Explore the magnificent South African savanna on a 3-day South Africa itinerary. Kruger National Park in Johannesburg offers plenty of opportunities to spy on wildlife. In just three days, stand a chance to spot Africa’s majestic Big Five - lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos. You can embark on game drives and snap photos of Southern Right Whales from the shores of picturesque Hermanus. Too rugged? Stay close to creature comforts on 3-day tours in South Africa. Immerse yourself in Cape Town culture with a hop-on, hop-off bus taking you from one attraction to the next. For more ideas, read our guide to find out how many days to spend in South Africa!
To start your South African adventure, book any of the best 3-day South Africa itineraries.
14 Trips in South Africa with 8 Reviews
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- Starts Cape Town, South Africa
- Ends Cape Town, South Africa
Garden Route Big 5 Safari Overnight Shared Tour
“Francis our guide was super! very professional and informative.
Tour itself was also very nice, as e ...”
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Kabura Travel & Tours
- Activities Wildlife safaris and game drives & Whale watching +1 more
- Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
- Transport 4WD Jeep
- Age Range5+ years old
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US$ 439
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- Sep 26
- Sep 27
- Starts Johannesburg, South Africa
- Ends Johannesburg, South Africa
Kruger Lodge Experience (3 days)
3 day getaways and short breaks trip visiting Kruger National Park and Johannesburg in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Intrepid Travel Premier This operator is consistently delivering tours which receive customer ratings above 4.5 on average.
- Activities Getaways and short breaks & Wildlife +1 more
- Accommodation Lodge, Hotel & Tent
- Transport 4WD Jeep & Minibus
- Age Range6+ years old
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US$ 628
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- Dec 01 10+ seats left
- Dec 02 10+ seats left
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- Starts Elands Bay, South Africa
- Ends Elands Bay, South Africa
Slackpacking trail: Elands Bay Route
“A simultaneously relaxing and jam packed few days. The walking was comfortable and incorporates some ...”
- Tour Type Private Tour
- Operator Abang Africa Travel
- Activities Hiking
- Accommodation Hotel
- Age Range5+ years old
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US$ 292
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- Sep 23
- Sep 24
Amphitheater Trek In Drakensberg
3 day trekking trip to Eland Falls Camp, Tugela Falls Camp and 2 other destinations travelling through Lesotho and South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Private Tour
- Operator GoVertical Mountaineering Adventures
- Activities Trekking
- Accommodation Camping, Tent & Lodge
- Transport Private Vehicle
- Age Range14+ years old
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US$ 620
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Next Departures
- Sep 28
- Sep 29
- Starts Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Ends Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Garden Route Express - West Accommodated 3 Days
3 day explorer trip in South Africa, visiting Knysna, Oudtshoorn and Cape Town. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Acacia Africa
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Hotel
- Transport 4WD Jeep
- Age Range8+ years old
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US$ 830
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- Sep 24 Only 8 seats left
- Sep 25 Only 8 seats left
- Starts Pretoria, South Africa
- Ends Pretoria, South Africa
Pretoria City Stay 3 Days
3 day explorer tour in South Africa, visiting Pretoria, Maropeng and Sterkfontein Caves. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Acacia Africa
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Hotel
- Transport Boat
- Age Range1+ years old
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US$ 470
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- Sep 24 Only 10 seats left
- Sep 25 Only 10 seats left
- Starts Durban, South Africa
- Ends Durban, South Africa
Durban City Stay 3 Days
3 day explorer tour visiting Durban in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Acacia Africa
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Hotel
- Transport Private Vehicle
- Age Range1+ years old
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US$ 380
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- Sep 24 Only 10 seats left
- Sep 25 Only 10 seats left
- Starts Johannesburg, South Africa
- Ends Johannesburg, South Africa
Johannesburg City Stay 3 Days
3 day explorer trip visiting Johannesburg in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Acacia Africa
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Lodge
- Transport 4WD Jeep
- Age Range1+ years old
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US$ 420
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- Sep 24 Only 10 seats left
- Sep 25 Only 10 seats left
- Starts Cape Town, South Africa
- Ends Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town Marine Ecotour 3 Days
3 day explorer tour visiting Cape Town in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Acacia Africa
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Hostel
- Transport 4WD Jeep & Boat
- Age Range1+ years old
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US$ 550
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- Sep 24 Only 10 seats left
- Sep 25 Only 10 seats left
- Starts Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Ends Stellenbosch, South Africa
Wine Dine and Zipline in South Africa
3 day food trip visiting Stellenbosch and Cape Town in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Contiki
- Activities Food tours & Zip lining
- Transport 4WD Jeep
- Age Range18-35 yrs
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US$ 585
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- Oct 15 10+ seats left
- Nov 12 Only 5 seats left
Tour with flexible booking policy
- Starts Cape Town, South Africa
- Ends Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town Explorer
3 day festivals and events tour visiting Cape Town in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator Contiki
- Activities Festivals and events
- Accommodation Hotel
- Transport Bus & Ferry
- Age Range18-35 yrs
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US$ 175
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- Sep 24 Only 9 seats left
- Oct 01 10+ seats left
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Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail
3 day hiking tour in South Africa, visiting Kalander Hut, Bloukraans Hut and Tsitsikamma National Park. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator GoVertical Mountaineering Adventures
- Activities Hiking & National parks +5 more
- Accommodation Hut & Sleeping Hut
- Age Range14+ years old
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US$ 620
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Next Departures
- Sep 23
- Sep 24
- Starts Cape Town, South Africa
- Ends Cape Town, South Africa
Classic Cape Town Mini Adventure
3 day explorer trip visiting Cape Town in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator G Adventures Premier This operator is consistently delivering tours which receive customer ratings above 4.5 on average.
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Hotel
- Transport Private Vehicle
- Age Range1+ years old
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US$ 429
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- Nov 02 10+ seats left
- Nov 22 10+ seats left
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- Starts Cape Town, South Africa
- Ends Cape Town, South Africa
18-to-Thirtysomethings Cape Town Mini Adventure
3 day explorer tour visiting Cape Town in South Africa. Read More
- Tour Type Group Tour
- Operator G Adventures Premier This operator is consistently delivering tours which receive customer ratings above 4.5 on average.
- Activities Explorer
- Accommodation Hotel
- Transport Private Vehicle
- Age Range18-39 yrs
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US$ 379
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- Jan 14 10+ seats left
- Jan 21 10+ seats left
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