Ultimate Flagship

The Royal Family

DURATION

7 Days · 6 Nights

GUESTS

6 - 14 Guests

LODGE

Royal Malewane &
Birkenhead House

 

TRANSFER

Air charter JNB–Malewane airstrip, then Hermanus

Overview

Exclusive use of Royal Malewane for a Greater Kruger safari, followed by an exclusive-use stay at the iconic Birkenhead House perched on the cliffs above the Hermanus whale coast.

Itinerary

Charter to Malewane

Air charter to Malewane. Full group welcome. First sunset game drive.

Kruger Safari Day

Dedicated ranger team. Full day of Big Five game drives and bush experiences.

Bush Immersion

Morning drive, bush walk, spa, and evening boma dinner.

Fly to Hermanus

Final morning drive, charter to Hermanus. Check in to Birkenhead House. Sundowner on the cliffs.

Whale Coast Day

Whale watching (seasonal), cliff walks, private guided wine tour of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.

Leisure & Celebration

Free morning. Gala dinner at Birkenhead House overlooking Walker Bay.

Farewell & Departure

Breakfast, transfer to Cape Town or direct flights home.

What's Included

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    All accommodation at Royal Malewane
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    All meals, soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers
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    Twice-daily game drives in private 4×4 vehicles
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    Expert ranger and tracker team
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    Laundry service
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    Park fees and conservation levies
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    Airport transfers (Hoedspruit or Malewane airstrip)

What's Excluded

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    International and domestic flights (unless stated)
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    Premium imported spirits and champagne
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    Spa treatments (unless stated in package)
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    Gratuities
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    Travel insurance
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    Personal expenses

Optional Enhancements

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    Spa treatments at The Royal Spa
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    Night drives
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    Photographic safari guide upgrade
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    Conservation experience with research team
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    Bush sleep-out under the stars
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    Guided bush walks
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    Private candlelit bush dinner
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    Helicopter flip over Greater Kruger

Best Time to Visit

GREEN SEASON

NOV- MAR

Lush landscapes, excellent birding, lower rates. Some afternoon showers.

SHOULDER SEASON

APR - MAY . SEP - OCT

Excellent game viewing, comfortable temperatures, moderate pricing.

DRY SEASON (PEAK)

JUN - AUG

Best game viewing. Cooler mornings and evenings. Highest demand — book early.