This road trip adventure combines some of South Africa's most famous regions, Cape Town, The Panorama Route, and the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, where spectacular scenery and incredible wildlife viewing are par for the course. Begin with 4 nights in Cape Town, at Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, the perfect base for your explorations from Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront to the city's beautiful beaches and fascinating Robben Island.
Then fly to the Mpumalanga Province for a chance to explore one of South Africa’s most beautiful drives, the Panorama Route, offering incredible scenery including the magnificent Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and God’s Window. Conclude with a stay Kirkmans Kamp in the private Sabi Sands Reserve bordering the Kruger National. Explore the park with the knowledgeable guides and trackers in search of the Big 5 and other fascinating wildlife. Here you will get up-close wildlife sightings with limited vehicle numbers. It is also possible to venture ‘off road’ to further enhance your game viewing experience.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
4 nights - Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa
2 nights - Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge, Panorama Route, South Africa
4 nights - Kirkman's Kamp, Sabi Sands, South Africa
Ends - Transfer to Johannesburg OR Tambo International for your international flight home
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South Africa
10 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
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Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
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Accommodation as specified
Meals as specified
All scheduled safari activities at Kirkmans Kamp
Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
National Parks and conservation entry fees
Beverages (excluding premium brands) at Kirkmans Kamp
Car Hire in Cape Town in a Group C car (Toyota Corolla or similar)
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
Beverages with the exception of Kirkmans Kamp
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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
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
White Water Rafting
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kids Bushcraft
Photographic Safari
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.
Wild Dog
Zebra
Wildebeest
White Rhino
Spotted Hyena
Rock Hyrax
Orca
Lion
Leopard
Humpback Whale
Great White Shark
Elephant
Crocodile
Cheetah
Cape Fur Seal
Buffalo
Baboon
Giraffe
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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South Africa
10 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
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
White Water Rafting
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kids Bushcraft
Photographic Safari
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
