Sensational South Africa 2023 - 18 days
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Highlights
- Cape Town - Take in the Cape Peninsula, ride the cable car to the summit of Table Mountain and explore South Africa's 'Mother City' independently
- Kruger National Park - Search for the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife during a three-night stay in South Africa's premier national park
- The Garden Route - Admire some of the world's most beautiful scenery as you travel this gorgeous stretch of coastline from Hermanus to Knysna and Tsitsikamma
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Spot rhinos and hippos in this diverse wetland reserve, explore the landscape on a 4X4 safari, and enjoy snorkelling at the coast
- Eswatini - Discover rare wildlife on foot or horseback as we explore Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and visit a local Swazi market
- Lesotho - Explore this mountain kingdom independently, with optional village walks and pony trekking amongst the dramatic scenery
- Drakensberg - Spend two nights in the scenic Drakensberg Mountains, with time for guided hikes to visit the impressive amphitheatre cliff face
- Cradock - Stay in a Victorian-era Tuishuise, former craftsmen's houses that are now popular with visitors to the colonial town on the edge of the Great Karoo
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- 17 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
- 17 nights mid-range (3-4 star) lodges, hotels, and chalets with ensuite facilities
- Airport arrival and departure transfers in Cape Town and Johannesburg
- Cape Peninsula full day tour and Table Mountain cable car ride
- Full day iSimangaliso Wetland Park excursion with snorkelling
- One late afternoon and one full day game drive in Kruger National Park
- Panorama Route full day excursion
- Escorted by a licensed African tour guide, who is also your driver
- Transportation in a 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter vehicle (with comfortable reclining seats, air-conditioning, USB ports and sliding windows)
- Park entrance fees
Itinerary
On your arrival in Cape Town, there is an included transfer to the hotel. At 18:00 there will be a pre-departure meeting in the lobby, and the rest of today is free to head out and explore South Africa's 'Mother City'.
Cape Town is South Africa's most famous destination, and we'll have two whole days to explore the city and surrounding area. On day 2 there's an included guided tour of the Cape Peninsula. We visit Table Mountain National Park for majestic views of this famous landmar...
Cape Town - Hermanus. Leaving Cape Town after breakfast, we travel along the scenic coastal route to Hermanus, arriving at around lunchtime. The afternoon is free to explore this pretty coastal town, and you can opt for a whale-watching cruise if you'd like the chance to get up close to some of the many species which live and breed in the waters of southern Africa.
Hermanus - Knysna. Leaving Hermanus on the morning of day 5, we set off along the world-famous Garden Route to Knysna, a small town situated on the coast and nestled among some of the world's finest scenery. Along the journey, we pass lush lakes, verdant forests, and ...
Knysna - Tsitsikamma. Our scenic journey along the Garden Route continues today, as we visit Plettenberg Bay with time to relax on the beach. Arriving in the picturesque Tsitsikamma Forest, there's time for walking or relaxing at our lodge. The Tsitsikamma Forest is a protected coastal reserve, known for its lush indigenous forests and impressive coastline.
Tsitsikamma - Cradock. Today we travel onwards to the historic town of Cradock. This frontier town is located on the edge of the Great Karoo desert and is best known for Die Tuishuise, a collection of around 30 colonial Victorian-era craftsmen's houses, which have now...
Cradock - Lesotho. You can tick another country off your bucket list today as we travel through the Eastern Cape and cross into the mountainous Kingdom of Lesotho. Our time here is free for you to explore and enjoy optional activities including village walks and pony trekking.
Lesotho - Drakensberg (South Africa). Crossing back into South Africa, we journey into the Drakensberg Mountains on day 10. The scenery here is spectacular even by South African standards, and our lodge is located near the amphitheatre, regarded as one of the most imp...
Drakensberg - iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Day 12 sees us travelling through the Zululand region of South Africa, arriving at the small coastal town of St Lucia in the afternoon. St Lucia is the base for exploring iSimangaliso Wetland Park, which was designated as South...
iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary (Eswatini). Today we explore the second landlocked country surrounded by South African territory. Eswatini was formerly known as Swaziland until 2018. We'll be exploring Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, the country's...
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary - Kruger National Park (South Africa). We've seen some African wildlife, but to tick off the iconic Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo), Kruger National Park is the place to be. And luckily, we'll spend three nights in the co...
Kruger National Park - Johannesburg. Departing Kruger National Park, we arrive at our final destination, the city of Johannesburg. There is an included transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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What's excluded
- International flights and visas
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
- Optional activities
- Local payment - ZAR 3,600 paid locally in cash
Accommodation
Average age 40s - 70s but flexible age policy. Minimum age 10.If travelling with children parents need to be aware of the very long driving days (distances noted in the trip notes). Rooms for families - one child up to 17 yrs old can share a room with 2 adults. We have child rates for 12 and under. Children 13 + pay full price. IMPORTANT: South Africa and Botswana regulations aimed at fighting child trafficking:'All parents travelling with children into or out of SA and/or Botswana may be asked to show the child’s unabridged (full) birth certificate, and where only one parent is accompanying, parental or legal consent for the child to travel (eg an affidavit from the other parent, a court order or – if applicable – a death certificate). Tell pax they must contact the South African High Commission, South African Department of Home Affairs and/or the Botswana High Commission for the most up to date information.
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