Name: The Cape, Penguins, Vineyards, and Coastlines
Brand: Discover Africa
SKU: cape-town-hermanus-winelands-self-drive
Price: 2611 USD
Availability: InStock

Is the Private Big Five Safari for Me?

This exclusive Big 5 Safari is based on 4 people (adults) travelling together. The 7 day journey includes accommodation in private villas, 3 nights at Thornybush Kamara House and 3 nights at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge Amber Villa. You will get your own private vehicle at the lodges to customized your safari experience. This is a great way to travel with special friends and/or family, to celebrate an occasion, time to bond and let yourself be pampered while you get the opportunity to see some of the best game viewing in South Africa.

** The safari is based on 4 adults travelling **

Your 7-Day Itinerary

The trip starts at Johannesburg OR Tambo where you take the flight to Hoedspruit. On arrival you are met by the lodge for the short transfer into camp. Your safari is starting at the special Thornybush Game Reserve and you check in at Kamara House, your private villa for the next 3 nights.

Chat to your guide in order to schedule your game drives, as per your preferences. With a steady stream of the Big Five roaming freely under the vast skies of the Greater Kruger Park, you will enjoy thrilling sightings of these iconic animals. From giraffes and zebra, hippos, hyenas, wild dogs, antelope and hundreds of bird species, to name a few, the diversity of wildlife in this area is astounding.

You’ll get close to them all with your expert guide-and-tracker team, who has a deep understanding of the bush and an inherent knack for finding the action. Your meals are all included on a private basis, all local drinks are also included. Sit back and relax, experience spectacular game viewing, eat delicious food and read a book by the pool.

You’ll wake with the birds and feel the sun warm the earth, and sleep to the sounds of nature as the night sky dances silently with the stars.

Thornybush Game Lodge

Includes & excludes

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: (Local Brands) Included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

After breakfast, you are met for the road transfer to the Sabi Sands, this drive takes about 4-5 hours and you will arrive at the lodge on time for a late lunch. Alternatively you can fly hop from lodge to lodge (additional cost).

Arrive at Earth Lodge and the warm welcome of the magnificent Amber Villa, reflecting both privacy and space. The 2-bedroom villa boasts an expansive master bedroom with elegant en-suite bathroom, dressing room and a private fitness area. The second bedroom comfortably accommodates two people and also has a dressing and vanity area. Leading from the sizeable living area is a terrace lounge complete with oversized couches and leather hanging sling chairs. The private plunge pool adds the finishing sparkling touch. You will have your own private vehicle and guide for some of the most rewarding game viewing in the Sabi Sands and enjoy the most delicious meals prepared by the local chef. Dine under the stars, in the award-winning wine cellar or the privacy of your suite, the choice is yours.

You will have the best chance to view the Big 5, you will get very close to animals and fully appreciate the magnitude of their beauty. The height of a giraffe lumbering past the game vehicle, the whump of an elephant fanning its ears, or the earthy scent of a hyena den are experiences one never forgets.

Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge

Includes & excludes

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: (Local Brands) Included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Today is the last day on safari, enjoy breakfast at the lodge before the transfer to the airstrip and the scheduled charter flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo. Time at leisure until your own onward flight or contact us to extend your trip. You can combine this safari with a stay in Cape Town and the Winelands, or fly to Mozambique for some beach time, for example.

Every itinerary can be crafted to your needs, from adjusting the length of your stay to including different accommodation and refining the route. Your safari is yours, shaped around your idea of a dream experience.

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Matthys van Aswegen of Discover Africa went above and beyond to plan a two week trip for myself and my family (6 travelers) through multiple African countries that was unforgettable!

There were many moving parts to our schedule, but every step was thoroughly planned out so there was no stress – first class service all around! We were provided tickets and vouchers beforehand, Matthys thoroughly walked us through the activities and schedule, and was very receptive to all of our feedback and requests.

The clear standout of our entire trip was our stay at Simbambili with our incredible guide and tracker, Doctor and Service. They are worth a request! Obviously a ton of work went into the planning up front, but Matthys was also very helpful and responsive to our last minute add-ons while we were in Africa. He was easy to contact and got back to all members of our party immediately.

We would use Discover Africa for our next African adventure in a heartbeat, and we recommend their services to you!

"Chrizaan arranged an amazing safari experience for six of us, who came from the UK and Australia. She secured our booking at a superb Lodge in the Kruger at relatively short notice, tied in the flight transfers and ensured that..."

Bethany Evans, United Kingdom · 10 Apr 2026 ·

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"Matthys van Aswegen of Discover Africa went above and beyond to plan a two week trip for myself and my family (6 travelers) through multiple African countries that was unforgettable! There were many moving parts to our schedule, but every..."

Ann Schall, United States · 8 Mar 2026 ·

"This trip was all about making memories, and it did just that. Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Mala Mala Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls, and finally Zanzibar. Our boutique hotels along the way were nothing less than stunning, as was Lanzarac Manor in..."

Angela Dandy, United Kingdom · 24 Sep 2025 ·

"I stumbled upon Discover Africa and contacted them, as they had an itinerary that interested me. (Rail + safari) Devryn got back to me right away, asked pertinent questions and tailor-made a perfect trip. It was amazing. Everything that I..."

Heather, United States · 19 Apr 2025 ·

"Fantastic holiday. Tintswalo Manor was absolutely ideal for our family party of 11. We had the entire house to ourselves and were looked after really well. Fabulous food for all, wonderful safaris and a couple of surprises which made the..."

David, United Kingdom · 19 Apr 2023 ·

"My mom and I travelled to SA in March 2019. Matthys suggested the ideal lodgings for us in Pretoria (131 Herbert Baker) and safari option (Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp). We could not have been more pleased. The food and..."

Jodi, Canada · 14 Mar 2019 ·