Top South Africa Budget History Trips & Packages 2025/2026

Our 35 most popular South Africa Budget History Trips & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 20 tour companies. 90 reviews.

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Johannesburg to Cape Town
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Kruger National Park

Highlights

  • Immerse in southern Africa’s best bits: mountain kingdoms, safari adventures and amazing scenery
  • Spot safari icons on multiple game drives and nature walks in Kruger National Park and Hlane Game Reserve in Eswatini
  • Cruise Lake St Lucia where hippos and crocodiles populate the waters
  • Experience the unique culture of Lesotho
  • Visit vineyards in Stellenbosch with the chance to go wine tasting
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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Cape Town to Johannesburg
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park

Highlights

  • Visit Kruger and the Drakensberg
  • Discover Eswatini (Swaziland) and Lesotho
  • Enjoy Cape Town and the Garden Route

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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Cape Town & the Garden Route
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Garden Route, Oudtshoorn

Highlights

  • Discover the spectacular Garden Route, the greatest road trip in Africa
  • See iconic African wildlife, including elephants, lions, penguins and whales (in season)
  • Explore diverse nature from the forests of Tsitsikamma to the drylands of the Little Karoo
  • Experience culture from quaint communities to cosmopolitan Cape Town and nearby wineries
  • Walk through the ancient limestone Cango Caves

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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Himalaya & Everest View Trek 3D/2N
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By Bamba
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kathmandu, Knysna, Kruger National Park, Soweto, Stellenbosch

Highlights

  • Enjoy views of Everest on the horizon Admire breathtaking sunsets from hill-top villages Learn about traditional Kathmandu Valley lifestyles

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing experience in South Korea thanks to Bamba. The itinerary was well-planned, the transportation was comfortable, and the tours were unforgettable. We would definitely book with them again!"

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Poon Hill Trek 3D/2N
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By Bamba
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Knysna, Kruger National Park, Pokhara, Soweto, Stellenbosch

Highlights

  • Learn to recognise a wide variety of bird species Immerse yourself in the region’s spectacular sceneries Experience the region’s traditional rural villages

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing experience in South Korea thanks to Bamba. The itinerary was well-planned, the transportation was comfortable, and the tours were unforgettable. We would definitely book with them again!"

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Grand South Africa Safari
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4.5/5 Excellent
30 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Leopard sightings at Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve
  • Beaches in scenic Cape Town
  • Experience the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"A Travesty of Trust - Beware of andBeyond Travel & Ryan Powell! I feel compelled to share my deeply frustrating and incredibly disappointing experience with andBeyond Travel, a company I once considered reputable and trusted for providing premium travel experiences. My trust was shattered when they displayed an appalling lack of professionalism and a sense of entitlement to our money. AndBeyond’s business practices during a period of crisis has forced me to caution fellow travelers to BEWARE OF ANDBEYOND and the hidden pitfalls of dealing with andBeyond Travel. My husband and I had planned an extensive trip with andBeyond, costing a considerable $31,580. We paid $7,588 by bank transfer and $23,992 by credit card. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the cancellation of all flights to South Africa and andBeyond closing all their camps led to the cancellation of our trip. During this tumultuous time, andBeyond offered us a deferment for a period of a year to a later date, without considering our preference for a refund. Due to the uncertainty of the future, we decided that we wanted to rebook when we felt comfortable and confident about traveling again. This unscrupulous behavior didn't end there. Once they had our money, they seemed determined to hold onto it, no matter the cost. Our dispute with the charges led us to approach Citibank, which after careful review, decided that andBeyond had no right to retain our money. They provided us with a full refund for the $23,992 we paid by credit card standing as a bulwark against andBeyond's subsequent attempts to reclaim the funds. from Citibank. However, the company, in a blatant disregard for our concerns, refused to refund the $7,588.00 that we had paid through bank transfer. With the pandemic now behind us I proposed to andBeyond that they permit us to utilize our money for future travels, given that we had received absolutely nothing in return for our payment of $7,588. This proposal was met with yet another refusal. It felt like our money was being held hostage, with us left helpless. Throughout the process of planning this trip, we were under the assurance of Jomandie Dempers, who convinced us that we were dealing with a trustworthy company. However, our actual experience was in stark contrast to this assurance. The way andBeyond handled the situation showed anything but reputability. In this day and age, where consumer reviews guide our choices and purchases, I feel it's my duty to alert others about this horrendous experience. Proceed with caution if you consider booking with andBeyond Travel. Their actions reflect a significant breach of trust, and a gross disregard for their customers' rights, comfort, and peace of mind. Be warned - don't let them ruin your travel dreams as they did ours!"

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The Kingdom of Swaziland Explored
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5/5 Excellent
9 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Walk amongst wildlife
  • Traditional Dancing and Community Visit
  • Lion Safari and Amazing Birding
  • Black Rhino safari

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Gone with them twice now, maybe will go a third time."

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South Africa in 9 days - Cape & Kruger Explorer - Charm
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By Exoticca
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1/5 Terrible
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Table Mountain

Highlights

  • Blyde River Canyon
  • Cape Town
  • Johannesburg
  • Kruger National Park
  • Pretoria

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Great trip. A little more free time would be nice."

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South Africa Budget History Trips & Packages Reviews

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

A comprehensive and very enjoyable trip in this incredible country!

A thoroughly enjoyable trip! This trip is pretty full on and many hours are spent on the bus, travelling from place to place. However, as the scenery is constantly...

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Anonymous

Feb 2018

An awesome experience!

I was so excited about this trip and was not disappointed as I thought it was outstanding. The pace was good, the scenery very varied, there were a lot of new expe...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Fabulous sightseeing adventure

What an amazing experience! 3 weeks, a lot of time spent on the bus traveling, but never boring, always stunning landscapes, often wonderful wildlife, and with th...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Johannesburg to Cape Town Reverse

Accommodation was good. Scenery excellent. Wild life excellent. Close encounter with the Cheetah Group leader started very well. Would recommend this trip The ...

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Jul 2017

Sylvia Herd

This was a great trip, showing off the main sights of South Africa, with the added bonus of Lesotho & Swaziland. Although there were some long driving days, w...

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