Begin the tour by picking up travelers at 8am. Visit Mandela House in Soweto & journey to Kruger National Park

Mandela House - The first stop after pick-up is the Mandela House in Soweto for a brief guided tour.

Kruger National Park - After visiting Mandela House, travel to Kruger National Park, which is a 4-hour drive from Johannesburg. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the hotel and exploring walking trails in the area.

After breakfast, depart from the hotel for a game drive at Kruger National Park

Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park - Post-breakfast, embark on a game drive with the chance to see Africa’s Big 5 - Elephant, lion, buffalo, cheetah, rhinoceros, and much more. Experience the authentic African bush. The Kruger National Park, with nearly 2 million hectares of diverse life forms and historical and archaeological sites, offers a wildlife experience among the best in Africa.

After breakfast, leave Kruger National Park and travel to Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, a World Heritage Site

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Arrive at Isimangaliso Wetlands Park in the late afternoon and check into a 3 or 4-star hotel or lodge. Enjoy a 2-hour Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise at the St Lucia Estuary, perfect for all ages and wheelchair accessible. This cruise offers an authentic African adventure, creating lifelong memories for you and your loved ones.

Day 4 begins with a game drive in one of Isimangaliso Wetlands Park Game Reserves.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - On day 4, after breakfast, enjoy a game drive in one of Isimangaliso Wetlands Park’s game reserves. Expect to see a variety of animals such as elephants, rhinos, buffalo, eland, kudu, zebra, wildebeest, monkeys, baboons, and more.

Durban - After the game drive, travel to Durban for the night. Durban, a coastal city in eastern South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, is known for its African, Indian, and colonial influences. The seafront promenade, refurbished for the 2010 World Cup, stretches from uShaka Marine World to the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The Durban Botanical Gardens showcases a wide range of African plant species.

Spend Day 5 touring Durban

Victoria Street Market - The Victoria Street Market features over 200 vendors offering traditional African artwork, Indian spices, seafood, bags, brassware, traditional clothes, and more. A must-see destination in Durban!

Durban Botanic Gardens - Located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, the Durban Botanic Gardens is the city’s oldest public institution and Africa’s oldest surviving botanical gardens, covering 15 hectares in a subtropical climate. It is home to some of the world’s oldest tree species.

Durban - Take a walk along the Durban Promenade, the longest in Africa at nearly 8km. The afternoon is spent relaxing at the beaches or hotel in Durban.

After breakfast, depart from Durban and head to the Drakensberg Mountains

Howick Falls - The first stop is at Howick Falls, a 95m waterfall. Capture beautiful photos and leave a key with your name inscribed for future visits.

Nelson Mandela Capture Site - From Howick Falls, proceed to the Nelson Mandela Capture Site. Visit the museum, which offers some of the best information on South Africa’s struggle for independence, and see the renowned Nelson Mandela Monument.

After breakfast, depart from Drakensberg and travel to Mthatha.

KwaZulu-Natal - Travel through the rural areas of KwaZulu-Natal, passing Ixopo and Umzimkhulu, and experience many other rural areas before arriving in Mthatha, a rural town, for the night.

After breakfast, visit the Nelson Mandela Museum in Mthatha, then travel to East London

Depart from East London after breakfast and head to a Big 5 game reserve, the Addo Elephant National Park

Addo Elephant National Park - Situated near Gqeberha, Addo Elephant National Park is a diverse wildlife conservation park and one of South Africa’s 20 national parks, ranking third in size after Kruger National Park and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Enjoy a game drive at Addo Elephant National Park.

Depart from Port Elizabeth after breakfast and head to Knysna, stopping for bungy jumping along the way

Bloukrans Bridge - Experience bungy jumping at Bloukrans Bridge, the world’s highest at 216m. This is optional.

Robberg Nature Reserve - Continue to Robberg Nature Reserve for hiking, a beautiful area combining sea and hills with some of the best walking trails.

Plettenberg Bay - Stop at one of the finest beaches on the garden route in this seaside town.

After breakfast, explore areas in and around Knysna

Knysna Heads - Visit Knysna Heads for stunning views of Knysna, combining sea and mountains.

The Waterfront Knysna Quays - The Quays offer numerous shops and restaurants, with boats departing from here. Enjoy breathtaking views of Knysna, crystal blue waters, and more. The Waterfront is a relaxed extension of Knysna, with a scenic harbor view featuring many yachts. Spend 2-3 hours here, and book rides on the lagoon.

Depart from Knysna after breakfast and head to Hermanus

Hermanus - Known for land-based whale watching, Hermanus is one of the best places globally to see southern right whales from June to December. View these majestic creatures from the cliffs and beaches.

Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate - Located in the Walker Bay region, Benguela Cove Wine Estate offers stunning views of mountains and ocean. Known for premium wines produced sustainably, the estate offers wine tastings, vineyard tours, picnics, and a zip line through the vineyards.

Betty’s Bay - Known as Stony Point Penguin Colony, Betty’s Bay hosts a large population of African Penguins. Visitors can see penguins up close as they waddle, swim, and nest. Located at Stony Point Nature Reserve, managed by CapeNature, visitors can walk along boardwalks through the penguin colony. From Betty’s Bay, head to Cape Town to conclude the tour.

• Hiking in the majestic Drakensberg Mountains
• Encounter Africa’s Big 5: Elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino, cheetah and more
• Explore the scenic towns of Knysna, Hermanus, and Plettenberg Bay
• Safari adventure in the renowned Kruger National Park
• Visit the historic Nelson Mandela Capture Site
• Daily breakfast included
• Tour the Nelson Mandela Museum in Mthatha
• Discover the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, a World Heritage Site
• Trek through the Robberg Nature Reserve
• Experience the vibrant city of Durban
• Enjoy a Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise at St Lucia Estuary

Embark on an unforgettable tour across South Africa, starting from the bustling city of Johannesburg and proceeding to the renowned Kruger National Park for an encounter with the Big 5.

Next, explore the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, declared a World Heritage Site, and enjoy a boat cruise with the chance to spot Hippos and Crocodiles, supplemented by a thrilling game drive. Our journey then takes us to the radiant city of Durban.

From Durban, we ascend towards the majestic Drakensberg Mountains and then unveil the beauty of the Garden Route, visiting picturesque sites such as Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and Hermanus.

Additional tour highlights include an adventurous hike in Robberg Nature Reserve, an exciting game drive through Addo National Park, and an exquisite wine tasting session at Benguela Cove Wine Estate.

• Travel time is included on the total duration

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