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- Cape Town & Beyond - 6 Days
- Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
- 11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Package
- Garden Route, Safari & Winelands Wonder
- Journeys: Explore Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
- South Africa Highlights (Hermanus Itinerary)
- South Africa – Wildlife Conservation Experience
- South Africa: From the Cape to Kruger
- 5-Day Ultimate Kruger National Park Big 5 & Panorama Route Safari
- 3-Day Classic Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari
Cape Town & Beyond - 6 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour is well planned, itinerary is really great. I will highly recommend him.”
Emilio, traveled in December 2022
- Savour classic Asian cuisine with spicy oriental delicacies
- Fall in love with the mystical wonder of Cango Caves
- Keep your eyes peeled with Big Five safari game drives
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, L'Agulhas, Stellenbosch Age Range 1 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$958
Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Lodging choices were fantastic. Private reserve experience outstanding.”
Daniel, traveled in January 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 $4,199
25% Off- US$3,149You save $1,049
11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Package
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“From booking to accommodations, to transportation, to meals, and adventure, it was a phenomenal trip!”
Katherine, traveled in September 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
25% Off- US$1,680
Garden Route, Safari & Winelands Wonder
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent hotels and good driver. Everyone was very helpful with our luggage and catered to our needs.”
Garry, traveled in January 2020
- 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
25% Off- US$1,340
Journeys: Explore Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The experience was enhanced not only by the beautiful lodgings, delicious cuisine, expert drivers and trackers.”
Catherine, traveled in May 2024
- 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 $2,999
25% Off- US$2,249You save $749
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 $4,020
15% Off- US$3,410You save $610
- Explore Blyde River Canyon, the largest green canyon
- Track leopards with the Ingwe Leopard Research
- Meet anti-poaching dogs at Kruger's K-9 unit
Duration 10 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover Corps From
15% Off- US$4,395
South Africa: From the Cape to Kruger
44 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Easy to book direct online. Everything organised perfectly.”
Catherine, traveled in October 2023
- Ride the cable car up Table Mountain
- See penguins at Stony Point Nature Reserve
- Explore Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm
Duration 13 days Destinations Cape Town, Hermanus, Mossel Bay, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Port Elizabeth, Durban, Umhlanga, Hluhluwe, Kruger National ParkSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Cosmos From $3,379
3% Off- US$3,279+$433 upfront costsYou save $100
- Depart from Johannesburg to Kruger
- Explore Kruger on an afternoon game drive
- Enjoy full day game viewing in Skukuza
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 $981
10% Off- US$883You save $98
3-Day Classic Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent trip - can only recommend!”
Thomas, traveled in January 2020
- Depart from Johannesburg to Kruger
- Relax at a lodge before a safari drive
- Explore Kruger Park in an open-sided 4x4
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator The Mzansi Experience From $555
10% Off- US$500You save $55
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