Been There Done That...
Are you looking for something different from your holiday to South Africa or Southern Africa?
While tangible luxuries are all well and good (and are certainly not to be scoffed at), the new measure of luxury and exclusivity is determined by the overall ‘experience’ rather than any single physical attribute. We have therefore identified some truly special destinations and lodges offering incomparable experiences that are guaranteed to open your mind and blow your hair back...
Hidden Vintage Favourite ‘Been There Done That’ Lodges:
Great Karoo, Eastern Cape – an amazing life changing and intensely calming experience awaits in this unique piece of Africa – simply heart stoppingly beautiful
Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa – idyllic setting, eclectic décor, immeasurable charm, warm hospitality and spectacular cuisine - a foodies paradise
KZN Battlefields, South Africa – the startling eloquence of the battlefield guides is sure to bring a tear to your eye and make the hair stand on the back of your neck
Sossusvlei, Namibia - an intriguing window of pastel colours, distant horizons and starry skies from which to experience the desert’s elusive grandeur and breathtaking beauty
Livingstone, Zambia – the most romantic of hideaways set in a secluded, tranquil grove of African ebony trees on the banks of the Zambezi River just upstream from the Victoria Falls
Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana - a truly unique safari experience awaits you in this eerie and completely empty nothingness the size of Switzerland
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Contact us for a tailor made safari itinerary or for alternative, inspirational, safari destinations and lodges.
Untamed Kruger
Panorama Route, Kruger Manyeleti & Timbavati Private Game Reserves (7 days / 6 nights)


