The modern city of Durban dates from 1824, when a party of 25 men under British Lieutenant F. G. Farewell arrived from the Cape Colony and established a settlement on the northern shore of the Bay of Natal, near today's Farewell Square. Accompanying Farewell was an adventurer named Henry Francis Fynn.

Fynn was able to befriend the Zulu King Shaka by helping him to recover from a stab wound he suffered in battle. As a token of Shaka's gratitude, he granted Fynn a "30-mile strip of coast a hundred miles in depth."  When Vasco da Gama rounded Africa in the late 15th century he pulled into Inhambane to replenish stocks and to explore. He took an immediate liking to Imhambane and named it Terra de Boa Gente or 'Land of the Good People'.

In 1505, a ship sent by Francisco de Almeida was shipwrecked south of the town, but the Portuguese gained an initial meeting with the Karanga chiefs. Later, their sons landed on Mozambique Island to survey the situation. The Portuguese eventually established a permanent trading post at settlement in 1534. Inhambane was then chosen as the first Jesuit mission to East Africa in 1560.

SUMMARY

Day 1

Perfectly situated on the ocean’s edge, a brief 5 minutes walk from Umhlanga Village Centre, the Oyster Box Hotel is conveniently located for quick and easy access to Afro-chic Durban city centre, International Airports and numerous stylish shopping centres…yet has a feeling of classical charm and elegance like nowhere else on earth.

With 86 different types of luxurious rooms, suite and villa to choose from The Oyster Box can accommodate the varied individual needs of every type of visitor. Meticulously refurbished, each one is superbly designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. All of the colonial charm has been lovingly preserved - the exquisite tiles, murals, paintings and antique furnishings have all been retained in their original glory. The décor also makes excellent use of natural stone and timber, complemented by calming colors that reflect the soothing shades of the surrounding ocean and tropical vegetation. The elegant Classic Rooms, all overlook the hotel’s lush, tranquil gardens.

Overnight, Bed and Breakfast at Oyster Box...

Day 2

Transfer from Inhambane Airport to the Flamingo Bay Water Lodge, home for the next two nights.

Flamingo Bay Water Lodge is situated in the pristine tidal bay of Inhambane 485km north of Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. The lodge is situated on stilts on the crystal clear waters of the warm Indian Ocean. This eco-paradise is home to flocks of flamingo’s, tropical fish and the very rare Dugong. The sunsets at Flamingo Bay are nothing less than breathtaking. The warm Indian Ocean offers safe bathing all year round and the endless wide open beaches offer hours of strolling pleasure.

This lodge is unique and the only one of its kind in Africa. Flamingo Bay prides itself in having an undisturbed eco-setting that is peaceful and pristine and we endeavor to keep it that way. Because of the setting and exclusivity we do not allow children under 12 years at the lodge allowing guests to appreciate the peacefulness, elegance and romance of this tropical getaway

Overnight, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at Flamingo Bay Water Lodge...

Day 3

Enjoy the many water sport facilities the Lodge has to offer or just relax on the beach.

Overnight, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at Flamingo Bay Water Lodge...

Day 4

From Inhambane continue the journey by flight to Nelspruit, situated in the Mpumalanga Province.

Bush Lodge is set in the heart of the Sabi Sabi bushveld overlooking a water-hole and an African plain. At each of our lodges, you will luxuriate in uncompromising high standards of service, efficiency and personalized attention - all in an informal atmosphere of warmth and hospitality. Each air-conditioned thatched suite features ethnic décor in keeping with the bushveld environment.

The lodge features artistically designed open courtyards with spectacular wooden carvings by renowned South African sculptors, created from wood salvaged from the bushveld. Mandleve Suite at Bush Lodge is an ultra-luxury suite perfect for honeymooners. It encompasses a large suite, open plan lounge and spacious bathroom with outside shower and a private pool. Private in-room dining, a private safari vehicle and a personal attendant are other luxuries.

Overnight, Fully Inclusive at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge...

Day 5

Enjoy early morning and afternoon games drives in the Sabi Sabi bushveld.

Overnight, Fully Inclusive at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge...

Day 6

Fly from Skukuza Airport back to Johannesburg...