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Enchanting North and Bush Mosaic Safari - Detailed Information

DAY 1

Depart from Johannesburg and travel to Pretoria, the Administrative Capital of South Africa. Following the N1 highway, continue north through a scenic gap in the Waterberg Mountains. The fauna rich Limpopo Province welcomes you as you pass the town of Bela Bela (formerly known as Warmbaths), where therapeutic natural springs bubble from the earth. Heading northwest through the Springbok Flats, the land gets drier as savannah bush dots the horizon with clumps of signature Acacia trees. Cross the mighty Limpopo River to an exclusive beautiful hideaway in the remote eastern corner of Botswana (Tuli Block). Explore the wide-open spaces and abundant bird and wildlife on a late afternoon game drive accompanied by a professional game ranger and tracker, before returning to the lodge for an intimate campfire dinner. Mashatu Private Game Reserve or similar Dinner, bed and breakfast basis + 2 game viewing activity

DAY 2

After an early morning game activity and breakfast succumb to the rustic comfort of your bush camp or continue on safari in the 'Land of the Giants'. The spirit of Africa entices your interest in the relics of age old 'Rock People', over ten centuries in progression. This archaeological insight into Africa's past provides an enlightening memorable experience. Join the late afternoon game drive and after sun-downers marvel at the nocturnal birds and animals before returning to the lodge for dinner under the African Sky (weather permitting) Mashatu Private Game Reserve or similar full board basis + 2 game viewing activities

DAY 3

An early morning bush walk or game drive. Alternatively, set out at dawn for a cycling safari to view the animals in their natural environment. After breakfast, leave the camp and head east toward Musina. Today's routing showcases some of the largest Baobab trees in the world. This is the domain of the famed Modjadji (the Rain Queen), marvel at the myths, legends and overall beauty of this mysterious region. View the cycad forests, Duiwelskloof and the Debegeni Cascades. Continue to a luxurious country hotel on a spur overlooking the vast expanse of the Letsitele Valley. Fine dining awaits you in the elegant dining room of one of the finest country hotels in South Africa. The Coach House & Agatha Spa dinner, bed and breakfast basis

DAY 4

After a sumptuous breakfast, depart this peaceful country retreat and visit the majestic Magoebaskloof Gorge. Travelling through indigenous forests of Eucalyptus and Yellowwood, enter the region of tea estates and fruit farms. Via the Fever and Marula tree savannah bush, continue via the famous Panorama Route to White River. This includes stops at the Blyde River Canyon, the Three Rondawels, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Lisbon Waterfalls and Pilgrims Rest. Continue to your elegant hideaway described as an 'African Paradise' set in the cool of a living forest. Sip a sundowner on the wide verandah before indulging in the lodge's legendary cuisine. Cybele Forest Lodge & Health Spa dinner, bed and breakfast basis

DAY 5

Enjoy breakfast looking out over the magnificent gardens, mountains and meadows. Our journey to Johannesburg begins with a visit to the Lone Creek Waterfalls and the small town of Sabie. Travel over the historical Long Tom Pass to the towns of Lydenburg, Dullstroom and Witbank. Our tour ends with a drop off at your hotel or at Johannesburg International Airport.