South Africa Safaris and Tours
The Best of South Africa
Enjoy the best of South Africa, from Cape Town’s famed waterfront and world-renowned winelands, to the ultimate African safari at the Greater Kruger National Park. This package includes round-trip economy class international air, South African domestic flights, 7-nights’ accommodations, 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, plus ground transfers all for an incredible value.
Cape and Kruger Escape
DAY 1: TRAVELING
Depart from New York (JFK) or Washington DC (IAD) on your South African Airways flight to South Africa.
DAY 2: CAPE TOWN
On arrival in Johannesburg you will connect onwards for your 2 hour flight on South African Airways to Cape Town. On arrival in Cape Town you will be met for your transfer to your hotel.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel
DAY 3: CAPE TOWN
Depart on a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel
Scheduled Full Day Cape Point Tour
Depart on full day scheduled tour of the Cape Peninsula. Highlights include; Chapman's Peak, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Boulders Penguin Colony and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (optional - for own account)
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN
Depart on a full day tour of the Cape Winelands.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel
Scheduled Full Day Winelands Tour
Depart on a scheduled full day tour of the Cape Winelands. Highlights include the Paarl Wine Region, Franschhoek Valley and the town of Stellenbosch
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN
A full day at leisure to explore the beautiful city of Cape Town. Maybe take a trip in the cable car up Table Mountain or a boat ride for a poignant visit to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for many years. Perhaps take time to explore the vibrant V&A Waterfront with its many shops, restaurants and activities available as well as the fascinating Two Oceans Aquarium. In the summer months maybe head for the white sand beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay for people watching and soaking up the African Sun. Whatever else, you will not be at a loss for things to do!
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel
DAY 6: HAZYVIEW
After breakfast you will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
On arrival you will be met and transferred to the lodge.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Hippo Hollow Country Estate
DAY 7: HAZYVIEW
Depart on a full day Panorama Route tour.
Breathtaking views, plunging waterfalls, eagles flying above you and a rich history, quite literally, as it includes the gold rush years, are the kinds of things you better get used to when you visit the Panorama Route.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Hippo Hollow Country Estate
DAYS 8 - 9: SABI SAND PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
After breakfast you will be transferred to the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve.
Spend the next 2 days on safari in the Greater Kruger Region.
Overnight for 2 nights on a full board basis at Idube Private Game Reserve
DAY 10: DEPARTURE
Time permitting take an optional early morning safari before you are transferred to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and onwards connection to the United States.
DAY 11: TRAVELING
Arrival in the United States at New York JFK or Washington Dulles airports.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Round trip coach air on South African Airways from New York (JFK) or Washington (IAD) Airport to South Africa OR Tambo International Airport; Domestic coach air in South Africa as per the itinerary (Johannesburg - Cape Town - Kruger Mpumalanga - Johannesburg); Accommodation as per the itinerary; Most meals as per the itinerary (8 x breakfast, 1 x lunch 2 x dinner); Ground transfers as per the itinerary; Scheduled Cape Peninsula tour; Scheduled Winelands tour; All park fees and safari activities
EXCLUDES
Add-on air from other U.S. cities; Any meals or services not mentioned above; Entrance fees on Cape Peninsula tour to Kirstenbosch, Seal Island cruise; Any items of personal expense, i.e. drinks, telephone calls, laundry etc.; Gratuities for rangers/guides/drivers
Adventures in Southern Africa
DAY 1: TRAVELING
Depart from New York or Washington DC for your South African Airways flight to South Africa.
DAY 2: CAPE TOWN
On arrival in Johannesburg, board your connecting flight to Cape Town, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Hotel
DAY 3: CAPE TOWN
After breakfast depart for your Table Mountain Hike.
Whether you’re looking for adventure or solitude, nature or views, a hike up Table Mountain is not to be missed.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Hotel
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN
After breakfast depart for your half day Township bicycle tour.
Experience the lifestyle of the majority of South Africans on interactive cultural Township tours. Learn about the political past of Apartheid, how to click like a Xhosa and join the Sangoma for a traditional ceremony all whilst cycling through community on a bicycle.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Hotel
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN
Depart very early and head towards Kleinbaai for your Shark Cage diving experience.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Hotel
DAYS 6 - 7: KAPAMA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
After breakfast you will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Hoedspruit Airport.
On arrival you will be met and transferred to Kapama Private Game Reserve.
Spend the next 2 nights on a fully inclusive basis at Kapama River Lodge
DAY 8: JOHANNESBURG
After your morning safari activity and breakfast, you will be transferred to Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg.
On arrival take the free shuttle bus to your hotel.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Peermont Mondior Hotel
DAY 9: VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE
After breakfast take the free shuttle bus to the Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls.
On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at The Kingdom Hotel
DAY 10: VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE
After breakfast you will be met and depart for your tour of the Falls.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at The Kingdom Hotel
DAY 11: DEPARTURE
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and onward connection to the USA.
DAY 12: TRAVELING
Arrival in the United States at New York (JFK) or Washington Dulles (IAD) airports.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Round trip coach air on South African Airways from New York (JFK) or Washington (IAD) Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport; Regional coach air in South Africa as per the itinerary (Johannesburg - Cape Town - Hoedspruit - Johannesburg - Victoria Falls Airport - Johannesburg); Accommodation as per the itinerary; Most meals as per the itinerary (9 x breakfast, 2 x lunch, 2 x dinner); Ground transfers as per the itinerary; All park fees and safari activities
EXCLUDES
Add-on air from other U.S. cities; Any meals or services not mentioned above; Any items of personal expense, i.e. drinks, telephone calls, laundry etc.; Gratuities for rangers/guides/drivers
The Best of South Africa
DAY 1: TRAVELING
Depart from New York (JFK) or Washington Dulles (IAD) for your South African Airways flight to South Africa.
DAY 2: CAPE TOWN
On arrival in Johannesburg you will connect onwards for your two-hour flight on South African Airways to Cape Town. On arrival you will be met for your transfer to your hotel.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel.
DAY 3: CAPE TOWN
After breakfast you will be met by your local English-speaking driver/guide for your full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula. Depart the hotel and flank the Atlantic Ocean en route to Hout Bay. Once a fishing community, it is now one of the most popular residential areas. The harbor still has a charm of days gone by. You’ll have a chance to join a half-hour cruise to Seal Island (optional trip for own account +/- R70) or, for the not so adventurous, the fish market Mariners Wharf is a must.
The tour continues over the famous Chapman’s Peak drive, weather permitting. With a 200-meter drop on one side and a 200-meter rise on the other, you will make your way south following the Atlantic Ocean until you reach Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. Said to be the romantic meeting place of the two mighty oceans, the Atlantic and the Indian, Sir Francis Drake the Explorer once called it "the fairest cape that we saw in the whole circumference of the globe." And rightly so, it must be the highlight of any visit to the Mother City, if not South Africa. Your optional lunch stop is at the Fish Hoek Galley.
You’ll pass the naval base of Simonstown as you continue along the coast en route to see the Jackass penguin colony, which has become well established at Boulders Beach near Simonstown. Your last stop of the day is at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (optional +/- R65), home of some 3,500 species of Southern African fauna and flora. You’ll return to the hotel in the late afternoon, having seen some of the best the Cape has to offer.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel.
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN
After breakfast your local English-speaking driver/guide will meet you at the hotel for a tour of the Cape wine region. You will depart from the hotel and head north to Paarl. Your first stop is for a morning wine tasting at Nelsons Creek Estate. After a tour through their cellars, there is a chance to sample some of their local wines as well as a cheese tasting. A brief city tour of Paarl follows, before you make your way to Franschhoek with a photo stop at the Groot Drakenstein Prison, where Nelson Mandela was released in 1990. This little village nestled amongst the mountains can easily be mistaken for a little Switzerland.
After a short tour of the town, a second wine tasting will be enjoyed in Franschhoek followed by a lunch stop and perhaps a chance to savor some of the fresh trout for which Franschhoek is renowned.
After lunch, the tour continues to the university town of Stellenbosch. It is easy to understand why Simon van der Stel decided to settle a village here amongst the mountains. The backdrop of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads and the oak-lined streets and lanes all combine to give this place a charm that will not be quickly forgotten. Time permitting, you will also enjoy a third and final wine tasting. Then you will set off for your return to the Mother City.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the beautiful city of Cape Town. Maybe take a trip in the cable car up Table Mountain or a boat ride for a poignant visit to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for many years. Perhaps take time to explore the vibrant V&A Waterfront with its many shops, restaurants and activities available as well as the fascinating Two Oceans Aquarium. In the summer months, maybe head for the white sand beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay for people watching and soaking up the African sun. Whatever you decide, you will not be at a loss for things to do!
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel.
DAY 6: KRUGER PRIVATE RESERVES
After breakfast you will be met and transferred to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and onwards connection to Hoedspruit Airport.
On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your lodge in the Thornybush Game Reserve, which lies adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park. Here you will enjoy the next few days experiencing exclusive safari adventures in both open Land Rovers and on foot.
The private reserve is home to an abundance of species including the "Big Five." Being predominantly open savannah and with a near perfect year-round climate, it is the ideal African safari destination.
Overnight on a full board basis at a lodge of your choice: Chapungu Tented Camp, Serondella Lodge, Waterbuck Lodge or n’Kaya Lodge.
DAY 7: KRUGER PRIVATE RESERVES
Enjoy morning and late afternoon game safaris in the African bush with experienced game rangers and Shangaan trackers. Safari game drives are undertaken at the best times of the day to avoid the harsh African sun while the rest of your day may be enjoyed at leisure at the lodge. From hearty breakfasts to gourmet dinners and enthralling game safaris, you are sure to be tantalized during your stay.
Overnight on a full board basis at a lodge of your choice: Chapungu Tented Camp, Serondella Lodge, Waterbuck Lodge or n’Kaya Lodge.
DAY 8: KRUGER PRIVATE RESERVES
Partcipate in the game viewing activities at the lodge or simply relax in the peaceful surrounds of the African bush.
Overnight on a full board basis at a lodge of your choice: Chapungu Tented Camp, Serondella Lodge, Waterbuck Lodge or n’Kaya Lodge.
DAY 9: DEPARTURE
After an early morning safari game drive and breakfast, transfer to Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and onwards connection to the United States.
DAY 10: TRAVELING
Arrival in the United States at New York JFK or Washington Dulles IAD airport.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Round trip coach air on South African Airways from New York (JFK) or Washington (IAD) Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport; Domestic coach air in South Africa as per the itinerary (Johannesburg-Cape Town-Johannesburg-Hoedspruit-Johannesburg); Accommodation as per the itinerary; Most meals as per the itinerary (7x breakfast, 3x lunch, 3x dinner); Ground transfers as per the itinerary; All park fees and safari activities; Scheduled Cape Peninsula Tour; Scheduled Winelands Tour
EXCLUDES
Add-on air from other U.S. cities; Any meals or services not mentioned above; Entrance fees on Cape Peninsula tour to Kirstenbosch, Seal Island cruise; Any items of personal expense, i.e. drinks, telephone calls, laundry etc.; Gratuities for rangers/guides/drivers.
DAY 1: TRAVELING
Depart from Washington, D.C. - Dulles (IAD) for your South African Airways flight to South Africa.
DAY 2: CAPE TOWN
Upon arrival in Johannesburg you will connect onwards for your two-hour flight on South African Airways to Cape Town. On arrival in Cape Town you will be transferred to your hotel by your own private car and driver for the short transfer. Settle into your Island Superior Room at The One&Only Cape Town and relax after your flight.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at The One&Only Cape Town – Island Superior Room.
DAY 3: CAPE TOWN
After breakfast you will be met by your English-speaking driver/guide for your full-day private tour of the Cape Peninsula. The tour takes you on an unforgettable journey to the mythical meeting place of the two great oceans, Indian and Atlantic. Breathtaking scenic beauty contrasts with the harsh, rugged conditions of the most southwesterly edge of the African continent. Highlights include a visit to the historic town of Simon's Town, Groot Constantia Wine Estate or Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (optional), the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, Cape Point Nature Reserve and Chapman's Peak (weather permitting).
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at The One&Only Cape Town – Island Superior Room.
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN
After breakfast your local English-speaking driver/guide will meet you at the hotel for a private tour of the Cape wine region. Discover the beauty and history of the Cape Winelands. Cape Dutch architecture, rolling vineyards, fine wines and beautiful mountain ranges are the order of the day. Highlights include a visit to the historical town of Stellenbosch, famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, a visit to the Ernie Els Winery and wine tastings in some of the finest wine estates. Then you set off for your return to the Mother City.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at The One&Only Cape Town – Island Superior Room.
DAY 5: CAPE TOWN
Today is at leisure for you to explore Cape Town.
Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at The One&Only Cape Town – Island Superior Room
DAY 6: SABI SANDS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
After breakfast you will be transferred by private car to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Skukuza Airport, where you will be met and transferred to the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve for your stay at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge. Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge is a sanctuary symbolizing a new era in luxury South African safari lodges.
Deep in the African bushveld, within South Africa's famous Sabi Sand Reserve, “something enchanting lies in wait” - the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve. This award-winning private game reserve offers world-class standards in luxury accommodation, exceptionally close wildlife encounters, personal service and delicious cuisine. The reserve is home to the “Big Five” (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo), as well as cheetah, wild dog and hundreds of other species of animals, birds and plants indigenous to the area. Highly trained and experienced rangers and trackers ensure that your safari experience ranks amongst the best in the world. You can look forward to fantastic close-up experiences with Africa's wildlife on every game drive.
Overnight on a fully inclusive basis at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge.
DAY 7: SABI SANDS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Sculpted into a slope of the earth, Earth Lodge’s organic architecture awakens the senses with a masterful use of texture, space and light. Everywhere there is evidence of nature at work, with almost every facet of the lodge inspired by the surrounding environment. Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge has been described as the most environmentally sensitive lodge in Africa. Home to 13 ultra-luxurious suites, the lodge breaks with traditional bush lodge style to create a masterpiece of elegance, futuristic style and luxury. Each suite features a private pool, butler, en-suite glass-fronted bathroom, outdoor shower and specially commissioned furnishings. The indoor-outdoor dining area overlooks a waterhole and unspoiled bush, and the lodge has a library, underground wine cellar, Zen garden and Amani Spa.
The uninterrupted bush that stretches in front of Earth Lodge along with the Big Five and open Land Rover safari experiences draw guests back time and again.
Overnight on a fully inclusive basis at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge.
DAY 8: SABI SANDS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Another day in the African bush will be spent exploring more of the bushveld.
Overnight on a fully inclusive basis at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge.
DAY 9: DEPARTURE
After one last opportunity to track some elusive animal species and a hearty breakfast, transfer to the Skukuza airstrip for your flight to Johannesburg and onward connection to the U.S.A.
DAY 10: TRAVELING
Arrival in the United States at Washington Dulles Airport.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Round-trip Business Class air on South African Airways from Washington Dulles (IAD) Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport; Domestic Business Class air in South Africa as per the itinerary (Johannesburg - Cape Town - Skukuza - Johannesburg); Accommodation as per the itinerary; Most meals as per the itinerary (7 x breakfast, 3 x lunch, 3 x dinner); Scheduled Cape Peninsula Tour; All ground transfers as per the itinerary; All park fees and safari activities
EXCLUDES
Add on air from other US cities; Any meals or services not mentioned above; Entrance fees on Cape Peninsula tour to Kirstenbosch, Seal Island cruise; Any items of personal expense - i.e. drinks, telephone calls, laundry, etc; Gratuities for rangers / guides / drivers