From Cape Town: The great 12-Day Tour to Johannesburg

This 12-day guided tour through South Africa starts in Cape Town and ends in Johannesburg, ideal for wildlife, culture, and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Visit the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas and take photos
• Enjoy wine tasting at Benguela Cove in Hermanus
• See the Big 5 on safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve and Kruger National Park
• Explore the Garden Route and visit the Knysna Heads
• Visit Nelson Mandela’s birthplace in Mvezo and the Mthatha Museum

Description

Embark on a 12-day adventure across South Africa’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture. Start in Cape Town, then visit Betty’s Bay to observe African penguins, followed by whale watching in Hermanus. Experience wine tasting at Benguela Cove and explore Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of Africa.

On day two, visit Swellendam, enjoy a safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve, and spend the evening in Mossel Bay. Continue along the Garden Route, exploring Wilderness and the Knysna Heads, taking a sunset cruise on Knysna Lagoon, and staying overnight in Knysna.

Day four includes hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve and relaxing on Plettenberg Bay’s beaches. Day five offers an optional bungee jump at Bloukrans Bridge (own expense), followed by a tour of Port Elizabeth. The tour proceeds with visits to Port Alfred and East London, including an overnight stay in East London.

Explore the Wild Coast region with visits to Mvezo, Nelson Mandela’s birthplace, the Mthatha Museum, and stay in Mthatha. Day eight features the Mandela Capture Site, Howick Falls, and arrival in Durban for the night. After a short Durban city tour on day nine, take a boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary in iSimangaliso Wetland Park to view hippos and crocodiles.

Days 10 and 11 take you to Mpumalanga for a full-day safari in Kruger National Park, where you can see the Big 5 and other wildlife. The following day includes visits to Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and Berlin Falls. The tour concludes on day twelve with travel through Mpumalanga, ending in Johannesburg. The package includes 11 nights of bed and breakfast accommodation.

Includes

• 12 days and 11 nights accommodation at hotels and lodges
• Bed and breakfast
• Expert guide throughout the tour
• Safari experiences at Kruger National Park and Botlierskop Game Reserve
• Wine tasting
• Cultural visits
• Nature hikes at Robberg Nature Reserve
• Wildlife viewing opportunities
• Hippo and crocodile boat cruise at St Lucia Estuary in iSimangaliso Wetlands Park
• Durban city tour
• Pick ups in Cape Town and drop off in Johannesburg

Excludes

• Lunch and dinner
• Personal expenses
• Tips
• Bungee jump at Bloukrans Bridge
• Sunset boat cruise on Knysna Lagoon

Important Information

• Check weather conditions and dress appropriately
• Wear suitable shoes for hiking
• Be prepared for early starts
• Respect local customs and wildlife

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance, bring comfortable walking shoes, and prepare for varied weather conditions.