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Luxury African Safari Travel, Accommodation & Tours

We Create Unforgettable Adventures for Discerning Travelers

Spot the Big Five in the Kruger Park or explore the wildlife wonders of Botswana by water. Take a leisurely drive down the Garden Route or witness the Great Migration in East Africa. Trek across the deserts of Namibia or savour the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.

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2010 World Travel Award

Based in Cape Town, Southern Africa Travel, part of the Giltedge Group, has over 30 years luxury African travel experience. Giltedge is the 2010 & 2011 International Travel Awards winner in the South African Luxury Tour Operator category.

First hand experience of the destinations means our travel experts are your best possible option for a tailor-made or luxury itinerary within the African sub-continent.

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About Southern Africa Travel

The Southern Africa Travel Team

Southern Africa Travel is a private South African company specialising in luxury tailor made itineraries to Southern Africa.

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Southern Africa Travel publishes a high quality African travel brochure showcasing a number of luxury Southern African safari and holiday destinations.

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Our Recommended Tours & Safaris Our tours & safaris are selected based on 10 years of feedback and an intimate knowledge of African travel possibilities.

Golfing the Cape

Golf Safaris : Golfing the Cape

On this tour we combine the best golfing destinations in South Africa’s Western and Eastern Cape Provinces…

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Essential South Africa

Value African Safaris : Essential South Africa

Ideal for the first-time visitor to South Africa this essential tour includes some of our favourite must-see…

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The Best of Zambia

Luxury African Safari : The Best of Zambia

This tour combines Zambia’s finest in one thrilling adventure… Enjoy an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view…

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City, Sea & Safari

Value African Safaris : City, Sea & Safari

This classic vacation combines three of South Africa’s most preferred destinations. Experience the vibrant…

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Cape Town, Vineyards & Safari Splendour

Luxury African Safari : Cape Town, Vineyards & Safari Splendour

Spoil yourself with this ultra-luxurious holiday to South Africa. Experience Cape Town… a colourful city…

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Recent Customer Feedback & Reviews We love it when clients tell us about their experiences travelling Africa with us - it helps us to be better at what we do.

23 Nov 2010I would tell all my friends planning to come to Africa that…

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We are now back to home after a 24 hour travel. I really would like to thank you for the very good organization from the beginning to the end. We all enjoyed it very much. Our guides were very helpful. I especially would like to thank Jimi. I forgot to say goodbye to him while running after the children at the airport. So I would really appreciate if you could forward him my greetings. Thank you again for everything and I would tell all my friends planning to come to Africa that they should contact you. Best regards from very cold Turkey

Baak Aytek

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Jack Hanna's Experience with Giltedge & Southern Africa Travel

American wildlife guru Jack Hanna and his family visited South Africa recently and called upon us to create the itinerary for his party.

Featured Safari Partners Southern Africa Travel is proud to partner with East and Southern Africa's most sought after private safari game reserves and accommodations.

Singita Boulders Lodge

Singita - South Africa

Singita Game Reserves offer exceptional service, luxury accommodation, excellent cuisine and unforgettable safari experiences in South Africa.

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Singita Faru Faru River Lodge

Singita - East Africa

Singita Grumeti Reserves provides an exclusive safari adventure with personalized service and luxury accommodation in Tanzania.

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Kariega River Lodge

Kariega

Kariega Game Reserve offers a range of accommodation options to suit every need. Guests can expect great service, comfortable accommodation and thrilling safari experiences. 

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Ulusaba Rock Lodge

Ulusaba

Known as Sir Richard Branson’s Private Game Reserve, Ulusaba delivers luxury safari accommodation and superior game viewing opportunities in the renowned Sabi Sand Reserve.

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Jock Safari Lodge - Main Lodge

Jock Safari Lodges

Situated on the first private concession in the southern part of South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park, Jock Safari Lodge is steeped in history and offers unforgettable safari experiences.

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Latest from our Blog Find out what our gallivanting consultants have been up to and read our latest destination and accommodation reviews.

Uthando South Africa - An update on their year

Uthando South Africa - An update on their year By Vicky Rowe on 15 December 2011

As you know, Southern Africa Travel is a big supporter of Uthando South Africa and we were pleased to receive an update on their very busy year

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Jack Hanna’s “Into the Wild” film crew coming to Africa

Jack Hanna’s “Into the Wild” film crew coming to Africa By Murray Gardiner on 02 November 2011

Renowned animal-expert and conservationist, Jack Hanna, is taking his “Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild” (“Into the Wild”) film crew to Africa. Southern Africa Travel - operated by Giltedge Travel, together with Mantis Collection - have organized an amazing adventure!

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Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge

Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge By Robyn Leatherby on 12 October 2011

My husband and I were lucky enough to spend two nights at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge. This lodge is designed in such a way that it completely blends into the surroundings. 

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