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Visit Bourke's Luck Potholes, Kruger National Park, Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna and Table Mountain by cable car (weather permitting) in Cape Town
View Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, the Drakensberg mountains and Storms River Mouth, South Africa's wildlife and birds on safari
See South Africa's wildlife and birds on safari
Eswatini: Spend time in a Swazi Chief’s village, meeting community members who share their daily life, traditions and food with you. You’ll taste local pap and stew, see the crimson dress worn for cultural celebrations and join villagers for a hands-on drumming class. Music and dance give you a lively introduction to the pride and spirit of Eswatini.
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Coach and 4 x 4 safari vehicle travel
Hazyview: Take in the magnificent sights of Kruger National Park Area on your scenic drive.
Kruger National Park: Explore Kruger National Park with a Local Specialist, learning how to read the bushveld through fresh tracks, distant calls and movement in the long grass. Look for the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo – and the Little Five, a clever safari twist that celebrates the smaller creatures of Kruger.
Durban: Enjoy the views of the tropical east coast hub in Durban.
Mpumalanga: Bask in the beautiful views of the Valley of 1000 Hills on your scenic drive.
Gqeberha: Spend the day exploring Gqeberha, formerly known as Port Elizabeth, and all of its wonders.
Cape Town: Discover the iconic sights in Cape Town.
Chintsa: Stay at Crawfords Beach Lodge, where a family-owned farm has grown into a welcoming Wild Coast retreat over three generations since the 1970s. Set between Chintsa’s rolling dunes, beach forest and the Indian Ocean, it connects you to the Eastern Cape’s natural beauty and easy coastal hospitality.
Knysna: Join host Ella and friends for a traditional meal and insights into the local Xhosa culture, including traditional dress, language and songs.
Knysna: Emzini is a not-for-profit organisation supporting the local community providing education, food, clothing and a safe place to live. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.
4-star stays
Coach and 4 x 4 safari vehicle travel
Hazyview: Take in the magnificent sights of Kruger National Park Area on your scenic drive.
Kruger National Park: Explore Kruger National Park with a Local Specialist, learning how to read the bushveld through fresh tracks, distant calls and movement in the long grass. Look for the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo – and the Little Five, a clever safari twist that celebrates the smaller creatures of Kruger.
Durban: Enjoy the views of the tropical east coast hub in Durban.
Mpumalanga: Bask in the beautiful views of the Valley of 1000 Hills on your scenic drive.
Gqeberha: Spend the day exploring Gqeberha, formerly known as Port Elizabeth, and all of its wonders.
Cape Town: Discover the iconic sights in Cape Town.
Chintsa: Stay at Crawfords Beach Lodge, where a family-owned farm has grown into a welcoming Wild Coast retreat over three generations since the 1970s. Set between Chintsa’s rolling dunes, beach forest and the Indian Ocean, it connects you to the Eastern Cape’s natural beauty and easy coastal hospitality.
Knysna: Join host Ella and friends for a traditional meal and insights into the local Xhosa culture, including traditional dress, language and songs.
Knysna: Emzini is a not-for-profit organisation supporting the local community providing education, food, clothing and a safe place to live. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.
From Durban’s coastal charm to the untamed wilds of Kruger National Park, the Best of South Africa tour offers a 15-day odyssey through one of Africa’s most diverse countries. Begin in Johannesburg and conclude in Cape Town, traversing 11 destinations that highlight South Africa’s rich culture, history, and natural wonders. This wildlife-focused trip features moderate activity, ideal for those with a sense of adventure and curiosity. With all accommodations, transport, meals, and expert guides included, you’ll connect with the legacy of Mandela and the cosmopolitan spirit of Cape Town. The tour’s unique selling point? It’s a comprehensive journey that seamlessly blends wildlife encounters with immersive cultural experiences.
Your South Africa small group journey begins in Johannesburg, the country's largest city and a place shaped by gold rush history, creative neighbourhoods and South Africa's modern spirit. Known as Jo'burg or Jozi, its mining past, art spaces and evolving urban culture give you an immediate sense of the country's contrasts. Settle into your hotel and take time to unwind after your travels. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over dinner in a local restaurant to get a feel for the adventure ahead.
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We saw a lot of animals in the wild and the coastal and other scenery was beautiful. Our hotel accommodation was also really good.
Excellent trip, enjoyed the people, places, the little things make a big difference on these trips, you guys did that very well, for instance, having someone collect me at the hotel on the day to go to cape town airport, and having somebody meet me at the airport to take me to the check in desk. also the standard of the hotels were top notch, the food offering was generally very good. I thought the trip was great value for the money . The bus driver was a lovely man, and the tour guide had a lot of information and did his best to manage his audience. The extra tours not included were good value.
Good blend of nature, culture and history
Great itinerary & fantastic Tour Guide & Coach driver
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