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19 Day Tour of South Africa Comfort (3 – 4 Star Lodges) 2024
Tour Details
Tour Style | Comfort Lodges |
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Length | 19 days |
Countries Visited | South Africa, |
Starts | Cape Town |
Ends | Johannesburg |
Group Size | Min 4 Max 16 |
Age Range | 18 - 55 Years and older |
Tour SKU | ACS1018 |
What You'll Experience
- Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope.
- Spectacular scenery of the Garden Route
- Historic area of Cradock
- Scenic beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains (World Heritage site)
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park (World Heritage site)
- Kingdoms of Swaziland & Lesotho
- “Big Five” of Kruger National Park
- Panorama Route
Why You'll Love this Tour
With this all-inclusive itinerary, you will have the opportunity to experience the wonders of South Africa. In addition to Cape Town and the Garden Route, this tour offers historical sites and mountains, as well as the Zulu and Swazi cultures as well as the wildlife of Kruger National Park. Take a trip through the diverse countryside, culture, and cuisine of the Rainbow Nation in the comfort of your air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter.
Tour Price
FROM
R65,565
+ Local Payment 3500
+ Single Supplement USD 450
Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced at USD 3696. Currency fluctuations may occur
Dates Tour Length: 19 days
Included
- Meals - 18 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 9 Dinners
- Accommodation - 18 nights lodge, chalet and small hotel all with en-suite facilities
- Fully equipped safari vehicle
- Services of tour leader and camp courier, all accommodation, all catering equipment and scheduled National Park entrance fees
- Meals not shown will be to the clients account. Occasionally breakfast and lunch may be combined into a brunch where necessary e.g. mornings with early game drives
- Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope.
- Spectacular scenery of the Garden Route
- Historic area of Cradock
- Scenic beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains (World Heritage site)
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park (World Heritage site)
- Kingdoms of Swaziland & Lesotho
- “BIG FIVE” of Kruger National Park
- Panorama Route
Excluded
- Flights
- Travel insurance (Get Adventure Travel Insurance)
- Airport taxes
- Visa costs
- Optional excursions
- Drinks
- Mineral water
- Gratuities and Personal expenses
- 2 Lunches at own expense
Activities
Some of the activities you can take part in on this tour.
Included in the Tour Price:
- Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope.
- Spectacular scenery of the Garden Route
- Historic area of Cradock
- Scenic beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains (World Heritage site)
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park (World Heritage site)
- Kingdoms of Swaziland & Lesotho
- “BIG FIVE” of Kruger National Park
- Panorama Route
Other Activities
Optional Activities available on this tour at your own expense
- Hermanus - Boat based ocean safaris
- Knysna - Sunset boat cruise, Knysna Elephant Park / Featherbed Nature Reserve.
Itinerary
Day 1 – 3: Cape Town, South Africa
The client is transferred to their hotel upon arrival in Cape Town. A pre-departure meeting takes place in the lobby of the hotel on day 1 at 6pm. Its scenic, historic, and cultural attractions are set against the majestic Table Mountain. At their own expense, clients can enjoy dinner at the bustling Waterfront.
Our morning tour of the peninsula begins at 08h00. The hotel is located along the waterfront of the Indian Ocean. After driving along the Atlantic seaboard via Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak, we visit Table Mountain National Park – Cape Point. As part of the trip, we will visit Boulders Penguin Colony and take the cable car up Table Mountain in the morning or afternoon, depending on the weather.
Enjoy a stroll along the V&A Waterfront, a trip to Robben Island, or the Hop on Hop off Red Bus tour of Cape Town on this free day. Individuals and families can enjoy a variety of attractions.
Meals: Breakfast x2
Accommodation: Breakwater Lodge (or similar accommodation)
Day 4 – 5: Knysna, South Africa
Our journey takes us along the lush Garden Route. Knysna is situated on the shores of Knysna Lagoon and is surrounded by lakes, beaches, and forests. Afternoons are free for wandering the town or enjoying a sunset boat cruise.
There are many optional activities (own expense) available on the second day, including a visit to Knysna Elephant Park and Featherbed Nature Reserve. Take advantage of some of the amazing restaurants along the lagoon for a delicious meal.
Meals: Breakfast x2
Accommodation: Knysna Hollow (or similar accommodation)
Optional Activities: Sunset boat cruise, Knysna Elephant Park / Featherbed Nature Reserve.
Day 6: Tistiskamma Forest, South Africa
Our journey takes us along the Garden Route and Plettenberg Bay, stopping at many fascinating small towns and attractions along the way. It is a pleasure to spend time in Plettenberg Bay, a beautiful beachfront town with a variety of shops and restaurants. Our overnight destination is the Tsitsikamma Forest.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Tsitiskamma Village (or similar accommodation)
Days 7: Cradock, South Africa
Cradock is a historical town located in the Eastern Cape. In Craddock, the frontier town at the eastern edge of the Great Karoo, Die Tuishuise is an elegant collection of beautifully restored Victorian era craftsman’s houses. The Tuishuise line Market Street up to the Victoria Manor, a grand old colonial hotel that once hosted Cecil John Rhodes, Olive Schreiner, and countless adventurers on their way to the hinterlands.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Die Tuishuise (or similar)
Day 8 – 9: Lesotho, South Africa
The day begins travelling to the the Eastern Cape and ends in Lesotho, a mountain kingdom. Staying in the mountainous region allows you to participate in local activities such as village walks and pony treks during the afternoon and following morning.
Meals: Breakfast x2, Dinner x2
Accommodation: Malealea Lodge or similar
Day 10 – 11: Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa
After leaving Lesotho, we travel to the Drakensberg Mountains. Located at the foot of the Amphitheatre, our lodge is located in the Northern Berg. Relax in the spectacular surroundings or enjoy guided walks in the mountains
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch, Dinner x2
Accommodation: The Cavern (or similar)
Day 12 – 13: Zululand, South Africa
In Zululand, we are based in the small coastal town of St Lucia. The purpose of this article is to demonstrate why the St. Lucia Wetland Park has been accorded international recognition.
During day 13, we will explore the Eastern Shores area off-road, including an ecological overview, wonderful game viewing, bird watching, short walks and a trip to Cape Vidal for whale watching and snorkeling in season. Take a closer look at the five eco-systems that comprise this unique park. Enjoy a day of bushland exploration, forest exploration, and beach exploration! There is a full braai (barbecue) lunch, snorkeling gear, and drinks included in the price.
Meals: Breakfast x2, Dinner x2
Accommodation: St Lucia Eco Lodge (or similar)
Day 14: Kingdom of Eswatini, South Africa
Continuing through South Africa, we enter the Kingdom of Eswatini. As part of the kingdom’s commitment to wildlife conservation, Mlilwane Game Reserve is one of the Royal Reserves. A visit to the local Swazi markets is included, as are optional excursions (at your personal expense) such as guided walks, a visit to a Swazi village and horse trails in the reserve.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Swazi Beehive huts (or similar)
Day 15 – 17: Kruger National Park & Panorama Route, South Africa
In the morning, we depart Swaziland for the famous Kruger National Park. Among the many species of animals and plants found in South Africa’s largest game reserve are the Big Five.
We visit the Blyde River Canyon, Panorama Route, Bourkes Luck Potholes, and Gods Window during the day.
Meals: Breakfast x3
Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Estate (or similar)
Included Activities: Afternoon and full day game drive in an open 4×4 vehicle
Days 18 – 19: Johannesburg, South Africa
After leaving Kruger, we travel to Johannesburg and arrive late in the afternoon.
On day 19 you are dropped off at OR Tambo Airport in the late afternoon where your tour comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast x2, Dinner
Accommodation: Safari Club (or similar)
Onward Travel Plans
Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.
FROM
R65,565