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
- All accommodation at Royal Malewane
- All meals, soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers
- Twice-daily game drives in private 4×4 vehicles
- Expert ranger and tracker team
- Laundry service
- Park fees and conservation levies
- Airport transfers (Hoedspruit or Malewane airstrip)
What's Excluded
- International and domestic flights (unless stated)
- Premium imported spirits and champagne
- Spa treatments (unless stated in package)
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Optional Enhancements
- Spa treatments at The Royal Spa
- Night drives
- Photographic safari guide upgrade
- Conservation experience with research team
- Bush sleep-out under the stars
- Guided bush walks
- Private candlelit bush dinner
- 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.