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Short Breaks in the Cape - Grootbos | South Africa | Hermanus and the Overberg |
| A delightful three night retreat close to Cape Town yet at the centre of the whale-watching Southern Coast. You stay at the relaxing country lodge of Grootbos for 3 nights between the picturesque town of Hermanus and Gansbaai, the shark-diving capital. The transfer is actually a scenic tour visiting wine-farms and the picturesque town of Hermanus en route and includes a delicious alfresco lunch. |
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| Meals |
As text (Mainly Full Board) |
| Accommodation |
Luxury Wilderness Reserve |
| Departure Dates |
On request |
| Transport |
Luxury VW microbus with Air-conditioning for transfers |
| Price Includes |
Meals, scenic transfers, activities and accommodation as text |
| Price Excludes |
International flights, visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified |
| Minimum Number |
2 |
| Climate |
Mediterranean (hot dry summers, cooler wetter winters but with many warm dry days) |
| Best time to go |
All year round but especially September to November |
| Health Requirements |
None |
| Combines well with |
Cape Town
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| Other Ideas |
Easily added to any of our longer escorted or self-drive tours
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| Notes |
Daily flights into Cape Town with SAA or BA from £549 including taxes |
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 Day 1 : Depart Cape Town for scenic transfer to Grootbos, 3 nights FBA
Leave Cape Town for 3 nights at Grootbos Nature Reserve. En route you visit a wine estate visit, the appealing fishing village of Hermanus.
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Day 2 : At leisure at Grootbos
Grootbos Nature Reserve, located amidst the spectacular fynbos and ancient dunes of the Southern coast, is a real gem. A nature-lovers paradise - all but the most committed urbanite will enjoy the 4x4 game drives, nature walks and horse riding, as well as beach visits and escorted whale watching trips. Marine biologists and conservationists help you to appreciate what makes this area so special. Eleven cottages each offer a separate lounge, and one or two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. All have private wooden decks with panoramic sea and mountain views. Facilities include filter coffee machines, well-stocked mini-bar, daily fruit basket, indigenous fynbos flower arrangements, fireplace and heaters. There’s a pretty pool at the main lodge, edged with boulders.
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 Day 4 : Return to Cape Town
After a final morning activity, followed by brunch, you are transferred back to Cape Town arriving in the early afternoon.
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1 May 2008
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30 Jun 2008
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1 Jul 2008
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31 Aug 2008
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1 Sep 2008
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31 Oct 2008
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1 Nov 2008
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31 Dec 2008
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| Per person sharing |
ZAR R 7,380 |
ZAR R 8,800 |
ZAR R 11,280 |
ZAR R 11,410 |
| Prices may be based
on current exchange rates and are subject to change prior to booking. |
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| Contact us for more information or book your trip by clicking on the appropriate button below. One of our consultants will gladly help you with any questions you may have. |
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