South Africa Luxury Nature Tours & Packages Tours & Trips

42 South Africa Luxury Nature Tours & Packages trips. Tours from 26 tour companies. 161 reviews.

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Wild Africa: Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Feel the spray of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls and learn about its discovery by David Livingstone.
  • Learn about local conservation efforts as you meet schoolchildren and villagers.
  • Camp under the stars in Hemingway-style tents along the Okavango Delta.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, 50 Plus, Education / Learning, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"When I signed up for the Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace. The hotel listed in the itinerary for day 8&9 was a 4 star hotel on the beach called the Punta Leona. I'm not sure when but Road Scholar changed the Punta Leona hotel for the 3 star Villa Lapis Jungle hotel. I was shocked when we drove up to this dump. Others in the group wanted to leave and find another hotel. I had black bugs under that shower mat and the shower did not drain, Spiders on the wall and roaches coming out of the cracked in the bathroom. The bed was a thin mattress on a board and was hard as a rock. The food they put out was covered with a wrap but 15 minutes after the plastic wrap was removed it was covered with fruit flies. I passed on the open food bowls. The walls were real thin and the neighbors were real noisy until 11:30 pm. Others in the group complained about the late night noise, spiders and toilet seat being broken. I'm not sure where this place gets 3 stars. After I saw the roaches, I give it a 1 star. Road Scholar put us up in beautiful hotels and then they take us here. You can do better than this Road Scholar. The end the story, Road Scholar customer service called me about my concern and said they have never used the Punta Leona, (I sent her my itinerary that said PUNTA LEONA). She also said they haven't had any complaints about this Villa Lapis dump. After her call, I'm not sure if I'll ever travel with Road Scholar again. Enough said...."

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Luxury Rail Trip & Safari – 18 Days
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Cape Town
  • Enjoy Rovos train for your 2 day scenic rail journey north, through the Winelands and the Karoo to Pretoria
  • Experience Notten’s Bush Camp in the Sabi Sands for 3 nights on safari
  • See the historical Kimberley where passengers can board the bus for a tour of the famous Big Hole and the Diamond Mine Museum

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Train & Rail Journeys, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Liesl, our safari guru, listened to what we wanted and how much we were willing to spend, and put together a fabulous safari and beach vacation. It was perfect and I would not hesitate to recommend her and African Safari Consultants. I will definitely call on them and Liesl for our next safari."

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Southern Africa Odyssey
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy Soweto touring
  • Experience Spectacular Victoria Falls
  • Have a chance for Rhino safari in Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve
  • Explore Chobe National Park safari excursion
  • Visit World’s largest crested dunes at Sossusvlei
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Our 8th OU tour was to Switzerland. We visited many sites in Switzerland, Austria and also a quick stop in Germany. O.U. takes all the stress away by using outstanding Tour Directors who handle everything. Our T. D. Kiara was fantastic! She worked flawlessly throughout the tour, even when we were stuck in Zermatt after a flood. I highly recommend O.U."

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Custom Designed Trip
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lodgingLevelName
Physical level
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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Journey Through South Africa
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience Soweto and Pretoria sightseeing
  • Enjoy Deluxe Rovos Rail journey
  • Visit Cape Town touring
  • See African penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Visit The Winelands, Seaside Hermanus and Breathtaking Garden Route
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Our 8th OU tour was to Switzerland. We visited many sites in Switzerland, Austria and also a quick stop in Germany. O.U. takes all the stress away by using outstanding Tour Directors who handle everything. Our T. D. Kiara was fantastic! She worked flawlessly throughout the tour, even when we were stuck in Zermatt after a flood. I highly recommend O.U."

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South African Discovery
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the museums and historical highlights of Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town with an expert guide
  • Discover diverse scenery as you travel through the forested mountains of Mpumalanga, visit Blyde River Canyon and cruise on the World Heritage site of Lake St Lucia
  • Experience an up-close interaction with elephants. Meet, touch, feed and learn about their fascinating behavior
  • Enjoy exhilarating wildlife viewing in 4x4 vehicles in both Kruger National Park and Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Lights on Africa Safaris has garnered praise for its exceptional service, ensuring unforgettable experiences in the heart of Africa. With a focus on customer satisfaction, they excel in providing knowledgeable guides who enhance the safari with their expertise. Clients consistently highlight the well-organized itineraries that cater to both adventure seekers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Moreover, the company's commitment to sustainability and responsible tourism practices further enhances its appeal. Overall, Lights on Africa Safaris stands out for its dedication to quality, making it a top choice for those seeking an authentic and memorable African safari experience."

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Gardens Tour
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit gardens timed for peak spring flowering, some captivating private jewels, some public showcases, such as Kirstenbosch – one of the world’s Magnificent Seven and Harold Porter coastal botanical garden, some featured in the BBC series Around the World in 80 Gardens such as Brenthurst, others exciting newcomers like Babylonstoren.
  • Meet luminaries and locals, hearing from ‘green’ champions about sustainability successes, environmental challenges and collaborations between the wine industry and the conservation sector.
  • Discover unexpected botanical gems in hand picked places. Delight in secluded spots, less travelled roads and spring-filled abundance.
  • In the Cradle of Humankind celebrate unequalled fossil finds in this World Heritage Site, alongside acres of landscaped and art-filled garden in Nirox Sculpture Park, a cultural hub that’s a ”union of art, nature and human resolve”.
  • Stay in stylish hotels – three are Relais & Châteaux, savouring a variety of exciting flavours and sampling award-winning wines.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent insights and alignment of my focused groups with the relevant people and experiences. Truly the insider’s insider when traveling."

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South Africa: Archaeology Tour
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore 8,000 years of history and archaeology in a window-in-time museum housed in a 1740 wine cellar
  • Visit a site that contains the greatest diversity of five-million year old fossils in the world
  • In Johannesburg examine recent archaeological fossil finds that unlock our understanding of the genus Homo and his transition from pre-human to human made by headline-capturing palaeo-anthropologists
  • Gain insight into the San / Bushmen heritage and folklore from cultural interpreters who share their tracking skills, hunting methods

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent insights and alignment of my focused groups with the relevant people and experiences. Truly the insider’s insider when traveling."

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South Africa: Cape Town & the Garden Route
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Float to the top of Table Mountain by cable car, and marvel at the dazzling views.
  • Join a guided tour of a local township, for an up-close view of post-apartheid South Africa.
  • Sample South African wine and learn about local wine culture during a private tasting.
  • Encounter local wildlife, including a visit to an African penguin colony and a tour of an ostrich farm.
  • Contrast the many facets of South Africa’s landscape, from the wild coastline and lush vineyards to semi-arid plains and the world-famous Garden Route.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Cycling & Biking

What travelers are saying

"This was the first organized tour my husband and I have ever joined, so we were not sure what to expect , but it turned out to be the best vacation we've ever had. The scenery and food were amazing. We stayed in beautiful hotels. Most of the riding was on paved bike paths so we hardly ever had to deal with car traffic. Our leaders, Andrea and Martin, were funny, informative , and so helpful. We are already planning to go back to Italy with VBT this summer."

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