International Rugby, Vineyards
and Luxury Safari
in South Africa
Springboks, Pinotage, and the Big 5
Nights: 9
Season: Summer 2021
Highlight: British Lions vs South Africa / Cultural visits
Client: Private – couples
Group Size: 4
Day 1
Business Class flights from Paris to Cape Town
Executive transfer from Cape Town Airport to The Marly Boutique Hotel
Check-in to The Marly Boutique Hotel
Day 2
South Africa vs The Lions, 2nd Test Match, Cape Town Stadium (arranged separately)
Day 3
Free day to explore Cape Town
Day 4
Free day to explore Cape Town
Day 5
Check-out of The Marly Boutique Hotel
Executive Transfer to Aquila Safari Game Reserve & Spa
Welcome drinks upon arrival
Afternoon game drive
Gourmet buffet dinner
Day 6
Early morning game drive
Breakfast
Check-out of Aquila Safari Game Reserve & Spa
Executive Transfer to Delaire Graff Estate
Private afternoon wine tasting experience at Delaire Graff
Day 7
Free day to relax at Delaire Graff Estate
Dinner at the award winning Indochine restaurant
Day 8
Check-out Delaire Graff Estate
Executive Transfer to Cape Town Airport
Flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Executive Transfer from Johannesburg Airport to Marriott Protea
Day 9
South Africa vs The Lions, 3rd Test Match, Emirates Airline Park (arranged separately)
Day 10
Executive transfer from Marriott Protea to Johannesburg airport
Business class flights from Johannesburg to Paris
The Lions tour is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the sporting calendar. Occurring every four years, there are few sporting events that muster as much impassioned support and on-field commitment. The nations of England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland unite to tour one of the three Southern Hemisphere giants of the game and in 2021 it is the turn of South Africa to host.
For a long-standing client of Blend Group, we created a bespoke nine-night experience to ensure they will be at the heart of the action. Arriving in Cape Town they are spending four nights at the 5* Marly hotel in a Superior Suite. Located in Camps Bay, a chic suburb on the Atlantic Seaboard, the hotel is surrounded by trendy cafes and bars. The area’s relaxed daytime atmosphere combined with its energetic nightlife, as well as the fact it is located 7 minutes away from the centre of Cape Town, make it the ideal location for a city break. Additionally, from their Superior Suite, guests can take in views of the dramatic and world-famous Table Mountain.
Following this, guests will enjoy the Aquila Safari experience. Not only does the Aquila pride itself on its luxurious hospitality and facilities, including a 35-meter saltwater pool and the serene Tranquila Spa, but it offers an unforgettable wildlife experience too. It gives its guests the chance to experience the reserve’s natural flora and fauna by vehicle, quad bike, or horseback, allowing you to get up close and personal with the wildlife. Included in our clients’ stay are two safari drives plus breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Up next is the Delaire Graff Estate, which is widely considered to be one of the jewels of the Cape Winelands. Regarded as one of the finest vineyards in the world, it is also a stunning place to unwind and we believe no trip to South Africa is complete without a stay here. The luxury of a Presidential Suite awaits, which includes a private terrace, living room with fireplace, private heated pool, complimentary bar and breathtaking surrounding views. Why not take a look at our Insight about fine wine in South Africa for more information about the Delaire Graff Estate.
This epic trip ends in Johannesburg with two nights at the Marriott, staying in a Suite with views of the city. It is here that the clients will watch the third and final Test between South Africa and the British and Irish Lions.
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss how we can create a similar, yet bespoke, South African experience for you.