South Africa holidays, Johannesburg to the Cape
| country: | South Africa |
| location: | Kruger National Park, Western Cape |
| trip type: | A small group adventure |
| departures: | 2008: 31 Jul, 21 Aug, 18 Sep, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 27 Nov, 25 Dec |
| price: | From £1569 - £1899 (19 days) including flights from the UK, from £799 excluding flights. Local payment R1600 |
| late availability: | Late availability on 31st July departures. Special offer: Free insurance on late availability departures |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
South Africa and Swaziland make up a beautiful region of Africa and there are few better places to see Africa’s wildlife. Kruger National Park is one of the greatest natural sanctuaries in the world and home to elephant, buffalo and lion to name only a few. From Swaziland where you stop to savour the vibrant markets and colourful culture, you continue to Mkuzi, famed for its black rhino, before heading inland for some excellent walks in the remote and rugged Drakensberg Mountains. After a spell on the isolated and spectacular Wild Coast and a visit to Addo Elephant Park you take time out to walk and bathe in the waterfalls of Tsitsikamma National Park, while in the heart of Stellenbosch’s wine-growing valleys you enjoy a different kind of liquid refreshment!
Finally you reach the lively city of Cape Town itself, where mountain, sea, history and climate have conspired to make this one of the world’s most beautiful cities.
Finally you reach the lively city of Cape Town itself, where mountain, sea, history and climate have conspired to make this one of the world’s most beautiful cities.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Flight to Johannesburg |
| Day 2: | Mpumalanga; Pilgrim’s Rest |
| Day 3-5: | Kruger NP; Malolotja Reserve |
| Day 6-7: | Mkuzi Game Reserve; Zululand |
| Day 8-9: | Drakensberg Mountains; walks |
| Day 10-11: | Wild Coast; beach and walks |
| Day 12: | Addo Elephant NP |
| Day 13-14: | Tsitsikamma NP. Storms River gorge & visit Knynsa |
| Day 15: | Klein Karoo; Ostriches & caves |
| Day 16-18: | Stellenbosch, Cape Town |
| Day 19: | Fly to London |
travellers' tales
I think every single day was exciting as we travelled to so many places: it was several holidays into one! But if we need one highlight it would be the night game drive in the Kruger Park when we saw all big 5 that evening! (more)
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places.how this holiday makes a difference
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We visit an authentic Zulu village and foster a better relationship between community and NP using local guides etc. We travel in small groups to minimise our impact, and pay NP fees.
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