Safari Information
SUGGESTED ITINERARY OVERVIEW
The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa; Cape Town, South Africa 2 BB Luxury Room
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve: Stanford, South Africa 3 FB Luxury Suite
Duba Plains Camp: Okavango Delta, Botswana 3 FB Luxury Suite
Zarafa Camp: Selinda Reserve, Botswana 2 FB Luxury Suite
DAYS 1–3: THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA, CAPE TOWN
2 nights at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in a luxury room on a bed and breakfast basis.
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa stands at the edge of the world.
On one side, a line of majestic mountains – The Twelve Apostles – reaches towards the heavens;
on the other, the sun sets on breeching whales, playful dolphins, and crashing Atlantic rollers.
And all around, you can walk the wilderness trails of the Table Mountain National Park. We’ll even
pack you a picnic.
And yet this luxury 5-star boutique hotel is just a few minutes from worldly, cosmopolitan Cape Town.
City-centre theatres and art galleries, plus the shops and restaurants of the vibrant Victoria & Alfred
Waterfront are only 15 minutes away via our complimentary car transfer service – quicker still if you
use our helipad.
Nearest of all is the elegant area of Camps Bay with its beautiful golden beaches. Or, if you prefer
adventure to sun-soaked relaxation, we can arrange sea fishing, shark and scuba diving, or whale
watching trips.
Not only do we arrange personalized transfers and private touring experiences to some of the Cape’s
hidden secrets, but are able to reserve your very own private cinema, ensuring you get to enjoy
Dereck & Beverly Joubert’s wildlife films before you head off on safari with Great Plains Conservation.
And your personal choice of beverages and snacks would be provided too.
This complimentary value add is possible when we reserve a luxury room with breath-taking views and
offering some of the best sunsets views in the whole of Cape Town, this is the perfect location for any
Cape Town stay. After a day exploring the Mother City or Cape Winelands, sink into plush leather seats
with state-of-the-art flat screen Dolby surround sound, with lavish assortment of goodies, including
popcorn, hot chocolate, milkshakes and candy and dream of your upcoming safari with Great Plains.
DAYS 3–6: GROOTBOS PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE, STANFORD, SOUTH AFRICA
3 nights at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve in a luxury suite on a full board basis.
Nestled between mountain and sea, the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a five-star eco-paradise
showcasing the incredible Flora and Marine life of the Southern Tip of Africa. Home of the “Marine Big
5” - whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins; and with unparalleled floral diversity, Grootbos offers
you a one-of-a-kind luxury African experience. Only 2 hours from Cape Town on the way to the worldrenowned Garden Route, Grootbos is perfectly situated between the classic attractions of the Cape and
is most certainly a highlight on any itinerary.
The name Grootbos, an Afrikaans word meaning Big Forest, is derived from the presence of our ancient
Milkwood Forests. It is amongst these ancient forests that Grootbos has artfully laid out its exquisite
two 5-star Lodges and exclusive Villa, with breath-taking views across the fynbos plains towards the
sparkling whale sanctuary of Walker Bay in the distance.
Whether one’s interests are birding, wild flowers, whale watching, diving with great white sharks or
relaxing on unspoilt beaches, Grootbos has it all. The gourmet cuisine on offer at this luxury destination
is crafted from the finest and freshest local ingredients, including seafood specialties and excellent
South African wines.
Grootbos is about more than just luxury accommodation and eco adventures. Your visit directly
contributes to the conservation efforts of the Grootbos Foundation as well as the development of
sustainable nature-based livelihoods amongst local communities.
DAY 6–9: DUBA PLAINS CAMP, THE OKAVANGO DELTA
3 nights at Duba Plains Camp in a luxury suite on a full board basis.
Duba Plains Camp is a wildlife connoisseur’s getaway to the Okavango Delta. Built on a wooded island,
connected to the prolific wildlife area by an elaborate set of bridges, the camp is the base of many
famous wildlife documentaries by National Geographic filmmakers Dereck and Beverly Joubert.
The intimate camp consists of five traditional-style tented suites and the 2-bedroom Duba Plains Suite.
All sit on raised decking, each with views of the surrounding floodplain and the steady stream of
wildlife parading past. Each suite has a lounge area, a private veranda, beautifully appointed en-suite
facilities consisting of flush loo, double basins and indoor and outdoor showers and luxurious baths.
Guests will be able to enjoy their own private plunge pool and outdoor under cover sala/day rest area.
The main area consists of a large raised dining room, and a comfortable lounge with private dining
areas, wine cellar, library, and chef’s kitchen with ample space for guests to either find a privacy or
come together. The camp’s centre-point is the gathering place of all bush experiences, the fire place
on an extended deck into the swamp. Duba Plain’s Toyota Land Cruisers are uniquely designed to
traverse the floodplains. Duba Plains offers Botswana’s best land safari as well as an Okavango Delta
experience, from wildlife viewing and birding or fishing from the boat, to walking and exciting drives
with knowledgeable guides and friendly hosts.
DAY 9–11: ZARAFA CAMP, SELINDA RESERVE
2 nights at Zarafa Camp in a luxury suite on a full board basis.
Zarafa Camp is an intimate, four room exquisite tented camp located on the 130,000-hectare Selinda
Reserve in northern Botswana, an area linking the Okavango Delta and the Chobe/Savute corridors.
Its villa, the Dhow Suites, consist of two suites and private main area and operates entirely
independently of main camp. Few camps rival the location of this one of only three Relais &
Châteaux properties in Botswana. Overlooking the crystal waters Zibadianja Lagoon, the source of
the famous Savute Channel, every area of camp has a magnificent view. The lagoon is also the water
source for a tremendous population of wildlife – dry season sightings boast buffalo and elephant by
the hundreds.
Zarafa Camp and Dhow Suites are the brainchild of the founders of Great Plains Conservation, who
pooled their collective experience on safari to create what they deemed to be the best and most
environmentally innovative camp. As a consequence, Zarafa may in fact be the “greenest” luxury safari
camp on the continent. Only recycled hardwoods and canvas were used in the construction and all
the camp’s electricity comes from its solar farm while a ‘bio-gas’ system recycles vegetable waste into
usable cooking gas.
The Zarafa Camp guest suites, 1000 sq. ft in size are under beige, flowing canvas, with canopy ceilings
and completely open (yet netted) sides. Entering through the heavy wood Lamu door transports guests
to a lavish space of deep reds, browns, brass and copper, evoking richness and beauty. Each suite has
a full lounge and a gas fireplace. The large bedroom is connected to an open layout bathroom with
impressive copper claw foot bath, indoor shower, separate loo and double basins.
Decking around the suite leads to the private plunge pool and outdoor shower, all with views of pristine
Botswana wilderness. Under an impressive canopy of African ebony trees, the camp has a sizable main
lounge, with adjacent library and dining area. Zarafa has succeeded in successfully in retaining a clearly
African feel, while balancing that delicate relationship between personal and informal and romance and
adventure. With a maximum of just eight guests, Zarafa Camp offers complete flexibility. While drives
do focus on the most comfortable and productive times of day, early morning and late afternoon, full
day drives, walks and boating (water level dependent) are great ways to fill the day at Zarafa.
EXTENDING YOUR STAY WITH US
They have a variety of authentic camps and mobile experiences in Botswana and
Zimbabwe. We would be happy to facilitate and plan any extended stay you might require in Southern
and East Africa.
BOTSWANA
Duba Plains Camp | Duba Plains Suite | Duba Explorers Camp | Zarafa Camp | Zarafa Dhow Suite |
Selinda Camp | Selinda Suite | Selinda Explorers Camp | Selinda Pioneers Camp | Xigera Safari Lodge
KENYA
ol Donyo Lodge | Mara Plains Camp | Mara Plains Jahazi Suite | Mara Expedition Camp |
Mara Nyika Camp | Mara Toto Camp
ZIMBABWE
Tembo Plains Camp | Tembo Plains Suite | Mpala Jena Camp
We look forward to confirming the rates for this travel experience for you based on your personal travel
requirements. These may include your party size, special and unique travel requirements, dates of
travel, or any ruling special offers and the like that we can apply for you.
Please feel free to reach out to our Safari Designers and our team can discuss how your travels can be
expertly curated, specifically for you