Sense of Africa is preparing for the ITB Berlin – meet us there
Our Sales and Marketing Director, Suzanne Benadie will be at ITB Berlin from 5 to 7 March 2024. Joining her this year is Nicola Booth, Market Manager for Switzerland, Austria, Germany and Benelux.
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KAZA ITINERARY – Welcome to Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe
The expansive Kavango Zambezi (KAZA) Trans-frontier Conservation Area (TFCA) is the world’s largest terrestrial TFCA at approximately 520,000 km². Occupying part of the Okavango and Zambezi river basins, it encompasses areas within the borders of Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe, and includes 36 formally proclaimed protected areas.
Have you seen our new Travel Twists brochure for 2023/2024? Here is the updated version
We provide you with a vast array of researched and costed excursions that you can book with us ensuring that your clients are able to plan their journey ahead of time – the excursions have been selected in most of our most visited areas, thus adding value to any travelers itinerary. Contact your Travel Specialist to make a booking.
The Blue Train and Rovos Rail cancellation of departures on the CapeCor Railway Line due to annual maintenance in October 2024
Please see attached notification on cancelled departures for The Blue Train for October 2024.
ROVOS RAIL regrets to advise that the railways have advised CLOSURE of the line for maintenance on the Cape Corridor between 15 – 24 October 2024. For more information kindly contact your travel specialist.
Urgent update – Table Mountain will be closed for annual maintenance
Please take note of the annual maintenance dates for 2024:
The Cableway will close for maintenance from 15 July 2024 until 1 September 2024. Weather permitting; the Cableway will re-open on 2 September 2024.
Insights into emerging traveler trends
Suzanne Benadie, Sales and Marketing Director at Sense of Africa, South Africa featured in this article.
Airlink resumes flights Kruger to Vilankulos a popular beach destination
This seasonal service offers a beach and safari holiday destination linking the majestic Kruger National Park and surrounds with Vilankulos in Mozambique, which offers beautiful beaches, marine life, restaurants, and the stunning Bazaruto Archipelago.
Cape Town airport experiences significant increase in visitors
The international terminal recorded growth in passenger numbers and visitor numbers continue to grow into 2024.
NEW PROPERTY: Pullman Cape Town City Centre
Finally we are thrilled to introduce Pullman Cape Town City Centre, conveniently located in the centre of the vibrant city of Cape Town. The hotel offers stylish accommodation, breath-taking views of the city, acclaimed dining at the restaurant and a refreshing lunch at the pool bar. The hotel is in close proximity to Cape Town’s popular attractions, including Table Mountain and the iconic V&A Waterfront.
Simbambili Game Lodge – Sabi Sands by Thornybush
Welcome to this sophisticated camp set in the unspoiled landscape well known for its abundant leopard sightings. The main lodge overlooks a waterhole offering many opportunities to spot wildlife. Relax and enjoy the African Bush while sipping a gin and tonic. Step into nature and experience a guided bush walk or go on game drives. Enjoy à la carte dining or try a boma barbecue while chatting round the fire at night. Discover stargazing as hyenas giggle nearby.
Travel Twists: Cape Malay Cooking Safari
Go on a walking tour of the heritage-protected area with cobbled streets, colorful homes, corner stores and mosques. Visit a local resident and experience their religious, cultural and culinary background in their home while you prepare delicious Cape Malay food.
Winelands and Garden Route Discovery
A 5 day discovery of the secluded Cape Winelands, the road less travelled, Garden Route sites and guest house and boutique hotel hospitality experiences.
Public Holidays 2024
Please note that our offices will be closed on the following public holidays:
21 March – Human Rights Day
29 March – Good Friday
1 April – Family Day
27 April – Freedom Day
1 May – Workers’ 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