Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 10 Day Signature: South Africa from Cape Town to Kruger. Discover South Africa in style on this 10-day journey from Cape Town to Kruger. Immerse yourself in vibrant cultures, iconic landscapes, and wildlife safaris with Endangered Wildlife Trust conservationists. Enjoy stunning lodges, in-depth experiences—like visiting the !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre to learn about San history through storytelling—and unforgettable memories that blend adventure, comfort, and conservation.
Trip Length
10 Days
Trip Starts
Cape Town
Trip Ends
Johannesburg
Departures
Jan 2027 to Dec 2027
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
National Geographic Signature
Accommodation
4.5 - 5 Star
Budget
Premium
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
22
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
DSCJNS
Itinerary
Welcome to South Africa. Your expedition begins at the airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel near the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where the hum of the city meets the crash of the Atlantic. Take the evening to settle in, stretching your legs along the harbour promenade or simply admiring the silhouette of Table Mountain rising above the city lights as you prepare for the experience ahead.
Accommodation:
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG
Included Experiences
- Arrival Day: The adventure begins tomorrow. Feel free to explore on your own before your welcome meeting on the morning of day two. Check for the meeting time in the welcome note at the hotel.
- Arrival Transfer: You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Meet your fellow travellers and National Geographic Expedition Leader to begin the adventure. Travel along the windswept west coast to the !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. Here, step into the origins of humankind, connecting with San culture through the rhythm of traditional storytelling and the taste of indigenous foods. Continue inland to the rolling vineyards of Groote Post Wine Estate in the Darling Hills to sip award-winning vintages and meet acclaimed winemaker Lukas Wentzel. Return to the hotel for a welcome dinner, reflecting on the landscapes and flavours of your first full day.
Accommodation:
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group: Your opportunity to meet your Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group on the morning of day two.
- !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre: The San people of Southern Africa have historically faced centuries of political and cultural oppression. The !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre provides tailor-made training for young San women and men of Southern Africa. Travellers learn about San culture and history at the interpretive museum. Visits help trainees gain experience with international clients while garnering support for the centre's efforts to preserve San culture and history.
- !Khwa ttu San Cultural Experience: The San people of Southern Africa have historically faced centuries of political and cultural oppression. The !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre provides tailor-made training for young San women and men of Southern Africa. The guides come from a diverse range of San communities, each with their own language and story. You will discover some of the qualities that enabled San to survive, and thrive, for centuries during your unique storytelling visit. Topics covered are First people, origins of mankind, food from the Ancestors, and storytelling through generations.
- Groote Post Wine Estate Private Tasting: Groote Post is a historic, family-owned wine estate located in the scenic Darling Hills along South Africa’s West Coast. Once a thriving 18th-century farm, it has grown into a celebrated producer of premium wines while preserving its deep agricultural roots. Winemaker, Lukas Wentzel—recognized as one of South Africa's top winemakers—will lead your private tasting of a few premium selected wines that are not available to the general public.
Ascend Table Mountain via the Aerial Cableway, watching the city shrink below as you reach the summit for panoramic views of Table Bay and Robben Island. Descend to the vibrant streets of Bo-Kaap for an interactive Cape Malay cooking class, filling the air with the scent of fragrant curries and freshly made roti. Tour the area and visit the District Six Museum to understand the scars of Apartheid. Back at the hotel, join Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s former guard, for an intimate discussion on his time at Victor Verster Prison. End the day immersed in the beat of African drums and diverse flavours at Gold restaurant.
Accommodation:
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Table Mountain Visit via the Cable Car: Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, 1,085m (3,562ft) above Cape Town, and explore the summit. This is a great spot to sit and soak up the commanding 360-degree views of Cape Town, Table Bay, the peaks of surrounding mountains, and the rest of Table Mountain National Park. Once at the top, take your time to enjoy the expansive vistas, explore walking trails, or simply relax and take in the mountain's serene ambience.
- Interactive Cape Malay Cooking Class & Neighbourhood Walk: Travel to Lekka Kombuis for an interactive Cape Malay Cooking Class where the group will learn how to make a traditional curry, how to fold samosas, chilli bites, and rotis. Meet your host in the intimate embrace of a warm, homie setting which celebrates the traditional values of the Cape Malay culture. Everything will be made from scratch. After lunch embark on a short walking tour of the Bo-Kaap to uncover more of the history of the area and its colorful houses.
- National Geographic Expert Talk by Christo Brand: Join Christo Brand, a former prison guard at the Victor Verster prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last 14 months of his imprisonment, for a talk on Apartheid and listen to some of the fascinating stories he has to share.
- Gold Restaurant Dinner: End the day with an immersive African Dining Experience at Gold restaurant where the diverse flavours of Africa can be celebrated alongside an interactive drumming experience to feel the rhythms of the nation.
- Guided Visit of District Six Museum: Experience an immersive look at how apartheid shaped the South African identity throughout the 20th Century.
Set out on a scenic drive along the Cape Peninsula, where rugged cliffs drop into the swirling ocean. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope before winding along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak to Cape Point. Take the Flying Dutchman Funicular to the lighthouse for sweeping views of the coastline where two oceans meet. After lunch, visit Boulders Beach to walk the raised boardwalks above the granite coves, observing endangered African penguins waddling in the surf. Return to the hotel and enjoy a free evening to explore Cape Town’s vibrant culinary scene.
Accommodation:
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
- Boulders Penguin Colony Visitor Center: Visit Boulders Penguin Colony Visitor Center where you’ll learn about the endangered African penguins of Boulders Beach while observing them from a raised boardwalk above their natural habitat.
- Free Time: Enjoy a free evening to yourself back at the hotel. Ask your National Geographic Expedition leader if they have any dinner recommendations in the area.
- Cape Peninsula Day Tour: Enjoy a tour of the Cape Peninsula. Along the scenic drive stop for views found on the Cape of Good Hope. Arrive to Cape Point via Chapman's Peak Drive. Once here, board the Flying Dutchman Funicular to take in the views of the turbulent seascape that has impacted the lives and legends of seafarers for centuries. It's the perfect way to fully appreciate the landscape and its long history.
Catch a flight to Johannesburg and head directly to the Apartheid Museum, the world’s premier institution exploring South Africa’s 20th-century history. On a guided tour, walk through exhibitions that lay bare the institutionalised segregation of the Apartheid era, gaining a profound understanding through moving personal narratives and historical artifacts. Transfer to your hotel to check in and refresh. In the evening, enjoy a dinner in Johannesburg with your group, where you will be joined by fellow travelers arriving for the safari chapter of our expedition.
Accommodation:
The Leonardo Hotel
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Plane: Sit back and enjoy the views from above on a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg.
- Private, Guided Tour of the Apartheid Museum: The Apartheid Museum is a museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, that chronicles the history of apartheid from its rise in 1948 to its fall in 1994, showcasing the struggle against racial segregation and the transition to a democratic society through exhibits like photographs, artifacts, and personal stories. It is considered a leading institution for understanding 20th-century South Africa and features immersive exhibits, including separate "White" and "Non-white" entrances that reflect the country's past segregation. It is a significant cultural and educational destination, considered the preeminent institution for studying South Africa's apartheid history. There will be refreshments and a light lunch before your guided, private tour.
Visit the Nelson Mandela Foundation for a tour of Madiba’s post-presidential office, a quiet space filled with the history of his legacy. In South Africa, Madiba is an affectionate and respectful name for Mandela, originating from his Xhosa clan name, and symbolizing deep admiration of his legacy. Later, fly to the Greater Kruger area and settle in at your safari lodge. This afternoon, meet a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and learn about their vital work protecting cheetahs and wild dogs, and supporting local communities. Afterward, head off on your first safari drive in the private reserve with the researcher, scanning the bush for Africa's famed ‘big five’ as the sun begins to lower.
Accommodation:
Thornybush Game Lodge
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Private Tour & Talk at the Nelson Mandela Foundation: The Nelson Mandela Foundation is a non-profit organisation focused on memory, dialogue and legacy work, founded by Nelson Mandela in 1999. The Nelson Mandela Foundation’s research and archive aims to generate an integrated and dynamic resource on the life and times of Nelson Mandela. Enjoy a private, guided tour of the foundation and gain a deeper understanding of the ripple effects spanning from Mandela's life and legacy.
- Plane: Sit back and enjoy the views from above on a short flight between Johannesburg and Hoedspruit.
- National Geographic Expert Presentation by Derek Van Der Merwe: Enjoy a National Geographic Expert-led talk given by Derek Van Der Merwe, part of the Endangered Wildlife Trust's (EWT) Carnivore Conservation Program. He will give a short presentation on The Big Cat Project and conservation work that has surpassed 50 years and is still going.
- Afternoon Safari Drive With Conservationist: Embark on an afternoon safari drive with an Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) conservationist. Search for all different kinds of wildlife in the area and learn more about their daily habits and environment.
- Free Time: Take advantage of free time this afternoon to get settled and enjoy amenities at the lodge.
Rise early for a wildlife safari drive, spotting lions, elephants, and other famous species in the soft, golden light of dawn—the prime time for viewing. Return to the lodge for a hot breakfast and leisure time to relax on the deck, listening to the sounds of the bush. This afternoon, during high tea, join a talk to gain deeper insight into local conservation efforts and the area's intricate ecosystems. After an afternoon safari tracking wildlife through the reserve, return to the lodge to refresh before gathering for dinner, sharing stories from an unforgettable day in the bush.
Accommodation:
Thornybush Game Lodge
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Early Morning Safari Drive in Private Wildlife Reserve: Rise early this morning for a safari drive in Thornybush's private reserve. This is one of the oldest lodges in the safari industry and one of the first commercial camps in South Africa. The nature reserve is now a world renowned wildlife-viewing destination in the Greater Kruger Park area. Keep your eyes peeled as the day sheds its golden light across the landscape and your guide points out must-see sites along the way.
- Free Time: Enjoy free time back at the lodge after your morning safari drive. Relax onsite and take advantage of the property's amenities. There will be the option to join a guided walking safari with an expert tracker should you choose. The group will reconvene in the afternoon for high tea and an expert-led discussion.
- Afternoon Safari Drive in Private Nature Reserve: Spend three hours out on a safari drive in the lodge's private nature reserve. Be on the lookout for the famed "Big Five" and simply enjoy the beauty of your surroundings.
Begin with a morning safari drive in the reserve, returning for breakfast before checking out. Travel to Hazyview for a stop at the Shabalala Interpretation of Culture Centre, an immersive experience of traditional dress, rhythmic dance, and local cuisine. Continue to your lodge, a restored train permanently suspended on a historic bridge over the Sabie River—a vantage point like no other. Check in and refresh before high tea and a talk on local wildlife. Afterward, embark on a safari drive in Kruger National Park—South Africa's largest wildlife sanctuary—returning to the lodge for dinner above the river.
Accommodation:
Kruger Shalati - The Train on the Bridge
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Afternoon Wildlife Safari Drive Kruger National Park: Head out into the stunning beauty of Kruger National Park on an afternoon safari drive and try your hand at spotting the legendary "Big Five."
- Early Morning Safari Drive in Private Wildlife Reserve: Rise early this morning for a safari drive in Thornybush's private reserve. This is one of the oldest lodges in the safari industry and one of the first commercial camps in South Africa. The nature reserve is now a world renowned wildlife-viewing destination in the Greater Kruger Park area. Keep your eyes peeled as the day sheds its golden light across the landscape and your guide points out must-see sites along the way.
- Shabalala Interpretation of Culture Centre Visit: Enjoy a visit to the Shabalala Interpretation of Culture Centre in Hazyview. The centre offers a unique experience into traditional African dance. This form of self expression is not only a statement of art, but of grace and culture. Learn more about the traditions and customs of the Swati people and get lost in the storytelling of these ancient songs.
Spend the day on morning and afternoon safari drives, scanning the bush for lions, elephants, leopards, and other iconic wildlife moving through the vast Kruger landscape. Return to the lodge for meals and free time to relax, perhaps watching hippo or buffalo in the river below from the train bridge. During high tea, join a talk on conservation and local ecosystems. After your afternoon drive, gather for a dedicated bush dining experience, sharing stories of your African adventure under a canopy of stars—a fitting conclusion to your time in the wilderness.
Accommodation:
Kruger Shalati - The Train on the Bridge
Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
- Morning Safari Drive in Sabi Sands Private Reserve: Set off on an early morning safari drive in the southern section of Kruger National Park. Catch a glimpse of predators on the move and grazing wildlife along the Sabie River. Pass through the varied landscapes east and west of Skukuza, including a riverine forest, mixed woodland, and open grassland.
- Free Time: Enjoy free time back at the lodge after your morning safari drive. Relax onsite and take advantage of the property's amenities. The group will reconvene in the afternoon for high tea and an expert-led discussion before an afternoon safari drive.
- Afternoon Safari Drive in Sabi Sands Private Reserve: Enjoy an afternoon safari drive back into the southern section of Kruger National Park. Search for wildlife, listen as your Endangered Wildlife Trust Conservationist regales you with knowledge of the landscape and animal kingdom within it.
Enjoy breakfast and depart the lodge in Kruger National Park this morning for the airport. Fly to Johannesburg where our expedition to Southern Africa concludes.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Plane: Sit back and enjoy the views from above on a short flight between the Kruger National Park area to Johannesburg.
Trip Inclusions
- Connect with the San people through immersive history storytelling and traditional food.
- Sip award-winning vintages and meet one of South Africa’s top winemakers in the Darling Hills.
- Join Nelson Mandela’s former guard Christo Brand for an intimate discussion on his time at Victor Verster Prison.
- Sleep suspended over the Sabie River in a restored train carriage at Kruger Shalati.
- Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
- Your G for Good Moment: Shabalala Interpretation of Culture Centre Visit, Hazyview
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Cape Town
- Signature Moment: !Khwa ttu San Cultural Experience, Yzerfontein
- Your Foodie Moment: Interactive Cape Malay Cooking Class & Neighbourhood Walk, Cape Town
- Signature Moment: Private Tour & Talk at the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Johannesburg
- Arrival transfer
- Private wine tasting at Groote Post Wine Estate
- Table Mountain Aerial Cableway ride to the summit
- Walking tour of the Bo-Kaap Neighbourhood
- Guided visit to District Six Museum
- African Dining Experience at Gold restaurant
- Guided visit of Cape of Good Hope with a ride on the Flying Dutchman Funicular
- Visit to the Boulders Penguin Colony Visitor Center
- Internal flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg
- Private guided tour of the Apartheid Museum
- Internal flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit
- Afternoon safari drive with an EWT conservationist in the Greater Kruger Area
- Morning and afternoon safari drives in the Thornybush Private Game Reserve
- Kruger National Park Safari Drives
- Internal flight between Kruger and Johannesburg
- Departure transfer
- Engaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout
- Porterage at hotels and when getting on and off of vehicles
- Tips are included for all activities, meals and porterage, except for your Expedition Leader
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private vehicle, 4x4 safari vehicle, plane, walking
- National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout
- Hotel (5 Nights), Lodge (4 Nights)
- 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
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On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
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With world-class service, thoughtfully curated inclusions, and unforgettable Signature Moments throughout, these journeys are designed for travelers who seek refined luxury without losing a sense of purpose or discovery.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Saturday
16 Jan 2027
16 Jan 27
Cape Town
Monday
25 Jan 2027
25 Jan 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
30 Jan 2027
30 Jan 27
Cape Town
Monday
08 Feb 2027
08 Feb 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
13 Mar 2027
13 Mar 27
Cape Town
Monday
22 Mar 2027
22 Mar 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
17 Apr 2027
17 Apr 27
Cape Town
Monday
26 Apr 2027
26 Apr 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
22 May 2027
22 May 27
Cape Town
Monday
31 May 2027
31 May 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Saturday
05 Jun 2027
05 Jun 27
Cape Town
Monday
14 Jun 2027
14 Jun 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
03 Jul 2027
03 Jul 27
Cape Town
Monday
12 Jul 2027
12 Jul 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,499
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
14 Aug 2027
14 Aug 27
Cape Town
Monday
23 Aug 2027
23 Aug 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
28 Aug 2027
28 Aug 27
Cape Town
Monday
06 Sep 2027
06 Sep 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
02 Oct 2027
02 Oct 27
Cape Town
Monday
11 Oct 2027
11 Oct 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
06 Nov 2027
06 Nov 27
Cape Town
Monday
15 Nov 2027
15 Nov 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Saturday
04 Dec 2027
04 Dec 27
Cape Town
Monday
13 Dec 2027
13 Dec 27
Johannesburg
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$12,999
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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