In a nutshell

An experience of three days and two nights in the Manyoni Game Reserve: you're a guest at the Leopard Mountain luxury safari camp and from your private terrace, you can make out the savanna and the great Lebombo mountains. At dawn and dusk in a 4x4, you'll discover the wonders of Africa, from the biggest carnivores to the smallest insects: even a flower covered in dew is worth a photo!

Main stops

Day 1 * Sightseeing bus tour from the port of Durban to the Leopard Mountain safari camp * 4x4 tour at sunset with savanna aperitif and wildlife watching * Overnight stay at the exclusive Leopard Mountain safari camp

Day 2 * 4x4 tour at dawn, in search of the 'Big Five' * 4x4 tour at sunset * Overnight stay at the exclusive Leopard Mountain safari camp

Day 3 * 4x4 tour at dawn * Sightseeing bus tour to Durban * Flight from Durban to Port Elizabeth and return to ship

The programme

Day 1 – Fill up on the savanna at Leopard Mountain * As you drive along the road that takes you to the Leopard Mountain safari camp, you'll get your first taste of the savanna from the window. But after lunch and the afternoon tea ritual is when you'll really discover the wonders that await you: jump aboard the 4x4 and enter the hunting ground of the big carnivores, before enjoying an aperitif at sunset. * The Leopard Mountain safari camp has just 9 secluded chalets, so you can enjoy Africa's beauty in an intimate environment: the view spans the winding Msunduze River to the distant Lebombo Mountains, where the Great Rift Valley begins. After the safari, you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the camp: already feeling right at home?

Day 2 – Dawn in a 4x4 on the great plains * You'll wake at dawn along with the savanna, and jump into your 4x4 to savor the scent of the vast dew-covered expanses: at first light, it's easier to spot the five biggest animals in Africa: lions, elephants, rhinoceros, buffalo and leopards. But they're not the only ones that deserve your attention: from the tiniest insects to newly-opened flowers, the rangers will help you unearth the wonder in every blade of grass! * In your free time you can enjoy the breathtaking views from the camp and then you'll set off in a 4x4 at sunset to discover the various areas of the Manyoni reserve: around 24,000 hectares of private game reserve, teeming with wildlife.

Day 3 - Safari at dawn * Then the last safari is at dawn, along with another thousand photos of plants, birds in flight and animals of the savanna. As you travel towards Port Elizabeth, where your ship awaits, your discoveries will continue from the window. How does it feel to have the Africa bug?

Good to know

All meals are included.
To best enjoy this experience, remember to bring along a hat, sunglasses, sun lotion, a light windproof jacket, camera and binoculars.
Wear appropriate sports shoes and clothing for the trail.
Bring your passport with two blank pages for each entry into South Africa: you'll need it to take part in this experience.
The experience can be canceled up to 90 days prior to the start date of the land excursion.
The content and order of the activities may be changed without notice, depending on the weather conditions and the movements of the wildlife in the reserve.
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
In order to offer you an exclusive experience, the number of places is limited: book early.
The presence of the Costa Tour Expert is not guaranteed for the entire experience.