SOUTH AFRICAN RELAXATION

Slow down, stretch out and savour the legendary personal service in South Africa’s classic country houses, spend time strolling the colourful colonial gardens, or destress and invigorate your body and mind at an African spa.

Cape Town & Winelands

2 nts Winelands Self Drive - River Manor Country House and Spa

River Manor , with its National Monument status, offers stylish rooms and colonial charm with a touch of Africa. Relax in its peaceful spa or explore the village centre’s street cafes, restaurants and museums.

From £199pp (Includes 2 nts hotel & 3 days car hire)

Kruger & Beyond

Protea Hotel Kruger Gate

The hotel lies on the edge of the Kruger National Park beneath towering indigenous trees. Eat in the restaurant or on the wooden deck, or stroll along timber walkways to dine round a roaring fire. Open-vehicle morning and afternoon game drives from the hotel are prebookable.

From £55pppn

KwaZulu Natal & Battlefields

5* Zimbali Lodge and Country Club

Relax in the infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, at this luxury boutique hotel in a coastal forest reserve just 35 minutes north of Durban. Even the most discerning traveller will be delighted with this gem.

From £104pppn
Stay 3 nts get 1 nt free (Valid 01 May 08-31 Aug 08)

Garden Route

The Plettenberg Hotel

A quieter and more secluded part of the Garden Route, Pletternberg offers a relaxing escape. Stay at the Plettenberg Hotel which offers spectacular views of the sea and miles of golden sand on which to wander. Sightings of whales and dolphins are also not uncommon.

5* The Plettenberg Hotel from £63pppn

Eastern Cape

Sands@ St. Francis

The Sands is a wonderful African beach house situated in the charming seaside village of St Francis Bay. It’s a mere one hour drive west of Port Elizabeth and is a natural gateway to the beautiful Garden Route. This impressive white-walled, thatch roofed haven offers a five-star getaway experience of pure indulgence with sweeping views.

From £78pppn inc breakfast

Johannesburg & Beyond

Pretoria Rail Journeys

Just 30 minutes from Jo’burg is Pretoria, a starting point for fabulous railway journeys on board the Blue Train or Rovos Rail. Board one of the luxurious trains and travel across the spectacular scenery of the South Africa’s provinces.

Journeys from £573pp

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5* Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa, Franschhoek

From £53pppn

5* Tsala Treetops Lodge

From £141pppn

5* Hunters Country House

From £59pppn

4* Laird’s Lodge, Plettenberg

From £38pppn

5* Hacklewood Hill Country House, Port Elizabeth

From £78pppn