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Safari and Phezulu Cultural Village Day Tour

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On this tour we will visit a Lion Park, Birds of Prey Habilitation Centre, Tala Game Reserve for wildlife viewing, visit the cultural Phezulu Cultural (zulu) Village & finally pay a visit to a Reptile Park. The Mini safari Tour starts at 7.30am where you will be picked up at your hotel in Durban or the Umhlanga area. We then proceed and visit the Lion Park, a breeding scheme for Lions in an enclosed area which we drive through with the windows and doors locked. Here you will have a chance to come into close proximity to Elephants and Lions. Our next stop is The Birds Of Prey Rehabilitation Center where visitors are introduced to the wild variety of majestic birds. Here a local Guide will explain the lifestyle of the birds, reasons for why the birds are there and when the birds will be set out in the nature. We then move to Tala Game Reserve where you can experience exceptional game viewing in either our Land Rover 4x4 or Toyota Quantum vehicle. We suggest you carry a picnic basket as we will stop at a picnic area on the lake where you can enjoy your lunch with the view of the Hippo family. After lunch we continue game driving where it should be possible to spot rhinos, giraffes, zebras and many other wildlife animals. We move through the beautiful Valley of a Thousand Hills to the Phezulu village to enjoy a glimpse of local Zulu culture and dancing at the Zulu Village, accompanied by a local Zulu Guide. At the end of our tour we visit the Reptile Park where qualified park guides will have you intrigued with facts about the resident crocodiles and snakes. Finally we return to Durban passing through the wealthy area of Durban in the evening.

Wildlife safaris and game drives

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration8 hours

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Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

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Embark on a scenic, guided full day tour of Durban’s top 10 sites! An experienced and knowledgeable local guide will show you a variety of landmarks which highlight Durban’s diverse culture and history. Gandhi’s house, situated in Inanda township, now stands as a museum dedicated to his 21 years in South Africa. Gandhi himself said South Africa was essential to his personal achievements. The racial oppression he felt during the 21 years he spent in South Africa shaped his future. In 1904 Mahatma Gandhi established a settlement at Phoenix devoted to his principles of Satyagraha [passive resistance] and printed his newspaper, the Indian Opinion was printed. After Gandhi’s home, the tour will then include a drive through Inanda Township before progressing to Umhlanga Promenade and the pier. At Victoria Street Market, you will be given time to shop for African inspired accessories, clothing, souvenirs, home decorations, paintings and luggage etc. Next to the Victoria Street Market is the Zulu Medicine Market where your guide will take you on an informative tour of “Inyanga (Doctors) lane”. The Zulu Medicine Market is a unique place where Zulu culture has survived in the modern urban environment. The Moses Mabhida stadium has become a defining feature of the Durban skyline. It has a high-rise platform on top of its arch which is accessible by an elevator called the Sky Car for an additional fee. Your tour guide will show you around the exterior of the stadium and will give you time to go to the sky platform if desired. The tour also includes a visit to uShaka Marine World’s Village Walk on the famous Golden Mile Beachfront on Durban’s OR Tambo parade. There you will be given time to shop and have lunch. uShaka Village Walk is home to Durban’s most unique shopping experiences, offering a shopper’s paradise in an open-air environment, affording guests a world of entertainment, family fun, shopping and dining. We won't forget a stop at the beautiful Botanical Gardens, which is the oldest Botanical Gardens in Africa, est 1849. The KwaMuhle Museum was once the headquarters of Durban’s Native Administration Department and the centre of Durban’s harsh system of labour control. Now it has been transformed into Durban’s Apartheid Museum that seeks to reflect Durban’s urban growth and the history of its residents. The tour also includes various quick stops which include Durban’s City Hall, Durban Harbour & Shiva Statue at the Umgeni Hindu Temple.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration8 hours

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Shakaland And History Of Zulu Culture Tour

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KING SHAKA MEMORIAL- SHAKALAND- DLINZA FOREST This popular tour is dedicated to the culture and customs of Zulu people. We start the tour from your accomodation in Durban and move to our first stop which is King Shaka Memorial which is about an hours drive from Durban. Here we show you a short presentation about the history of King Shaka Zulu . Our next stop is the main attraction which is Shakaland which was built for the movie "Shaka Zulu". It demonstrates the lifestyle replica of Shaka’s Royal Homestead which now serves as a living museum. The two hour guided tour is an educational insight into Zulu Culture before colonization and modernization. Here you get an opportunity to taste authentic Zulu beer and participate in a show of spectacular Zulu dancing. We take an easy walk to the Dlinza Forest Reserve which has high raised board walks winding their way through this beautiful reserve. Small duiker and a wide variety of bird life is what you can expect. After the tour we drive you back to Durban and drop you off to your accommodations.

Local culture

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration10 hours

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Joburg Bush Voluntour 17D/16N

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Embark on an unforgettable African wildlife volunteer adventure in South Africa's stunning bushveld. This eco-tour offers unique opportunities to engage in hands-on conservation efforts, interact with diverse wildlife, and explore iconic natural reserves. From tracking big game to participating in essential community projects, you'll immerse yourself in authentic experiences that make a difference. Perfect for eco-conscious travelers seeking adventure and purposeful travel, this journey promises unforgettable memories amid breathtaking landscapes. Join a community committed to preserving Africa's rich biodiversity.

Volunteering

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Home-stay

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Johannesburg, Dinokeng Game Reserve

Duration17 days

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Kruger Safari with Eswatini

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This trip was amazing. The trip manager was great and everything about the week was memorable!

Wildlife safaris and game drives

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Camping, Tent, Hut

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Johannesburg, Durban, Saint Luci

Johannesburg, Durban, Saint Lucia, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Kruger National Park

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Duration7 days

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South Africa Eco Tours: Ultimate South Africa

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Ultimate South Africa

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You can see the best of South Africa in just under three weeks on this epic 18-day adventure from Cape Town and back. Spend a week in Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park with thrilling bush walks, safari drives, and unforgettable bush braais. Then, head south to hit the iconic Garden Route, trekking through national parks and spotting wildlife at every turn. Treat yourself to delicious South African cuisine and raise a glass (or two!) in the vineyards of Franschhoek. Finish your journey right where it began — back in Cape Town — guided every step of the way by your awesome local CEO. It’s the full South African experience, and it’s calling your name.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Addo

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma Forest, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Franschhoek, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park

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Duration18 days

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South Africa Eco Tours: Premium Cape Town And The Garden Route

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Premium Cape Town and the Garden Route

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Spend nine days exploring Cape Town and The Garden Route in South Africa, filling your days with scenic landscapes and delicious food and wine. With a knowledgeable and experienced leader by your side, you’ll drive along Cape’s peninsula, stopping in at gorgeous bays, beaches and scenic viewpoints, before diving into the sobering history of slavery, Apartheid and Nelson Mandela’s imprisonment during a city tour. Then, you’ll head on to the Cape Winelands to your Feature Stay in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley for a scenic stay and a six-course feast of local cuisine with a wine pairing. Continue to indulge in local food and wine with group dinners and a home-cooked spread in a local family’s farm home. Go hiking in the Garden Route National Park, learn about local culture and lifestyles and end it all back in Cape Town, where you can hike up Table Mountain and soak up the last of the beautiful ocean landscapes.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Franschhoek, Knysna

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Duration9 days

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South Africa Eco Tours: Discover South Africa's Garden Route

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Discover South Africa's Garden Route

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The Garden Route, the greatest road trip in South Africa, deserves an adventure to match. So, join this activity-packed itinerary for a showcase of its greatest experiences, handpicked by the local experts. You’ll discover the wonders of Cape Town and the glorious Cape Peninsula, ride the wine tram to legendary wine estates, marvel at mischievous meerkats, cruise the beautiful Knysna waterfront and hike through the dramatic landscapes of Tsitsikamma National Park. It ends with an unforgettable safari through the African bush, spotting beasts big and small with the help of an expert ranger.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Gqebe

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Gqeberha, Hermanus, Cango Caves, Knysna, Amakhala Game Reserve

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Duration10 days

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Cape, Winelands & Kruger - 11 days

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Journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg and spend three nights in the Kruger ecosystem on this 11-day group tour of South Africa. Begin with sightseeing in Cape Town, including a visit to Table Mountain. Embark on a guided day trip to the Cape Peninsula, enjoy three included wine tastings in the Cape Winelands and then fly north to the Kruger ecosystem with six included game drives in Moditlo Private Game Reserve. End in Johannesburg, with a visit to the Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela's house in Soweto.

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Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Cape Pe

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Cape Peninsula, Cape Winelands, Hoedspruit, Kruger National Park

Duration11 days

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Bush And Beach

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Discover South Africa’s untamed beauty on a six-day adventure. Start at the Zululand Rhino Reserve, where you’ll encounter the Big Five and a wide variety of wildlife roaming free in the bush. Then, explore the wild coastline of Maputaland, with its pristine beaches and rich marine life. This tour blends luxury and nature, offering handpicked lodges with stunning views and top-notch amenities. Whether you are on safari or enjoying coastal activities like snorkelling, every moment is designed to impress. Experience South Africa’s wildlife and coastal charm in style!

Wildlife safaris and game drives

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Lodge, Resort, Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Durban, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park

Durban, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park, Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park, Maputaland Bush Camp

Duration6 days

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South Africa Eco Tours: Cycling South Africa's Garden Route

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Cycling South Africa's Garden Route

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Designed alongside Cape Town’s Tarryn Povey, one of southern Africa’s top marathon mountain bikers, this thrilling cycling adventure in South Africa showcases the utter beauty of the Garden Route. Riding from Cape Town to Knysna, we explore the Cape Winelands, tackle mountain passes, and discover the semi-arid desert of the Little Karoo. There’s also time to stay on a wine estate, visit the ostrich capital of the world, and quiz your tour leaders on all things bikes.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Knysna, Rooiberg Pass

Cape Town, Knysna, Rooiberg Pass, Swartberg Pass, George, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Robertson Valley, Montagu, Bonnievale, Tradouw Pass, Klein Karoo.

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Duration14 days

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MARRAKECH to MARRAKECH (12 days) Souks, Sand Dunes

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The sights, sounds and smells make Morocco a fantastic family destination. Explore the ancient labyrinthine medina of Marrakech, astonishing landscape of the Atlas Mountain, extraordinary Sahara Desert and the beaches on the Atlantic Coast. The twelve day trip also allows for time by the beach in Essaouira. This tour has been planned to be suitable for the younger members of your family. It includes shorter drive times, and opportunities to both explore or relax by the pool! After arriving into Marrakech you'll have a little free time to settle in, before our Moroccan family adventure begins. As we leave behind Marrakech, we begin our journey, heading to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ain Benhaddou. Our route to Ait Behaddou will take us through the Valley of the Roses and through the beautiful Atlas Mountains. Once we reach Ait Benhaddou we'll have a guided tour of one of the oldest fortified towns in the south of Morocco, which has also been featured in numerous movies and TV series including Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and even Game of Thrones. Our route towards the Sahara continues through the N'Kob Berber Oasis where we'll have a chance to learn about the Ait Atta Nomads and their way of life. During the day we'll have a walking tour of the palmerie and have the option of partaking in a cooking class. Our journey from N'Kob continues, passing through the Anti-Atlas and Draa Valley, making a stop to try some local dates. Our destination today will be the Erg Chebbi Sand Dunes where we'll take a camel ride through the desert and spend the night at a traditional berber camp. As we begin our journey back towards Marrakech, we'll make a stop to visit the Todra Gorge, the Grand Canyon of Morocco, and the movie studios of Ouarzazate. Once we reach Marrakech you'll have time to explore the Medina and have the option of joining our Marrakech city tour. This extended tour ends with some time in the coastal town of Essaouira, famous for its surfing and architecture. For those passengers looking to for a shorter adventure, we also offer a version of this tour which excludes the days in Essaouira - Souks & Sand Dunes Tour. This tour has been arranged specifically for those travelling with children aged from 5 to 16 years (minimum age 5) - child discounts are available.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-85 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Marrakech, Essaouira

Cape Town, Marrakech, Essaouira, Ait Benhaddou, Sahara Camp, Todra Gorges, Ouarzazate

Duration12 days

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Kruger Safari & The Garden Route

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Had a great time as a solo traveller. Everything ran smooth and on time. Good quality accommodation and delicious food throughout. Some great wildlife encounters, unforgettable!

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Tsitsik

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Tsitsikamma Forest, Knysna, Franschhoek, Kruger National Park, Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant National Park

Duration16 days

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Tunisian Encounters

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Embark on a nine-day immersive journey that masterfully unifies Tunisia's magnificent history, vibrant modern culture, and breathtaking natural diversity. Your adventure begins in Tunis, where you will immediately plunge into the capital's heritage with a guided exploration of the UNESCO-listed Medina and a hands-on Tunisian Cooking Class, followed by a deep dive into antiquity at the ruins of Carthage and the picturesque, whitewashed streets of Sidi Bou Said. As the tour moves south, you will explore the country's fascinating regional contrasts. Experience the culinary tradition firsthand with a Harissa-making workshop in Nabeul, then trace centuries of history through the fortified Medinas of Hammamet and Sousse, before witnessing the sheer imperial grandeur of the Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem. The itinerary takes a dramatic turn as you venture into the Dahar mountains, famed for their striking troglodyte architecture. Discover the unique underground homes of Matmata, visit iconic Star Wars filming locations, and enjoy an unforgettable cultural exchange with the empowering Women of GDA El Ferch cooperative. The core of the experience is an exhilarating Sahara Desert immersion. Leaving the traditional Berber villages behind, you will embark on an exhilarating 4x4 off-road adventure deep into the sweeping dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental. After witnessing a traditional Sahara Bread-Making Demonstration, you will enjoy a delicious dinner and spend a serene night under the stars at a luxury desert camp. Emerging from the sands via the vibrant Douz souk and the shimmering salt flats of Chott el Jerid, the journey concludes in the oasis city of Tozeur. Here, the final days are dedicated to exploring more Star Wars cinematic landscapes and trekking through the surprising beauty of the mountain oases—Chebika, Tamerza, and Mides—before a final day of exploration at the pristine Roman ruins of Sbeitla and the holy, spiritual heart of Tunisia, the Great Mosque of Kairouan, before your return to Tunis. This tour is a comprehensive, authentic, and unforgettable exploration of North Africa's jewel

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort, Tent

Age Range

8-95 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town

Duration9 days

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