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Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park
10 days, Cape Town to Johannesburg
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On a 10-day adventure in South Africa, discover why Cape Town is consistently named one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Then fly on to Johannesburg, gateway to some of the world's most renowned wildlife reserves. Scan the horizon of Kruger National Park for the "big five" and spend time in the wild with a conservationist from the National Geographic Big Cats Initiative. Experience Africa from the bottom up – while feeling as if you’re on top of the world.
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Trip Code: DSCNG
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Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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[Cape Town] is a little gem, perfectly formed…In the morning, the fog pours off Table Mountain like heavy cream, it’s an amazing visual. And the South African custom of drinking sundowners, again on Table Mountain overlooking the city, is probably my favorite thing to do there.”—Bob Krist, contributing photographer for National Geographic Traveler
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Itinerary
Day 1Cape Town
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Cape Town
Visit Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden with an expert guide on a tour exclusively designed for our groups — the garden has been named one of the top gardens in the world by National Geographic Traveler magazine. Continue on to explore vibrant Cape Town and Cape Point, with a visit to the penguins at Boulders Beach.
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BreakfastDay 3Cape Town
Enjoy a day of leisure and choose from a variety of optional activities including a visit to Table Mountain or a Stellenbosch wine tour.
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BreakfastDay 4Cape Town/Johannesburg
Fly to Johannesburg, then visit Soweto, the former home of Nelson Mandela. In the evening, enjoy a traditional South African Braai (barbecue) for dinner with your local CEO and fellow travellers.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 5Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area
Enjoy a full day scenic drive along the famed Panorama Route with stops at Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window. Continue to our tented camp located near the Kruger National Park and this evening enjoy a delicious South African dinner in the boma.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Kruger National Park
Enjoy a morning wildlife safari drive through Kruger National Park in an open vehicle. Take in views of the abundant wildlife including elephants, lions, and giraffe. In the afternoon, opt to extend your safari drive or head back to the lodge where you can take a short nature walk or relax on the deck with views of the surrounding area.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 7Greater Kruger Area/Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Continue on to a private nature reserve in the Greater Kruger area. This afternoon, meet with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Cheetah Metapopulation Project who will share information about their efforts to protect cheetahs and other carnivores. This National Geographic-sponsored project is part of the Big Cats Initiative. After, the researcher will join us on our evening wildlife safari drive.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Enjoy early morning and afternoon safari drives with our local guides, searching for buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, and rhinos – Africa's famed "big five". In our down time, relax at the camp, take a walk around the grounds, or enjoy a cool drink on the deck.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg
After one last wildlife safari drive, head back to the city. In the evening, enjoy dinner at our local guest house.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 10Johannesburg
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kirstenbosch Guided Walk, Cape Town
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
- Your Foodie Moment: Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue), Johannesburg
- Arrival transfer
- Orientation tour of Cape Town and Cape Point including Boulders Beach
- Soweto tour
- Panorama Route scenic drive
- Kruger National Park wildlife safari drive in open vehicle
- Private nature reserve wildlife safari drives in open vehicles
- Internal Flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotel (3 nts), guest house (2 nts), comfortable safari camps (4 nts).
Meals
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
Allow USD195-255 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned touring vehicle, plane, open safari vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) & driver for Kruger portion, local CEO in Cape Town, local guides/rangers.
Departures
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