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- The Big 5 in South Africa
- Kruger in Depth
- Kruger Safari And The Panorama Route
- Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
- South Africa Highlights (Hermanus Itinerary)
- 3 day Kruger Safari Bush Escape
- 11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Package
- Garden Route, Safari & Winelands Wonder
- 5-Day Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari & Panorama Route Tour
- Journeys: Explore Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
The Big 5 in South Africa
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organized and good itinerary. The support was excellent when needed.”
Antony, traveled in November 2024
- Explore Johannesburg's rich history and culture
- Experience game drives in Mabula Game Reserve
- Tour the Cango Caves and meet ostriches in Oudtshoorn
Duration 10 days Destinations Johannesburg, Mabula, George, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Franschhoek, Cape Town Age Range 2 to 89 year olds Operated in English Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $3,541
4% Off- US$3,400You save $141
Kruger in Depth
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fantastic itinerary, great guide and met some amazing people.”
Philip, traveled in February 2023
- Enjoy a traditional South African Braai
- Explore Kruger on a full-day safari drive
- Walk through the bush for wildlife encounters
Duration 8 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From
4% Off- US$1,699
Kruger Safari And The Panorama Route
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I feel so lucky to have seen and experienced all that I saw on this trip.”
Karen, traveled in September 2019
- Enjoy three full days in the Kruger National Park and spot the 'Big 5'
- Options for half-day or full-day game drives
- Discover the stunning scenery of the Panorama Route
Duration 6 days Destinations Johannesburg, Mbombela, Kruger National Park, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve Age Range 10 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Expat Explore Travel From $935
27% Off- US$680You save $255
Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was one of the best ever trips I did before.”
Roni, traveled in February 2020
- Explore Cape Town and Bo-Kaap's vibrant streets
- Tour Kirstenbosch and see the Cape of Good Hope
- Experience a full-day safari in Kruger National Park
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Johannesburg, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park, Karongwe Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From $4,449
25% Off- US$3,337You save $1,112
South Africa Highlights (Hermanus Itinerary)
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We especially enjoyed the added hikes to see things 'on the ground'. Cape Town was also a fun place to visit.”
Pamela, traveled in November 2023
- Explore vibrant Soweto by tuk tuk
- Spot the Big 5 in Kruger National Park
- Walk Tsitsikamma's suspension bridges
Duration 14 days Destinations Johannesburg, Soweto, Kruger National Park, Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Hermanus, Betty's Bay, Stellenbosch, Cape Town Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! From $3,980
15% Off- US$3,383You save $597
3 day Kruger Safari Bush Escape
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“You get to see SO much of South Africa- from mountains to coastline, historical sites, etc.”
Stefani, traveled in November 2018
- Experience the beauty of nature in Kruger National Park
- Search for members of the Big Five on safari in Kruger National Park.
- Overnight in basic African-inspired hut accommodation inside Kruger National Park
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Hotspots2c From
15% Off- US$605
11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Package
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Western Cape was surprisingly charming, and the highlight of the trip was undoubtedly the various safaris.”
Alexander, traveled in April 2024
- See the Cape Point Lighthouse
- Go shark cage diving in Cape Town
- See the animals of the Garden Route
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Simon's Town, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Cape Xtreme From
15% Off- US$1,680
Garden Route, Safari & Winelands Wonder
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a wonderful trip, enjoyed every minute of it.”
Edith, traveled in February 2019
- Explore Montagu, a picturesque spa town
- Tour the Cango Caves' spectacular caverns
- Dine on ostrich specialties in Oudtshoorn
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Montagu, Barrydale, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Albertinia, Swellendam, Hermanus, Stellenbosch Age Range 8 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Cullinan Guided Journeys From
15% Off- US$1,379
5-Day Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari & Panorama Route Tour
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The lodge is beautiful and the people are wonderful.”
Cindy, traveled in August 2023
- Witness the circle of life in action on the African plains
- Get up close to some of Africa’s most stealthy predators
- Venture out to remote areas of Kruger National Park
Duration 5 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Graskop Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator The Mzansi Experience From
15% Off- US$839
Journeys: Explore Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fantastic group of people on the tour with great accommodation and activities.”
Julian, traveled in September 2019
- Explore Johannesburg at your leisure
- Drive the scenic Panorama Route
- Experience a full-day Kruger safari
Duration 7 days Destinations Johannesburg, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park, Karongwe Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures From $3,299
25% Off- US$2,474You save $824
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