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Gansbaai, South Africa

From November 2007

By Jennifer Bain

Enjoy an environmentally responsible, world-class safari on the five-star Grootbos private nature reserve. A donation of $100 per traveler will be given to Travelers in Peace (travelersinpeace.org), the U.S. chapter of International Institute for Peace Through Tourism (iipt.org), a United Nations-recognized organization dedicated to raising awareness of responsible travel. Participants also travel to the historic Cape wine region, and visit the Sabi Sands Game reserve, where lions and elephants roam in their natural habitat.
Trip Tip: Make sure to pick up a bottle of Cabernet Franc from the exceptional winemakers Warwick of Cape Town (warwickwine.com).
Luxury Level: This safari includes a stay in the five-star Grootbos Private Nature Reserve (grootbos.com) and the five-star Djuma Vuyatela Lodge (djuma.co.za).

Key Environmental Preservation: Elite World Tours: 888/723-0208; eliteworldtours.com; nine-day tours from $5,299 per person; tours not available in December.

The information in this story was accurate at the time it was published in November 2007 but we suggest you confirm all details and prices directly with any establishments mentioned. The quality of offerings and services tends to change over time.