The Active Africa Circuit – A Luxury Sport Safari
Overview
Where movement meets the wild
This 10-night luxury sport safari in Africa is designed for travelers who find wellness through movement, challenge, and change of scenery. From championship golf and padel courts in South Africa’s Cape Winelands to city sophistication in Nairobi and active safari living in Kenya’s Laikipia, each destination brings a new rhythm. Days are shaped by sport, exploration, and time outdoors, balanced by refined lodges, and immersive wildlife encounters. It’s a journey that energises rather than slows, reconnecting you to your body, your surroundings, and the exhilaration of Africa experienced in motion.
Highlights
- Golf at iconic Cape Winelands estates
- Padel and sport-led wellness experiences
- City golf and culture in Nairobi
- Active safari living at Sirai House
Destinations
Kenya | South Africa
Itinerary Overview
Experiences off the beaten track.
Crafted for the bold + discerning.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 1-2
Day 1-2
Arrive
Cape Town
Check-in
Steenberg Hotel & Spa
Begin in the Cape Winelands at Steenberg, South Africa’s oldest wine farm and one of its most scenic golfing estates. Set beneath the Tokai mountains, this refined retreat blends heritage, sport, and indulgence. Spend your first afternoon settling in before enjoying a round of golf the following day on the championship Steenberg course, surrounded by vineyards and mountain views.
Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay:
Steenberg Hotel & Spa
Steenberg Hotel & Spa offers elegant rooms set among historic buildings, manicured gardens, and vineyards. With a luxury spa, fine dining, and direct access to the golf course, it’s an ideal base for rest and recreation.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 3-4
Day 3-4
Arrive:
Stellenbosch
Check-in
Hazendal Hotel
Continue deeper into the Winelands to Hazendal, a contemporary estate known for its innovative approach to wine, art, and sport. On arrival, take to the padel courts for an afternoon session before enjoying a relaxed evening on the estate. The following day brings another sporting highlight: golf at either Hazendal or Pearl Valley, followed by a curated wine tasting back on the estate.
Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay:
Hazendal Hotel
Hazendal Hotel blends modern design with historic Cape Dutch architecture. Stylish rooms, curated art spaces, and easy access to sport and wine experiences make it a dynamic and engaging stay.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 5-6
Day 5-6
Arrive:
Nairobi
Check-in:
Hemingways Nairobi
The best way to feel alive in the bush is to be a part of it. Your horse will allow you to shake the title of onlooker and become an active part of the safari experience. Over the next two days you will continue to ride through Samburu land. Swaths of green and yellow grass land evolve into rocky outcrops with the outline of the acacia trees dotting the landscape. The longer you ride, the more attuned you will become to the intricacies of this ecosystem. You will begin to notice traces of wildlife there before you and become acquainted with the myriad of plains game you approach. In no other experience will you get closer to Grevy’s zebra, buffalo, impala, and other species without interrupting them. People and nature are inextricably linked in Laikipia. As you navigate through Samburu territory, you will discover that the Samburu way of life echoes that of the wildlife. This vibrant and nomadic tribe roam in search of water and have forged strong ties with what seems to be a land of little resource, even working with elephants to identify underground water sources. With shared experience comes kinship; the nature of this journey will connect you with the local guides and members of the Samburu tribe in a way regular tourists simply cannot.
Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay:
Hemingways Nairobi
Hemingways Nairobi is a refined all-suite hotel offering spacious rooms, private balconies, and tranquil gardens. Its location provides easy access to both the city and nearby golf courses.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 7-10
Day 7-10
Arrive:
Laikipia
Check-in:
Sirai House
Charter by private aircraft into Laikipia and arrive at exclusive Sirai House, set within a vast private conservancy. This final chapter is all about active safari living – with days shaped by movement, exploration, and freedom. From horse riding and padel to game drives and bush walks, every experience is tailored to your pace and interests.
Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay:
Sirai House
Sirai House is an exclusive-use safari home offering elegant suites, expansive views, and complete privacy. With dedicated staff and guides, it delivers a highly personalized safari experience in a spectacular setting.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 11
Day 11
Departure
After a final morning of movement or safari exploration, transfer by charter back to Nairobi for your onward journey home – carrying with you the energy of sport, the thrill of the wild, and the satisfaction of an African adventure lived in full motion.
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