National Park

Book two nights at Hamiltons Tented Camp & three nights at The Cape Milner in Cape Town through Road Travel and save approximately 45% on standard rates!

Named after Colonel Stephenson Hamilton, who was instrumental in establishing the world famous Kruger National Park, Hamilton's Tented Camp reflects a safari adventure of the early twentieth century, where grace and style were the epitome luxurious living.  Hamilton's Tented Camp offer 2 game drives and an optional bush walk daily. Game viewing is genuinely breathtaking and the lodge is residence to animals great and small. Kruger 's Big 5 - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo as well as a varied range of antelope, birds and insects.

The Cape Milner in centrally situated in Cape Town, only 2 km from the coast. It features a gym and outdoor pool. All rooms include coffee, tea facilities and work desk.

All of the contemporary rooms have satellite TV and come with a bathrobe and slippers. Some of the rooms feature views of Table Mountain and Lions Head.

The hotel is renowned for good service, a chic atmosphere and lovely interior decor.

Serengeti Safari - Stay 5 Pay 4

Discover the land of classical safari among the endless plains of the magnificent Serengeti, the Rift Valley slopes and pink flamingos of Lake Manyara, the breathtaking scenery of the Ngorongoro Crater or the soothing shores of the balmy Indian Ocean.

Spend 5 nights and only pay for 4 at any combination of the following lodges: Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp, Klein’s Camp, Lake Manyara Tree Lodge, Serengeti Under Canvas, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge and Mnemba Island Lodge.

Valid until 31 March 2011, excludes 21 to 31 December 2010

REALLY AFFORDABLE! Wildlife Safari, Blue Train, Pretoria and Cape Town

Get to stay 3 nights at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve / Jock Safari Lodge / Nkomazi Game Reserve / Jaci’s Lodges and receive 3 FREE nights at The Last Word Constantia plus book 1 night on Blue Train in a deluxe suite & receive 1 complimentary night at Sheraton Pretoria Hotel.

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is home to the only free-range white lions in South Africa. The historic predator release means that for the first time in over 200 years, lion and cheetah can once again be seen in the Klein Karoo, making Sanbona the first private game reserve in the Western Cape to play host to free-roaming big cats.
At the foot of the Warmwaterberg, in the heart of the Little Karoo, between Montagu and Barrydale on the famous Route 62, 54 000 hectares of undulating mountains and plains, indigenous fauna and flora, rock formations and rock art make this a destination not to be missed. Specialist guiding is a key element in providing a memorable and varied experience.

Jock Safari Lodge is the first private lodge set in the heart of Africa's premier wildlife reserve - Jock of the Bushveld Concession Area in the Kruger National Park. Situated in the southern area of the Kruger National Park at the confluence of the Mitomeni and Biyamiti rivers, Jock Safari Lodge offers stunning views with the pool on the confluence.

Jock Safari Lodge incorporates elements of the colonial past and indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Jock Safari Lodge has exclusive traversing rights in an area that is regarded as one of the best in the Kruger National Park for its Big Five sightings.

Set in the incredibly picturesque scenery of the Barberton Mountainland, Nkomazi Game Reserve lies in the malaria-free parts of Mpumalanga closest to Barberton, the Kruger National Park, Pilgrims Rest and such wonders as the Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. Nkomazi, which means 'place of water' is set in the area also known as the 'holy grail of geology' for its wealth of ancient fossils – some of the oldest in the world. Its position in the Barberton Mountainland lays claims to a plant biodiversity higher than that of the entire Kruger National Park and second only to the Cape's fynbos and succulents. Nkomazi has been restored to a wildlife haven. Here, where great natural beauty and the 3.7 billion years of history meet, the Nkomazi conservation project has celebrated the return of wild animals to a region where they can once again roam in great abundance.

Jaci’s two exceptional, privately owned lodges will exceed all your safari expectations. Situated in the Malaria Free Madikwe Game Reserve boasting 75,000 hectares of "Big 5 territory.' You can expect to see Wild Dog, both Black and White Rhino, extensive plains game, including Sable, Gemsbok, Springbok and Giraffe, as well as over 340 species of birds. Jaci's Safari Lodge and Jaci's Tree Lodge, invite you to share the wildness of Africa in the exclusive luxury. Between the early morning and evening game drives and walks, there is a cool swimming pool overlooking the river. Paddle your own canoe, lie in a hammock, sip an ice-cold drink, watch the birds, the butterflies and beasts, relax, unwind. The day, the place, the ambience are yours, in peace.

Pretoria - often called the Jacaranda City after the magnificent lilac trees, which line its streets - is undoubtedly one of the world's most attractive Capitals. Perfectly situated with sweeping views across the lawns of the magnificent Union Buildings the Sheraton Pretoria is within the immediate vicinity of more than 100 embassies, shopping centers, as well as the Reserve Bank and most government ministries. The Sheraton Pretoria exudes an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication, from the impressive marble lobby to the exclusive Towers reception desk and lounge. Guests can relax in luxury in the Sheraton Pretoria hotel's exclusive hotel accommodation and be sure that their every need is catered for.

Luxury takes on a new dimension aboard The Blue Train.  A warm-hearted welcome begins a journey that is defined by personal attention and devotion to service and detail.
Enjoy a welcoming cocktail and appetizing delicacy served from a butler's silver tray. Now the stage is set; step on board and settle into your private suite. The route between Pretoria and Cape Town is a 27-hour journey of 1,600 kilometers (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery offered by the African sub-continent.
The train departs from Pretoria main train station at 8h50AM and arrives in Cape Town train station at 12h00PM the following day.
En route to Cape Town there is a stopover and excursion in Kimberley, where you’ll take a step back in time to the days of the diamond rush.

Situated in the heart of the Cape’s oldest wine region, The Last Word Constantia is an elegant and luxurious boutique hotel offering a unique and special holiday experience.

Great attention is paid to peace and tranquility. An inviting sunken swimming pool and surrounding tanning deck is the focal point of the magnificently manicured garden with rolling lawns, vibrant colors and exquisite mountain views. The lounges, dining area and sun patios all open onto the garden. The attention to detail in the extravagantly, well-appointed en-suite bathrooms is a feature of The Last Word Constantia. Eight luxurious and stylishly appointed suites offer unconventionally spacious accommodation, extraordinary comfort and open onto private patios leading to the garden and pool.

Offer includes complimentary transfer to or from The Last Word Constantia to Cape Town Station & complimentary transfer from Sheraton Pretoria to Pretoria Station

Valid from 1 May till 30th Sept 2011

This is the land of classical safari!!

Among the endless plains of the magnificent Serengeti and the breathtaking scenery of the Ngorongoro Crater, track the chimpanzees in the beautiful Mahale Mountains National Park, and sail on a romantic dhow at sunset on Lake Tanganyika.

Spend 3 nights at Klein’s Camp or Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp or Serengeti Under Canvas, 2 nights at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, 1 night at Arusha Coffee Lodge and 4 nights at Greystoke Mahale, and pay less.

This has come to symbolize paradise to many of us. The Maasai, who had grazed their cattle on the vast grassy plains for millennia had always thought so. To them it was Siringitu - "the place where the land moves on forever."
Two World Heritage Sites and two Biosphere Reserves have been established within the 30,000 km² region. It's unique ecosystem has inspired writers from Ernest Hemingway to Peter Mattheissen, filmakers like Hugo von Lawick and Alan Root as well as numerous photographers and scientists. The Serengeti ecosystem is one of the oldest on earth. The essential features of climate, vegetation and fauna have barely changed in the past million years. Early man himself made an appearance in Olduvai Gorge about two million years ago. Some patterns of life, death, adaptation and migration are as old as the hills themselves.

World renowned as a place of absolute wonder, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is dramatically beautiful, and often referred at the 8th world wonder of the world. Perched at the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, this exclusive luxury lodge enjoys spectacular views of the World Heritage Site in which it stands. Here, mankind lives in almost absolute harmony with the incredible wildlife that inhabits the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

There are few places left on earth that might rightfully be called Eden, and the Mahale Mountains is one of them. The mountains soar to 8,000 feet above the clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, which at 420 miles long and 30 miles wide, is a veritable inland sea. The nearest road is almost 100kms away, and that is the most minor of tracks. The slopes of the Mahale Mountains rise behind camp, home to the world's largest known population of chimpanzees. Within hiking distance is one such group of 60. Every day you can venture out into this deep and magical forest to observe them, our closest relatives, as they groom, wrestle and forage across the leafy floor.

Saving from USD 800 per person sharing
This offer is applicable to bookings that are booked and confirmed before 31 January, valid for travel till 15 December 2011

Rovos Rail panoramic nine day sojourn

This panoramic nine day sojourn commences at the Rovos Rail Station at Capital Park in Pretoria.

The first leg of the journey takes the train through Witbank and Middleburg and then traverses the majestic Drakensberg escarpment en route to the lowveld of Mpumalanga.

The following morning you will receive an early wake up call to join a game drive through the famous Kruger Park. Brunch will be served in the dining car while the train winds its way southwards to Swaziland in time for an afternoon game drive in the Mkhaya Reserve.

During the night the train will continue south to the village of Hluhluwe in Zululand. Starting early once again, a wide variety of game can be seen on an early morning game drive through the scenic Hluhluwe Game Reserve. The Pride of Africa departs mid morning and makes its way south through the lush cane fields of KwaZulu Natal, arriving in Durban late afternoon.

After an evening in Durban the train steadily ascends the scenic escarpment through Pietermaritzburg and the Valley of a Thousand Hills en route to Lions River for a morning visit to the famous Ardmore Ceramics Gallery.

The route to Bethlehem takes the train past Lesotho and the highest mountains in the Drakensberg range at 3 482 meters. During the night we continue onto Bloemfontein, the Free State capital, with a morning tour of the city.

The journey continues southwards overnight to the coastal capital of the Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth, where we will enjoy a morning visit to Addo Elephant Park.

An early morning departure from Willowmore takes the Pride of Africa into Oudtshoorn for a visit to the Highgate Ostrich farm followed by another spectacular rail descent down the Montagu pass into George.

A morning visit to Knysna and the surrounding attractions will complete a visit to this natural paradise. The train sets off at midday from George traveling along the scenic Garden Route through Mossel Bay and Riversdale.

The next morning, after a short visit to the KWV Distillery in Worcester, the Pride of Africa ends its magnificent collage in the Mother City of Cape Town.

This special offer also include a 2 nights COMPLIMENTARY stay at the St James Manor post the Collage Journey.

Yoga Retreats at Victoria Falls & Franschhoek

 

Embark on a Yoga Retreat to relax your mind, refresh your body and renew your spirit.
A retreat is much more than a holiday, its a valuable investment in your self under the expert guidance of a trained yoga specialist. Relax as you spend a weekend indulging in luxury as you let your mind slow down and allow your body to relax into the flow of nature.

Thorntree River Lodge, Zambia From R6 500 Per Person Sharing
Includes two nights accommodation, three meals, house wines, local beverages, four yoga sessions per person per stay, return airport transfers from Livingstone Airport and one activity per day – either a game drive, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River or a tour of Victoria Falls
11 – 13 Feb 2011 – Valentines Weekend

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, Western Cape South Africa From R4 750 Per Person Sharing
Includes two nights accommodation, dinner, breakfast, lunch, 1 x 45 minute back, neck & shoulder massage per person per stay, four yoga sessions per person per stay
12 – 14 Nov 2010, 17-18 Dec 2010

CAMPS BAY CRYSTAL SPECIAL from R 875

From Only R875 per person sharing per night!

With Dinner for two compliments of Tides Restaurant, Two 1-hour MusculaVine Back Massage compliments of Mint Wellness Spa as well as Complimentary Crystal shuttle to The Bay Hotel for dinner and treatments.

The Crystal is located in Camps Bay, which is known as the most sought after residential suburb in Cape Town. From its elevated position, The Crystal boasts splendid views of its beautiful surrounds. Access is nearby Camps Bay’s main road, making any traveling in and out of the suburb effortless.

Camps Bay lies at the foot of the Twelve Apostles, the mountain rampart that constitutes the western front of Table Mountain.

Hedged in by Granite Bay boulders at each extreme, the enclave that is Camps Bay embraces a palm-fringed expanse of pristine white sand which looks as if it has come straight out of a Caribbean holiday brochure.

Panoramic views of the Atlantic and spectacular sunsets are the order at The Crystal, architecturally stunning apartments in one of the world’s premier scenic settings.

With easy access in and out of Camps Bay, these luxurious, fully serviced apartments afford a choice of outstanding accommodation from modern studio and two-bedroom apartments through to captivating loft apartments, all well-appointed and designed for the ultimate in comfort and style.
Two swimming pools on an expansive terrace provide refreshing dips and sun-soaked relaxation while contemplating the delights of splendid ocean views.

Colona Castle is a Luxurious Boutique Hotel

Colona Castle

Stay 3 nights, only pay for 2 nights (01 April until 30 September 2011)

Stay 4 nights, only pay for 3 nights (01 November to 15 December 2010)

Colona Castle is a Luxurious Boutique Hotel in Cape Town, which combines luxury and intuitive service with breath-taking panoramic vistas of Table Mountain, Cape Town’s southern suburbs, Sandvlei Lake, False Bay, the South Atlantic Ocean and the Winelands rugged mountains. Some experiences on offer could include:

• A pristine visit to Cape Point & the Cape of Good Hope long before the crowds arrive,
• Kalk Bay and its picturesque working fishing Harbour with quaint Shops and Hip Restaurants,
• A guided walk with Chacma Baboons at Glencairn, only 10 minutes away,

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  Cape Town's Chacma baboons



• A walk on the legendary False Bay beaches with a slightly warmer sea to entice a swim,


• Whale watching from May to November & Shark breaching with world-renowned Chris Fallows of National Geographic, from May to September,


• Spectacular sunrises over the Stellenbosch Winelands, its mountain ranges & False Bay,


• A round of Golf at one of 4 world-class Golf courses within 3 to 10 minutes drive,


• The ascension of the iconic Table Mountain,


• A guided visit of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens in a motorized Golf Kart,


• An introduction to the famous jackass penguins of Boulders Beach,


• Constantia, the oldest wine region in South Africa,


• A private wine tasting in one of 8 wine estates,


• A kayak ride with or without penguins in the Simon’s Town Harbour for the adrenalin minded.

Colona Castle is a magical Villa of great quality with 5 Full Suites and 3 Bedroom suites, which can be utilized for honeymoons,  for small incentives groups, Golf groups, or simply to charm inquisitive and discerning visitors with exceptional hospitality, personal service and haute cuisine.

Colona Castle

For discerning clients who wish to distance themselves from the "hustle and bustle" of a city and stay in a quieter place, but have easy access to all places of interest in and around Cape Town, Colona Castle is a great place and appreciated by visitors who enjoy the surroundings and the inspiration it affords them.

SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE - LUXURY FOR LESS

SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE

Due to an ever strengthening Rand and the slow recovery from the world’s recent economic downturn, Shamwari in keeping with the times and maintaining a competitive edge in the hospitality industry has responded to the demand for “luxury for less.”

Rates for Shamwari Game Reserve applicable from the 1st of November until the 30th of April 2011, have been adjusted with between 8.5% and 22%.

The Mantis Group will not apply any additional terms and conditions to these reduced rates.  No minimum stay will be required, the standard payment and cancellation terms will apply, all rooms and lodges will be available on the adjusted rates and most importantly the rates will continue to be all inclusive of accommodation, game drives, meals and beverages.

“The Mantis Group is a market driven company that listens and adapts. In adjusting the rates for Shamwari, we want to make Shamwari more affordable to tourists who are looking to spoil themselves with a luxury getaway to a game reserve.  We as a Group understand that the level of service one is accustomed to receiving should not be compromised, therefore we are committed to continue offering the high levels of service and standards that made Shamwari the World’s Leading Game Reserve and for the past 12 years” CEO Adrian Gardiner

Being nominated for World’s leading Game Reserve Awards again this year, malaria free Shamwari Game Reserve, Mantis’s flagship property offers an opportunity to view the Big 5 at incredible value for money.

SHAMWARI ROOM

Night game drives, Star gazing, personal photographic lessons and specialized attention by your guide, along with additional family friendly services such as the kids on Safari program, a visit to the Born Free foundation or the Wildlife Centre, ensures there is something for everyone to enjoy.


CONTACT US to start discussing your Shamwari Game Reserve tour.