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August 28, 2023

World Rhino Day Walk

In honour of World Rhino Day, the lodges of the Madikwe Game Reserve would like to create awareness and are proud to present the seventh annual Rhino Walk. The event is being held to raise funds to help combat rhino poaching in Madikwe Game Reserve.

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There is something about being in the wild that feels different. Maybe you’ll discover your roots or on the other hand become more responsible for nature and its survival

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The valley of Constantia is known for its award winning wine and great food, but there is a hidden coffee culture that’s brewing amongst the locals now too. These are a few of our favourite spots for a delicious cup of coffee.

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We're proud to announce that Last Word Intimate Hotels & Safari Camps is turning 20 years old this month! Over the past two decades, we've hosted countless guests from all over the world. To celebrate this milestone, we wanted to take a trip down memory lane and share some of the key moments in our hotel's history.

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March 8, 2023

Adopt a Turtle

Last year, we became aware of the Two Oceans Turtle Rescue Program, a marine conservation initiative that could do with much-needed support. Given that the cause dovetails with our ethos of protecting and nurturing the oceans, we are excited to share that we've adopted a loggerhead (Caretta caretta) turtle hatchling. His name is Spike! And we are proud to announce that he has been released into the wild.

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When choosing our activity partners, we handpick those whose eco-ethos mirrors our own. Fun and engaging experiences infused with wisdom provide our guests with a Beyond Boutique® experience. White Shark Projects, a Gansbaai-based eco-tourism research organisation focussing on conservation operating year-round, is our partner for this particular adventure activity.

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Deciding where to spend time on holiday takes research and patience. Suppose you're the holiday planner in your family seeking a zen beachside experience in Cape Town.

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"It is a no-brainer when deciding where to stay in Cape Town!" declares Tess Ellis-Brown, General Manager of award-wining Last Word Constantia.

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We at Last Word Intimate Hotels & Safari Camps are doubly excited about the new year. Why so? We're celebrating a milestone; this year marks our twentieth anniversary of 'lovely people, lovely places'.

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We asked Last Word Kitara's walking safari expert, Head Guide/Camp Manager Stefan Steenkamp, for his insights on one of his favourite past times.

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