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- The Big 5 in South Africa
- Kruger in Depth
- 11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Package
- Kruger Safari And The Panorama Route
- South Africa Highlights (Hermanus Itinerary)
- Journeys: Explore Cape Town & Kruger National Park National Geographic Journeys
- Garden Route, Safari & Winelands Wonder
- Kruger Lodge Experience
- Kruger Experience - Lodge (5 days)
- 5-Day Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari & Panorama Route Tour
The Big 5 in South Africa
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Everything is fantastical and well planned. Itinerary is good. Rest all is simply perfect.”
Pravin, traveled in August 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 $3,637
- US$3,492You save $145
- Price per day
- $349
Kruger in Depth
13 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
- US$1,699
- Price per day
- $212
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
- US$1,680
- Price per day
- $153
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
- US$755You save $180
- Price per day
- $126
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
- US$3,383You save $597
- Price per day
- $242
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
- US$4,199
- Price per day
- $420
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
- US$1,421
- Price per day
- $237
Kruger Lodge Experience
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The entire trip was well organized. Accommodation was ok with very friendly staff.”
Georg, traveled in October 2017
- Stay under starry skies meters away from wildlife.
- Relax in the evenings eating traditional foods.
- Listen to the nocturnal symphony of Kruger.
Duration 4 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From
- US$1,122
- Price per day
- $281
Kruger Experience - Lodge (5 days)
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The room was like stepping into a dream and I wish I could have taken that bed with me home!”
- Explore Kruger on a thrilling afternoon safari
- Spot the Big Five in their natural habitat
- Relax at a cozy lodge in Greater Kruger
Duration 5 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From
- US$1,447
- Price per day
- $289
5-Day Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari & Panorama Route Tour
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Each day we got to see so much and we were so lucky to get to see the Big 5! The food was generous and the staff were very friendly and accomodating.”
Sally, traveled in March 2024
- 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
- US$839
- Price per day
- $168
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