LODGE SAFARI: The grand tour of South Africa that has it all! Incredible wildlife, breathtaking scenery and cultural insights. Set off on an unforgettable 14-day journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Traverse the breathtaking Panorama Route, embark on a thrilling safari in Kruger National Park, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Eswatini. Enjoy another Big Five safari in the wildlife-rich Mkhuze Game Reserve and spot hippos and crocs on a St Lucia boat trip. From Port Elizabeth travel along the picturesque Garden Route, discovering its natural wonders, including spectacular Tsitsikamma and the Cango Caves. Encounter ostriches in Oudtshoorn and primates at Plettenberg Bay's Monkeyland. Our adventure ends in Cape Town, where you’ll marvel at the beauty of Table Mountain, explore the Cape Peninsula, and indulge in wine tasting on a tour of the Cape Winelands.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Hoedspr
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Hoedspruit, Oudtshoorn, Eswatini, Mkhuze, Umhlanga, Port Elizabeth, Plettenberg Bay
Discover the best of Cape Town and search for the Big Five on safari in Manyeleti Game Reserve on this nine-day tour of South Africa. Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit Cape Point and sample local wines in the gorgeous Winelands. Then fly to Manyeleti Game Reserve in Greater Kruger for four nights at Mantobeni luxury tented camp, where you'll enjoy two game drives a day and incredible close encounters with elephants at the infinity pool!
It's ancient Medinas and Kasbahs and famous cities like Marrakech, Fez and Casablanca as well as the Roman city of Volubilis provides a never ending trail of excitement and places to explore.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Contiki is an amazing company and despite the fog at the top of table mountain it was great to connect with everyone on this tour and a wonderful way to enter Africa. did a great job. Thank you guys.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town
Cape Town
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Journey into Namibia and South Africa, where unspoiled nature and wildlife coexist with enterprising cities like Cape Town and Windhoek. Search for the “Big 5” at two of Africa’s largest national parks, Etosha and Kruger, where game sightings are all but guaranteed. Travel through the remote and otherworldly Namib desert, home to some of the largest sand dunes on earth. Soak in the eclectic culture of Cape Town and share stories with a local family during a home-hosted dinner. Make friends with endangered African penguins at Boulders Beach. Experience the German-influenced resort town of Swakopmund, situated between the ocean and the desert. Drive the outskirts of the famed Skeleton Coast where shipwrecks are abundant. From desert plains to vibrant coastal cities, discover the magic of Southern Africa on this epic adventure.
WildlifeDesert safaris
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Kruger National Pa
Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Windhoek, Cape Town, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park
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SELF DRIVE TOUR: Explore Cape Town, take in the natural wonders of beautiful Garden Route and enjoy a three-night safari in the malaria-free Eastern Cape on this 10 day South Africa self drive holiday. Stop in the picturesque Klein Karoo valley and Knysna to discover local highlights such as Cango Caves, Oudtshoorn and Plettenburg Bay. Then go in search of the Big Five in Amakhala Game Reserve before ending in Port Elizabeth.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Klein
Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Klein Karoo., Knysna, Amakhala Game Reserve
This is an Exploratory trip doing our classic Fes to Cape Town route in reverse, heading northbound instead. The itinerary is therefore flexible. This will take account of road conditions in some parts where there will be rains and plenty of mud, and of where we can apply for necessary visas en-route. Expect good weather and conditions at southern & northern ends, with poorer weather and bad roads nearer the Equator. Embarking on this expedition will give you an insight into the varied cultures of West and Central Africa and all the challenges this vast continent can throw at you. There will be days when it will be pretty tough - bad roads, harsh terrains and extremes of climates, but you will also get to experience, see and discover a continent most travellers only dream of - whilst having the experience of a lifetime!
Note: This is one of our Overland Adventures which are run on a participatory basis – you’ll be involved in the day to day running of the trip and have fun helping to cook for the group. Expect to sometimes get dusty and dishevelled and not to be able to have hot showers every night. Groups of up to 24 people are led by our crew of two.
Please note that the accommodation on this trip is predominantly camping, though there may be opportunities to upgrade this locally where rooms are available. Please see the trip inclusions for an approximate percentage of camping and room nights.
Our Overland Adventures provide once in a life time experiences and whilst some safari activities may be included in the itinerary, or be available to book locally, this should not be considered a traditional safari holiday, though we consider that part of the fun!!
Local cultureAdventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Western Cape, Swakopmund, Fes, L
Western Cape, Swakopmund, Fes, Luanda, Congo, Accra, Freetown, Banjul, Cape Town, Fez
The trip was fantastic! We saw a lot of animals, got to know different cultures and always felt safe due to our amazing tour guide. The group had a great dynamic right from the start.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent, Hut
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Oudtsho
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Oudtshoorn, Saint Lucia, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Kruger National Park, Gqeberha, Knysna, Durban
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SMALL GROUP COMFORT CAMPING: Take in the spectacular scenery, wildlife, and culture of Southern Africa on this 20-day overland adventure. Setting out from mighty Victoria Falls, search for wildlife in Chobe, Etosha, and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta, walk across giant dunes in the Namib Desert and marvel at Fish River Canyon. Ending in Cape Town, South Africa's captivating Mother City.
National parksWaterfalls
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Swako
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Chobe River, Okavango Delta, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe
The words 'Cairo to Cape Town' conjure up images of African expeditions from days of old. Even today there are a multitude of challenges that this vast continent can throw at you. Desert, river, & mountain crossings are inter-twined with stunning National Parks & some of the best adrenaline fuelled activities & playgrounds in the world. This northbound trip is one that will linger in your memory long after completion.
Please note that the accommodation on this trip is predominantly camping, though there may be opportunities to upgrade this locally where rooms are available. Please see the trip inclusions for an approximate percentage of camping and room nights.
Note: This is our new itinerary operating on this route starting from 2025. We now include Eswatini, the Caprivi strip in Namibia, more time in Mozambique, and time in Zambia, Burundi, Somaliland and Djibouti. As we are not currently able to drive through Sudan or parts of northern Ethiopia, our route now finishes in Addis Ababa and the group will then take a flight from there to Cairo (flight not included). The Egyptian section of the trip is then finished using local transport and hotels instead of the truck. We ran our 2023 and 2024 departures this way in Egypt and it worked well.
SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI: Travel from Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain in South Africa to thundering Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe on this lodge accommodated overland adventure, taking in the highlights of Namibia and Botswana en route. Marvel at Fish River Canyon and the towering Sossusvlei dunes, enjoy game drives in Etosha and Chobe, mokoro rides in the Okavango Delta, and more, in 20 unforgettable days.
City sightseeingNational parks
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hotel, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Swako
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha National Park, Rundu, Okavango Delta, Namaqualand, Augrabies Falls National Park, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Fish River Canyon, Sesriem
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Resort
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kruger National Park, Pretoria
Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Hazyview, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossus, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Orange River, Cederberg, Cape Town, Tshipise, Bulawayo, Livingstone, Kasane, Elephant Sands
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The 56-day Cape Town to Gorillas Camping tour is the ultimate African odyssey for families who want it all. Starting in Cape Town and ending in Nairobi, this explorer experience includes Cape Town, Eldoret, Cederberg, Sossus, and 32 more destinations in South Africa and Kenya. With every detail—accommodation, transport, meals—handled, it’s a true journey of discovery. The unique feature is the incredible diversity, from Table Mountain to gorilla habitats, ensuring there’s something extraordinary for every traveler in this extensive tour package.
ExplorerWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Cape Town, Cederberg, E
Nairobi, Cape Town, Cederberg, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Gobabis, Maun, Okavango Delta, Nata, Kasane, Livingstone, Gariep River, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Kande Beach, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Fish River Canyon, Zanzibar, Marangu, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Sesriem, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi , Jinja, Sossus, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe
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Experience Cape Town’s vibrant culture, the majesty of Table Mountain, and the thrill of tracking the Big 5 on safari. Feel the power of Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world. With local flavours, immersive experiences and unforgettable landscapes, enjoy Africa's beauty—awe-inspiring at every turn.