dshorter- They arrived to Africa and we picked them up upon arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Our representatives transferred them to Karen Gables, a beautiful owner-run property in the Karen suburb of Nairobi. The first night in Kenya was at this garden oasis, centrally located to visit a number of local attractions.
- Bed and Breakfast
- This morning, they were met in the hotel lobby for a road transfer to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport for their scheduled flight to the sprawling Masai Mara Game Reserve. On arrival in Mara North, they were met by a guide for their transfer to the camp. Enjoyed early morning and afternoon game drives in open 4×4 vehicles within the private Mara North Conservancy where they can drove off road. A special perk is that their stay includes a private vehicle for game drives!
- Our clients absolutely loved their time here and let us know how much they appreciated everything. Starting the morning with an amazing breakfast view (see below) at Speke’s camp, from just enjoying the wildlife for each game drive. We were also able to deliver a bucketlist item for them, as they were able to experience the “Great Migration” during their travels. It’s such a beautiful natural event to witness that few are able to see and it was spectacular for them.
- All meals, soft drinks, beer, non luxury spirits & house wine, private vehicle and guide, limited laundry
- After their final game drive and breakfast at camp, they returned to the airstrip for their flight to Nairobi. On arrival, they were transferred to the Jomo Kenyatta airport to connect with their regional flight to Cape Town via Jo’burg. Upon arrival in Jo’burg, they were escorted through the Fast Track immigration line for their connection through to Cape Town.
- Our representative transferred them to Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel & Spa, their home base in Cape Town and we even got them an “free night” included in their stay.
- Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel & Spa: Bed and Breakfast
- They did a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula on this day. They enjoyed the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, before crossing over to Hout Bay, where they joined an optional boat cruise to Seal Island.
- They went on to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve via Chapman’s Peak, one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal drives
- After lunch, they continued to Simonstown, the naval base, and visit the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach. They also stopped at the world-renowned Kirstenbosch Gardens before arriving back at the hotel
- Cape Point & Peninsula: Private Full Day
- Includes: Entrances to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Chapmans Peak Toll Fees
- Extras included: 1 x Signature Guide; 1 x Guide Meal allowance
- Value Adds: Includes 1 x bottled water per person per day.
- This was the big day that they were excited to experience. It was time for them to go cage diving. They had an early morning pick up at 06:30 from their hotel for the transfer to the little town of Kleinbaai, close to Hermanus and Gansbaai. After a safety briefing, they boarded their shark-chaser, the Predator II for the 5-mile voyage to Dyer Island.
- The island, together with Geyser Rock nearby, is home to 40 000 Cape Fur Seals, the Great White Shark’s favorite prey, and the channel which runs between the two is known as Shark Alley. This is where they anchored- using a specially mixed chum to attract the sharks, they had an opportunity to see them feeding at the surface, alongside the boat. The cage was then lowered and they were able to witness these incredible hunters of the deep in your wetsuit, protected by galvanised steel mesh. All diving equipment is supplied and only snorkelling experienced was required. A light lunch is served on the boat as well as refreshments and they also had a chance to see seals and whales in season as well as the sharks.
- Shark Cage Diving Tour: Full Day Private Tour with Scheduled Boat trip
- Extras included: 1 x Siganture Guide; 1 x Guide Meal Allowance
- The final collection time for shark cage diving is only confirmed to clients the evening prior. In summer, this could be as early as 3:30 am! Please make sure clients are aware of this.
- They explored the area on their own and relaxed with no planned activities.
- They were met this morning to set off for the Winelands, a delightful drive which winds its way through superb mountain ranges, vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads. The first stop was Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa, with canal-lined avenues, and magnificent examples of Cape Dutch architecture where they did a wine tasting, coupled with a chocolate and dessert tasting.
- They continued onward over the scenic Helshoogte Pass, to Franschhoek, founded by French Huguenots over 350 years ago, and widely regarded as the culinary capital of South Africa. It’s beautiful setting and café lined streets charmed them and a further wine tasting was included at one of the renowned estates.
- Their final stop was at the town of Paarl, at the foot of a cluster of remarkable granite domes where they enjoyed their final wine tasting before heading to Mont Rochelle for a two nights stay.
- Breakfast, complimentary wine tasting session, complimentary selection of drinks and snacks from the minibar and complimentary transfer into Franschoek during schedule times.
- Winelands Tour: Private Full Day
- Includes: 3 x wine tastings
- Extras included: 1 x Signature Guide; 1 x Guide Meal allowance
This wonderful trip came to an end, but the memories will last forever. They explored quite a bit over their 12 Kenya and South Africa honeymoon.
Client Feedback from Trip
How was your overall satisfaction with the trip & our travel services?
- Very Satisfied
What were 3 highlights from your trip?
- Speke’s Camp in Kenya – well run; excellent food and tracker and driver were wonderful
- Franschhoek – Mont Rochelle upgraded our room to a luxury suite; we also enjoyed the Franschhoek wine tram
- Hop on/hop off red bus tour in Cape Town – we did this during a free day, and it was a wonderful (and cheap) way to explore the city
Please let us know if there is anything else that you would like to share!
- Overall the trip was exactly what we were hoping for, everything went smoothly and was extremely well organized. We had a great time! All in all we had an excellent time. Can’t say enough positive things about the planning and how professional and pleasant everyone was. Thanks for helping make a honeymoon a great (and worry free) one!
