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South Africa in 11 Days, 8 Nights in Destination

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Our classic tour of South Africa, including wildlife spotting in Kruger and the chance to explore Johannesburg and Cape Town.

Trip Highlights

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    Cape Town
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    Johannesburg
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    Kruger National Park
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    Pretoria

Included

  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Some meals

Availability

  1. Departures available until December 2025

  2. Private groups available

  3. Available Group tours

  4. Solo travelers from + $480

  5. Add up to 5 nights to your stay

  6. WHAT'S THIS?

Categories available

  1. charm included

  2. superior from + $400

  3. luxury from + $800

  4. luxury private from + $1,400

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Itinerary

Land in Johannesburg and admire its mixture of both historic and ultra-modern architecture. Get to know the wild side of South Africa as you embark on game drives in the Kruger National Park. Fall in love with Cape Town, explore Pretoria and discover the beauty of the Cape Peninsula on an unforgettable journey through the most iconic destinations of this diverse nation.

1st Day: US - Night on board

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Arrival at your US departure airport ready to check-in for your flight* to Johannesburg. Night on board.

*If your outbound flight leaves at dawn (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the selected departure day.

2nd Day: Johannesburg

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Arrive in Johannesburg International Airport and take the shuttle bus* to the hotel. The next day, a transfer will pick you up at the hotel to start your journey to Kruger National Park.

Spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring the city and its diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods. Tuck into the vibrant food scene and pop-up eateries.

The city is a real cultural hub and a great place to catch live music performances, so why not head and indulge in trendy bars and restaurants and soak up the atmosphere. Overnight stay in Johannesburg.

Make the most out of your time in South Africa! Why not add one of the optional excursion packages to your itinerary during the next step of the booking process (please choose only one package, either Gastronomic OR Adventure, as the activities overlap).

Gastronomic Package: two meals in Cape Town’s top restaurants, a Bo-Kaap Cooking Tour and Cape Winelands Excursion.

Adventure Package: a Full-Day Kruger Game Drive, an exciting Shark Cage Diving Experience, and an Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking Excursion.

*Please note: You can add a private transfer from the airport to the hotel during the next step of the booking process. Our representative will pick you up from the airport and take you to the hotel.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Garden Court O.R. Tambo I... or similar
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1089 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Adventure package of 3 excursions

Challenging

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Gastronomic package of 4 excursions

Light

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3rd Day: Johannesburg - Mpumalanga - Kruger National Park

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll embark on a scenic drive from Johannesburg to the Kruger area, where you'll experience the diverse beauty of South Africa's landscapes. As you leave Johannesburg, the bustling city gradually gives way to the tranquil Highveld. Approaching the Kruger area, you’ll be greeted by the lush, vibrant scenery and the unique flora of the Lowveld. You’ll notice the shift from the cooler highlands to the warm, subtropical climate, setting the stage for the exciting safari adventure that awaits you. Overnight stay in Kruger National Park.

Important: Please note that the total transfer time is approximately 5 to 6 hours, which includes one refreshment stop along the way. At this stop, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase food to take with you and use the restroom facilities.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ANEW Resort White River M... or similar
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269 Reviews

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4th Day: Kruger National Park

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Get ready for an excitement-filled day, as you enjoy a full-day 4x4 Game Drive at Kruger National Park.

Enjoy breakfast on the go as you begin the day early on a sunrise safari! Head to the southern area of South Africa's most famous game reserve, the iconic Southern Circle, renowned for observing lions and rhinos. Around midday, stop for lunch (not included) at a designated vehicle rest stop that has a restaurant.

In the afternoon, discover the amazing diversity of animals in one of the world’s largest reserves, on a game drive through Kruger National Park. End your day with a well-deserved dinner and rest. Overnight stay in Kruger National Park.

Please note: bring comfortable shoes, a warm and rainproof jacket, sunhat, sun cream and a camera to capture the beautiful wildlife.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ANEW Resort White River M... or similar
tripadvisor rating

269 Reviews

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Activities

included
Full-Day 4x4 Game Drive at Kruger National Park

Light

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5th Day: Kruger National Park

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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy today at leisure as you explore the beautiful natural landscapes of Kruger and White River independently. Why not join a guided bush walk, have a bite at one of the designated picnic spots or grab your binoculars and head out bird-watching.

We recommend an optional Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park to experience more of its wildlife-rich ecosystems*. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Kruger National Park.

*Optional Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park: Set off on an unforgettable excursion to explore the wilds of Kruger! Look out for the Big 5 as you take a slow drive through the national park. Home to elephants, buffalos, giraffes, impalas, zebras and, of course, lions, you’ve got a great chance to see various species up close. Packed lunch included.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ANEW Resort White River M... or similar
tripadvisor rating

269 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Full-Day Optional Safari in Kruger National Park

Light

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6th Day: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - Cape Town

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Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to head back to civilization today to continue with your South African experience. Transfer by road* back to Johannesburg, stopping to see the exterior of the Union Buildings in Pretoria, the official headquarters of the South African government.

Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Cape Town. This vibrant and picturesque city, located at the southwestern tip of South Africa, is known for its stunning natural beauty, diverse cultures, and rich history.

Arrive and transfer to your hotel for check in. Overnight stay in Cape Town.

*Please note: The journey today takes approximately 7-8 hours by road and includes stops along the way for lunch (at own expense) and sightseeing. There will be no accompanying guide for this journey so take the opportunity to enjoy the passing landscapes as you travel through some of the most spectacular regions in South Africa.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Protea Hotel Cape Town Se... or similar
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529 Reviews

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Activities

included
Union Buildings Visit in Pretoria

Moderate

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7th Day: Cape Town

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy the hop on hop off bus ticket in Cape Town. It’s the best way to see the city independently, as you decide when to hop on and when to hop off the bus! With over 30 possible stops, pick your favourite attractions and move about the city at your own pace.

In the afternoon, take the Cableway and go up to Table Mountain to behold one of Africa’s most breathtaking views. Enjoy incredible sights across the city, coastline, and surrounding landscapes. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Cape Town.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Protea Hotel Cape Town Se... or similar
tripadvisor rating

529 Reviews

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Activities

included
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Table Mountain

Light

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8th Day: Cape Town

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, the day is yours to continue discovering the city independently. Why not head to one of the many museums, explore Cape Point or Kirstenbosch, South Africa’s flagship botanical garden.

We recommend the optional Cape Winelands excursion* to the renowned wine-producing region in South Africa, known for its picturesque landscapes, historic vineyards, and world-class wines. Overnight stay in Cape Town.

*Optional Cape Winelands excursion: Set off into the lush Winelands outside of Cape Town and visit the wine producers in Stellenbosch. Enjoy a mix of wine tastings, stunning scenery, cultural experiences and an exclusive cellar tour.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Protea Hotel Cape Town Se... or similar
tripadvisor rating

529 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Winelands Visit and Wine Tasting Full Day

Light

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9th Day: Cape Town

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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy another free day today, where you can continue discovering the city at your own pace. If you want to make the most out of your trip, we recommend the optional full-day tour of Cape Peninsula, a paradise of vineyards, coastal seal and penguin colonies!* Overnight stay in Cape Town.

*Optional full-day Cape Peninsula excursion: Enjoy the delights of Cape Peninsula including; Clifton, Camps Bay, Llandudno and the amazing Twelve Apostles. Pass through Noordhoek and observe local ostriches before visiting the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point. Fall in love with the penguin colony, Boulder's Beach and see Simons Town and Muizenberg Beach.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Protea Hotel Cape Town Se... or similar
tripadvisor rating

529 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Cape Peninsula Full-Day Excursion

Moderate

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10th Day: Cape Town - Night on board

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Breakfast* at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Night on board. 

*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

11th Day: US

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Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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        • Accommodation in Luxury category hotels.
        • Private tour.

        Accommodation: 8 Nights

        Included activities

        Included

        Full-Day 4x4 Game Drive at Kruger National Park

        Included activity for day 4 in Kruger National Park

        Enjoy a full-day 4x4 game drive in the southern area of South Africa's most famous game reserve. This is your opportunity to see the "Big Five" in-person!

        Duration 11:00h Approx. Pick up time: 05:00 Approx

        Physical rating:

        Light

        Inside of the park, there is a rest area with restaurants.

        more information
        Included

        Union Buildings Visit in Pretoria

        Included activity for day 6 in Pretoria

        Stop at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, the official headquarters of South African government.

        Duration 00:30h Approx. Pick up time: 07:30 Approx

        Physical rating:

        Moderate

        This stop is not recommended for people with reduced mobility due to the naturalness of the buildings and their accessibility.

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        Included

        Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Table Mountain

        Included activity for day 7 in Cape Town

        Enjoy the a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour ticket to discover most remarkable attractions of the 'Mother City'. Take the Cableway up to Table Mountain for unforgettable views across the city and beyond.

        Duration 09:00h Approx.

        Physical rating:

        Light

        Table Mountain Cableway will shut down for Annual Maintenance from Monday, 15 July – Sunday, 1 September 2024. They will re-open, weather permitting on Monday, 2 September 2024.

        more information

        Available Activities

        Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
        Optional

        Adventure package of 3 excursions

        Suggested activity for day 2 in Cape Town

        Full-day game drive in Kruger National Park (itinerary day 4); Shark Cage Diving experience (itinerary day 7); Atlantis Dunes Quad Bike excursion (itinerary day 8).

        Physical rating:

        Challenging

        Please choose EITHER Adventure OR Gastronomy packages. Activities overlap so you cannot do both. The order of the excursions is based on the arrival day.

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        Optional

        Gastronomic package of 4 excursions

        Suggested activity for day 2 in Cape Town

        Cape Winelands excursion (day 8); Meal at a grill & seafood restaurant at the V&A Waterfront (day of your choice); Bo-Kapp cooking class/lesson (day 9); Meal and drumming experience at Gold Restaurant or Spyced restaurant (day of your choice).

        Physical rating:

        Light

        Please choose EITHER Adventure OR Gastronomy packages. Activities overlap so you cannot do both. The order of the excursions is based on the arrival day.

        more information
        Optional

        Full-Day Optional Safari in Kruger National Park

        Suggested activity for day 5 in Kruger National Park

        Enjoy a full-day safari in South Africa's most famous game reserve. Take your chance to observe local wildlife in their native habitat.

        Duration 11:00h Approx. Pick up time: 05:30 Approx

        Physical rating:

        Light

        Clients to remain inside the safari vehicle at all times unless otherwise instructed by the ranger.

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        Optional

        Winelands Visit and Wine Tasting Full Day

        Suggested activity for day 8 in Cape Town

        Experience the delicious taste of Stellencosch’s award winning selection of red and white wines as you sip them paired with a delectable variety of cheeses to complement before embarking on a cellar tour of another wine estate.

        Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:30 Approx

        Physical rating:

        Light

        Do not add this optional activity if you’ve already selected one of our Excursion Packages (Adventure or Gastronomic) as the activities will overlap and you WILL NOT be able to do both.

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        The price includes

        • Departures from main US airports.
        • International flights: US - Johannesburg, Cape Town - US.
        • Flights: Johannesburg - Cape Town.*
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        • 8 nights hotel accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
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        • 8 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
        • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles with an English-speaking driver.
        • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
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        • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
        • This is not a fully guided tour. You will be accompanied by a guide during the Kruger National Park safari only and during any optional excursions if you choose to take them.
        • Safari in Kruger National Park with an English-speaking guide.

        Not included

        Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

        Important: The airport transfer on departure is not included when adding additional nights to the itinerary. If required, a departure airport transfer can be added for an additional cost.

        *Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.

        Please note you’ll receive all your trip details and destination information 14 days prior to your departure.

        Make the most out of your time in South Africa! Why not add one of the optional excursion packages during the next step of the booking process (it’s only possible to do one of the two).

        Gastronomic Package: two meals in Cape Town’s top restaurants, a Bo-Kaap Cooking Tour and Cape Winelands Excursion.*

        *Please note: a minimum of 4 participants are required in order for the Gastronomic Package to operate. If there are not enough participants, it will be cancelled and you will be refunded when you return from your trip. 

        Adventure Package: a Full-Day Kruger Game Drive, an exciting Shark Cage Diving Experience, and an Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking Excursion.*

        *Please note: Children are not allowed to take part in the Adventure package.

        Please note on optional excursions and packages: before selecting optional excursions, please check the inclusions of the optional excursion packages to ensure you are not selecting an excursion already included in your chosen package. 

        Please note:

        * The Winelands visit cannot be combined with the Adventure Package due to an overlap of activities.
        * The Full-Day Peninsula Excursion cannot be combined with the Gastronomic or Adventure packages due to an overlap of activities.
        * Only one optional activity can be selected per day.
        * You must choose between either the Gastronomic Package or the Adventure Package. It is not possible to do both.

        • Entry requirements

          Passport with a minimum validity 30 days. Two blank consecutive pages per entry. For more information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthAfrica.html

        • Visa

          No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.

        • Currency

          South African Rand

        • Language

          Afrikaans, English, Swazi, Tsonga, Xhosa.

        • Electricity

          230 V 50 Hz

        • Health

          Vaccinations against Tetanus and Hepatitis are recommended. Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.

        • Time zone

          UTC+ 02:00

        • Other useful information

          South Africa is known for its varied landscape. Bring sun protectant, layers, and comfortable shoes!

        • Tourist Office website

          https://www.southafrica.net/gl/en/

        Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

        Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

        In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

        Children: 3 - 11. Babies: 0 - 2.

        If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

        While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

         

        Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

        Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

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