Kruger National Park Kruger National Park is world-famous for offering a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. It stretches 350 kilometres from north to south and is virtually unrivalled in its diversity of life forms, with 300 species of tree, 49 fi sh species, 33 amphibian species, 114 reptile species, 507 bird species and 147 mammal species! The park is divided into the busier, southern sector with several tarred road circuits and the quieter northern sector around Pafuri where there are far fewer visitors. Pafuri Camp HIGHPafuri is in the far reaches of northern Kruger. This is the ancestral home of the Makuleke people and is the most diverse and scenically attractive part of the Kruger. We recommend it because it's quiet and beautiful. It has 20 stunning tented rooms overlooking the Luvuvhu River where elephant, nyala, common waterbuck and bushbuck all come to drink. The Pafuri area is about the best in Kruger for walking. Why not consider taking a three night walking trail from here with a naturalist guide?Jock Safari Lodge MIDJocks is situated within Kruger in its own private concession and has stunning views over the Mitomeni and Biyamiti Rivers. Air-conditioned suites, a beautiful swimming pool and a spa all complement the game drives and walks that are offered here.Lion Sands River Lodge HIGH This is a luxurious retreat in the Sabi Sand area, adjoining Kruger's southern reaches. The lodge has 18 thatched bedrooms, there are two swimming pools, observation decks, a secluded bird hide, hammocks and a spa. Nkambeni Tented Camp MID Nkambeni is a large tented lodge just inside Kruger's Numbi Gate. It has a full range of facilities including a lovely swimming pool to cool off in after game-viewing and beautiful gardens rich with the sound of birds.Other private lodges The Kruger is bordered by some of the world's best private reserves and top private camps in addition to the ones that we describe above. Others include Sabi Sabi, Londolozi, Singita and Ulusaba.They all offer outstanding game-viewing in exclusive surroundings combined with the ultimate in food, service and personal pampering. Any of these can be incorporated into your tailor-made itinerary - just ask us for more details.Or visit us on the web www.wildlifeworldwide.com45AFRICA | SOUTH AFRICA

Maputaland CoastMaputaland encompasses the remote north coast of KwaZulu-Natal, where it meets the Mozambique border, and is home to a string of unique game reserves stretching from the Kosi Bay Marine Reserve in the north to Cape Vidal in the south. Some fabulous lodges in the region offer luxury accommodation and access to a totally unspoilt, pristine coastline, where it is possible to walk for hours without meeting another soul. In the summer there are nightly excursions to record turtle nesting activity and the crystal clear warm waters make this one of the world's top scuba diving destinations.Rocktail Bay Lodge HIGHThis intimate lodge comprises 11 tree-house chalets nestled into the forest canopy of the Coastal Forest Reserve, between Sodwana Bay and Kosi Bay. From the main dining area and adjacent swimming pool a boardwalk winds through the dune forest to an endless white sandy beach. Turtle observation (in summer), fi shing, birdwatching and scuba diving are all possible here. Thonga Beach Lodge HIGHThonga Beach Lodge is set on the pristine shores of the Maputuland coast in KwaZulu-Natal. It offers 12 air-conditioned suites set above a secluded bay with sweeping views of the pristine beach below. Activities here include snorkelling and diving, turtle tracking (in summer), whale and dolphin safaris, kayaking on Lake Sibaya, birdwatching, hiking and of course, relaxing on the beach or beside the pool.Mashatu Game ReserveMashatu Game Reserve is located in Botswana's Tuli Block, a remote eastern corner of Botswana at the confl uence of the Limpopo and Shashe Rivers. It is most easily accessed from South Africa.This huge wilderness area offers some fabulous game-viewing by vehicle, foot or mountain bike - all with expert guides. It is home to large herds of elephant, giraffe and eland, as well as lion, cheetah, ostrich, kori bustard and over 350 species of birds. Along the river courses, huge Mashatu trees provide shade for impala, wildebeest and zebra, whilst at night, bat-eared fox, African wildcat and leopard search for prey. Mashatu Camps HIGHThere are two properties at Mashatu; Main Camp and Tented Camp. Main Camp has 14 luxurious air-conditioned suites, a waterhole, pool, lounge and dining room, whereas if you really want to get away from it all, Mashatu Tented Camp is an idyllic hideaway nestled in the remote northern area of the reserve, with eight luxurious twin tents and a camp plunge pool.Cape TownCape Town has one of the world's most dramatic backdrops, with the vast bulk of Table Mountain dominating the skyline for miles around. Travel to the top to soak up the amazing views, or take a harbour cruise to look for seals, whales and seabirds, and visit infamous Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was held prisoner for so many years. Then of course there is Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, the African Penguins at Simon's Town and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. there is just not enough time for it all!The Cape Grace Hotel HIGHThe Cape Grace is one of the world's premier small luxury hotels. With a classically inspired exterior and graceful elegant interior, it sits on its own private quay at Cape Town's vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, and offers fabulous rooms with views of the ocean, harbour or Table Mountain. There is an excellent restaurant, spa and pool terrace.Southern Sun The Cullinan MIDThis hotel has a great location within walking distance of the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. The rooms are spacious and facilities include a fi tness centre and swimming pool. It's a great base for your Cape Town explorations. The WinelandsA short drive from Cape Town takes you into the heart of the Winelands. Beautiful Cape Dutch architecture and restaurants serving fi ne food to accompany excellent wines characterise the pretty regional towns of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschoek. This is, after all, home to many of the world's top vineyards. It's good to combine the Winelands with a drive along the Garden Route. 46Talk to an expert 0845 130 6982