South African Adventure Summer 2018
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- Cruise to Seal Island (weather permitting)
- Drive the spectacular Chapman's Peak route to Cape Point
- See the Big Five at Makalali Private Game Reserve
- View iconic Table Mountain, the penguins at Betty's Bay and the stunning coastal scenery
- Visit the Makalali Private Game Reserve, Featherbed Nature Reserve, Monkeyland and Birds of Eden, an Ostrich Farm, Cango Caves, Cape Agulhas, Hermanus, Betty's Bay penguin beach, Two Oceans Aquarium, Table Mountain National Park
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Howzit South Africa! Welcome to a world in one country – yours to explore with your loved ones on this epic adventure through the untamed lands of the Big Five, picturesque Garden Route and glorious Cape Town. On arrival, you'll be escorted to the complimentary shuttl...
Set your watch to safari time as we venture to Makalali Private Game Reserve. Follow the spoor into Africa's savannah, keeping watch for flashes of brilliant colour in the trees and cleverly camouflaged creatures in the brush. Learn about the miracle trees and plants ...
Join a Local Specialist on a morning and afternoon game drive. Seated in open safari vehicles, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Kruger bush and share a rare opportunity to see Africa's Big Five in their natural habitat. Stop and enjoy steamy hot chocolate as the bu...
Wake up with the birds and journey through the African bush, enjoying the sights and sounds of Africa's astounding creatures embarking on their day's activities. Learn about this protected region and the animals that call it home, witnessing how the bush changes from dawn to day, and day to night. Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we return to Johannesburg for an afternoon sightseeing tour of Soweto, once home to former South African president Nelson Mandela. This evening, we dine at a lively restaurant in The Emperors Palace complex. Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal
We fly to Port Elizabeth, where our overnight stop will see us visit a vibrant local township. Dig into a delicious Be My Guest township meal complete with pap and experience first-hand South African's township life. Buffet Breakfast, Be My Guest
Hugging the coastline, we travel south stopping at Storms River for lunch and a selfie opportunity or two at Bloukrans, Africa's highest bridge. Later, we continue to the charming lagoon town of Knysna where we dine at a local restaurant. Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Regional Meal
Venture across the picturesque Knysna lagoon this morning to the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Meandering up one of the famous Knysna Heads in a 4x4 vehicle, we stop at spectacular viewpoints to see the lagoon below with a Local Specialist. For adventurous families, ther...
Fluff up your feathers and embark on a day of adventure in Oudtshoorn, the centre of South Africa's ostrich farm industry. We'll spend the morning enjoying an informative guided tour of a working Ostrich Farm where you learn about the largest bird on earth, how they'r...
We journey to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of the African continent which also happens to be and the official meeting point of the warm Indian and cold Atlantic oceans. Meandering through the Cape Overberg, we arrive in the whale-watching capital of Hermanus, ou...
The lovable penguins of Betty's Bay take centre stage today as we stop en route to Cape Town to see one of the most incredible penguin colonies on the coast of Africa. Arriving in the Mother City, we visit the spectacular Two Oceans Aquarium, delving into the mysterio...
Ascend to the top of Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain (weather permitting) to enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town City Bowl and beyond. Later, then enjoy a scenic city tour past iconic sights such as the Parliament Buildings, Company Gardens, Ci...
Drive along the spectacular coastline from Clifton to the playground of Camps Bay, winding along the legendary Chapman's Peak Drive, hugging the dramatic coastal cliffs as you meander south along the peninsula. Enjoy a cruise to Seal Island (weather permitting) and th...
For now it's time to end your magnificent journey through South Africa. An airport transfer is provided. Dependent on flight departure times consider an Optional Experience Heli Flip helicopter flight or extend your stay in Cape Town. Buffet Breakfast
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