Amazing experience! Great balance between walking and wildlife and a really diverse trip, you feel like you are seeing a lot of the country without being rushed. Scenery is stunning and perfect for walking. Campsites are fantastic, food amazing. Really lovely, well paced and interesting trip with fantastic opportunity to spot the big 5!
WildlifeTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Camping
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Graskop, Battlefie
Johannesburg, Graskop, Battlefields County Lodge, Royal Natal N.P, Witsieshoek Lodge, Letaba Ranch Reserve, Kruger National Park, Malolotja Nature Reserve, Saint Lucia
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It was a magical, once in a lifetime trip. I had so much fun and it was everything I hope it would be and more. Our CEO, safaris, accommodation, travel and food were all excellent. This was my third G Adventures tour and by far the best!
WildlifeExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Tent, Lodge, Eco Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
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Natallie was an amazing lead, she was wonderful during the entire journey, the hotels that we stayed at were nice as well. Overall a very good experience.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
10-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Kruger National Park
Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, Hermanus, Mossel Bay, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn
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Lovely trip, this is my second explore trip, the first was a very experienced guide in Costa Rica, Nathi was our guide for this one he said he was new to explore, what he lacked in explore experience he gained in his buzzing personality and local knowledge, he was a great kind and considerate guide nothing was too much trouble. He arranged things and recommend things sharing his knowledge freely. As he gets more experience he’ll be a great asset to Explore. You never know what people you’ll get on such a holiday and I’m always a bit apprehensive since I don’t suffer fools. Fortunately everyone seemed to bond by the end of the 2 weeks. Re the itinerary it was a good balance, maybe include the wine tasting as part of it instead of an option.
Active and outdoorWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut, Lodge
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Hermanu
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Hermanus, Kruger National Park, Stellenbosch, Garden Route National Park, Cape Winelands, Tsitsikamma National Park, Table Mountain, Port Elizabeth, Knysna
Just 2.5 hours from Johannesburg you will find the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, one of the best places in South Africa to see the famous Big 5 (the elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard).
Pilanesberg Game Reserve is also one the most important geological sites on earth. The reserve has very unique geological features due to an extinct mega volcano which erupted 1.2 million years ago. Pilanesberg is also a paradise for bird lovers, with more than 370 bird species to be seen and heard.
Start your day early by arriving at the Pilansberg Game Reserve gate by 8:00 (8:30 at the latest). From here you will begin your game drive through the park. Along the way the tour will stop at points of interest. Stop at the Pilanesberg Centre for lunch where you will have the opportunity to photograph the animals that come to drink at the waterhole and maybe also purchase some typical African souvenirs.
After a delicious lunch, get back on game drive mode looking to spot more of the local wildlife.
In late afternoon the tour proceeds to the gate and exits the reserve. Make one last stop to stretch your legs and get ready before the ride back to Johannesburg. In the city, your driver will transfer you to your home/destination of your choice.
Book this 16-day, self-guided trip through South Africa and experience the best the country has to offer. Visit some of South Africa's most important destinations and meet people of different cultures. Starting from Johannesburg, where you will get your rental car, this trip will take you through the Soutpansberg Mountains, Kruger National Park, Swaziland and St. Lucia before coming to an end in Cape Town.
From the respectful Venda of the far north to the communities of the southwest and from the colorful people of Swaziland to the proud Zulu nation, this trip will also give you the chance to meet people belonging to a variety of cultures.
Also included in the itinerary is a visit to Kruger National Park, where you will get the chance to sample the richness of South African wildlife. This tour comes to an end in Cape Town. For more details, please go through the itinerary below.
Countryside and village visits
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Resort, Home-stay, Eco Lodge, Guest House
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Panorama Route, St. Lucia, Umhlanga, Dinokeng Game Reserve, Soutpansberg Mountain Range, Venda Village, Eswatini
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Do not miss this chance to explore Southern Africa and its wonders during a 15-day, self-driving trip. Along with some of the highlights of South Africa, this trip also includes visits to eSwatini and Lesotho as well as Kruger National Park, one of the largest game reserves in Africa that is also famous for the Big 5.
After you are done with Kruger, it is time to cross the border into eSwatini, formally known as Swaziland, where you will enjoy a village tour. Head for Lesotho next, before you make your way back to South Africa, traveling to Addo Elephant National Park via Cradock and Grahamstown.
Enjoy a sunrise game drive in the national park before calling it an end to this trip. Please scroll down to the itinerary section for more information.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Guest House, Hut, Home-stay, Sleeping Hut
Age Range
1-80 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Johannesburg, Hermanus, Kruger N
Johannesburg, Hermanus, Kruger National Park, Addo Elephant National Park, Port Elizabeth, Lesotho, Cradock, Grahamstown, Graskop, Eswatini, KwaZulu-Natal, Clarens
Get a taste of one of the most famous game reserves in the world on this four-day safari through Kruger National Park. Stay in a comfortable lodge just outside the park and spend your days searching for the local leopards, lions, giraffes, rhinos, hippos, antelope and buffalo. After exciting days exploring the open savanna, relax in the evenings, eating traditional food and listening to the nocturnal symphony of this incredible safari destination.
Getaways and short breaks
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Explore both South Africa and Botswana during this 15-day, self-driving trip and experience all that Southern Africa has to offer. From famous national parks and wildlife reserves to quaint, small towns, this tour will allow you to discover this part of the world like never before.
Starting from Johannesburg, where our representative will meet you on arrival and hand over the key, this tour will take you through Musina and Francistown to Chobe National Park, located near the vast, inland delta of Okavango. Enjoy game drives in the national park and see its wildlife before its time to head back to South Africa, to Pilanesberg National Park. Stay in the national park for two nights.
This tour comes to an end in OR Tambo International Airport after you have submitted your rental car key.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
1-61 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Kasane, Johannesburg, Chobe Nati
Kasane, Johannesburg, Chobe National Park, Tzaneen, Nata, Gaborone, Pilanesberg National Park, Musina, Francistown
