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14 daysDuration
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51 peopleMaximum group size
10 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Marvel at the Mother City, Cape Town, and explore the Cape Winelands

Explore the scenic Garden Route and Route 62

Discover the coastal treasures of Hermanus, Mossel Bay and Knysna

Go on safari in the Kruger National Park Region and track down the famous 'Big 5'

Itinerary

From the windswept coast of Cape Town to the untamed wilds of Kruger, "South Africa Escape" is a 14-day wildlife trip designed for experienced travelers and seniors eager to experience the Rainbow Nation’s diversity. Journey along the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, explore charming towns, and marvel at the Garden Route’s spectacular scenery. Traverse the legendary Route 62, experience semi-desert landscapes of the Great Karoo, and seek out iconic wildlife in the Kruger region. With all logistics taken care of, this moderate-activity tour’s unique selling point is its comprehensive coverage of South Africa’s natural and cultural highlights, ensuring a vivid introduction to the country’s vibrant spirit.

day 1Start of tour in Cape Town

Welkom in Kaapstad! Welcome to Cape Town! The 'Mother City' is considered one of the most spectacular cities worldwide, thanks to many top attractions and the famous Table Mountain. It is also one of South Africa's three official capitals and the country's oldest city. After meeting your tour leader at the hotel, get right into a fun and informative orientation tour of the city. Drive and walk through the heartbeat of the city and see unmissable sights like Signal Hill, District Six and the Company’s Garden. Meet back at the hotel after freshening up for a delicious dinner featuring a buffet braai (BBQ) at a local winery. Enjoy a spectacular Drumstuck (African drumming) performance while you eat!

Meals
Dinner
Others
Take a driving and walking tour of the city of Cape Town, Enjoy a traditional braai & African drumming

day 2Cape Town

day 3Cape Winelands - Stellenbosch - Hermanus Region

day 4Hermanus Region - Swellendam - Mossel Bay

day 5Garden Route

day 6Tsitsikamma National Park & Storms River - Eastern Cape

day 7Route 62 - Oudtshoorn Ostrich Farm - Cango Caves Experience

day 8Oudtshoorn - Route 62 - Cape Winelands - Cape Town

day 9Cape Town - Johannesburg - Kruger National Park Region

day 10Kruger National Park Region

day 11Kruger National Park Region

day 12Kruger National Park Region

day 13Three Rondavels - Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint - Bourke’s Luck Potholes - Johannesburg

day 14End of tour in Johannesburg

What's Included

Accommodation
13 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenienceSingle travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Meals
Enjoy a farewell dinner in Johannesburg13 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 9 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboardInternal flight from the Garden Route to Johannesburg
Guide
Fully guided tour with experienced tour leaderTour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Others
Take a driving and walking tour of the city of Cape TownEnjoy a traditional braai & African drummingVisit Stellenbosch; a picturesque university townTaste local wine in the Cape WinelandsExplore Hermanus; a stunning seaside townDiscover Swellendam; South Africa’s third-oldest townGo on a Garden Route Game DriveDiscover Knysna; a stunning seaside townExplore Storms River Mouth in Tsitsikamma National ParkVisit a Klein Karoo ostrich farmExplore the Cango CavesVisit a winery in RobertsonEnjoy a cheese and wine tasting in PaarlEmbark on a full-day Kruger National Park game driveVisit the Three Rondavels for Blyde River Canyon viewsAdmire the scenery of the Blyde Canyon Viewpoint

Customer Reviews

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BrandonVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

I highly highly recommend this tour. South Africa was always a dream destination for me, and this trip made that dream come true in a big way, especially thanks to our guide, Eddie. We toured and learned the history of Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula (do this excursion!), had wine in Stellenbosch, watched whales at sunrise in Hermanus, explored the heavenly Tsitsikamma National Park, and were lucky enough to see the Big Five in one day in Kruger National Park.

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LarcyVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

I always booked my tours with expatexplore and this South Africa trip( 13 days) was one the best! Our tour guide Willem( our Mr. Expect the Unexpected) was indeed the most valuable tour guide in expat. Full of awesomeness! The Safari in Johannesburg was the highlight. I called it magical and PRICELESS! The hotels are all beautiful and the lodge and the village inn are all pretty and unique. Overall, this tour is worth the experience! Not to mention all those wine tastings! Who will not get tipsy??? You've got to do this!!

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PattyVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

The sights we saw and the places we went to were absolutely amazing

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MokshaVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

We have seen the beautiful South Africa from the marvellous cities , comfortable hotels to the nature's gift of mountains, rivers, lakes to the bush life with the wild animals and above all the tastiest foods and classy wines. Our Tour Leader Willem was a very wonderful.person and great communicator.

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MonaVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

We had a great time and Gareth explained things to us and looked after us. It was fantastic.

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