Spotting the 'Big 5' in Kruger and other game parks and reserves, visiting local villages and cosmopolitan Cape Town, searching for resident wildlife in the St. Lucia Estuary, taking in the dramatic scenery of the south of Africa.
The unvarnished grandeur of South Africa is on display in this comprehensive exploration of one of the continent’s most diverse and fascinating destinations. Wildlife and Africa’s incredible culture is at a premium on this tour—from the coastal shores of Tsitsikamma to extensive game drives in Addo Elephant National Park and the famed Kruger. You’ll also have the chance to visit a traditional Swazi village, explore modern Cape Town, and follow the glorious Garden Route. Add in knowledgeable CEOs and some of the best camp meals you’ve ever tasted and you’ve got a recipe for adventure par excellence.
What's Included
- Kruger and Addo National Park entrances with game drives in overland vehicle, Traditional Shaagan dinner and dance, Tsitsikamma National Park entrances.
- 16 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, 12 Dinners. (Allow USD85-110 for meals not included.)
- Simple hotel (4 nts), participation camping (11 nts), backpackers dormitory (1 nt).
- Overland vehicle, walking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO), cook and driver throughout, local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 22, Avg 18
Places Visited
- South Africa
- Swaziland
Day 1 Johannesburg
Arrive at any time.
Days 2-3 Greater Kruger Area/Kruger National Park (2B,2L,2D)
Drive through scenic mountains, experience traditional a Shangaan dinner and dance, visit a Shalati village and a community project supported by Planeterra. Game drive and animal viewing in overland vehicle.
Days 4-5 Kingdom of Swaziland (2B,2L,2D)
Explore Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary. Option to go for mountain hikes, mountain biking or a Swazi village tour.
Days 6-7 Zululand (2B,1L)
Choose among boat cruises, nature walks, horseback riding, kayaking or visit Umfolozi Game Reserve as optional activities.
Days 8-10 Durban/Eastern Cape (3B,3L,3D)
Enjoy a typical Indian dinner, explore the rocky beaches and hidden lagoons, marvel at the Eastern Cape scenery.
Day 11 Addo Elephant National Park (B,L,D)
Enjoy a game drive in overland vehicle. Be on the watch for big elephants.
Days 12-14 Tsitsikamma/Knysna (3B,3L,3D)
Visit Tsitsikamma National Park. Option to hike, scuba dive, snorkel, boat ride, canoe, whale-watch or bungee-jump.
Days 15-16 Oudtshoorn / Cape Town (2B,2L,1D)
Visit "The Heads" in Knysna. Travel over the Outeniqua Mountains into Klein Karoo (“Little Karoo”). Option to explore the Cango Caves, an ostrich farm, and all that Cape Town has to offer.
Day 17 Cape Town (B)
Depart at any time.
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