South Africa - The Harley safari

Saxon Boutique Hotel

Located in a secluded, gated residential area in Sandhurst - within close proximity to Johannesburg this all-suite hotel, set on 6 acres of land was home to Nelson Mandela as he wrote his biography, “The Long Walk to Freedom”. This exclusive luxury hotel epitomizes authentic African elegance combined with discretely personalized attention to detail. 24 suites -each incorporating a strong element of African Art, state-of-the-art facilities,writing desk, broadband and wireless Internet access. The piece de resistance, however, is the recently unveiled Saxon Spa and Studio. Six treatments rooms, including two outdoors, designed with state-of-the-art equipment and most up-to-date beauty, health and wellness treatments.

Camp Jabulani

Represents the epitome of style, luxury, gastronomic excellence and warm hospitality. The camp was conceptualized to support and sustain thirteenelephants who found themselves in the care of wildlife visionary, Lente Roode. The intimate camp environment is designed open-plan to blend seamlessly with the surrounding bush. Facilities include an open air spa,lounge, dining room and shaded wooden deck overlooking a dry river-bed. Each of the 6 ultra luxurious suites has a private plunge pool and deck area. Within the suite is a lounge area with fireplace; a free standing stone bath tub and double vanity; a glass enclosed shower overlooking the bush, and a separate WC. Facilities include direct dial telephones; fully stocked mini bars; air conditioning and a safe for valuables.

Walkersons

Some call it the finest hotel in South Africa and, certainly, it endeavours to be. Few hotels are as elegant or located in such beautiful surroundings. The main lodge is full of warmth and character with excellent cuisine and a large wine cellar. Luxury accommodation is under thatch with open log fireplaces and private patios facing onto lake or mountain views. Facilities include a wellness centre and gym; an equestrian centre; swimming pool, award winning wine cellar; an 800ha private estate; 14 dams and lakes (stocked with rainbow trout); 4km of river frontage; walking and hiking trails. Activities include fine dining; waking and hiking; massage treatments; horse riding; fly fishing and picnicking.