10 Best Southern Africa Multiday Tours in December 2025

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Cape Town & the Garden Route - December 2025

4.9

(88 reviews )

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I enjoyed this holiday so much. The itinerary was very well balanced with a host of different activities and experiences. It was good to spend at least two nights in each location and have time to appreciate where we were staying. We have been on quite a few Exodus trips before, but this was one of the best. Some of the accommodation was very good indeed, notably the Martin House guest lodge in De Rust and the apartments in Hermanus.

Food tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House, Hotel

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Sunda

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Sundays River Valley, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus

Duration12 days

From

USD 2,470

USD 2,396

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USD 74

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Namibia Lodge Safari - December 2025

4.9

(30 reviews )

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Highlights - Stunning landscapes, especially around the Namib desert/Sossusvlei, Brandberg area and Walvis Bay/Swakopmund. Wildlife viewing was excellent - plenty of time to view and observe and search both mammals and birds throughout the trip. You will get some amazing photos and memories! A knowledgeable guide who sorted everything that needed doing and had a great understanding of the wildlife/country. A couple of the lodges were above expectations (NB the app stated that there might be changes and there were). Things that surprised me: One of the lodges was disappointing but we were only there for one night (Brandberg White Lady Lodge - no proper AC and nowhere to charge anything plus very basic room and the food was also below par). There wasn't much time to decompress and just enjoy the areas without being on the move - ideally this should be a 14 or 15 day trip with Toshari or Makuti and Swapokmund stays being extended by a further day. Water is not provided at many of the lodges or at the inclusive meals so you end up buying plastic bottles of water (more costly than a beer!) that you then can't keep chilled as the rooms often did not have a fridge. One of the recommended excursions in Walvis Bay was a waste of time and very expensive. The Shifting Sands excursion to Sandwich Harbour was vastly more costly (x3) than the Desert Discovery trip (both 3 hours) and yet covered much the same but at a much lower standard. The Desert Discovery Trip had much better guides, much more to see and a far superior dune driving experience. The Sandwich Harbour trip just gave the "dunes meeting the sea" and a fraction of the elements covered in the other trip but for the time/cost and drive it would have been better to have stayed in Walvis Bay and appreciate all the birdlife and coast there. Avoid that if offered. What I needed on the trip: The following items were really useful: A sarong - to sit on a very hot seat or use as a sunshield in various locations; a water bottle flask that kept my water chilled all day; A broad brimmed hat - in summer a baseball cap did not cut it at Sossusvlei; Binoculars - even a basic pair; A power bank for your phone as some days you are on the road for 12 hours and with all the photos you'll need an extra power source.; A usb adaptor for your phone charger as a few lodges had these in the socket spaces; Washing powder as you may end up hand washing a lot; A basic set of general medications..... you never know! Additionally I would recommend going at least one day earlier so you have time to take in a township and Windhoek tour. The on-cost of the hotel was minimal (arranged directly) but it meant we had no stress of being late and we had a chance to acclimatise, plus had a good look around prior to meeting the rest of the group and the guide. The Mercure has full access to the sister Movenpick which has a great pool area, other restaurants and spa/gym for use by all residents. If you fly through Germany and direct on to Windhoek, you travel overnight and arrive morning time giving you a whole afternoon plus a whole day before you meet the group at 6pm. Plus your return flight is early evening so you get the departure day too if you extend your room at the Mercure. Well worth it! Overall a truly great and varied trip even if you have done safaris before.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Windhoek, Otjiwarongo, Sesriem

Windhoek, Otjiwarongo, Sesriem, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Uis, Etosha National Park

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Duration12 days

From

USD 4,560

USD 4,080

Saving

USD 480

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Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting - December 2025

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Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting - December 2025

(9 reviews )

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A fantastic adventure that really transformed my previously negative view of group trips! Botswana, in particular, was absolutely stunning and GAdventures built an excellent itinerary to have an unforgettable experience in Southern Africa. The tour guides/CEOs were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and fun – they did a fantastic job with a large group of travellers (many of whom were travelling solo) and really facilitated the creation of lifelong memories and friends. I’d highly recommend GAdventures and will certainly sign up for many more in the future!

Wildlife

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Resort, Lodge

Age Range

18-39 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Johannesburg, Matobo National Pa

Johannesburg, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Kruger National Park, Serowe, Maun, Okavango Delta, Gweta, Kasane, Victoria Falls

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Duration15 days

From

USD 2,649

USD 2,055

Saving

USD 594

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Southern Africa Overland: Cape Town, Falls & Kruger - December 2025

(8 reviews )

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I've been solo traveling for the last 9 months and chose this tour with G Adventures as my grand finale and I'm so happy that I did. Our CEOs were so knowledgable and helpful that I felt like my brain was off for half of the month. Every day holds some sort of fun adventure without the usual work that comes along with most travel because those logistics are being taken care of for you. In my option, there is not better way to overland Southern Africa than this tour. We got to see things and go places that we never would have been able to go to on our own. It was such a wonderful experience.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel, Hostel, Guest House, Resort

Age Range

18-39 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Etosha

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau, Windhoek, Ghanzi, Maun, Okavango Delta, Gweta, Kasane, Victoria Falls, Cederberg, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Kruger National Park, Orange River, Fish River Canyon, Kalahari Desert, Namibia, Namib Desert, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe

Duration28 days

From

USD 4,299

USD 4,170

Saving

USD 129

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Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour 14D/13N - December 2025

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Discover the ultimate South African adventure with a volunteer twist on a stunning Cape Town & Garden Route journey. Immerse yourself in Cape Town's vibrant culture, explore breathtaking landscapes, and make a difference through wildlife conservation projects. Highlights include Big Five safaris, the Garden Route's scenic beauty, and hands-on community projects. Perfect for those seeking meaningful travel experiences combining adventure, nature, and voluntourism in South Africa's most iconic destinations. Make memories while contributing to local communities!

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hostel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Sedgefield, Jeffreys

Cape Town, Sedgefield, Jeffreys Bay, Oudtshoorn

Duration14 days

From

USD 1,420

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Family South Africa’s Garden Route and Safari - December 2025

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Great trip with good mixture of activities and wildlife. The weather was perfect for an August trip - warm during day, cooler at night, and fortunately only 10 minutes of rain in 2 weeks. Well looked after by our guide Bianca. Food was very good value. Expect some flexibility in the itinerary - we couldn’t sea kayak due to choppy sea but alternative hike was great. Highlights were climbing Table Mountain (2-3h strenuous hike), surfing lesson, optional Whale Watching boat trip, Addo Elephant National Park and optional Schotia Private Game Reserve drive on the morning of departure.

Active and outdoorExplorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort, Hut, Lodge, Camping

Age Range

7-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Tsits

Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma Forest, Addo Elephant National Park, Robben Island, Breede River, Cango Caves, Plettenberg Bay, Robberg Nature Reserve

Duration12 days

From

USD 2,900

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Zimbabwe Heritage and Wildlife Tour: 10 Days - December 2025

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Be part of this ten-day, leisurely tour of Zimbabwe`s main tourist attractions and get the chance to discover the rich culture as well as the large variety of wildlife that call this country home. See the towering ruins of the Great Zimbabwe, which gave this country its name, and visit Matobo Hills National Park to see leopards and rhinos along with bushmen rock paintings. Also included in the itinerary are Hwange National Park, one of the premiere wildlife reserves in the country for big game sightings, as well as the Victoria Falls. Please scroll down to the itinerary section for more details.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Hwange National Park, Victoria F

Hwange National Park, Victoria Falls, Harare, Great Zimbabwe, Matobo Hills

Duration10 days

From

USD 3,650

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South Africa & Eswatini - December 2025

4.6

(31 reviews )

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This was a great tour - albeit full on and with a lot of travelling involved. However this was outweighed by seeing such a diverse range of landscapes and wildlife and experiencing so much in a short space of time. The game drives were the stand out for me, we were lucky enough to see the big 5 and it was honestly an incredible experience. I'd have loved to have had more time in the Kruger National Park, as our time was limited. Highlights include: The incredible landscapes in the Drankensberg Mountains, the hippo cruise in St Lucia and the game drives in Kruger. Seeing lions in their natural habitat was a dream come true, but the elephants have to be the star of the show. As someone who has never been on safari, this was the perfect introduction to this type of holiday and I'm already planning the next. Thanks Explore!

ExplorerActive and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hut, Guest House, Hotel

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Johannesburg, Drakensberg Mounta

Johannesburg, Drakensberg Mountains, St. Lucia, Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve, Eswatini, Mlilwane, Kruger National Park, Graskop

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Duration10 days

From

USD 2,510

USD 1,960

Saving

USD 550

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Phezulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park Tour - December 2025

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Join us for a trip to the beautiful and scenic Valley of a 1000 hills where you can also enjoy a glimpse of local Zulu Culture and be mesmerized by some traditional Zulu Dancing at Phezulu Cultural Village. This tour ventures into traditional Zulu beehive shaped thatched huts, where various artifacts, beliefs and rituals are explained. You can also learn Iszulu. The tour ends with a visit to the Reptile Park where a qualified park guide will intrigue with information about the resident crocodiles and snakes. You will also be informed about crocodiles' lifestyle and receive many interesting facts. After the tour ends, we will drop you off at your hotel or accommodation in Durban city.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hut

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration4 hours

From

USD 110

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Guided Museum Tour of the Chavonnes Battery - December 2025

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On this guided tour of the Chavonnes Battery visitors are invited to wear an 18th Century tricorn hat and step below sea-level for a fascinating and informative perspective of the 17th and 18th Century Cape Town. Graphic information boards in Afrikaans, English and Xhosa tells the story, displays show the results of the excavation work, including a well. Detailed models depict the battery in 1726, and a bird’s-eye view of Cape Town and Table Bay about 70 years later. One of the most popular sections is the gunnery display, a mixture of genuine artefacts, careful replicas and some of the best models to be found anywhere in South Africa. We have the largest selection of Muzzle-Loaded Cannon in SA and one of the few sites where they are fired off. We look forward to providing you with a very informative and interesting 40 minutes guided tour.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town

Duration40 minutes

From

USD 5

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Half-Day Durban City Tour - December 2025

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Join us on this half-day trip and embark on a scenic, guided tour of Durban and eThekwini municipality and learn about the diverse culture and history of this place during a visit to its various landmarks. We will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in or around Durban (in case your accommodation falls within ten kilometres radius from Durban city centre) and take you to the Victoria Street Market, where you will get the chance to shop for African accessories, clothing and souvenirs. 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 marketplace is a unique place where Zulu culture has survived in the modern urban environment. Moses Mabhida Stadium is next on the itienrary. This landmark 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 (not included in the tour price). Your tour guide will show you around the exterior of the stadium and explain its history, use and significance. You will be given time to go to the sky platform if you want to. Next, visit uShaka Marine World’s Village Walk, located along the famous Golden Mile Beachfront on Durban’s OR Tambo Parade. uShaka is home to Durban’s most unique shopping experience, a shopper’s paradise in an open-air environment that offers guests a world of entertainment, fun, shopping and dining. The tour includes a stop at Durban's beautiful botanical garden, the oldest such garden in Africa, established in 1849. Your guide will show you some of the interesting and beautiful features of the gardens and give you extra time to explore the area on your own. Head for the KwaMuhle Museum now. This museum was once the headquarters of Durban’s Native Administration Department and the centre of Durban’s harsh system of labour control. It has now been transformed into an apartheid museum that seeks to reflect Durban’s urban growth and the history of its residents. It also houses a very interesting HIV/Aids exhibition that educates the public on the situation of the disease in South Africa. The other landmarks you will see during this tour are city hall, Durban Harbour and the Shiva statue at the Umgeni Hindu Temple. We will drive you back to your accommodation after the tour is over.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration4 hours

From

USD 81

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Shakaland & Dlinza Forest Tour - December 2025

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Are you interested in local African culture? This one-day popular tour is a culture tour dedicated to the culture and customs of the Zulu people. With pick up and drop off in Durban, this tour couldn’t be easier! The tour’s first stop is the King Shaka Memorial. Here, you can enjoy a short presentation about King Shaka Zulu. The next stop is Shakaland Zulu Cultural Village, the main attraction. Here, you will find the king’s royal homestead, which was built for the movie Shaka Zulu in the 1980’s. It is a life-sized replica of Shaka’s home, which now serves as a living museum for tourists and schools. The two-hour guided tour gives visitors an insight into Zulu Culture before colonisation and modernization. This includes an opportunity to taste authentic Zulu beer and culminates with a show of spectacular Zulu dancing. We then travel to Dlinza Forest for a scenic, easy walk along the raised boardwalks that make their way through the beautiful reserve. The reserve is home to small duiker, monkeys and a wide variety of bird life. Keep your eyes peeled and you might spot something!

Local culture

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration10 hours

From

USD 196

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All Southern Africa Tours in December 2025

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Page 3 of 44 Trips in Southern Africa during December 2025 with 471 Reviews

Cape Town & the Garden Route - December 2025

South Africa Adventure - December 2025

Namibia Lodge Safari - December 2025

Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting - December 2025

Southern Africa Overland: Cape Town, Falls & Kruger - December 2025

Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour 14D/13N - December 2025

Family South Africa’s Garden Route and Safari - December 2025

Zimbabwe Heritage and Wildlife Tour: 10 Days - December 2025

South Africa & Eswatini - December 2025

Cape Town Explorer - December 2025

Phezulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park Tour - December 2025

Guided Museum Tour of the Chavonnes Battery - December 2025

Half-Day Durban City Tour - December 2025

Shakaland & Dlinza Forest Tour - December 2025

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