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Safari Explorer: Unveiling Cape Town & Kruger National Park in 7 Days
Discover the vibrant cosmopolitan atmosphere of Cape Town, with its iconic landmarks and breathtaking scenery, before immersing yourself in the thrilling safari experience of Kruger, where the Big Five roam free amidst stunning landscapes.
YOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1: Cape Peninsula – Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope & Boulders Beach
DAY 2: Cape Winelands – Wine Tasting Tour
DAY 3: Cape Town & Robben Island – Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Tour
DAY 4: Kruger National Park – Sunset Safari
DAY 5: Kruger National Park – 4×4 Guided Safari
DAY 6: Panorama Route
DAY 7: Johannesburg
All private tours are in English. Other languages on request.
All our tours are offered on a private basis and can be customized.
We are very flexible in accommodating your needs and we can tailor-make this itinerary for you, your friends, family or clients.
Day 1 – Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope & Boulders Beach
Explore the entire Cape Peninsula and its iconic gems including the penguin colony, Chapman’s Peaks’ world-famous scenic drive and Cape Point National Park.
The Cape Peninsula Tour will take you along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay – which have been awarded Blue Flag status. These beaches offer pristine white sand and beautiful clear water (if slightly cold), that have made them very popular with locals and visitors alike. The tour continues, passes the Twelve Apostles Mountains on its way to Hout Bay, then continue along Chapman’s Peak Drive.
In Hout Bay – a small fishing village often jokingly referred to as “The Republic of Hout Bay” by the locals; you will find a pristine beach, fresh fish market and plenty of restaurants to choose from, you will also have the option to visit Seal Island – where you’ll see hundreds of seals, sunbathing on the huge island rock and cavorting in the water.
Chapman’s Peak Drive – A very dramatic and windy coastal drive which 9km along South Africa’s Atlantic Coast, some say “the most scenic drive of their lives”.
Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve is one of the most famous landmarks in Cape Town, and for good reason. Situated on the very tip of the peninsula, with the Indian Ocean on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, the area spans a landscape that has rugged cliffs, lush fynbos, and vast open spaces – no Cape Town tour is complete without a visit to Cape Point.
Penguin Colony & Simon’s Town – where a parade of penguins waddles between rocks or on the white sandy beach. Watching these adorable flightless birds is diverting and very calming for both young and old.
The Cape Peninsula Tour will continue along the Main Road of the quaint hamlet Kalk Bay – nestled between False Bay on one side and the mountain on the other. Along Kalk Bay Main Road lies a host of veritable treasure troves, from antique shops to costume shops, bakeries, restaurants and plenty more.
Continuing further to Muizenberg – a world renowned surfing spot; where locals and visitors alike, come together in appreciation of the wonders of the sea. Shark-spotters keep a close lookout for any potential danger roaming the bay.
Day 2 – Wine Tasting Tour
Explore the Cape Winelands graced with amazing views and taste some of the best wines the region has to offer. Taste wine from each of the 3 best wine regions in South Africa.
Paarl
The valley of Paarl, the biggest city of the Winelands, is known to be the rival of Stellenbosch. It is a town with a hot climate, perfect to produce dessert red wine, with a taste more sumptuous and stronger. Red wine overrides the production of white wine in South Africa.
Drakenstein Prison
The Drakenstein Prison is situated between Franshhoek and Paarl. It is the prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last part of his sentence, while he was fighting against the Apartheid. Even if the stop is short, it is haunting to think about his long walk for freedom.
Franschhoek
Franschhoek is the old French Huguenots village also called the “French Corner”. It will show you the legacy, through the name of the streets and farms, left by those French people exiled from their country and came to South Africa to make a fresh start. French tourists will find pieces of their homeland, especially in excellent restaurants. Like at Stellenbosch, the climates are favorable for red wine and dry white wine.
Stellenbosch
Located inland, Stellenbosch is a charming historical town also well known for its University. Go exploring the streets, walking under centenarian trees and discovering the surprising Cape-Dutch architecture. It will offer you a great overview of the heart of the South African wine growing because it hosts the biggest vineyards. The climate is temperate, which allowed the production of red wine and dry white wine.
Contact us for fly-in options to the Winelands.
Day 3 – Table Mountain & Mandela Freedom Tour
Spend a day exploring one the members of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites as well as South Africa’s very iconic landscape – Table Mountain.
Ferry Ride
The ferries depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront. You will disembark at Murray’s Bay Harbour situated on the east coast of the Island and take a short walk to buses that will transport you to all the historical sites around the Island.
Robben Island (Mandela Prison Tour)
You will meet your Tour Guide when you have boarded the busses. A Robben Island Tourist Guide will conduct the prison tour. This is part of our integrated tour model. They are fully conversant and knowledgeable about the Island’s multi-layered 500-year-old history. The tour route includes the graveyard of people who died from leprosy, the Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe’s house, the Bluestone quarry, the army and navy bunkers and the Maximum Security Prison where thousands of South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated for years. The tour culminates with a viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell.
Cableway Ride
Take the five-minute cable car trip to the top of Table Mountain, 1 089 meters above Cape Town, and explore the summit (The Cableway is wheelchair accessible, and yes, some parts at the top are too). This is a great spot to sit and soak up the commanding 360-degree views of Cape Town, Table Bay, the nearby peaks of the surrounding mountains and the rest of the Table Mountain National Park, in which the Cableway is situated.
Table Mountain Top
Hit one of three hiking trails that start at the Upper Cable Station and explore the summit further. Table Mountain is part of a World Heritage Site, an important part of the Cape Floristic Region and the single richest floristic area in the world. There is a lot of fynbos vegetation on the mountain, with over 1 460 different species of plants. There are also plenty of dassies, lizards, insects and birdlife to be seen. You’ll find our self-service restaurant, Table Mountain Café, offering a range of food and drinks, snacks, desserts and wines. A selection of gifts and curios are on sale at the Shop at the Top. Pop in and find something special to remind you of your visit to the highest point in Cape Town.
Day 4 – Kruger National Park Sunset Safari
Embark on an exhilarating journey as you drive from the airport to the magnificent Kruger National Park. Leave the bustling cityscape behind as you venture through diverse landscapes, witnessing the transition from urban scenery to vast savannahs and rolling hills. As you approach the park, a sense of anticipation builds, knowing that you’re about to enter one of the world’s most renowned wildlife sanctuaries.
Sunset Safari
The famed Kruger National Park is home to some of the best wildlife in all of Africa. With over 2 million hectares of biodiversity merged with historical and archaeological sites. Depart for your Sunset Game Drive where you get the chance to view the Big 5 members and learn individually about the wildlife you come across.
Contact us for fly-in options to the Safari.
Day 5 – Kruger National Park 4×4 Guided Safari
Kruger National Park, a crown jewel of South Africa’s conservation efforts, is a sprawling wilderness teeming with remarkable biodiversity. Spanning over 19,000 square kilometers, this iconic safari destination offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros and buffalo — alongside a plethora of other fascinating wildlife species. Immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes of Kruger, where thrilling game drives and guided safaris unveil the raw beauty and extraordinary wildlife that call this majestic national park home.
4×4 Guided Safari
Going on a guided safari in Kruger National Park is an experience you will never forget. It is filled with things to see and hear in the bush, especially being up close and personal. You can enjoy this once in a lifetime experience from the open safari vehicle as your experienced guides share their vast knowledge of the Kruger National Park residents.
Day 6 – Panorama Route
As one of the geographically oldest areas in the country, the Panorama Route has become a popular tourist attraction. The Route has been designed to highlight only the best and most interesting areas of the province to give tourists the opportunity to see everything that the area has to offer; from waterfalls to caves & the third oldest canyon in the world, the Panorama Route is a must-see for every tourist.
Blyde River Canyon
The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world, after the Grand Canyon in the United States and the Fish River Canyon in Namibia, and is the largest ‘green canyon’ due to its lush subtropical foliage, with the deepest precipitous cliffs of any canyon on the planet.
One of the most-visited attractions in South Africa, the Blyde River Canyon is 26 kilometres in length and is, on average, around 800m deep.
Bourke’s Luck Portholes
Located within Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Bourke’s Luck Potholes were formed by centuries of swirling whirlpools at the confluence of the Treur and Blyde Rivers, eroding away the sandstone bedrock.
Viewing platforms and bridges cross above some of the best formations and depending on the time of day, river levels and mineral content in the water, the view of the holes and multi-coloured sandstone changes.
Day 7 – Johannesburg
On the final day of your 7-day adventure, you’ll drive back to Johannesburg, where you’ll have the option to unwind and relax after your thrilling safari experience or engage in additional activities and tours. Explore the vibrant cityscape of Johannesburg, visit historical landmarks like the Apartheid Museum or Constitution Hill or indulge in some retail therapy at the bustling markets and shopping centers. Alternatively, you can opt for guided tours to discover more of South Africa’s rich cultural heritage or venture to nearby attractions such as the Cradle of Humankind. The choice is yours to make the most of your last day in Johannesburg before bidding farewell to this remarkable journey.
