Best of South Africa

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10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Cape Town, South Africa

Ends

Johannesburg, South Africa

Highlights

Ride the cable car up Table Mountain.

Sit down to a traditional South African braai (barbecue).

Take part in a wildlife bushwalk.

Embark on wildlife safari drives inside Kruger National Park.

Visit the Jane Goodall Institute’s Chimp Eden.

Enjoy traditional dancing and dinner.

Itinerary

You don't need weeks to have an unforgettable South African adventure. In just 10 days, this trip takes you from Cape Town's stunning sights to the wildlife wonders of Kruger National Park — packing in tons of fun along the way. Explore Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain before heading off for a full week of safari magic in Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park. Spot the Big Five on thrilling safari drives, savour a mouthwatering South African braai (barbecue), and visit Jane Goodall’s Chimp Eden to learn about vital conservation efforts. It’s the ultimate city-and-safari combo in just over a week — what are you waiting for?

day 1 - Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Attend an evening welcome meeting at the joining hotel before an optional group dinner.

Accomodation:Inn on the Square (or similar)

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast and then depart for Table Mountain. Ride to the top on the cable car and explore the area on hiking trails leading to scenic views before riding back down. Spend the afternoon on your own partaking in one of the many optional activities in the area. Tonight, choose to attend another group dinner to celebrate your beautiful Day in this vibrant city.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Inn on the Square (or similar)

Included Activity:Table Mountain Visit via the Cable Car Duration : 3.0 hr

Optional Activities:Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes , Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour , Cape Point Explorer Day Tour , West Coast Explorer Day Tour

day 3 - Cape Town/Johannesburg

Transfer to the airport in the morning and fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Settle in to your hotel and prepare for the next leg of your adventure.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Onomo Johannesburg Sandton Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 3.0 hr

day 4 - Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area

Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today's long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Bushveld Terrace Hotel on Kruger (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 7.0 hr - 8.5 hr Distance : 500 km

day 5 - Greater Kruger Area

Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to view the wildlife in Kruger National Park. When you return, enjoy an included Braai dinner to get a true taste of South African fare.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:SleepOver Orpen Gate (or similar)

Included Activities:Nature Walk - Awelani Conservancy Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr, Northern Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 2.5 hr - 3.0 hr, Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue)

day 6 - Kruger National Park Area

Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting Day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 9.0 hr - 10.0 hr Distance : 420 km

day 7 - Kruger National Park Area

Another full Day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4x4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the Day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Included Activities:Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive - Full day Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr, Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

day 8 - Kruger National Park Area

Spend a free Day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Optional Activities:Kruger National Park Full Day Wildlife Safari Drive

day 9 - Kruger/Johannesburg

After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Onomo Johannesburg Sandton Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.5 hr

day 10 - Johannesburg

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (6 nts), Lodges (3 nts)

Meals

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
Note: Allow USD130-170 for meals not included.Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

Transport

Private vehicles, safari vehicles, walking, plane.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue), KrugerTable Mountain cable car ride and visitNature WalkWildlife Safari DriveKruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari DriveChimp Eden TourFree time in Cape TownInternal flight between Cape Town to Johannesburg

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