10-Day Ultimate safari South African adventure.
Overview
The trip is a 10-day journey through South Africa, beginning in Johannesburg, also known as the City of Gold. The first day includes a walking tour of the city and a visit to the Apartheid Museum, followed by art gallery visits and a community tour of Soweto. The next few days include game drives and safari walks in Madikwe National Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park, as well as cultural tours and bird watching. The last few days include a tour of Cape Town, including a sunset Coastal Catamaran cruise, a scenic drive along the Atlantic Seaboard, and a visit to Cape Point. The trip ends with a cultural tour of Simon’s Town before returning to the agreed drop-off point.
Day 1: Johannesburg city tour.
Explore Johannesburg, known as the City of Gold, on foot and by cycling. Immerse in the city’s culture and history by visiting the Apartheid Museum and art galleries. End the day with a community tour of Soweto and dinner at the lodging
Day 2: Madikwe national reserve
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Madikwe National Reserve, known for its diverse wildlife including the Big Five and hundreds of bird species. Engage in a nature walk and take in the sights and sounds of the wilderness. Have a lunch break in the reserve and end the day with dinner and overnight stay at the designated accommodation.
Day 3: Big five and culture.
Experience a early morning game drive in Madikwe National Reserve to see the Big Five and the Super Seven, including cheetah and wild dog. Unveil the beauty of the park with a tour guide and traverse the untouched wilderness. Learn about the culture of the Sotho-Tswana people, the earliest inhabitants of the reserve and their relationship with the local flora. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Back to Johannesburg.
After flying back to Johannesburg airport, head to Sun City, a renowned holiday resort known for its non-stop entertainment and sunny, safe environment. Check into a designated hotel and enjoy the luxurious accommodations and the natural surroundings. Spend the day relaxing and later have a delicious dinner while admiring the scenic landscapes.
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Day 5: Full day Pilanesberg
Start the day with a delicious breakfast before indulging in a morning game drive in a national park to explore the fauna and flora. Take a lunch break and continue the game drive to see the Big Five. Afterwards, participate in guided safari walks and hikes to explore the park on foot under the company of armed rangers. Learn about the nature that surrounds you and take memorable photos. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Balloon rides and culture
Experience the tranquility of a hot air balloon ride early in the morning, appreciating the beauty of the Pilanesberg Alkaline Ring Complex from above. Learn about this unique method of travel and observe the park’s wildlife from a different perspective. Have a lunch break, and then immerse in the culture of the Bophuthatswana people, participate in their traditional dances and learn about their ways of life. Return to the lodge for an overnight stay.
Day 7: Village tour and Birding
Start the day with a delicious breakfast and embark on a Leeto-Kgolo Village Tour to explore the history of the Bakgatla-Ba-Kgafela tribe, the people of Pilanesberg. Visit the Mphebatho Cultural Museum and take a bicycle ride through the village, stopping at local shebeen/tuck shop and traditional food preparation spots. Learn about the rain making rock and Kgosi Kgamanyane’s wall. End the tour at a local hot spot with great food, company and drinks. Afterwards, depart for Cape Town and enjoy bird watching along the way.
Day 8: Into Cape Town.
Settle in a hotel and begin a tour of Cape Town, taking in the stunning scenery of the Table Mountain and Atlantic coastline. Have lunch at the Kloof Street House restaurant, then embark on a sunset Coastal Catamaran cruise to see the Atlantic coastline and the city from the perspective of ancient mariners. Enjoy the view of the Cape Town and Table Mountain.
Day 9: Cape peninsula and Cape point
Start the day with breakfast and embark on a full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula and Cape Point, exploring the Atlantic Seaboard and the residential suburbs. Take a scenic drive along the Atlantic Seaboard, admiring the ocean and the slopes of Lion’s Head and the Twelve Apostles. Embark on a boat ride to Seal Island and have lunch. Afterwards, traverse the Cape Point through Chapman’s Peak, enjoy the scenic views and the marine life. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Cape of Good Hope, home to a variety of animals and enjoy hiking or biking. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10: Cultural tour and departure
Start the day with an early breakfast, check out of the hotel and explore the historical town of Simon’s Town, known for its vintage architecture, seals, penguins, and marine life. Have a lunch stopover and then return to the agreed drop-off point, ending the trip with a journey filled with beautiful surr
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Park fees
- All accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All Transportations
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- Drinking water
- All activities as put day by day
Excluded
- International Fligths (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Vaccination fees/Proof of vaccination
- Anything not talked about in the itinerary