10 days / 9 nights from per adult

Overview

A guaranteed small group set-departure tour, starting in Johannesburg, proceeding through to Hoedspruit, ending in Cape Town and covering two of South Africa’s most famous and popular destinations – Kruger National Park and Cape Town. Open-vehicle safaris in Kruger and day tours covering the highlight attractions in and around Cape Town make this the perfect trip for those with limited time and looking for a great value for money option.

Tour highlights

  • 9 nights 4-star accommodation
  • Breakfast daily and 3 dinners at the lodge
  • Scheduled game drives in Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park
  • Scheduled touring in Cape Town with an English-speaking tourist guide
  • Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle Sightseeing & Excursions:
  • City tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and Apartheid Museum
  • Afternoon game drive on a Greater Kruger private game reserve
  • Full day Kruger National Park game drive, including entrance fee
  • Cape Town city tour including Table Mountain (weather permitting, cableway tickets excluded
10 days / 9 nights from per adult

Day-to-day itinerary

On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day will be at leisure to rest up after your journey.

This tour will begin by discovering Johannesburg’s beauty and wealth by discovering its urban
environment. You will then visit the inspiring Apartheid Museum dedicated to recounting the history
of the rise and fall of Apartheid in 20th century South Africa. The exhibits are from film footage,
photographs, text panels and artifacts illustrating the events and human stories of Apartheid.
Thereafter you will get the opportunity to discover the former South-African president’s house, in
which you will hear about the Mandela family’s history and times spent in Soweto.

Breakfast

This morning you will transfer back to OR Tambo International Airport for your flight to Hoedspruit,
where you will be met and transferred to the Safari Hotel. On arrival you will have time to check-in
and have lunch (own account).
In the afternoon enjoy an afternoon game drive in a Big Five game reserves, home to Lions,
Cheetah, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard and so much more. Game drives are conducted in a 4×4 open
sided safari vehicle, with a qualified game ranger, at one of three reserves – Pridelands
/ Rietspruit / Olifants / Blue Canyon. Afternoon game drives includes a sundowner and snacks.
Even though wildlife tends to rest in the midday heat, the advantage of an afternoon safari is that
the guides will have information about earlier sightings and where they took place, so they can try
to find the most exciting wildlife for you to experience first-hand. Watering holes are also a popular
spot during this time as many animals will be looking to cool down and nothing is more pleasing than
watching elephants play around in a river. Your guide will ensure an exciting safari, filled with facts
about the animals and birds in the Park, as well as the plant life for those who share an interest in
the lush vegetation and age-old trees. The later the day gets and the closer it gets for closing time
in the Park, the better the chances of sightings become, as the animals become more active as the
heat dissipates. Please bring with sun cream, a hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, warm clothing
in the winter months and a rain jacket in the summer months.
Dinner will be back at the hotel.

Half Board

Full day game drive in Kruger National Park on custom built open safari vehicles which affords all
guests comfort and optimal views of animals! You will be collected at your Lodge between 05:00 –
5:30 am, please collect breakfast packs from the lodge, and you will return at about 04:00 pm after
the safari.
We enter the Kruger National Park once the gates are opened then go on to explore the Park on the
lookout for a pride of lions, majestic herds of elephants or lone roaming elephant bulls, a solitary
leopard lying in a shady tree, the rare rhino, and herds of buffalo, as well as a multitude of other
wild animals and birds, like hornbills, eagles, secretary birds, hippo, zebra, giraffe, not forgetting
the abundance of buck, like impala & kudus. Our guides are all qualified and have years’ worth of
experience in the park. They love nothing more than to share their well of knowledge with our
guests and to make sure that you have the best safari experience possible. They will stop at picnic
spots and rest camps throughout the day for breakfast, lunch and restroom breaks.
On return, take the time to relax and freshen up before dinner

Half Board

Optional Full day Panorama Route Tour
After a delicious breakfast you will be met by your guide and embark on a full day touring the
beautiful Panorama Route which is a scenic road connection with several cultural and natural points
of interest; such as God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Pothotels and the Three Rondawels. Returning to
your hotel in the late afternoon to spend the afternoon at leisure before dinner.
Optional Half Day Morning Kruger Game Drive
A morning safari starts bright and early. During the winter months, the sun has barely risen before
the safari begins. The mornings are some of the most magical times in the Kruger National Park.
The cooler weather has the wildlife a lot more active and it is not unusual to see all sorts of
predators including Lion, Cheetah, Leopard, Hyena and Wild Dogs.
We enter the Kruger, just as the gates open for the day. For the next few hours, we tour some of
the most popular areas in the Southern Kruger, stopping at lookout points and watering holes, in
search of wildlife. In a single morning, guests can see plenty of animals including lion, elephant,
impala, and giraffe, as well as some nocturnal animals.
Enjoy your pre-packed breakfasts at a local picnic area. Guides will make regular stops for leg
stretches. The tour will continue until approximately 12.00, when you will be returned to the
lodge, leaving the park with incredible memories.

Half Board

This morning there is an optional morning game drive on one of the nearby private game reserves
before returning to the hotel for breakfast before check out and transfer back to Hoedspruit Airport
for your flight to Cape Town.
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel
where you will spend the rest of the evening at your own leisure.

Breakfast

You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area and taken on a Half Day Cape Town City
Orientation Tour to learn about Cape Town’s rich history and vibrant cultures. The day starts with
a cableway trip to the top of one of the World’s Natural Wonders – Table Mountain, also the city’s
most iconic and recognisable landmark. Explore the walking trails at the top and take in the many
different views point across the City Bowl, Table Bay, Atlantic Seaboard and Peninsula.
From Table Mountain your guide will take you back down into the city to visit the colourful Bo Kaap
(Cape Malay Quarter), enjoy a walk through the Company Gardens and Greenmarket Square and an
orientation drive taking in some of the important historical buildings (for example the Castle of
Good Hope – South Africa’s oldest building), streets and features.

Highlights:

  • Table Mountain and the aerial cableway (weather depending, cableway tickets for own account)
  • Bo-Kaap – one of the city’s most Instagrammable spots thanks to its picturesque colourful houses and cobblestone streets
  • The Company Gardens – a large public park lined with oak trees and surrounded by iconic historical buildings, museums and art galleries
  • Vibrant Greenmarket Square market offering a wide range of African arts and crafts
  • Orientation drive to see The Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, Grand Parade and Adderley Street with its many statues and historical buildingsThe rest of the day will be at your own leisure, you can choose from a wide range of optional
    activities and excursions that Cape Town has to offer
Breakfast

You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area and taken on a Full Day Cape Peninsula
Tour. Cape Town is frequently acknowledged and awarded as being one of the world’s most
beautiful places – this tour will show you why! Experience the spectacular natural splendour and
abundance of life of the Cape Peninsula. With scenic views to take your breath away and photo
opportunities galore this trip also takes you through a World Heritage Site – the Cape Floral
Kingdom.

Highlights:

  • Drive along the Atlantic Sea Board passing the beautiful beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay
  • Photo stop at Maidens Cove to take in the views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range, Camps Bay Beach and Lions Head
  • Stop at Hout Bay Harbour – a busy fishing harbour
  • Optional boat ride to Duiker Island to see the Cape Fur Seals
  • Chapman’s Peak Drive – known as one of the World’s most beautiful drives
  • Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point – most South-Western point of Africa and the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula, spectacular scenery
  • False Bay Coastal Road – look out for whales between June and November
  • Visit the comical African Penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Simon’s Town – home to South Africa’s Naval Base
  • Picturesque drive past Kalk Bay and Muizenberg – see the famous colourful beach huts
Breakfast

09.00 You will be met by your guide in your hotel reception area and taken on a Full Day Cape
Winelands Tour. Situated only 45 minutes away from Cape Town, the Cape Winelands are
surrounded by majestic mountains, beautiful vineyards and typical Cape Dutch style architecture.
The Cape Winelands include the towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl and are home to
more than 150 wine estates and wine farms producing top-quality world- class wines. This region is
also highly acclaimed for its many award-winning restaurants.

Highlights:

  • 3 Wine Tastings, with a chocolate OR cheese and wine pairing included, at various wine
    estates
Breakfast

This morning, after breakfast at your hotel, transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your
departure flight.

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