My trip lived up to every expectation I had and more. Both my mom and I could not have been happier with the trip and everyone who was in our group. It really was a top lifetime experience! My mom has some limited mobility and they worked so hard to make the trip great for her while not taking away any experience for the others on the trip.
Very good tour, the group gelled and we had a lot of fun. The tour leader did a good job, and his knowledge of the areas we travelled to and history was very good. Accommodation was mostly very good. We were taken to nice restaurants where the food was always good and great value for money.
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, Blyde River Canyon, Port Elizabeth, Knysna
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We had a great time, everything went very well. We were especially impressed by the excellent tour leader who was most knowledgeable, efficient, and courteous and did everything possible and more to ensure that all went smoothly. The hotels were all top-notch. Will definitely book again.
Embark on an unforgettable South African adventure exploring Cape Town’s vibrant culture, the breathtaking Garden Route, and the untamed wilderness of Addo National Park. Dive into thrilling safaris, scenic coastal drives, and astonishing wildlife encounters. Wander through lush forests, picturesque vineyards, and stunning beaches. Enjoy exhilarating activities such as whale watching, bungee jumping, and exploring ancient caves. With curated experiences at each destination, this journey offers an exceptional blend of natural beauty and exhilarating adventures in South Africa's most iconic regions.
Overall this was an excellent tour. The Cape Town section was great with a wide variety of sites to visit. The lunch at Penguino in Hermanus was delicious and hilarious. The Cullinan Hotel was very good and we appreciated the visit to the District Six museum - an eye opener. However, the transition to Hoedspruit was poor - we were not given our flight times, the flight was delayed for 5 hours, there was no direct communication with Trafalgar. That was redeemed at the Karongwe game reserve - great game viewing (Big 5 + cheetahs in 2 days) with skilled rangers and simple, comfortable accommodation. The food was good except, surprisingly, the meat was tough. The staff there were very courteous and friendly. The brief visit to Johannesburg was very good: the guided tours to the Old Fort Prison and new Constitutional Court and to Regina Mundi church and other sites in Soweto were really great. As former South Africans, we thought this tour gave all of us an excellent, short overview of the Cape, the Bush and Johannesburg. And we appreciated the personalized attention to detail from Trafalgar s guides.
ABOUT THIS TRIP
Experience the captivating history and vibrant culture of South Africa on this solo tour. Explore the vibrant city of Johannesburg and discover Soweto township, a cultural melting pot with extraordinary heritage sites that will fascinate any visitor. Continue your journey to Kruger National Park, home to extraordinary wildlife where you may spot Africa's Big Five. Next, you will travel to Stellenbosch, a glorious South African town boasting Cape Dutch architecture. This is the warm and wonderful heart of the Cape Wine Lands. Pay a visit to Cape Town, the modern city with an extraordinary history that is regularly voted one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Take the time to stroll along the waterfront and visit Table Mountain — or simply relax and enjoy some last-minute shopping. End your extraordinary tour of South Africa with a bang in Cape Town!
This is a Solo Tour
You don't pay single supplement and get a room for yourself!
We love that Collette had everything planned for us. Every adventure, every safari, every meal, the accommodations were truly 1st class! Our tour manager, Peter Hess was absolutely amazing! His knowledge of everything regarding the tour, the countries visited, the animals, the geography and even US politics (which was not discussed on the tour!) was so helpful in understanding everything we experienced while there. It was a once in a lifetime experience for us!
It was a great trip with fantastic game viewing and knowledgeable guides. The accommodation was unique & comfortable, but Rhino lodge at Kosi bay was the poorest -the rooms etc were lovely but there was a decidedly run down aspect to the site and the dinning room service was notable lacking -2-3hr wait after ordering but the food when it came was fine -very understaffed and pushed, not helped by sharing facilities with an inebriated wedding group. Wernan the guide was competent, knowledgeable and did all he could to facilitate the experience -including re driving thro the mountains so we could see Gods Window etc as our first journey was thro thick fog etc with no visibility. Great trip, especially for the kids.
Experience the sprawling wilderness and the welcoming people of Botswana on this seven-day Premium adventure through the country’s heart. Set out in search of wildlife on a series of game drives, cruise down the Zambezi River from the Namibian banks, drift through the endless channels of the Okavango Delta and hang out with a family of meerkats at the Ntwetwe Salt Pans. From the rich diversity of Chobe National Park to the curious beauty of the Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana’s natural wonders will take your breath away.
What an amazing trip. We saw so many different cultures while visiting. Our tour guide was so enthusiastic about his country. His knowledge was unbelievable. So glad I got to share in the beauty of this country. Every where we went was so interesting and I learned so much. Definitely a trip for your bucket list.
It was necessary for my daughter and I to miss the last two days of the tour and we received a great deal of help from Explore with making extra arrangements.. Explore provided us with a transfer to the airport in Eswatini and also a tour of Soweto in Johannesburg.
The tour provided a variety of habitats, mountain foothills, a coastal environment and game reserves.
There was a lot of travelling but the coach was comfortable.
Brilliant trip with a fabulous group leader (Riaan) Loads to see and experience covering 2,000 miles but no individual journey seemed too long. Great food much of it included in the holiday price.
On this stunning trip enjoy the ever-changing allure of the Namibian landscape. You will begin your trip in Windhoek and later make your way to the deserts of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, where you will have the opportunity to admire the breathtaking views, a variety of apricot, red and orange, contrasted against a crisp blue skyline. Later you will move on to the coastal town of Swakopmund, the playground of Namibia, where you will push your senses and see the animals and plants that survive in the region. Enjoy Damaraland, located in one of the most geologically diverse areas in Africa. Finally, spend 3 days admiring Africa’s celebrated wildlife in Etosha’s National Park, the ideal destination for a game drive in search of the big five before you prepare to go back to Windhoek where your tour comes to an end!