Increase in international visitors to South Africa for the month of March
Statistics SA announces that South Africa’s inbound international arrivals increased by 13% in March 2024. Europe, North America, Central and South America, and Asia are contributing markets. US, Germany, and Belgium markets exceeded pre-pandemic levels.
CemAir New Route!!!
This new Malamala route will start 1 June 2024 and will serve several lodges.
E-tags are no longer in use
Car Rental companies have deactivated E-toll tags, you will not be able to use it as a toll payment method at conventional toll plazas countrywide.
The drivers of the rental vehicles will be liable for payment of the required toll fees at these toll plazas in cash or by credit card. Guests should be prepared to either pay cash, or use their cards at the tollgates.
Rentals prior to 11 April 2024 will still be billed via the car rental companies.
Special package: Sense of Canvas experience a luxury tented safari
Experience the bush whilst overnighting under canvas. We have selected a few favorite luxury tent options for you to choose from! For bookings, please contact your travel specialist at Sense of Africa.
Green Seat – Travel with a purpose
In choosing Sense of Africa to be your partner of choice in Southern Africa, you contribute towards Our Planet, Our People and Our Wildlife. In line with the company values and commitment to creating shared value in the communities within which we operate, Green Seat was implemented in 2012.
FEATURE: The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel
Welcome to this elegant 5-star luxury hotel situated in the spectacular Constantia Valley one of the oldest wine estates in the Cape with nine acres of award-winning gardens and breath-taking views. The rooms offer magnificent views of Table Mountain. Guests can explore the beautiful gardens, sip signature cocktails at the pool, play tennis, enjoy a spa treatment, go bowling, or various mountain trails on a Mountain Bike. From garden picnics to high tea and elegant dining every sumptuous dish is paired with the finest Cape wine.
Makalali Special Offer
Book a 3-nigt stay at Makalali Main Lodge (FIT Bookings only) and receive a complimentary upgrade to River Lodge. (Subject to availability)
Travel Twists: Cycling in Soweto
Start your cycling tour by exploring Soweto, its rich history and the struggles during the apartheid era. Thereafter, cycle down to Vilakazi Street, home of two Nobel Peace Prize winners, Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Stop outside Mandela House and learn more about this great man. End your tour with a traditional drink ceremony.
Wild Coast and Garden Route Essentials
Explore the Wild Coast and the Garden Route, view the home town of South Africa’s beloved Madiba, the Storms River Bridge, as well as an ostrich farm, before sampling the wines of Route 62.
Public Holidays 2024
Please note that our offices will be closed on the following public holidays:
29 May – Election Day
16 June – Youth Day
17 June – Youth Day observed
9 August – National Women’s Day
24 September – Heritage Day
16 December – Day of Reconciliation
25 December – Christmas Day
26 December – Day of Goodwill