Curated Experiences: Reawaken Your Soul in South Africa with &Beyond
There's no time like the present to explore South Africa's many wonders.
Book by Nov 30, 2025
VIBRANT CITIES AND PRISTINE WILDERNESS AWAIT
South Africa’s landscapes are nothing short of spectacular, with 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of natural wonders to explore. Beyond its celebrated Big Five game reserves, you’ll find flourishing winelands producing some of the world’s finest vintages, sun-kissed beaches, rugged mountains, lush forests, and rolling hills that open into breathtaking canyons and gorges—perfect for adventure seekers. Add to this the vibrant nightlife, thriving café culture, and cosmopolitan charm of cities like Cape Town, and you have a destination brimming with beauty, diversity, and unforgettable experiences.
EXCLUSIVE DIRECT TRAVEL BONUS
When you book your South Africa adventure with Direct Travel by November 30, 2025, you’ll enjoy even more: a personally curated itinerary filled with unique, immersive experiences, exclusive Virtuoso amenities at member hotels, and a complimentary tasting platter that takes you on a rich culinary journey through South Africa. Carefully curated and artfully presented, each bite offers a warm welcome to the landscapes and cultures you are about to explore. These aren’t just snacks, they’re stories, handcrafted in miniature form and designed to honor the regions you’re visiting. Let this be your first taste of your journey with &Beyond.
You choose the path. They'll make it unforgettable.
&Beyond crafts luxury adventures in extraordinary wild places throughout South Africa and beyond. With an extensive portfolio of lodges, camps, and yachts, you’ll enjoy thoughtfully curated journeys that immerse you in the beauty, culture, and spirit of each destination—making every moment deeply meaningful and unforgettable.
On an &Beyond tour you'll find a blend of exceptional comfort with unparalleled adventure—grounded in a conservation model that protects what matters most. It’s how they redefine what it means to explore with purpose.
Featured South Africa Experiences
Ask for pricing on these and other luxury adventures in South Africa.Grand South Africa Safari - Deluxe8 nights / 9 days
Johannesburg - Safari - Cape TownEnjoy a taste of South Africa with our exclusive Savory Storyboard, when you book your South Africa adventure with Direct Travel by November 30, 2025.
Highlights of this Journey• The hustle and bustle of Johannesburg
• Exceptional game viewing in the Greater Kruger National Park
• Up-close sightings of the rare and elusive cheetah, as well as the opportunity to see black rhino and a magnificent diversity of bird species at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve
• City streets and endless beaches in scenic Cape Town
Embark on a grand tour of South Africa, from the City of Gold to its most famous game reserves and the magnificent city of Cape Town. Set out in search of the Big Five at &Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve, which shares unfenced borders with the renowned Kruger National Park and benefits from the famous reserve’s wealth of wildlife. Track rarer wildlife like the elegant cheetah and endangered black rhino at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve. Depending on the season, you may also have the opportunity to swim with whale sharks or watch massive sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. Your holiday in South Africa ends at the southern tip of the continent, in picturesque Cape Town, where two oceans meet. Discover the views from magnificent Table Mountain, uncover the city’s colorful history, and taste some of the world’s finest vintages in the scenic Winelands.
Private Big Five, Kalahari & Cape Town Journey12 nights / 13 days
Johannesburg - Safari - Cape TownEnjoy a taste of South Africa with our exclusive Savory Storyboard, when you book your South Africa adventure with Direct Travel by November 30, 2025.
Highlights of this Adventure• Exclusive-use luxurious accommodation throughout; a private chef, personal staff and sole-use game-viewing vehicle at Phinda and Tswalu
• Private safaris with the offerings of lifetime memory makers: from close-up sightings of cheetah, and the thrills of Phinda’s Big-five viewings, to the black-maned lions, meerkat communities, and the rarely encountered pangolins and aardwolf of the Kalahari
• Walks to ancient archaeological sites that showcase Bushmen rock art dating back some 380 000 years: some of the oldest art on earth
• Exploration of Cape Town’s scenic coastline, vineyard vistas, and unmissable highlights like the naval military base at Simon’s Town, the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, or the penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach
Immerse yourself in this captivating 13-day private journey that has been designed to showcase the best of three singular destinations. Explore the landscape and Big-Five magic of &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve; experience the rare and extraordinary wildlife offerings of the green Kalahari, and revel in vibrant, cosmopolitan, breathtakingly gorgeous Cape Town.
Exclusively curated for private groups of up to eight friends or family members, stay in bespoke accommodation, complete with dedicated inhouse and guiding staff, as you explore spectacular landscapes, witness unforgettable wildlife experiences, and absorb the splendour of Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Your journey begins at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, renowned for some of the continent’s finest game viewing experiences, 436 bird species, and for its profound wide-ranging conservation initiatives. The next leg of your adventure takes you to Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa’s largest private game reserve. With a vision to ‘restore the Kalahari to itself,’ protection and conservation of this magnificent arid savannah, and its endemic wildlife is paramount. This is a place of unique safari experiences set against broad expanses of pristine grasslands, dunes, and mountains. From these surrounds, you’ll travel to the ‘Mother City’ of Cape Town: a city of picture-book natural beauty from the heights of Table Mountain, to the shores of the Indian and Atlantic Ocean coastlines, and nearby mountain and vineyard vistas. It is also home to Ellerman House, Cape Town’s most exclusive address with unrivaled ocean views and an art collection like no other.
Travel with Purpose South Africa10 nights / 11 days
Johannesburg to Cape TownEnjoy a taste of South Africa with our exclusive Savory Storyboard, when you book your South Africa adventure with Direct Travel by November 30, 2025.
Highlights of this Journey• Gain insight into the amazing projects of the Wild Impact on a community visit
• Marvel at abundant wildlife and safari experiences at &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve
• Explore the scenic beauty and attractions of the Cape Winelands
• Enjoy an authentic Day Tour visiting community and social projects in the city of Cape Town
• Delve into Grootbos’s Green Futures College on the Cape Whale Coast
• Splash about at the African Seabird and Penguin Sanctuary and participate in a whale watching trip
Together with your family, embark on an unforgettable 11-day philanthropic adventure through magnificent South Africa. Starting in &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, experience a fascinating community excursion offering a humbling opportunity to learn more about the wonderfully diverse communities of KwaZulu-Natal. Gain first-hand knowledge of various projects, aimed at improving education, healthcare and access to water, as well as the development of local businesses in the area. In Cape Town, interact with the locals on an authentic day tour, angled at any particular philanthropic interests. Move up the whale coast, where you will have the opportunity to meet future conservation leaders positively contributing to the region’s unique biodiversity at the Green Futures College on Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Choose to delve into the African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary, and splurge on a whale watching trip (dependent on the season), where conservationists will have a chance to showcase their marine conservation initiatives along South Africa’s magnificent coastline.
Go Beyond Average with &Beyond
Terms & Conditions
Exclusive bonus available on new bookings made between September 10, 2025 and November 30, 2025. Valid for &Beyond bookings made through Direct Travel to South Africa. Savory Storyboard is valued at $100 USD per guest, no cash value, non-transferable, inclusions vary based on lodged and location. All fares & offers are valid at the time of publication and are subject to change based on availability and other considerations.