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South Africa — The Art of the Wild

High in the Soutpansberg lies Leshiba Wilderness, a private mountain reserve with the valley at your feet. Stay in a private villa and visit the original Venda Art Lodge, filled with the work of celebrated female sculptor Noria Mabasa. Learn about local culture and meet some of the Venda artists and crafters in the region. Then end your trip with another highlight; three nights of Big Five safari in the Greater Makalali reserve.

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Departure: 11 July 2027
Duration: 8 days / 7 Nights
Price from: $ 4 420 pp
Group size: 6 -10 Travellers
10 of 10 seats available

Journey Highlights

  • Three nights in a private mountaintop villa at Leshiba Wilderness, high in the Soutpansberg
  • A lodge where art and wilderness meet - and ancient San rock art in the cliffs
  • Joyce's Journey – a personal glimpse into South African life through Joyce’s own stories and memories.
  • Meet the makers: sculptor Thomas Khubayi and the women of Mashamba Pottery
  • Three nights of Big Five safari in the Greater Makalali reserve
  • Early morning and late afternoon game drives with expert safari guides
  • Time for Optional workshops, additional activities or a spa treatment
  • A small group of sisters, almost all meals and activities included

Included

  • Meet & greet in Johannesburg
  • 1 night City Lodge OR Tambo (B&B)
  • 3 nights Leshiba Wilderness Private Villa
  • 3 nights Xiduli Lodge, Greater Makalali (full board + activities)
  • All road transfers, including the 4x4 mountain transfers at Leshiba
  • Afternoon drive on arrival, Morning Hike, star-gazing and Joyce's Journey at Leshiba
  • Visits to Thomas Khubayi's workshop and Mashamba Pottery en route to Makalali
  • Twice daily (Early Morning and late afternoon) game drives at Makalali
  • Online Safari Sisters Tour Leader available via whatsapp throughout your trip

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Domestic flights Johannesburg - Polokwane and Hoedspruit - Johannesburg (Airlink)
  • Travel insurance (compulsory)
  • Visas, where applicable
  • Additional meals not mentioned under includes & all drinks
  • Optional tours, workshops and spa treatments
  • Gratuities and items of a personal nature

Accommodation

1 Night Johannesburg Airport Hotel, 8 Nights in 6-bedroom Private Villas