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Experience the Best of South Africa Tour, a scheduled tour combining world-class safari game viewing and Cape Town. Spot the ‘Big 5’ in a world-renowned private game reserve and appreciate the awe-inspiring sights of the Panorama Route and Cape Peninsula. Savour local cuisine and cherish true hospitality.
Your tour starts with a visit to Constitution Hill and the historic Liliesleaf Farm as well as an orientation tour of Pretoria before we make out way to Mpumalanga for an exciting safari tour passing through Kruger and a private game reserve. We also take you on a scenic journey on the Panoramic Route visiting the Blyde River Canyon, the Three Rondavels God’s Window, Lisbon Falls, and the Pinnacle for extraordinary views the region.
Next, you will make our way down to Cape Town, 'the mother city', to enjoy free time in South Africa's most beautiful province. Tours and excursions in Cape town are optional and can be added to your trip (various guide tours on offer).
This tour is an extended version of the Wild & Scenic Kruger Tour and is also available as a private tour.
*This tour departs on selected Saturdays
Departure: Johannesburg at 07h00 (Rosebank, Sandton Hotels)
*Pick up from the airport by arrangement.
Highlights of the Best of South Africa Tour:
- Johannesburg and Soweto sights
- ‘Big 5’ 5-star private game reserve
- Kruger National Park game viewing
- Tick off the Panorama Route sights
- Cape Town sights
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Summary
8 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners
9 Days / 7 Nights
South Africa
Day 1 - Arrival in Johannesburg
On arrival, guests are met and transferred to the hotel. After lunch (own account) guests visit Constitution Hill and the historical Liliesleaf Farm, recognised as one of South Africa’s leading heritage sites. Return to the hotel and enjoy time at leisure before dinner at the hotel (own account).
Overnight at The Capital on Bath or similar
Day 2 Johannesburg to White River via Pretoria (B, D)
After breakfast, the tour departs to White River by way of Pretoria. In Pretoria, guests are taken on an orientation tour, a trip to the Voortrekker Monument, and then to the Union Buildings, where they can enjoy the views and have a photo opportunity at the Nelson Mandela statue. Lunch is enjoyed en route (own account) before arriving at the hotel and enjoying dinner.
Overnight at Country Boutique Hotel or similar
Day 3 White River to Hazyview via Kruger National Park (B, D)
Guests wake up early and receive a breakfast pack to enjoy en route to the iconic Kruger National Park for a full day’s game viewing in a closed vehicle. The park boasts one of the largest and most successful conservation schemes in the world, and the diversity of fauna and flora promise an unforgettable bushveld experience.
The tour stops for lunch in the park (own account) and then later, exits at the Paul Kruger Gate to head to the hotel for dinner.
Overnight at Protea Hotel by Marriott Kruger Gate or similar
Day 4 Hazyview to Hoedspruit via Panoramic Route (B, D)
After an early breakfast, guests head to one of Mpumalanga’s most magnificent topographical attractions: the Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondavels. The Panorama Route affords guests memorable views of the more significant sites in this area including God’s Window, Lisbon Falls, and the Pinnacle. Once at the lodge, guests enjoy high tea before heading off for an afternoon game
drive in an open safari vehicle, then return to the lodge for dinner.
Overnight at Makalali Main Lodge or similar
Included - 2 game activities.
Day 5 Hoedspruit to Johannesburg (B)
Guests go for an early morning game drive in an open safari vehicle and then head back to the lodge for breakfast. The tour then returns to Johannesburg, via the charming town of Dullstroom, where guests can stop for lunch (own account) and take a short walk through the town (time permitting). Guests arrive in Johannesburg in time for an early evening flight to Cape Town.
Guests are transferred from Cape Town International Airport to the boutique hotel. Dinner is enjoyed at the hotel (own account).
Overnight at La Splendida Hotel or similar – Breakfast.
Excluded from the tour rate:
Flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town.
This flight can be included in your tour - please contact us for a fare to be added to the tour rate.
Day 6-7 Two Full Days at Leisure in Cape Town (B)
Cape Town boasts a smorgasbord of delights, including an impressive mountain range, inviting nightlife, extensive shopping venues, world-class art, and cultural events. Guests have the opportunity to explore Cape Town and surround on their own, or select guided day tours to gain insight from local tour guides whilst experiencing the Cape in the most efficient way with total peace of mind.
Be guided on a Cape Point full-day tour (own account) including Cape Point, Boulder’s Beach (entrance fee for own account) and Kirstenbosch Gardens, Winelands full-day tour (own account) or Cape Highlights full-day tour (own account) which includes a visit to Cape Point, a wine tasting and city sights.
Or select a My Cape Town flexible private full-day tour (own account) to explore areas further from the city with a limit of 300km (or 9 hours) with a private tour guide and vehicle.
Dinner is savored at a V&A Waterfront restaurant or at the hotel (own account).
Overnight at La Splendida Hotel or similar
Day 8 Day of Departure
Guests enjoy breakfast at the hotel before spending the last day of the tour at leisure. Guests can book Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and enjoy the revolving cable car ride up the mountain (own account and weather permitting). Table Mountain is a unique conservation area and affords its visitors the best views of Cape Town. Guests are transferred to Cape Town International Airport.
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| 01 Jan 2021 - 31 Oct 2022 |
R 26,760 pp sharing R 35,640 pp sharing |
US$ 1,784 pp sharing US$ 2,376 pp single |
€ 1,574 pp sharing € 2,097 pp single |
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| Rates in South African Rand are fixed. Rates in US$ and Euro are subject to exchange rates. Private Tours available on request This tour departs on selected Saturdays The tour is available in English, German & French Child Policy: Children under 7 years are not allowed. Children (7-11yrs) qualify for a 50% reduction off the per person sharing rate, subject to sharing the same room with two full paying adults. Only one child is permitted per 2 adults sharing and subject to availability at properties. |
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| 2022 Departures Dates |
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| German | English | French | |
| January | 8 | 1, 15, 29 | 22 |
| February | 5, 19 | 12 | 26 |
| March | 5, 19 | 26 | 12 |
| April | 2, 16, 30 | 23 | 9 |
| May | 14, 28 | 7 | 21 |
| June | 25 | 4, 18 | 11 |
| July | 9 | 2, 16, 30 | 23 |
| August | 6 | 13, 27 | 20 |
| September | 3, 17 | 10 | 24 |
| October | 1, 15, 29 | 8 | 22 |
