From Cape Town: 12-Day South Africa Adventure - Young Adults
The Heads, Garden Route
Embark on a 12-day adventure in South Africa. Meet local tribes, explore the Little Karoo, Drakensberg Mountains and Kruger National Park. Levy R17,000 solo traveler R8,500 per person for 2 travelers
South Africa 12-Day Young Adults Cultural and Safari Adventure
This 12-day tour covers South Africa’s diverse landscapes, cultural interactions with local tribes, and wildlife safaris, designed for young adults.
Highlights
- Travel through varied South African landscapes for 12 days
- Meet and learn about local tribes’ cultures and traditions
- Tour designed specifically for young adults
- Visit the Mandela Museum and Howick Falls
- Safari experience in Addo National Park and boat cruise on the Kowie River
Itinerary
Day 1: Travel along the N1 to Worcester and meet the Khoisan people in the Little Karoo. Drive the R62 Wine Route, stop for coffee in Barrydale, tour the Cango Caves, and overnight at Old Mill Country Lodge or similar.
Day 2: Breakfast followed by cultural interaction with Xhosa people in Wilderness National Park. Hike in the park and visit Knysna Quays Waterfront. Overnight at a hotel or lodge.
Day 3: Visit Knysna Heads, hike Robberg Nature Reserve, relax on Plett Beach, and enjoy wine tasting. Overnight at hotel or lodge.
Day 4: Breakfast, optional bungy jump at Bloukrans Bridge, visit the market, and cultural interaction with Outeniqua tribes near Plettenberg Bay. Overnight at Kelway Hotel Port Elizabeth or similar.
Day 5: Game safari in Addo National Park, river boat cruise on Kowie River in Port Alfred, and cultural interaction with Amaxhosa tribes. Overnight at Premier Regent Hotel or similar.
Day 6: Visit Mandela’s birthplace and museum, cultural interaction with abaThembu tribes in Mthatha area, overnight in Kokstad.
Day 7: Drakensberg Mountains visit, cultural interaction with Khoikhoi tribes near Kokstad, visit Mandela Capture Site and Howick Falls. Overnight at Parade Beachfront Hotel or similar.
Day 8: Visit Victoria Market, cultural interaction with Zulu tribes in KwaZulu Natal, Isimangaliso Hippo and Crocodile Boat Cruise. Overnight at St Lucia Palms or similar.
Day 9: Travel to Kruger National Park, cultural interaction with Swazi tribes in Pongola, overnight at Khutso Boutique Hotel or similar.
Day 10: Full-day safari in Kruger National Park. Overnight at Khutso Boutique Hotel or similar.
Day 11: Visit God’s Window, cultural interaction with Shangaan tribes, and Bourkes Luck Potholes. Overnight at Khutso Boutique Hotel or similar.
Day 12: Cultural interaction with Ndebele tribes in Emalahleni area, then travel to Johannesburg to conclude the tour.
Included
- Hotel accommodation
- Breakfast daily
- Cultural interactions with local tribes throughout South Africa
- Entrance fees to national parks
- Wine tasting
- Game safaris in Addo and Kruger National Parks
- River boat cruise on Kowie River
- Hiking tours
- Visits to Mandela Museum, Cango Caves, Knysna Quays Waterfront, Drakensberg Mountains, Howick Falls, Victoria Market, God’s Window, and Bourkes Luck Potholes
Excluded
- Bungy jumping at Bloukrans Bridge
- Lunch and dinner
- Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Booking and Preparation Tips
Book in advance to secure availability. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. The best time to visit is during South Africa’s spring and autumn months for moderate weather and good wildlife sightings.
