For those who love a road trip. Discover South Africa's spectacular scenery, iconic tourist attractions, and luxurious accommodation. Cape Town first. Whilst staying at your boutique guesthouse Kensington Place, you will get out and about in the car exploring the city's many famous sights from Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront to the penguins at Boulder's Beach. Then take a slow drive through the gastronomic route that is the Cape Winelands.
Staying at the exquisite Boschendal Wine Estate you can enjoy their picnics and or go wine tasting on the famous Franschhoek Wine Tram. Then fly to the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga Province for a chance to catch some of the most beautiful scenery in Africa including the Blyde River Canyon. End on a high with a Big 5-safari at Kambaku River Lodge in the Timbavati Private Reserve bordering the Kruger Park.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - Kensington Place, Cape Town, South Africa
2 nights - Boschendal, Winelands, South Africa
2 nights - Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge, Panorama Route, South Africa
4 nights - Kambaku River Sands, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, South Africa
Ends - Transfer to Johannesburg OR Tambo International for your international flight home
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South Africa
12 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
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Includes flights from JFK
Highlights
At-your-own pace road-trip adventure
See South Africas most iconic tourist attractions
A Big 5 Safari in the Kruger Park
Gourmet picnics with the Capes finest wine
Panoramic views and scenic waterfalls of the Blyde River Canyon
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Meals as specified
Car hire, group B car (Toyota Starlet 5dr or similar) including full cover, unlimited km and taxes
National Parks and conservation entry fees
Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
Community projects contribution with Uthando
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Gratuities
Personal travel insurance
Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
Visas and visa fees where relevant
Petrol
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ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
White Water Rafting
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
Rock Hyrax
Orca
Humpback Whale
Great White Shark
Cape Fur Seal
Baboon
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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South Africa
12 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
Includes flights from JFK
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
White Water Rafting
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kids Club
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
