Lesotho, a high-altitude, landlocked kingdom encircled by South Africa, is crisscrossed by a network of rivers and mountain ranges including the 3,482m-high peak of Thabana Ntlenyana. On the Thaba Bosiu plateau, near Lesotho’s capital, Maseru, are ruins dating from the 19th-century reign of King Moshoeshoe I. Thaba Bosiu overlooks iconic Mount Qiloane, an enduring symbol of the nation’s Basotho people.
| Place | Night (s) | Hotels |
| Durban | 02 | The Capital Pearl Hotel |
| Drakensberg | 02 | Drakensberg Mountain Retreart |
| Spion Kop | 02 | Spion Cop lodge |
| Nambiti Game Reserve | 03 | The Springbok Lodge |
- Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
- Meet to attend airports / hotels by our office representative.
- 09 nights in accommodation as per the program.
- Daily breakfast, Lunch and dinners as per Itineary
- Safari ride as in Program
- Game reserve fees
- Guide Services ( English language )
- Entrance fees to the monuments.
- All taxes.
• International flights
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tipping.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa If any.
• Accommodation in good hotels.
• Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
• Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
• In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
Day 01: Arrive Durban B
Upon arriving in Durban, you will be met by a Wayfairer representative. Collect your rental car key, receive detailed driving directions and a sat-nav, plus emergency contact numbers. Drive for one hour to reach your superb accommodation in Umhlanga Rocks on KwaZulu Natal’s northern coast.
Day 02: Durban B
You have a full day to explore Umhlanga, a wonderful stretch of coastline. We recommend the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail. This 90-minute walk takes you through pristine coastal forest, where you can expect to see vervet monkeys, blue duiker antelope, colourful butterflies and a variety of birds.
Day 03: Durban – Drakensburg B
Enjoy a scenic, two-and-a-half-hour drive towards the Drakensberg. We highly recommend that you stop to see the spectacular Howick Falls on the Umgeni River en route.
Your home for the next two nights is a charming lodge in the beautiful Kamberg Valley in the heart of the majestic Drankensberg Mountains. This rustic, yet luxurious lodge is one of South Africa’s best culinary retreats and you can expect an incredible dining experience during your stay here.
Day 04: Drakensburg B
Hop into your car and start driving through what is probably the most beautiful region in South Africa. You can choose to explore Giants Castle Nature Reserve and see numerous waterfalls, pools and lush, forested gorges. Travel to Kamberg Nature Reserve if you want to and discover bushman rock art sites within the reserve.
If you want some activity, you can choose to hike on the scenic trails of the Drakensberg before returning to your lodge.
Day 05: Drakensburg – Spion Kop B-L-D
You are off to the next destination of your South African adventure with a short drive to Spion Kop after a delicious breakfast. The lodge where you’ll stay for the next two nights is set against the backdrop of the Drakensberg Mountains, overlooking the infamous battlefield of Spion Kop.
The lodge specialises in the history of the South African War (2nd Anglo-Boer War 1899-1902) with the Battle of Spion Kop being the focal point. It offers evocative and insightful battlefield tours, which you can book (own expense) and visit memorial sites as well as important strategic battle points with highly knowledgeable guides capable of bringing this dramatic period of South African history to life.
Day 06: Spion Cop B-L-D
You have a full day to enjoy Spion Kop and the surrounding area. You may wish to explore the battlefields region further, or join a game walk in the Spion Kop Game Reserve or wish for a guided mountain biking excursion in the foothills of the Drakensberg.
Day 07: Spion Cop – Nambiti Game Reserve B-L-D
Go on a 2-hour drive to Nambiti Private Game Reserve, near Ladysmith, in the heart of the battlefields area. A guide will meet you at the entrance of the reserve and transfer you from your rental vehicle to the lodge’s 4×4 Land Cruiser.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive with sundowners. See great views of Amakhala’s spectacular landscape. Return to the lodge for a delicious dinner.
Day 08: Nambiti Game Reserve B-L-D
You can enjoy two game drives everyday, at sunrise and in the late afternoon, when you’re likely to spot an abundance of wildlife, including, if you are lucky, the ‘big five’ as well as hippos, cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, impalas, elands and zebras. The reserve is also known for its amazing variety of birds. The reserves’ rivers, waterbodies and its spectacular, 40-metre-high waterfall on the Sundays River attracts several rare bird species.
Day 09: Nambiti Game Reserve B-L-D
Enjoy a second day of safari in Nambiti Game Reserve.
Day 10: Nambiti Game Reserve – Johansburh B
Your South African adventure is coming to an end. Transfer back to the entrance of the reserve after breakfast. Collect your vehicle and drive for four hours to reach the airport in Johannesburg from where you can catch your flight back home.
