South African Discovery

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Embark on a journey of discovery through south africa. This safari combines a fully escorted group tour through Kruger National Park, the Kingdom of Swaziland and KwaZulu-Natal with a highly personalized privately guided stay in Cape Town. It is the perfect balance between wild and tame, culture and creativity, and you will truly experience the majesty of thi...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore the museums and historical highlights of Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town with an expert guide
    • Discover diverse scenery as you travel through the forested mountains of Mpumalanga, visit Blyde River Canyon and cruise on the World Heritage site of Lake St Lucia
    • Experience an up-close interaction with elephants. Meet, touch, feed and learn about their fascinating behavior
    • Enjoy exhilarating wildlife viewing in 4x4 vehicles in both Kruger National Park and Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park

What's this trip about?

    Embark on a journey of discovery through south africa. This safari combines a fully escorted group tour through Kruger National Park, the Kingdom of Swaziland and KwaZulu-Natal with a highly personalized privately guided stay in Cape Town. It is the perfect balance between wild and tame, culture and creativity, and you will truly experience the majesty of this special corner of Africa.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 15 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityJohannesburg
End CityCape Town

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa
  • South Africa

Attractions

  • Johannesburg
  • Kruger National Park
  • Table Mountain

Activities

  • Game drive
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Accommodations
    • Meals as specified in the itinerary
    • Internal transportation
    • Sightseeing as specified in each itinerary

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg, South Africa

Accommodations: Protea Hotel Wanderers

Your journey of discovery begins on Saturday in Johannesburg, the 'City of Gold'.

Day 2: Johannesburg

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: Protea Hotel Wanderers

Your travels include visits to Freedom Square, Nelson Mandela's former home, and the vibrant township of Soweto.

Day 3: Hazyview

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodations

:
Perry's Bridge Hollow

Join your fellow passengers on a seven day motorcoach tour. Depart via Pretoria and make your way into the lush Mpumalanga region. We travel via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg, passing over the famous Long Tom Pass, via the small town of Sabie and on to Hazyview.

Day 4: Hazyview

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodations

:
Perry's Bridge Hollow

This morning gasp at the glory that is God’s Window, a boundless view of forested mountains and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa. Return to your hotel and spend a lazy afternoon at the pool.

Day 5: Hazyview

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations

:
Perry's Bridge Hollow

Set off before breakfast on a morning safari in open safari vehicles. Search for lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard, and all manner of wondrous wildlife, birds and plant species. Return to Hazyview around lunch time. This afternoon meet one of Africa's gentle giants at an elephant interaction experience.

Day 6: Swaziland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations

:
Royal Swazi Spa

Drive to the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland, a former British Protection Territory, now ruled by King Mswati III. Witness a Swazi cultural experience before visiting the Swaziland National Museum. We continue through the capital city, Mbabane, known for its vibrant markets packed with woven baskets, beadwork and carvings.

Day 7: Hluhluwe

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations:

Protea Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris

After a leisurely breakfast, travel on to Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. Arrive mid afternoon in time for an exciting open vehicle safari drive in the Hluhluwe (pronounced shloo-shloo-wee) Imfolozi Game Reserve.

Day 8: Durban

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Protea Hotel Edward

This morning enjoy a cruise on Lake St Lucia. Hug the lush KwaZulu-Natal coastline en route to Durban, watching the sugar cane fields sway at the urging of the wind. Your guided overland tour ends in Du...

Day 9: Cape Town

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

The Commodore

Continue by air to Cape Town today, known as one of the world’s most beautiful cities and your home for the next three nights. Relax and enjoy the afternoon.

Day 10: Cape Town

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

The Commodore

Expect a stay filled with magnificent vistas, from the top of Table Mountain to the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula.

Day 11: Cape Town

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation:

The Commodore

Your private guide will share their knowledge and love of the Rainbow Nation with you as you are escorted throughout the Cape as part of two days of private sightseeing.

Day 12: Cape Town / Depart

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy the morning at leisure. Depart on Wednesday with fond memories and an open invitation to return soon.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,645
Price per day$304
Single supplement (single occupancy)$825
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Safaris are designed to operate privately for your party of two or your exclusive group of family or friends. You designate your travel dates and we begin to work with the sample itinerary of your choosing. During city stays, you sightsee with your own car and driver.

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--Established in the USA for over 38 years with expert in-house knowledge on Africa.

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--In-house Air Centre offering specially negotiated coach and business class fares to all African gateway cities.

--Concierge Care, 24/7 emergency assistance, provided by on-site offices in Africa and from USA headquarters.

--Travel insurance plan included for every traveler providing coverage for accident and sickness medical expenses and emergency evacuation. Additional insurance coverage for trip interruption or cancellation available upon request.

--Comprehensive travel documents covering everything from a detailed itinerary, visas and passport requirements, necessary inoculations, temperature and rainfall charts, travel insurance pamphlets, check lists, maps, country information, to a multitude of African tips and advice.

--Choice of Meet & Greet Services ranging from basic airport transfers to Airside Meet & Greet.

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--Prepaid Tipping Service makes tipping your guides and rangers a convenient, seamless experience. Available by request when booking any custom itinerary.

--Your Personal Private Guide can be included from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, or for any land portion of your journey. Tap into your charming host’s wealth of expertise as you would a private concierge during your entire safari stay.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfares
    • Passport and visa charges
    • Gratuities
    • Personal Expenses
    • Refund request

Accommodation

,1) Protea Hotel Wanderers Johannesburg, South Africa Situated in the prestigious suburb of Illovo, Sandton, the hotel is ideal for both the leisure and business traveler.Venture into Sandton, Rosebank or the Melrose Arch precinct, which are minutes away and offer some of the finest shopping and dining experiences on the continent. Alternatively enjoy fine cuisine in our upmarket restaurant, relax on the hotel’s poolside sundeck, enjoy a cocktail in our 24 hour coffee bar and deli or make use of the in-house FIT gym. Each of our superbly designed and appointed, modern bedrooms offer en–suite bathr 2) Perry's Bridge Hollow Hazyview, South Africa Perry’s Bridge Hollow is set in beautiful surroundings amongst baobab, fig and acacia trees, in the colonial-style shopping village called Perry’s Bridge Trading Post. The shady private patios are the perfect spot to relax with a good book and enjoy the Lowveld vistas.  Time spent at the swimming pool in this beautiful garden setting is bound to leave you feeling refreshed and revived. 3) Royal Swazi Spa Ezulwini Valley, Swaziland Set in the tranquil Ezulwini Valley, Royal Swazi Spa is part of the Royal Swazi Spa Valley resort. Facilities at the resort include the Casino that features nightly entertainment; The Royal Swazi Spa where guests can experience stress relief therapy and health and beauty treatments; an 18-hole golf course, lawn bowls, squash, tennis and horse riding and other adventure sports. A variety of retail shops are available, providing stationery, clothing, newspapers and curios. 4) Protea Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris Hluhluwe, South Africa 5) Protea Hotel Edward Durban, South Africa Situated on Durban’s famous Golden Mile, overlooking the Entertainment Promenade and famous “Ocean Action” North Beach and is within five minutes of the city center, the Protea Hotel Edward (Durban) heralds a time of Victorian elegance. This world–famous Hotel has played host to Princes and Presidents, Field Marshals, millionaires and movie stars since 1911. 6) The Commodore Cape Town, South Africa The Commodore, located at the highest point on Cape Town’s historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, offers spectacular views of Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Granger Bay, Table Bay and Robben Island. Each of the elegantly furnished rooms is air-conditioned, bright, spacious and decorated in nautical style.  All rooms are en-suite with bath, shower and toilet, and have DSTV, tea/coffee machines, mini bar, in-room internet, electric razor plug and hair dryer.
Cancellation policy

20% of total trip cost is forfeited for cancellation made 66 days or more before departure.**

50% of total trip cost is forfeited for cancellations made between 65 and 30 days before departure.**

100% of total trip cost is forfeited for cancellations made 29 or fewer days before departure.

**Plus applicable third party charges.

In some instances, lost and/or unused airline tickets are not refundable or replaceable.

African Travel reserves the right to cancel the reservation and impose cancellation charges if any payment is not received within the above specified periods. African Travel will not be responsible for lost land and air reservations.

We recommend you obtain travel insurance.  We make no representation or guarantee concerning reimbursement, scope of coverage, or other aspect of any travel insurance policy or claim.

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Meals Included

11 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 4 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • Baggage: On Wing Safari, you are permitted one soft-sided bag, weighing no more than the limit stated in your tour documents.  The weight limit will be set at 44 lbs. or lower, and may be as low as 25 lbs., depending on aircraft type and destination. Passenger is responsible to arrange and pay to store excess baggage. Luggage and personal effects are at owner’s risk throughout travel.
  • Tour Planning: Tour planning, preparation, marketing and operational costs are included in the tour price. These prices are based on tariffs, taxes and exchange rates in effect at the time of printing. African Travel reserves the right to increase tour prices due to changes in tariffs, taxes or exchange rates.
  • Revisions To Itinerary: A fee of $100 will be charged for a revision to a confirmed itinerary.  We do not assure that it will be possible to make your requested revision.
  • Late Booking Fee: A fee for additional communications and expedited mail costs will be charged when applicable.
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