




Tour Overview
Experience the very best of South Africa on this 10-day journey combining the vibrant culture of Cape Town, the scenic beauty of the Garden Route, and the wildlife of Kruger National Park.
Begin your adventure in Cape Town, where you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as Table Mountain, Robben Island, and the Cape Peninsula. Travel along the Garden Route, visiting charming coastal towns and the famous Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy wine tasting, breathtaking landscapes, and warm South African hospitality throughout your stay.
Your journey concludes with an unforgettable safari experience in the Kruger region, where you’ll have the chance to spot Africa’s Big Five and explore the stunning Panorama Route, home to natural wonders like God’s Window and Blyde River Canyon. This tour perfectly blends city, coast, and safari, offering an authentic and complete South African experience.
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Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Cape Town, the gateway to your South African adventure. Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, meet your English-speaking tour guide in the arrivals hall and transfer to your hotel.
After checking in, take some time to relax before your evening experience at GOLD Restaurant, where you’ll enjoy an authentic African culinary journey. Begin with a welcome drink and a lively Djembe drumming session, followed by a 14-dish tasting menu featuring flavours from across the continent. Each dish tells a story of its origin, culture, and traditional cooking style.
After dinner, return to your hotel and rest ahead of your exciting day of exploration.
After breakfast, embark on a full-day city tour that captures the heart and history of Cape Town.
Begin with a visit to Robben Island (weather permitting), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of South Africa’s most significant historical landmarks. The experience begins at the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront before a scenic ferry ride to the island, where a former political prisoner will guide you through its powerful and moving history.
Return to the mainland and continue with a Table Mountain tour (weather permitting). Take the revolving cable car to the summit for panoramic views of the city, ocean, and surrounding peaks. Afterwards, enjoy a Cape Town city tour, featuring iconic attractions such as the Castle of Good Hope, Bo-Kaap, Green Market Square, the South African Museum, and the Company’s Garden.
End your day at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where you’ll have some time at leisure before boarding a sunset champagne cruise. Watch the sun dip below the Atlantic as the city skyline glows in the evening light.
After the cruise, return to your hotel for the night.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before setting out on a full-day Cape Peninsula Tour, one of the most scenic routes in South Africa.
Travel along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing Clifton and Camps Bay, before arriving in the charming fishing village of Hout Bay. Here, you’ll embark on a 45-minute Seal Island Cruise (weather permitting) to see the Cape fur seals up close.
Continue along the world-famous Chapman’s Peak Drive (if open), offering breathtaking ocean and mountain views, before reaching the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Ride the funicular to the top for panoramic vistas of the peninsula’s rugged coastline.
Your next stop is the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, home to Africa’s only land-based penguin colony. Spend time observing these charming birds in their natural habitat before returning to Cape Town in the late afternoon.
After breakfast and check-out, depart Cape Town for a scenic drive along the Garden Route, one of South Africa’s most picturesque regions.
Enjoy a wine tasting en route, sampling some of the Cape’s finest vintages surrounded by rolling vineyards and mountain views. Continue your journey towards Mossel Bay, a coastal town known for its rich history, beautiful beaches, and relaxed atmosphere.
Arrive in the late afternoon, check in at your hotel, and spend the rest of the day at leisure, soaking in the tranquil surroundings.
After breakfast, set off with your driver-guide for a full-day tour of Oudtshoorn, located about two hours from Mossel Bay. Known as the ostrich capital of the world, Oudtshoorn offers a fascinating mix of wildlife, natural wonders, and cultural history.
Begin with a visit to the Cango Caves, Africa’s largest show cave system, where you’ll explore impressive limestone formations and ancient chambers. Continue to the Cango Wildlife Ranch, home to a variety of animal species and conservation programmes.
Your day concludes with a tractor-guided tour of a Safari Ostrich Farm, where you’ll learn about these remarkable birds and enjoy a delicious lunch on the farm.
Return to your hotel in Mossel Bay in the late afternoon and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out and transferring to George Airport for your flight to Johannesburg (flight excluded).
Upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport, meet your English-speaking tour guide and begin exploring the city’s rich cultural history with a visit to Satyagraha House, also known as Gandhi House. This beautifully preserved residence is where Mahatma Gandhi lived and worked between 1908 and 1909, and today stands as a museum and heritage site dedicated to his philosophy of peace and non-violence.
After your visit, transfer to your hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg’s vibrant business and shopping district. Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and depart Johannesburg for Hazyview, located near the world-famous Kruger National Park. Enjoy the scenic journey through Mpumalanga’s landscapes of rolling hills and bushveld.
Arrive in Hazyview around 12h00 and check in before heading out for your first safari game drive (13h00 – 16h00) in a shared 10-seater open Land Cruiser. Experience the thrill of spotting Africa’s iconic wildlife, from elephants and lions to giraffes and zebras in their natural habitat.
After your safari, return to the hotel to relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Rise early for an unforgettable full-day safari in the Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Collect your breakfast pack from reception before departing at 06h00 for a shared game drive in an open Land Cruiser.
Spend the day exploring the park’s vast landscapes, home to the legendary Big Five which include lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo, along with countless other animals and bird species. Your experienced guide will share insights into the park’s rich ecosystems and wildlife behaviour throughout the day.
Return to your hotel in the late afternoon, relax, and enjoy a well-earned dinner after a thrilling day of discovery.
fter breakfast, check out from your hotel and begin your journey back to Johannesburg, travelling along the spectacular Panorama Route.
This scenic drive showcases some of Mpumalanga’s most breathtaking natural landmarks, including God’s Window, offering sweeping views across the Lowveld, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, a fascinating geological wonder carved by centuries of water erosion, and the dramatic Blyde River Canyon, the third-largest canyon in the world.
After exploring these highlights, continue your transfer to Sandton, Johannesburg, arriving in the afternoon for check-in at your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure reflecting on the unforgettable experiences of your South African adventure.
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel before checking out.
After a remarkable journey through South Africa’s cities, coastlines, and wildlife reserves, you’ll be transferred to O.R. Tambo International Airport for your flight home.
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll enjoy guided morning and afternoon game drives in open 4×4 vehicles within the Kruger National Park or neighbouring private reserves. Expect to see lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, and a variety of antelope and bird species. Safaris are led by qualified rangers who share insights into wildlife behaviour and conservation.
Yes, all Travel & I Africa itineraries are fully customisable. Travellers can add extra days, swap destinations, or include optional extensions such as Victoria Falls, the Cape Winelands, or the Chobe River in Botswana. The team can tailor every element to your schedule, interests, and budget.
Yes. Most hotels and lodges offer free Wi-Fi in common areas and rooms. While on safari in the Kruger region, signal may be limited in certain areas to preserve the wilderness experience, but connectivity returns at the lodge.
Your driver-guide and lodge staff are fluent in English, with many also speaking Afrikaans, Zulu, or Xhosa. English is widely used in all major tourism regions, making communication easy for international travellers.
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Tour Information
| Min Guests: | 2 |
| Max Guests: | 10 |
| Location: | Cape Town |
| Destination: | Kruger |
| Contact: | +27 64 502 2442 |
| Language: | English |
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