South African Tour II
Tour Overview - 15 Days of Magic
Embark on a 15 day journey through South Africa - a land of striking contrasts, rich traditions, and breathtaking scenery. From wildlife safaris and mountain adventures to cultural encounters and coastal escapes, this curated journey reveals the very soul of South Africa.
Highlights include: Kruger National Park, eSwatini, Zululand, the Drakensberg Mountains, Garden Route, and Cape Town.
Departure Dates (2026):
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 – Sunday - Johannesburg
Arrival at OR Tambo International Airport.
Shuttle to hotel. Evening welcome briefing.
Overnight: Protea Hotel OR Tambo or similar
Day 2 – Monday - Johannesburg → Mpumalanga
Scenic Panorama Route: Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes.
Overnight: Hazyview Sun Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 500 km → 311 miles
Day 3 – Tuesday - Kruger National Park
Early safari in Kruger National Park (optional open-vehicle safari available).
Overnight: Hazyview Sun Hotel or similar
Meals: Packed Breakfast
Distance: 200 km → 124 miles
Day 4 – Wednesday | Mpumalanga → eSwatini
Interactive cultural experience in eSwatini, meeting local communities and artisans.
Overnight: Piggs Peak Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 200 km → 124 miles
Day 5 – Thursday | eSwatini → St. Lucia & Surrounds
Visit Ngwenya Glass and Swazi Candles Centre, then travel to KwaZulu-Natal.
Overnight: A new Hotel Hluhluwe or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 375 km → 233 miles
Day 6 – Friday | St. Lucia → Durban
Optional early-morning game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. Durban city orientation tour, including Golden Mile and Botanic Gardens.
Overnight: Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 320 km → 199 miles
Day 7 – Saturday | Durban → Drakensberg
Midlands Meander, Howick Falls, hotel in Southern Drakensberg Mountains (UNESCO site).
Overnight: Drakensberg Gardens Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: 280 km → 174 miles
Day 8 – Sunday | Drakensberg
Leisure day or optional Sani Pass 4x4 Adventure into Lesotho, including lunch.
Overnight: Drakensberg Gardens Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9 – Monday | Drakensberg → Eastern Cape Coast
Travel through Transkei, visit Nelson Mandela’s birthplace, arrive at beachfront lodge in Chintsa East.
Overnight: Crawford’s Beach Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: 520 km
Day 10 – Tuesday | Eastern Cape Coast → Tsitsikamma
Travel to Tsitsikamma Forest, known for lush vegetation and dramatic cliffs.
Overnight: Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 520 km → 323 miles
Day 11 – Wednesday | Tsitsikamma → Knysna
Explore Storms River Mouth and Tsitsikamma National Park. Continue to Knysna, South Africa’s oyster capital.
Overnight: The Rex Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: 92 km → 57 miles
Day 12 – Thursday | Knysna → Oudtshoorn
Cross Outeniqua Pass. Visit ostrich farm and Cango Caves.
Overnight: Protea Hotel Riempie Estate or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 180 km → 112 miles
Day 13 – Friday | Oudtshoorn → Cape Town
Route 62, port wine tasting in Calitzdorp, arrive in Cape Town late afternoon.
Overnight: Anew Hotel Green Point or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 420 km → 261 miles
Day 14 – Saturday | Cape Town (Unescorted)
Optional excursions:
Table Mountain & Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Peninsula & Constantia Winelands, Robben Island & Anti-Apartheid Struggle Tour, Marine Big Five Safari Experience.
Overnight: Green Point Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 15 – Sunday | Cape Town
Check out by 11h00. Free time until transfer to airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Highlights - Scenic Panorama Route:
Three Rondavels, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes
Safari in Kruger National Park
Cultural immersion in eSwatini
Durban city tour & Botanic Gardens
Southern Drakensberg Mountains exploration
Nelson Mandela’s birthplace visit
Tsitsikamma National Park walking tours
Knysna, Oudtshoorn, and Route 62 discovery
Two nights in Cape Town at Table Mountain’s base
Optional “Travel With a Purpose” activities supporting wildlife & conservation
Included:
14 Nights’ accommodation with porterage
18 Meals: 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners (excluding beverages)
Air-conditioned transportation with tolls
English-speaking professional tour guide
Entrance fees per itinerary
Not Included:
Flights & travel insurance
Visas for eSwatini and Lesotho (if applicable)
Optional excursions & personal expenses
Beverages and unspecified meals
Transportation:
2 guests: Sedan
3–10 guests: 13-seater vehicle
11–14 guests: 15-seater vehicle
15–40 guests: Luxury coach
Terms & Conditions :
Payment: Full payment is due at time of booking
Cancellations: Prior to the trip - 25% fee (90 days), 50% fee (60 days), 100% fee (45 days or less).
Minimum age: 8 years.
Accommodation based on twin/double sharing; single supplement available.
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles.
Standard health, visa, and luggage policies apply.
Insurance highly recommended.
