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  • African Odyssey Safaris are your personal planning specialists for your African safari needs.
  • African Odyssey Safaris are your personal planning specialists for your African safari needs.
  • African Odyssey Safaris are your personal planning specialists for your African safari needs.
  • African Odyssey Safaris are your personal planning specialists for your African safari needs.
  • African Odyssey Safaris are your personal planning specialists for your African safari needs.

South Africa Accommodation

The Bay Hotel, Camps Bay

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Cape Town

Picturesquely situated between the majestic Twelve Apostles Mountain range and the  Atlantic Ocean, the superb Bay Hotel is the only hotel in Cape Town that enjoys uninterrupted views and direct access to the world-famous Camps Bay Beach.


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Constantia Uitsig, Cape Town

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Cape Town

Constantia Uitsig is one of seven wine farms which make up the Constantia Valley Wine Route, where wine has been produced since 1659. Situated only 20 minutes from Cape Town’s city centre, it can truly be described as ‘Cape Town’s Vineyard’ and is home to some of South Africa’s finest, most highly acclaimed wines.

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Franschhoek Country House

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Winelands

The restored manor house and former perfumery dating back to 1890, is situated on the outskirts of the village and is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and majestic mountains.

An hour's drive from Cape Town makes it the perfect getaway for anyone visiting the Western Cape.

The Country House and Villas offers 14 luxury rooms and 12 Villa Suites. All the rooms offer features and facilities expected of a first class hotel.  Almost all rooms lead out onto private balconies or private patio with magnificent views. The Villa Suites are luxurious, and are each 100m2 in size; boast a fireplace, DVD player, individual satellite TV, 2 air conditioners, 2 balconies, and many more unexpected luxuries!

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Le Quartier Francais, Franschhoek

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Winelands

Le Quartier Français is a colourful boutique hotel with a culinary reputation of note. Located right in the centre of the French Huguenot village of Franschhoek, this whitewashed auberge with its blue and white flower-filled gardens, gourmet delicacies, funky accommodation and friendly service is a haven of tranquillity.

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Belvidere Manor, Knysna

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Garden Route

In the hamlet of Belvidere on the Knysna lagoon, lies the old manor house, Belvidere House, built by the founder of Belvidere, Thomas Duthie in 1849.  This Georgian house is now the reception of Belvidere Manor Hotel, a beautiful property offering the traveller a relaxed and tranquil holiday.

Guests are accommodated in private whitewashed cottages situated in colourful gardens with stunning views overlooking the lagoon.  Each single or double storey cottage offers a wide airy veranda, a comfortable living room with fireplace, satellite television and DVD player, a fully equipped kitchen and a choice of one, two or three en-suite double bedrooms.

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Bayethe, Shamwari Game Reserve

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Eastern Cape

"By-ye-ti", the welcoming salutation you will receive on your arrival at this splendid stone walled and thatch roofed lodge. Each of the twelve tents is air-conditioned and heated and has an en-suite bathroom, shower, private plunge pool and viewing deck.

Game drives are carried out in the mornings and evenings. If you have a particular species you would like to see, please mention it to your ranger; he will be happy to merge your plans into the group.

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Phinda Private Game Reserve

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KwaZulu Natal

Phinda Private Game Reserve encompasses an impressive 22 000 hectares of prime wilderness land, and offers an abundance of natural riches to guests on an African safari. Showcasing one of the continent’s finest game viewing experiences featuring Africa’s Big Five, Phinda is described as “Seven Worlds of Wonder”, with its seven distinct habitats. A magnificent tapestry of woodland, grassland, wetland and forest, interspersed with mountain ranges, river courses, marshes and pans, Phinda has a diversity of ecosystems and wildlife to rival any in Africa.

Home to 1 000 hectares of Africa’s remaining rare dry sand forest, the Reserve sits in close proximity to the unspoiled beaches and spectacular reefs of the Indian Ocean, offering a unique combination of bush and beach adventure. Situated in northern KwaZulu-Natal, Phinda borders conservation areas such as the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park – a World Heritage Site. This is a national treasure, sheltering perfectly preserved ancient ammonites (giant molluscs of the dinosaur era), and a plethora of animals, birds, reptiles, insects and butterflies in the seven diverse habitats. Guests at Phinda experience unforgettable interpretive game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, led by experienced rangers and Zulu trackers, as well as exciting optional adventures on the water, in the air and on the beach.

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Fugitives Drift, Isandlwana And Rorke's Drift

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KwaZulu Natal

Famous for its battlefield tours to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift; Fugitives Drift Lodge has created an opportunity for visitors to experience the extraordinary saga of the Anglo Zulu War. Set in the 2000ha Fugitives’ Drift Game Reserve, it overlooks the famous battlefield of Isandlwana is next door to Rorke’s Drift and is also home to giraffe, zebra and numerous species of antelope and birds.

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Garonga Safari Camp, Greater Kruger Park area

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Greater Kruger Park

Garonga Safari Camp is an exclusive 14 bed camp in the greater Makalali Conservancy situated west of the Kruger National Park. This unassuming sanctuary promises a more intimate wildlife encounter in an unhurried environment – somewhere where you can unwind, sleep deeply and be yourself.

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Ngala Tented Camp

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Greater Kruger Park

Ngala Tented Camp is situated in Ngala Private Game Reserve, on 14 700 hectares/36 500 acres of exclusive game-rich Kruger National Park, Northern Province, South Africa. The camp’s spectacular setting is on the banks of the seasonal Timbavati River. Situated only three kilometres (1.9 miles) from Orpen Gate – one of the major gateways into the world-famous Kruger National Park – this elegant safari camp is known internationally for sophisticated tented accommodation in tranquil African bush surrounds.

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Nottens Bush Camp

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Greater Kruger Park

Set within the heart of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Notten’s Bush Camp is an exclusively intimate retreat. The Lodge has been run by the Notten family for the past 20 years and is alive with the heart and soul of Africa.

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News

  • Off to the Soccer World Cup in South Africa?  Going with your partner but want to do something out of the ordinary? Escape the crowds for a couple of weeks and go on a Yoga Safari in beautiful Botswana (bordering South Africa).

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    Small group, fully escorted tours - weekly departures!

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Testimonials

Bob and Margo Blair
Date: Mar 03, 2008


Brian, We had a fantastic time and thoroughly enjoyed all of the arrangements. Arrangements for transport to the lodges were very good. Send my regards to Mike. I enjoyed our conversations in the van. Shamwari was the best for everything Belvidere Manor was excel...

Why use us?

When you are exploring Africa, who you choose as your organizer is crucial to your experience.

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What is a tailor-made tour?

Tailor-made means: custom designed, bespoke, made to order.

A tailor made holiday, tour or safari is basically a personal planning service. You tell us what you want ...

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At African Odyssey Safaris, we use only the most knowledgeable, experienced and talented guides to ensure that you have the best possible experience.

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