Venture out on safari in world-renowned Kruger National Park and spot the African “big five” in a private wildlife reserve. Get an insider’s tour of the breathtaking Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town. Visit the township of Soweto, where Nelson Mandela grew up, and enjoy a traditional South African barbecue. Spectacular scenery, vibrant culture, and a dramatic, inspiring past—South Africa has it all. Discover the charms of Cape Town, one of Africa’s most beautiful cities, then travel to Johannesburg—former home of revolutionary leader Nelson Mandela and gateway to some of the world’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Scan the horizon of Kruger National Park for the “big five,”
Day 1
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Day 2
Begin the day with an exploration of vibrant Cape Town, wandering through the multicultural Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Then enjoy an exclusive guided tour of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, named by Traveler as one of the world’s 10 most magnificent gardens. Later, stop by Boulders Beach to see the resident population of African penguins, and continue to the Cape Point lighthouse and the Cape of Good Hope, the southwestern most point in Africa.
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 3
Enjoy a day of leisure in Cape Town, choosing from a variety of optional activities. Hike up iconic Table Mountain or hop on a cable car to the summit, taking in extraordinary views of the city and the Atlantic seaboard. Or explore the Cape Winelands, visiting the historical city of Stellenbosch, touring wine estates with expert guides, and indulging in a variety of tastings and pairings.
- Meals Included: Breakfast
- Optional Activities: Cape Winelands Tour, Shark Cage Diving, Table Mountain Visit, Two Oceans Aquarium , Whale and Bird Watching at Dyer Island
Day 4
Fly to Johannesburg, then take a guided tour of Soweto township. Soweto was an important center of South Africa’s anti-apartheid movement and home to its leader, Nelson Mandela. Visit the Mandela House Museum and learn about this painful chapter in the country’s history. In the evening, enjoy a traditional South African braai (barbecue) with your fellow travellers.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Optional Activities: Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos
Day 5
Set out towards Kruger National Park via the magnificent Panorama Route, one of the world’s most picturesque drives. Make stops at the dramatic Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and take in panoramic views of the forest-covered valley from the God’s Window viewpoint. Continue to our lodge near Kruger National park, savour a delicious South African Dinner in this picturesque location.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
Rise early and climb aboard an open jeep for a full-day safari in Kruger National Park—home to an extraordinary array of large mammals. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and perhaps elusive leopards as we explore this breathtaking wilderness of savanna and scrubland. Return to our lodge in the evening, where you can take some time to relax and enjoy the nocturnal sounds of the bush.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7
Travel to the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, a pristine wildlife sanctuary located in the Greater Kruger area. Meet with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Cheetah Big Cats Initiative—and learn abl efforts to protect the region’s cheetahs and other carnivores. The researcher then joins us for a wildlife-viewing excursion through the reserve.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodations: Karongwe Private Game Reserve – Lodges (or similar)
Day 8
Spend the day exploring Karongwe on morning and afternoon safaris with our local guides. Search for Africa’s famed “big five” as we drive through the shrublands of the bushveld. Back at camp, relax on deck or take a walk around the grounds.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodations: Karongwe Private Game Reserve – Lodges (or similar)
Day 9
Embark on one last safari this morning, keeping a lookout for Karongwe’s iconic inhabitants. Then head back to the city, where you’ll enjoy dinner in our family run lodge.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10
Depart at any time.
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