From CapeTown: 12-Day Tour to Johannesburg with Accomodation

The Heads, Garden Route



Embark on a 12-day tour from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Discover South Africa's diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage. Enjoy hiking, wine-tasting, sunset cruise, game safaris and more

Highlights

  • Experience African wildlife at Kruger National Park in a full day game safari
  • See African Penguins at Bettys Bay, Enjoy wine-tasting at Benguela Cove Wine Est
  • Visit and tour the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas
  • See the charming town of Swellendam and the Botlierskop Game Reserve
  • Explore the Garden Route, Knysna Heads and hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve

Description

Embark on a 12-day journey through South Africa’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage. Starting in Cape Town, head to Betty’s Bay to see African penguins, followed by whale watching in Hermanus, a wine-tasting experience at Benguela Cove, and a visit to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, for your first overnight. On day two, visit the charming town of Swellendam, a safari experience at Botlierskop Game Reserve, and an evening in Mossel Bay. Continue through the Garden Route, where you’ll explore Wilderness and the Knysna Heads, take a sunset cruise on Knysna Lagoon, and stay in Knysna. Day four features a hike in Robberg Nature Reserve and relaxation on Plettenberg Bay’s beaches. Adrenaline seekers will love day five at Bloukrans Bridge, home to the world’s highest bungee jump (own expense), followed by a tour of Port Elizabeth. Coastal vibes continue with visits to Port Alfred and East London, culminating in a night in East London. In the Wild Coast region, explore Mvezo, Nelson Mandela's birthplace, the Mthatha Museum, and stay in Mthatha. Day eight is a cultural and scenic highlight, featuring the Mandela Capture Site, Howick Falls, and arrival in Durban for the night. After a brief Durban tour on day nine, venture to St Lucia Estuary in iSimangaliso Wetland Park for a memorable hippo and crocodile boat cruise. Days 10-11 immerse you in Mpumalanga, with a full-day Kruger National Park safari and visits to the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and Berlin Falls. The tour concludes on day twelve as you travel through Mpumalanga, arriving in Johannesburg.

Includes

12 days and 11 nights accommodation Bed and breakfast Game safari at Botlerskop game reserve Full day Game safari at Kruger National Park Hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve Tour of Hermanus and Port Alfred Tour of Nelson Mandela Capture Site Tour of Mthatha Museum and Mvezo Tour of Durban City Expert guide Transportation by bus/coach and jeep/suv and car Entrance fees to attractions Safari experiences

Excludes

Lunch and dinner Bungy jumping Sunset boat cruise Personal expenses Travel insurance

Important Information

  • Check weather conditions and dress appropriately Some activities may require physical fitness Be prepared for early starts on some days

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