14-Day South Africa & Eswatini Safari Adventure
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A South African safari offers an immersive wildlife adventure, famed for spotting the iconic Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo) in diverse landscapes from Kruger’s vast plains to private reserves, blending luxury lodges, expert guiding, and unique experiences like malaria-free options and cultural visits, making it a top choice for all travelers seeking raw nature and incredible biodiversity.
Highlights
South Africa is one of the premier locations to witness the “Big Five
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South Africa offers high-quality, malaria-free safaris
Included/Excluded
- Park fees
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- Daily game drives while on Safari
- A professional driver/guide
- 4x4 pop up roof Non AC Land Cruiser
- All Taxes and VAT
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Unlimited Drinking water
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Departure Taxes
- International flights
- Additional accommodation
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.
- Drinks
Tour Plan
Day 1
Johannesburg to Hoedspruit
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Private road transfer from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit via the Panorama Route
- En-route sightseeing at Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes & Three Rondavels
- Optional stop at God’s Window (weather permitting)
- Arrival and check-in at the lodge/hotel in Hoedspruit
- Evening at leisure
- Overnight: Hotel/Lodge in Hoedspruit
- Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 2
Hoedspruit to Kruger National Park
- Early morning breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Kruger National Park for a full-day open vehicle safari
- Game drive through one of Africa’s largest wildlife reserves, home to the Big Five and diverse birdlife
- Opportunity to spot a wide variety of flora and fauna with an experienced ranger
- Return to the hotel/lodge in the afternoon
- Time to relax and freshen up before dinner
- Dinner at the lodge
- Overnight: Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3
Hoedspruit to eSwatini
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart Hoedspruit and travel to eSwatini (Swaziland)
- Experience authentic Swazi culture at Matsamo Cultural Village
- Enjoy a traditional Swazi lunch at the cultural village
- Visit Ngwenya Glass Works to see skilled artisans crafting handmade glass sculptures
- Time to explore local craft markets and shop for souvenirs
- Continue to the scenic Ezulwini Valley
- Arrival and check-in at the hotel
- Dinner at the hotel
- Overnight: Foresters Arms (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4
eSwatini to Mkhuze
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart eSwatini and visit the Swazi Candle Factory to see hand-crafted millefiore candles
- Continue the journey via Big Bend into KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Arrival in Mkhuze, Zululand and check-in at the hotel/lodge
- Scenic drive up the Ubombo Mountains with panoramic views of Lake Jozini
- Sundowner stop to enjoy sunset views
- Visit to an authentic Zulu homestead for insight into contemporary Zulu life
- Return to the hotel for dinner
- Overnight: Ghost Mountain Inn (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5
Mkhuze to Hluhluwe Game Reserve
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Hluhluwe Game Reserve for an open vehicle safari
- Game drive in Africa’s oldest proclaimed game reserve, famous for white rhino conservation
- Opportunity to spot the Big Five, diverse wildlife, and rich birdlife
- Return to the hotel in the early afternoon
- Leisure time to relax and enjoy lodge facilities
- Optional activities from Ghost Mountain Inn (own cost):
- Lake Jozini Boat Cruise
- Night Game Drive
- Mkuze River Bird Walk
- Dinner at the hotel
- Overnight: Ghost Mountain Inn (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6
Mkhuze to Umhlanga
- Early breakfast at the hotel
- Depart Mkhuze and travel along the scenic Elephant Coast of KwaZulu-Natal
- Arrive at St Lucia, part of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Enjoy an estuarine boat cruise with opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife
- Continue the journey to Umhlanga
- Arrival and check-in at the hotel in the afternoon
- Evening at leisure; dinner at own arrangement
- Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7
Durban to Port Elizabeth
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Morning city tour of Durban, showcasing its cultural and historical highlights
- Drive along the iconic Golden Mile, passing uShaka Marine World and art-deco buildings
- Visit Victoria Embankment and view landmarks such as City Hall and the Natal Museum
- Transfer to King Shaka International Airport for domestic flight to Port Elizabeth (flight not included)
- Arrival in Port Elizabeth and meet & greet by local representative
- Transfer to the hotel
- Remainder of the day at leisure
- Overnight: Radisson Blu Port Elizabeth (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 8
Port Elizabeth to Plettenberg Bay
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart Port Elizabeth and travel along the scenic Garden Route coastline
- Visit Tsitsikamma National Park, known as the “Garden of the Garden Route”
- Walk across the Storms River Suspension Bridge with spectacular coastal and gorge views
- Time for photography and exploration in Tsitsikamma
- Optional adventure activities in the Tsitsikamma area (own cost):
- Tsitsikamma Zip Line Canopy Tour
- Bloukrans Bungy Jump
- Kayak & Lilo Adventure in Storms River Gorge
- Continue to Plettenberg Bay
- Arrival and check-in at the hotel
- Dinner at the hotel
- Overnight: Plett Quarters Hotel (Luxury Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9
Plettenberg Bay and Knysna
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit Birds of Eden, the world’s largest free-flight bird aviary
- Explore Monkeyland, the world’s first free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary
- Afternoon visit to the Knysna Waterfront for leisure time and exploration
- Early dinner at a waterside restaurant
- Optional adventure activities in the Plettenberg Bay & Knysna area (own cost):
- Robberg Nature Reserve hike with coastal and seal colony views
- Knysna Ziplines for a thrilling treetop experience
- Return to the hotel
- Overnight: Plett Quarters Hotel (Luxury Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10
Plettenberg Bay to Oudtshoorn
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check-out and depart Plettenberg Bay for Oudtshoorn
- Visit a working ostrich farm with a guided tour
- Lunch at own expense
- Explore the spectacular Cango Caves, one of South Africa’s natural wonders
- Arrival and check-in at the hotel in the late afternoon
- Evening at leisure; dinner at own arrangement
- Overnight: Surval Boutique Olive Estate (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 11
Oudtshoorn via Route 62 to Cape Town
- Leisurely breakfast at the hotel
- Check-out and depart Oudtshoorn
- Scenic drive along Route 62, one of South Africa’s most famous road routes
- Stop at Barrydale for lunch (at own expense)
- Continue journey to Cape Town
- Arrival in Cape Town around 17:00
- Check-in at the hotel
- Evening at leisure; dinner at own arrangement
- Overnight: Pullman Hotel Cape Town (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 12
Cape Peninsula Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Pick-up for a full-day Cape Peninsula Tour
- Scenic drive along the Atlantic Seaboard via Sea Point, Clifton & Camps Bay
- Photo stop at Llandudno lookout point
- Visit Hout Bay with optional boat trip to Seal Island (own cost)
- Travel along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive
- Explore Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
- Lunch at a local restaurant (at own expense)
- Visit Simon’s Town and see the penguin colony at Boulders Beach
- Optional local experience: scenic coastal train ride from Fish Hoek to Muizenberg
- Return to the hotel in the late afternoon
- Overnight: Pullman Hotel Cape Town (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 13
Cape Winelands Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Pick-up for a full-day Cape Winelands Tour
- Scenic drive through mountain ranges, vineyards, and Cape Dutch homesteads
- Visit Stellenbosch, the heart of South Africa’s wine region
- Enjoy a wine tasting at a selected wine estate
- Travel over the Helshoogte Pass to Franschhoek
- Visit Franschhoek, the Gourmet Capital of South Africa
- Second wine tasting at a renowned estate
- Lunch at leisure (at own expense)
- Visit a wine estate in the Paarl region
- Return to Cape Town in the late afternoon
- Overnight: Pullman Hotel Cape Town (Standard Room) or similar
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 14
Cape Town to Airport Drop
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Pick-up for a morning Cape Town City Tour
- Visit Table Mountain via cable car (weather permitting; ticket not included)
- Explore the Company Gardens
- View the South African Museum and Castle of Good Hope
- Visit Greenmarket Square for local crafts and souvenirs
- Discover the colourful Bo-Kaap neighbourhood and its cultural heritage
- Drop-off at the hotel by 12:30 PM
- Tour ends
- Meals Included: Breakfast
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