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Trip Overview
Duration
9 Nights | 10 Days
Guide
Byron Loubser and Cedric Dold
Dates
13 – 22 October 2026
Location
South Africa
A group of six travellers is set to embark on an unforgettable journey through South Africa, exploring the country from the Cape to Kruger with expert private WildEarth guides throughout.
Your adventure begins along the spectacular Cape Whale Coast at the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, where you’ll be hosted by Byron Loubser, an experienced Cape Town and coastal guide. It’s whale season, so you’ll likely spot southern right whales from land as soon as you arrive. You’ll stay at Grootbos Garden Lodge, a luxurious eco-lodge nestled within this magnificent reserve. Here, you’ll immerse yourself in nature with experiences like forest bathing, a 4×4 flower safari, cave exploration, beach walks, and a boat-based whale-watching tour.
From Grootbos, the journey continues to Cape Town, where you’ll check in at the elegant Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel. Highlights include a private cable car trip up Table Mountain and a full-day Cape Peninsula tour, where you’ll visit Cape Point, see the African penguins at Boulders Beach, and perhaps even stop in the nearby winelands.
The final leg of your trip takes you to the world-renowned Greater Kruger region and the northern Sabi Sands, where you’ll be welcomed by your next private guide, Cedric Dold, for four nights at the exclusive Jaci’s Sabi House. Here, your days will be filled with thrilling encounters with Africa’s iconic wildlife, especially the leopards that have become so beloved by WildEarth viewers around the globe.
Your Private Guide
Byron Loubser
Private Safari Guide
Byron’s journey with WildEarth began in 2021, though his roots in nature run far deeper. A qualified conservationist, field guide and birding specialist, he first joined as a local naturalist at Penguin Beach before moving into field operations in the Lowveld.
With guiding experience from the Cape Floral Kingdom to the bushveld, Byron brings a calm, thoughtful style and a deep appreciation for the wild. Today, he plays a central role at WildEarth Travel, managing logistics and guest connections from first calls to post-safari follow-ups, ensuring every journey runs seamlessly.
A passionate birder known to “brake for birds,” Byron thrives on sharing stories from the field. Away from work, he finds balance in the ocean, the mountains, and time outdoors with his wife and daughter.
Cedric Dold
Private Safari Guide
With 19 years of guiding experience and a natural gift for tracking, Cedric brings a steady presence and sharp eye to the bush. Trained through EcoTraining and in-lodge mentoring, he specialises in big cats and the art of reading the land until its stories come to life.
Since joining WildEarth in 2022, Cedric has shared his passion with a global audience, inspiring younger generations to care for the wild. Guests are drawn to his calm nature and the joy he shows when reconnecting with familiar leopards, his excitement both genuine and contagious.
For Cedric, guiding is about more than sightings. He invites guests to slow down, be present, and feel the rhythm of the wilderness.
The Lodges
Garden Lodge, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Nestled between mountain and sea, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a five-star eco-paradise showcasing the incredible Flora and Marine life of the Southern Tip of Africa. Home of the “Marine Big 5” – whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins; and with unparalleled floral diversity, Grootbos offers you a one-of-a-kind luxury African experience. Nestled carefully into the natural gaps of an enchanted Milkwood forest, the 11 freestanding suites are stylishly furnished with luxurious canopy beds, spacious en suite bathrooms, separate lounges with cosy fireplaces and private wooden decks with spectacular panoramic views. True to its name, the warm and welcoming Garden Lodge is set amongst an Eden of beautifully landscaped fynbos gardens and indigenous trees. Fashioned from stone, thatch and timber, the Garden Lodge reflects African warmth with an intercontinental twist, blending perfectly into the surrounding landscape. The curved lines, high beamed ceilings and endless windows enhance the sensation of light, freedom and natural flow and make full use of the incredible sweeping views across mountain and sea. An elegant restaurant, spacious lounge, beauty salon, library and children’s entertainment room ensure that all needs are satisfied. The wooden deck, terrace and superb pool area extend the interior space into the outdoors allowing sun seekers and nature lovers to make the most of the rejuvenating environment.
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
At Cape Cadogan, you truly get the best of both worlds: a peaceful oasis amidst the vibrant energy of Cape Town’s Kloof Street Neighbourhood.
In 2022, this historic Hotel was revitalised, collaborating with local artisans who infused the design with elegant touches of emerald green, classic black and white, and just the right hint of gold sparkle. Each of the 29 rooms seamlessly blends the old with the new, ensuring luxurious comfort.
The new spa provides soothing treatments, and the fitness centre is equipped with the essentials. Relax in the sunroom, evoking the charm of a Victorian home, or unwind by one of our two pools as refreshing beverages are served. Upper Union Restaurant provides a distinctive buzz, marking it as a destination food experience beloved by international guests and Capetonians alike.
Cape Cadogan is the epitome of a stylish urban retreat. Offering the finest experiences, ensuring a memorable stay in Cape Town.
Jaci's Sabi House, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve
Jaci’s Sabi House is an exclusive-use safari villa in the world renowned Sabi Sand Reserve, Mpumalanga, South Africa. We believe that privacy is the new pinnacle of luxury. Accommodating only 6 guests at a time on a sole use basis, each stay is a bespoke safari experience, tailored to guests’ every desire.
Safaris are defined by location and there is none better than the 65 000 hectare Sabi Sand Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park. At Jaci’s Sabi House safaris are individually tailored encounters with the wild that will leave you enthralled and enriched with indelible memories.
Jaci’s Sabi House offers the ultimate in exclusivity, an entire safari lodge for your private use. Private chef, private butler and private game drives; this is the pinnacle of luxury. This is your house, design how you wish to spend your time and revel in it.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Garden Lodge • Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met at the aircraft by a representative, fast-tracked through customs and immigration, and assisted with your luggage. You’ll then meet your private guide, Byron Loubser, and be driven approximately two hours to Grootbos Garden Lodge.
In the afternoon, you will experience forest bathing with eco-therapist Grant Hine. This sensory-rich walk, practised under the ancient Milkwood trees, encourages mindful immersion in nature through sight, sound, touch and stillness.
Day 2: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Garden Lodge • Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
This morning, enjoy a 4×4 botanical safari with Byron. Discover Grootbos’s remarkable fynbos, the richest temperate flora in the world, and learn the stories of its 800 recorded plant species.
In the afternoon, visit Klipgat Caves, home to Middle Stone Age people 70,000–80,000 years ago, before continuing to the beach for a guided exploration of the unique intertidal ecosystem and coastal geology.
Day 3: Thursday, 15 October 2026
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Garden Lodge • Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Today you will head out on an exclusive whale watching tour with Dyer Island Cruises. From Kleinbaai harbour, this private boat trip explores the Marine Big 5 — whales, dolphins, penguins, Cape Fur Seals, and surface views of the Great White Shark. The vessel offers comfort, upper decks, shelter, onboard snacks and drinks, and the expertise of specialist guides.
Day 4: Friday, 16 October 2026
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel • Cape Town
This morning, transfer by private vehicle to Cape Town and check in at Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel. After lunch, your guide will take you up Table Mountain by cable car for panoramic views of the city, coastline and mountain ranges. You’ll have time to explore the unique flora and fauna at the summit.
Day 5: Saturday, 17 October 2026
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel • Cape Town
Today is dedicated to a full-day Cape Peninsula Tour with your private guide. Highlights include Chapman’s Peak Drive, Hout Bay with a Seal Island cruise (weather permitting), the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, and a visit to Boulders Beach to see the African penguin colony. You will return via Simon’s Town and end the day at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Day 6: Sunday, 17 October 2026
Cape Town • Sabi Sand Nature Reserve
This morning, you will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport. From there, you’ll fly to Johannesburg International Airport, where you’ll connect with your Federal Air flight taking you directly to Jaci’s Sabi House in the northern Sabi Sands.
Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by your next private guide, Cedric Dold, who will accompany you for the next leg of your safari adventure.
This afternoon after settling in to the lodge you will enjoy an afternoon safari with Cedric as your private guide.
Day 7 – 9 : Monday – Wednesday, 19 – 21 October 2026
Jaci’s Sabi House • Northern Sabi Sands
Continue your safari at Jaci’s Sabi House with two daily game drives. Cedric will share his expertise in tracking and interpreting the bush, giving you intimate encounters with the leopards of the region and other wildlife.
Day 10: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Jaci’s Sabi House • Northern Sabi Sands → Johannesburg
After a final morning game drive, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Johannesburg.
Inclusions, Exclusions & Pricing
Included
- All internal road and air transfers
- High-end accommodation throughout.
- 24/7 support when in Africa.
- Private guides throughout.
- All meals and local drinks (breakfast only in Cape Town).
Excluded
- International flights
- Travel Insurance
- Items of a personal nature.
Pricing
Sharing
Per person sharing
Single
Per person for single occupancy
