South African Explorer

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 20 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 8-95 yrs
  • max group size 22
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-39205
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Ends Cape Town, South Africa
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Embark on an exciting Kruger National Park safari to witness Africa's finest wildlife
  • Experience the Kingdom of Swaziland's majestic creatures during a local home visit
  • Delight in a scenic horseback expedition across the picturesque landscapes of Lesotho
  • Witness the majestic elephants residing in the Addo Elephant National Park
  • Marvel at stunning vistas during a Cape Point tour at South Africa's tip
Starting in Johannesburg and ending in Cape Town, the "South African Explorer" trip is a guided explorer trip that takes 20 days. You will be touring through Cradock, Tsitsikamma Forest, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and 9 other destinations in Swaziland, Lesotho and South Africa. "South African Explorer" is a group trip which will include accommodation, transport, meals and others. Please check the package includes section for more details.



From magnificent animals and breathtaking scenery to history and local culture, this safari across South Africa, Swaziland, and Lesotho has it all. There is plenty of time to enjoy superb game watching chances in Kruger and Hluhlwe-Umfolzi National Parks before exploring Swaziland's rich culture and traditions. The Garden Route is one of the best road trip itineraries, and depending on the time of year, it offers the best possibility to see Southern Right Whales! You will visit the Winelands, which are known for their lush rolling hills covered in grapes and stately old manor houses that produce international award-winning wines. The voyage culminates in Cape Town, a major tourist attraction and home to Table Mountain.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Johannesburg (arrival)
  • Day 2: Johannesburg – Mpumalanga
  • Day 3: Mpumalanga - Kruger National Park
  • Day 4: Kruger National Park
  • Day 5: Kruger National Park - Kingdom Of Swaziland
  • Day 6: Kingdom Of Swaziland
  • Day 7: Kingdom Of Swaziland – Zululand
  • Day 8: Zululand
  • Day 9: Zululand - Drakensberg
  • Day 10: Drakensberg
  • Day 11: Drakensberg – Lesotho
  • Day 12: Lesotho
  • Day 13: Lesotho – Cradock
  • Day 14: Cradock - Addo Elephant National Park
  • Day 15: Addo Elephant National Park – Tsitsikamma
  • Day 16: Tsitsikamma
  • Day 17: Tsitsikamma – Oudtshoorn
  • Day 18: Oudtshoorn - Cape Town
  • Day 19: Cape Town
  • Day 20: Cape Town – (departure)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 19 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at a listed Superior hotel or similar
  • Baggage porterage at hotels
Meals
  • Daily breakfast
  • 03 lunches
  • 02 dinners
Transport
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • All transport in fully kitted vehicle
  • Transportation as per the itinerary
Guide
  • Services of experienced, English-speaking guides
Others
  • Game drives as per itinerary
  • All local applicable taxes
Entrance
  • Sightseeing and Entrance fees as per the itinerary
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional tours
  • Visa fees, if applicable
  • Items not mentioned as included
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this South African Explorer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 78 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 77 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 06 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 06 July 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 77 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

South African Explorer tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this South African Explorer tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

IS THIS A CHILD FRIENDLY TOUR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 12. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.

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