Overview
Take some free time for read more wine tasting or whale watching off the Cape. Things get even wilder on safari where you‘ll search for the “Big 5” (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo) and a host of wondrous wildlife, including rhino, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, and hyena – just to name a few. Toast your safari adventure with traditional sundowner drinks in the bush and luxurious safari accommodations waiting at day’s end.
9 Days
Cape Town
Johannesburg
Independent
4 - 4.5 Star
Premium
5-99 Years
Locally Guided
IQS1
Itinerary
Welcome to South Africa! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Start your private guided sightseeing with a cable-car ride up Table Mountain for stunning views over the “Mother City.” Nature calls during a your visit to Boulders Beach where a colony of endangered African Penguins greet you with their unique sound.
At Cape Point Nature Reserve, stop at the Cape of Good Hope for photos and memorable views where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Then on to Cape Point, for a funicular ride to the steps of the old lighthouse.
Enjoy lunch at a local seafront restaurant. On your return journey, skirt the rocky coastline as you ascend Chapman's Peak Drive, one of the most spectacular drives in the world.
Enjoy a full day at your leisure.
INSIDER PICKS - Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Perhaps explore the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, take an excursion to the stunning Cape Winelands for wine tasting, or go whale watching in nearby Hermanus (June-December)
Fly to the Greater Kruger National Park area and transfer to your lodge in a private game reserve, home to an abundance of wildlife including the famed “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo.
Set out on your first game drive this afternoon with a skilled tracker and professional Ranger who share fascinating facts about this wildlife paradise, while helping to spot the majestic creatures who call the area home.
Your visit here contributes to Endangered Wildlife Trust's Conservation Canine Project, aimed at training dogs to patrol, detect and track poachers and to the Lion Recovery Fund who works towards the rehabilitation of Lions and their habitats.
After early morning coffee or tea, learn about this special ecosystem as you view wildlife up close on morning and afternoon game drives. Beyond the “Big 5,” you'll have the chance to see kudu, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, bushbaby, and more! .
Embark on your morning game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast. Enjoy free time at the resort for a swim or siesta before your afternoon game drive concludes with a sundowner drink as the sun sets over the bushveld! .
INSIDER PICKS - Take advantage of the lodge pool, relax with a book, or enjoy a drink at the bar.
Enjoy one last game drive this morning before flying to Johannesburg.
INSIDER PICKS - Settle in to your hotel or explore Mandela Square with it's shops and restaurants.
Today's private guided sightseeing tour starts with a visit to the Apartheid Museum to learn of the history of South Africa before delving into the apartheid years.
In Soweto (South Western Township), the largest township in the country, visit Mandela House and see the neighborhood that was home to Nobel Peace Prize winners Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before transferring back to your hotel for time at leisure.
Please note: The Apartheid Museum is not open on Monday or Tuesday. A visit to Constitution Hill Museum will be provided in its place.
Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.
Trip Inclusions
- Private guided sightseeing in Cape Town includes a stroll along the Grand Parade past the landmarks of St. George's Cathedral, Parliament, and Table Mountain
- View the endangered Africa penguins at Boulders Beach
- Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve and ride the funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse
- 6 game drives, nightly Sundowners, and an astronomy stargazing experience in the greater Kruger area
- Private sightseeing in Johannesburg includes the Apartheid Museum, a walk with a Local Guide through Soweto, the Mandela House
- 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle, limited to just 9 guests and equipped with an open roof for unfettered game viewing
- Hand selected hotels and safari lodge
- All internal flights!
- Breakfast daily; 4 lunches; 3 dinners
- Cape Town: Southern Sun The Cullinan (Superior First-Class):
Southern Sun The Cullinan offers travelers easy access to all that Cape Town has to offer including the popular Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Complementing the rich, cultural heritage of Cape Town through timeless architecture, the opulent décor creates a mood that is a world away from home, while service and attention to detail ensure your every need is taken care of. - Kruger National Park Area: Makalali River Lodge (Superior First-Class):
The lodge consists of three separate camps all withing easy access of one another. Each Thatched Suite has a raised timber viewing deck to offer spectacular views over the Makhutswi River from which to observe the bird life and game. The lodge also features a plunge pool, indoor and outdoor dining, and a spacious lounge. - Johannesburg: Sandton Sun & Towers (Moderate Deluxe):
Built in 1984, the hotel is every inch a grand property, offering guests the ultimate "red carpet experience". This is punctuated by staff who strive to provide superb VIP treatment for all who pass through the doors. Situated in Sandton, the heart of Johannesburg's new Central Business District, guests are perfectly located within easy reach of the city's finest entertainment and leisure amenities.
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- For approximately one month each year (typically late July to August), Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed for annual maintenance. In these instances, a private tour of Kirstenbosch National Garden will be included in its place.
- All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel.
- Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
- Though you are traveling on an Independent vacation, some services may be shared with other travelers.
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