Custom Tintswalo Bush & Beach Safari

4–8 Nights · Fully Customisable

Step 1: Safari Stay – Choose 3–4 Nights

Tintswalo Waterberg – Welgevonden Game Reserve (Malaria-Free)

Overview:
Set in the pristine 37,000 ha Welgevonden Game Reserve in the Waterberg Biosphere, this malaria-free region offers dramatic escarpments, rich biodiversity, and Big Five sightings without the crowds. Child-friendly and easily accessible from Johannesburg.

Transfers:

  • ~3 hr road transfer from OR Tambo International Airport
  • Optional charter flight to a nearby airstrip (quoted on request)

Included:

  • Luxury accommodation
  • All meals
  • House beverages (incl. minibar)
  • Laundry & Wi-Fi
  • Two safari activities per day

Excluded:

  • Premium branded drinks
  • Daily reserve entry fees (~R330 pppd)
  • Conservation levy (R150 pp per stay)
  • Transfers and internal flights

Tintswalo Safari – Manyeleti Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Overview:
Bordering Kruger, Sabi Sand and Timbavati with no fences between, Manyeleti offers outstanding Big 5 viewing with fewer vehicles on sightings. It’s one of South Africa’s most authentic and exclusive safari experiences.

Transfers:

  • Road transfer from OR Tambo (~6 hrs)
  • Or fly from OR Tambo to Hoedspruit Airport, then road transfer (~1 hr) to the lodge

Included:

  • Luxury accommodation
  • All meals
  • House beverages (incl. minibar)
  • Two safari activities per day
  • Laundry & Wi-Fi

Excluded:

  • Premium branded alcohol
  • Daily reserve entry fees (R160 pp for foreign nationals)
  • Conservation/community upliftment fee (R350 pp per stay)
  • Transfers

Step 2: Beach Stay – Choose 3–4 Nights

Tintswalo Boulders – Simon’s Town (Cape Peninsula)

Overview:
Located directly above the famous Boulders Beach penguin colony, this stylish coastal villa offers stunning views and private access to the beach. A relaxed, walkable area perfect for ocean lovers and nature photographers.

Transfers:

  • ~45-minute road transfer from Cape Town International Airport

Included:

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • Sunset canapés
  • Wi-Fi

Excluded:

  • Lunch and dinner
  • All beverages (incl. minibar)
  • Conservation fee (R100 pp per stay)
  • Transfers and excursions

Tintswalo Atlantic – Hout Bay (Chapman’s Peak Drive)

Overview:
A romantic lodge perched between the mountains and ocean, Tintswalo Atlantic is one of Cape Town’s most iconic coastal escapes. Every suite has panoramic sea views and sunset vistas.

Transfers:

  • ~45-minute road transfer from Cape Town International Airport

Included:

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • Sunset canapés & daily cocktail
  • Welcome bottle of wine
  • Wi-Fi

Excluded:

  • Lunch and dinner
  • All beverages (incl. minibar)
  • Conservation fee (R200 pp per stay)
  • Transfers and excursions

Transfers & Flights Overview

  • Arrival to Safari Lodges:
    • Tintswalo Waterberg:
      • ~3 hr road transfer from OR Tambo, or charter flight to local airstrip
    • Tintswalo Safari (Manyeleti):
      • Road transfer from OR Tambo (~6 hrs)
      • Or scheduled flight to Hoedspruit Airport, followed by road transfer (~1 hr)
  • Safari to Beach (Cape Town):
    • From Waterberg:
      • Return road transfer to OR Tambo, then scheduled flight to Cape Town
    • From Manyeleti:
      • Road transfer to Hoedspruit Airport, then direct flight to Cape Town
      • Alternatively, connect via Johannesburg (if preferred schedule)
  • Beach Lodge Transfers:
    • ~45-minute road transfer from Cape Town International to Boulders or Atlantic

 

Note: All transfer and flight options are tailored to guest preferences and seasonal flight availability. Final pricing depends on group size and routing.

What's included?

Feature

Safari Lodges (Waterberg / Safari)

Beach Lodges (Boulders / Atlantic)

Accommodation

✅ Included

✅ Included

All meals

✅ Included

❌ Only breakfast included

House beverages & minibar

✅ Included

❌ Excluded

Safari activities

✅ 2 per day

❌ Not applicable

WiFi & laundry

✅ Included

✅ WiFi only

Premium drinks

❌ Excluded

❌ Excluded

Park/conservation fees

❌ Excluded

❌ Excluded

Transfers

❌ Excluded

❌ Excluded

Flexibility & Customisation

  • Choose 3 or 4 nights at each lodge
  • Add-on activities in Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point, Winelands, city tours
  • Private guiding, exclusive use, or additional nights available on request
  • Itinerary crafted around your preferred datestravel style, and budget

Sample Itinerary

Customisable based on lodge choice, flight times, and your preferences

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Day 1 – Arrival & Transfer to Safari Lodge

  • Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)
  • Road transfer to Tintswalo Waterberg (~3 hrs)
    or
  • Flight to Hoedspruit Airport, followed by transfer to Tintswalo Safari (~1 hr)
  • Afternoon check-in & first game drive

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Days 2–4 – Big 5 Safari Experience

  • Daily morning & afternoon game drives
  • All meals, house drinks, and time to relax at the lodge
  • Optional spa treatments or photographic sessions available

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Day 5 – Transfer to Cape Town

  • Transfer from lodge back to OR Tambo or Hoedspruit Airport
  • Scheduled flight to Cape Town International Airport
  • Road transfer (~45 min) to Tintswalo Atlantic
  • Sunset check-in, welcome cocktail, and dinner at leisure

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Days 6–7 – Cape Coastal Relaxation

  • Leisure time at the lodge
  • Explore Chapman’s Peak, Hout Bay, or nearby wine farms
  • Optional: Cape Peninsula or Winelands private tours

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Day 8 – Departure

  • Breakfast at the lodge
  • Road transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your onward flight

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This itinerary can be reversed (starting in Cape Town), extended with extra nights, or tailored to include activities like private photographic guiding or Winelands stays.

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