Sit down to a traditional South African braai (barbecue).
Embark on wildlife safari drives inside Kruger National Park.
Visit the Jane Goodall Institute’s Chimp Eden.
Enjoy traditional dancing and dinner.
Spot wildlife on Safari drives in Addo National Park.
Explore Tsitsikamma National Park with your CEO.
Walk in Robberg Nature Reserve on the Gap Circuit.
Head overland on a scenic drive between Knysna and Franschhoek with stops at Mossel Bay and Barrydale.
Dig into Lunch and wine tasting at a vineyard in Barrydale.
Ride a cable car up Table Mountain
Explore Tsitsikamma National Park with your CEO.
Walk in Robberg Nature Reserve on the Gap Circuit.
Head overland on a scenic drive between Knysna and Franschhoek with stops at Mossel Bay and Barrydale.
Dig into Lunch and wine tasting at a vineyard in Barrydale.
Ride a cable car up Table Mountain
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (12 nts), Lodges (5 nts)
Meals
17 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 7 dinners Note: Allow USD285-370 for meals not included.Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Transport
Private vehicles, safari vehicles, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue), KrugerMultiple Wildlife Safari Drives in Kruger National ParkJane Goodall's Chimp Eden TourAddo National Park Safari driveCEO-led hike in Tsitsikamma National ParkBig Tree Visit TsitsikammaWalk in Robberg Nature Reserve on the Gap CircuitDriving and walking orientation tour of KnysnaKnysna Heads VisitScenic drive between Knysna and Franschhoek with stops at Mossel Bay and BarrydaleLunch at a vineyard in BarrydaleCEO-led orientation walk of FranschhoekSignal Hill walkCable car ride up Table MountainFree time in Tsitsikamma, Knysna, and Franschhoek
K
Kevin SVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Excellent
Loved the trip, everything was great
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Georgette WVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Excellent
Experienced amazing South Africa with great information from our CEO, everything well organised and with a like minded group of fun fellow travellers. It was a trip I will never forget.
18 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
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
Ends
Johannesburg, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
What's Excluded
Itinerary
From Johannesburg to Cape Town — and all the incredible stops in between — this 18-day adventure kicks off with high-energy Big Five spotting and wraps up with chilled-out vibes in sunny Cape Town. Explore Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park on thrilling safari drives and a classic South African braai. Then, hit the Garden Route with your CEO and travel crew to discover the beauty of this iconic coastal journey. Stay active with light treks through national parks, or ramp it up by cycling through the vineyards of Franschhoek. Prefer to relax? A wine tasting is the perfect way to toast the adventure of a lifetime. However you spend your days, you’ll head home with unforgettable memories.
day 1Johannesburg
Arrive at any time. After an early evening welcome meeting, enjoy an included group dinner and get to know everyone.
Meal
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel Sky Sandton (or similar)
Included Activity
Meet Your CEO and Group
Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr
Optional Activities
Apartheid Museum
Take a self guided tour around the complex and learn about the history of the apartheid in South Africa.
day 2Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area
day 3Greater Kruger Area
day 4Kruger National Park Area
day 5Kruger National Park Area
day 6Kruger National Park Area
day 7Kruger/Johannesburg
day 8Johannesburg/Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
day 9Day Trip to Addo National Park
day 10Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)/Tsitsikamma
day 11Tsitsikamma
day 12Tsitsikamma/Knysna
day 13Knysna
day 14Knysna/Franschhoek
day 15Franschhoek
day 16Franschhoek/Cape Town
day 17Cape Town
day 18Cape Town
Good to Know
Travel Insurance
Visa
Other Practical Information
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