Specialised Safaris

Africa offers a wide selection of diverse safaris. Over the years, Personal Collection’s safari experiences have evolved from a simple offering involving a game drive to track the Big Five to so much more. Choose a specialised safari experience that suits your specific requirements. Whether it involves a luxury package travelling from one reserve to the next in style, or an exclusive honeymoon safari adventure, we will tailor-make the perfect experience for you. Keen to take stunning wildlife photographs? We can arrange a specialised wildlife photographer guide who will show you how to take the perfect picture in an African setting. Prefer to travel independently? We can create a perfect solo itinerary for you. Travelling with family is priceless and offers wonderful opportunities to collect memories and stories you will share for years to come. Personal Collection will tailor-make a bespoke trip for your family, a safari that will connect you as a family.

CHARTERED SAFARIS Boarding an aircraft that has been exclusively booked to fly you from one destination to the next is a unique experience. You miss the long wait as well as queues at check-in and when boarding, there are no layovers at airports and you’re unlikely to ever miss a flight. Instead, you are travelling at leisure and in style, which is the perfect experience to complement any journey. Your mindset moves from ‘affordability’ to ‘accessibility’ – this equates to saving time and also offers a travel experience without interruptions, a synergy between ground, air and hospitality services. We suggest a Private Charter because we know that it will be a smooth transition from one part of your travel experience to the next.

Adventure. Imagine a bird’s eye view. This is an exceptional and privileged experience if you’re on safari, travelling in Africa. The whole point of having a dedicated aircraft and crew at your personal disposal is even more alluring when you’re 30,000 feet up in the air, enjoying 360-degree panoramic views of the African landscape, beautiful white sand beaches or glittering cities below you. You’re on an adventure, which comes complete with being pampered with food and drink in the comfort of your seat. This is what a Private Charter is all about.

Ready, set, lift off… Personal Collection has a variety of options to fit a guest’s budget. We offer fully licensed and maintained private aircraft to suit the particular journey, whether it’s a Cessna Caravan or a twin-seater helicopter for photography. There are also executive options – the Pilatus PC12, single engine, pressurised, turbo-propelled aircraft with a pilot or the Beechcraft King Air 200, twin engine, pressurised, turbo-prop aircraft with two pilots.

The options are as extensive. We can tailor your Private Charter to suit your budget, without compromising on comfort or safety. Our partner aviation specialists can offer anything from a Safari Charter to a truly executive Private Charter experience, one that complements Personal Collection’s on-the-ground support and services. All this, to ensure your African journey is hassle-free and truly memorable.

HONEYMOONS Africa has it all: iconic wildlife, epic landscapes, ancient wonders and an incredible variety of cultures that have intrigued intrepid adventurers for centuries. To add to its appeal, this vast and beautiful continent also has its sweet side; it’s a perfect location for newlyweds wanting to experience the ultimate romantic getaway on a honeymoon. This type of holiday is arguably a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so why not make it unforgettable?

For the more spirited honeymooners seeking an adventurous getaway, a good option is an exclusive experience at one of Southern Africa’s game reserves, where you can languish in an outdoor bubble bath or hear the lions roar at night while glamping it in your private hideaway. Embark on game drives and have sundowners in the middle of nowhere. Your privacy is our priority and your comfort, our promise. Daytime provides opportunities for some self-indulgence: relax with a book at the poolside, enjoy an afternoon siesta or book a pampering spa treatment to pacify your soul. After all of these spoils, feed your appetite with delectables from the High Tea offerings before heading out on a scenic sunset game drive.

Why not opt for the rugged mountains and rolling vineyards of South Africa’s Cape Winelands for your honeymoon? The green valleys that make up the Winelands are wedged between scenic mountain peaks and dotted with historic wineries. Explore the country’s most charming historical wineries at leisure, sample some of the cellars’ best vintages, and experience the lifestyle of one of the world’s

premier wine regions.

There’s also stunning Cape Town, with its sights, scents, sounds and the iconic 8th Wonder of the World, Table Mountain, its turquoise waters and numerous luxurious hotels. Complement all of this with world class cuisine and you’ll find that Cape Town unabashedly lives up to its reputation as a truly cosmopolitan and glamorous city.

The gorgeous coastal nation of Mozambique has all the ingredients for a perfect beach getaway. Nestled on a tranquil bay looking out over the Indian Ocean, the pace of life is slow as syrup and the ocean air is filled with the scent of fresh grilled lobster. Mozambique is home to one of Africa’s most responsible and sustainable marine tourism industries. Spend lazy days on the beach, perhaps after a few nights in the South African bush.

The options are endless and the romance unforgettable.

PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARIS Photographic Safaris offer an experience like no other. They give you the opportunity to take a regular safari to the next level, combining a focused environment with adventure and creativity. Capture the finest wildlife photography while enhancing your photographic ability by focusing on technical and practical skills during a selection of exciting game drives. This safari experience is designed for those enthusiasts who venture out as amateur photographers, but will learn the skills of the professionals. Where better to be the best photographer you can be than in the natural environment of the organic African bush? Our locations in Africa are some of the finest travel destinations offering dramatic photographic experiences. These specialised Photographic Safaris can be enjoyed on a game vehicle or boat that has been specifically adapted for cameras and provides extra room for equipment and extended booms and include the guidance of a professional guide. Various elements and principles of photography will be discussed throughout the Photographic Safari, including important factors such as lighting, backlighting, action shots, space, composition, shooting techniques and panning. An important aspect of photography that is essential to this particular type of photographic experience is vehicle placement and animal behaviour. This is why it is vital that you are provided with a guide who has the level of expertise to be able to assist you. A Photographic Safari comes at a premium price, but it offers some of the most exclusive wildlife photography experiences available in Africa.

FAMILY TRAVEL “Travelling in the Company of those we love is Home in Motion”

Today, family travel has evolved to encompass different experiences that cater to everybody, from grandparents all the way down through the generations to their youngest 6-year-old grandchild. It gives parents the opportunity to disconnect from their daily routine, explore unchartered territory with family in tow and enjoy numerous options for adventure as a unit.

When it comes to Family Travel, nothing beats an African adventure. The delight and appreciation of seeing wildlife up close, or meerkats bobbing in and out of their little burrows is unmatched. Appreciating the undulating African landscape from the vantage point of a hot air balloon is a bucket list experience, as is watching the children’s wonder and excitement when they receive their first ‘Little Ranger’ certificates.

Africa is an untouched paradise, with so much to do and see. It literally offers the ultimate family holiday experience. Travelling together gives families the opportunity to create memorable moments across generations. This is how memories are made. These reflections make us realise that those oftenoverlooked moments are life’s real treasures, and family time, both at home and away, should never be taken for granted. At Personal Collection we believe that Family Travel is the benchmark of quality family time. Travelling as a family in Africa presents the perfect opportunity for kids to learn the importance of nature and wildlife and how we all co-exist. It is a fun-filled holiday with an education, showcasing life as we live it, appreciate it and nurture it together.

SOLO TRAVEL Standing true to the ideology of Solo Travel we at Personal Collection assist in curating Solo Travel experiences that are completely off the beaten track, uncovering Africa’s hidden gems and offering experiences in magnificent natural settings, all with one goal in mind – to give the Solo Artist a soulful journey with memories that will last a lifetime.

With a G&T in hand, scour through our website to find your bucket list adventures. When you’ve chosen what you want, contact us, your African Specialists, to tailor a journey that will satiate your soul and your personal legacy, an opportunity to leave your footprint behind in Africa.

Whether you are an active or not-so-active Solo Artist, Personal Collection offers a multitude of experiences that will resonate with your passion. Take the leap into an unforgettable African Adventure with us.