Bush and Beach Safaris
When planning a combination of safari and beach work on at least one week in the bush and one week at the beach. In general stay in only one or two national parks on the safari section as this maximises time on activities instead of too many costly transfers.
Kenya and Tanzania's coastal areas are relatively easy to reach as are South Africa's, a maximum 2hr air transfer in most cases. The finest beaches are in Mozambique, the Seychelles and Mauritius. To reach these prime beaches involves international flights and around a day's worth of transferring time which needs to be calculated into the schedule.
A top of the range combination is Botswana with the Bazaruto Archipelago although Zambia also works well with the coastal islands of Tanzania (Mafia, Zanzibar or Pemba) as there is a good air link betwen the two countries.
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Our Recommended Bush and Beach Safaris
Zanzibar Beach Break
$ 1025
Zanzibar beach break - 7 days/6 nights
Location location location ... Voted as one of the top 30 beaches in the world by Conde Naste Traveller this is a fantastic affordable option using an owner run resort with an excellent track record on the south east coast of the island of Zanzibar. Great for families and honeymooners alike and there is no better way to end a challenging summit of Mt Kilimanjaro!
Early Bird discount: 10% discount on bookings made 6 months in advance. Offers: Stay 4 nights pay for 3 in a deluxe room. Stay 7 nights, pay for 6 in all room types. Specials valid from 1 Dec 2011 for stays between 8 January to 19 Dec 2012 excluding Easter, July and August. Offers may not be combined.
Short Tsavo Safari
$ 1100
Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli - 4 nights/5 days in Kenya
This safari discovers the twin National Parks of Tsavo East and West which together form one of Africa’s largest wilderness reserves, over 10 million acres. Tsavo East boasts the world's longest lava flow whilst Tsavo West proudly protects Mzima Springs with its underwater hides. This is a wonderful opportunity for observing hippos swimming in the spring's crystal clear waters. The safari also includes Amboseli famed for its elephant population and wonderful views of Mt Kilimanjaro.
Tsavo can easily be reached by road from Mombasa, making it the perfect destination for combining with a beach holiday to the Kenyan Coast.
Price is per person and includes all arrangements starting and ending in Mombasa. Longer trips can be arranged.
Lamu Island beach breaks
$ 1185
Lamu Island - 5 days/4 nights off the Kenya Coast
This beach break epitomises 'no news, no shoes' on the Lamu Archipelago and is available year round other than April and May. Unspoiled Swahili culture in Shela Village and Lamu Town coupled with laid back accommodation in the small, owner run resort. Great for couples and honeymooners.
A variety of other beach breaks around the Lamu Archipeligo and along the Kenya Coast available.
Priced per person for 4 night stays; includes return flights Nairobi to Lamu.
Off the beaten track in Mozambique
$ 1200
Niassa Reserve, Mozambique - 4 days/3 nights
These canoe expeditions are available on set departure dates only and for a minimum of four guests per trip.
A short canoe/walk/drive safari along the magical Lugenda River exploring the little known Niassa Reserve, a massive wilderness in northern Mozambique. This area has particularly good wild dog populations, a highly endangered African mammal. Even the flight into the reserve is exciting with magnificent giant inselbergs, large granite outcrops which are a feature of the region. This is Africa in her raw, beautiful and inspired state where you can walk, paddle and explore the wilderness with complete abandon. Combining this trip with a week on the beach afterwards makes for an ideal bush and beach safari with a difference!
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Belle Mare Plage
$ 1704
Summer Offer - Long stay 09 - 14 nights/15 days
Long stay offer pay for 7 nights = receive 7 additional nights free with compulsory half board on free nights. Further special discount for bookings made 45 days before travel within the period of 1 May to 20 October.
Situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius, there is an extensive array of activites and amenities available. This is an ideal location for golfers with two 18 hole championship courses. The beach itself is 2km long white sandy beach with almost 15 hectares of tropical gardens alongside. The beach is protected by a coral reef making it ideal for swimming, watersports and snorkelling.
Seychelles luxury on a less royal budget
$ 2639
Praslin Island, Seychelles, Indian Ocean - 7 days/6 nights
You don't have to give up on your Seychelles honeymoon dream if your budget doesn't quite stretch to the crown jewels.
Situated on the white beaches of Anse Kerlan, where turtles still lay their eggs in complete tranquility, your honeymoon resort is a 5 star deluxe resort with an 18 hole championship golf course.
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Southern Malawi Classic Safari
$ 3078
Lake Malawi and Liwonde National Park - 7 days/6 nights
A superb safari covering two of the main highlights in Southern Malawi. With big game viewing in Liwonde National Park and a relaxing stay on a pretty island in the south of the lovely lake of stars, Lake Malawi. This safari is suitable for a honeymoon, a family trip or just a wonderful holiday set in this most hospitable of countries.
Cape Town and Winelands
$ 3100
Cape Town Waterfront & the Cape Winelands, South Africa - 9 nights/10 days
Prices are guidelines only and subject to change depending on date of travel.
This excellent short holiday break includes two of the finest small hotels in the Cape area. Staying right on the V&A Waterfront with a private waterside platform the hotel includes an award winning restaurant and a wellness spa. Moving on to the historic town of Franschoek is a boutique guest house giving access to French, Malay and traditional South African gourmet meals plus a spa. Activities include wine tasting, horse riding, golf, fly fishing and shopping.
Affordable Island hopping in Mauritius
$ 3247
Mauritius and Rodriguez Islands, Indian Ocean - 12 nights/13 days
This 12 night tailor-made trip includes 3 nights on Mauritius, 3 nights on little known Rodrigues Island and a further 4 nights back on Mauritius. And with holiday highlights including swimming with dolphins and walking with lions, this is no run of the mill fly-and-flop winter sun break.
Included in the costs are swimming with dolphins, walking with lions, full day catamaran cruise and a day exploring deserted islands.
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Explore Gorongosa and Nuarro
$ 3700
Gorongosa National Park and the Mozambique coast - 9 nights/10 days
Save US$735.00 per person! Spend 5 nights (only pay for 4) in the lovely Gorongosa National Park in a perfect bushcamp with delightful hosts. Explore the park by foot and by vehicle discovering its wildlife and diverse scenery.
Next you'll spend 4 nights at Nuarro (but only pay for 3), a truly authentic eco lodge situated in a private bay adjacent to the beautiful Baixo do Pinda with unbelievable diving and pristine beaches.
East and South Madagascar
$ 3880
East and Southern Madagascar - 14 day/13 night
This is a guideline itinerary, price depends on time of the year and availability
Known as the "Red Island" the local Madagascans are an exceptionally welcoming nation and have much to offer the visitor to their large island. The sun shines year round and beautiful white beaches are complimented by the amazing fauna and flora. This 14 day/13 night itinerary covers the highlights through the east and southern parts of Madagascar by road and is packed with activities.
São Tomé and Príncipe Islands
$ 4057
São Tomé and Príncipe Islands - 8 days/7 nights
This itinerary is priced for a set departure date (ask us for the dates) from Douala, Cameroon to São Tomé on a private charter return flights to keep the cost of getting to and from the islands down. Exclusive or independent trips are definitely available however the cost is higher due to the connecting flights to São Tomé and the return flight from Príncipé. For a week, you'll discover the secrets of these two little known islands or simply just relax on the pristine beaches.
Tanzania migration safari and beach
$ 4281
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania and Indian Ocean - 9 days/8 nights
The Great Migration and the warm, soft Indian Ocean.
By flying between semi-permanent, seasonal camps safari enthusiasts can enjoy the best year round advantage of the regions wildlife, shadowing the migration - which between January and April can be found in the Southern Serengeti. Finish off with 3 nights at an idyllic beach getaway long stretches of beach and warm blue seas, this romantic hide-away is the perfect finale to a safari.
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Royal Seychelles honeymoon
$ 21528
Private Islands, Seychelles, Indian Ocean - 7 nights/8 days
The best kept secret since That Dress was the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's honeymoon destination. You can experience your very own Seychelles honeymoon heaven with this holiday. Its not cheap but this romatic rendezvous on the super deluxe North Island is worth every penny.
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