19-Day South Africa Safari with Eswatini, Lesotho and Cape Town

• Arrival: On arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

• Leisure: You have the remainder of the day at leisure.

• Meeting: 18h00 - This evening, you will meet your guide and the rest of the group for your pre-departure meeting.

• Accommodation: Southern Sun OR Tambo or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, and restaurant)

Optional activities in Johannesburg:

• Apartheid Museum Tour

• Pretoria City Tour

• Gold Reef City Tour

• Johannesburg City & Soweto Tour

• Lesedi Cultural Village Tour

• Departure: 06h30

• Distance: 385 km

• Travel: Departing from Johannesburg, we head east towards Mpumalanga.

• Overnight: We spend the night in the town of Graskop, a small forestry town situated on the Drakensberg Escarpment at the start of the Panorama Route and the gateway to Kruger National Park.

• Accommodation: Graskop Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar, and restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Southern Sun OR Tambo or similar

• Departure: 07h00

• Distance: 117 km

• Scenic drive: This morning, we begin with a scenic drive along the Panorama Route, arguably one of the most beautiful destinations in South Africa.

• Stop: We stop at Bourke's Luck Potholes to view these spectacular rock formations, formed eons ago by erosion.

• Viewpoint: Then, marvel at the vast expanse of Blyde River Canyon, where towering cliffs and lush landscapes create an awe-inspiring spectacle.

• Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Graskop Hotel or similar

• Game drive: Today is spent on a full-day open vehicle game drive in Kruger National Park, where you will have the chance to encounter the wildlife of Africa in our comfortable 4x4 open vehicle.

• Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar

• Dinner: At Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar

• Border crossing: Today, we cross the border into the mountainous Kingdom of Eswatini, led by King Mswati III and one of three monarchies in Africa.

• Culture: You will explore the traditions and discover the culture of which the Swazis are so proud.

• Stay: We spend two nights in the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Eswatini's pioneer conservation area situated in the 'Valley of Heaven'.

• Guided walk: Apart from abundant birdlife, there are a number of animal species to be seen, including hippo, giraffe, zebra, and a variety of antelope, which we hope to spot on a guided walk in the afternoon.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 290 km

• Accommodation: Mlilwane Rest Camp or similar (beehive huts with en-suite bathrooms, restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar

• Visit: Today, we visit the Umphakatsi Chief's homestead for an interactive experience where you will get to try your hand at grinding maize and plaiting mountain grass, or join the children in Swazi song and dance.

• Food: A taste of local food is offered, but forget about your cutlery and try it the Swazi way... with your hands!

• Breakfast: At Mlilwane Rest Camp or similar

• Lunch: Lunch in village or similar

• Craft market: After visiting a craft market en route, we re-enter South Africa via Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal.

• Wetland Park: In the afternoon, we make our way to the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, which was listed as South Africa's first World Heritage Site.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 340 km

• Accommodation: Elephant Lake Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar, and dining area)

• Breakfast: At Mlilwane Rest Camp or similar

• Game drive: Today, we explore the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve during a game drive in our tour vehicle.

• Wetland Park: In the afternoon, we make our way back to the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, which was listed as South Africa's first World Heritage Site.

• Boat cruise: Here, we enjoy a boat cruise on the St Lucia estuary, getting up close to the hippos and crocodiles that inhabit the lake.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 200 km

• Accommodation: Elephant Lake Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar, and restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Elephant Lake Hotel or similar

• Journey: Embark on an exciting journey to the Southern Drakensberg Park, where rugged landscapes and towering peaks await.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 460 km

• Accommodation: Premier Sani Pass Resort or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar, and restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Elephant Lake Hotel or similar

• Dinner: At Premier Sani Pass Resort or similar

• 4x4 excursion: Today, join a guided 4x4 excursion up the legendary Sani Pass into Lesotho, navigating challenging terrain with expert guidance.

• Highest pub: At the summit, savour a drink and soak in the breathtaking mountain views at the highest pub in Africa, nestled amidst the clouds.

• Basotho village: After lunch, you visit a Basotho village and interact with the local Basotho folk, who are independent but friendly inhabitants living a harsh existence in this rugged land.

• Return: You wind down the Sani Pass after this cultural experience and arrive back in Underberg between 16h00-16h30, depending on the wildlife spotted along the way.

• Additional Information - what to wear: Very warm clothing in winter (we suggest layering) and, in summer months, lightweight clothing with a jacket, as the weather can change fast.

• Passport: A valid passport is essential.

• Breakfast: At Premier Sani Pass Resort or similar

• Lunch: At highest pub in Africa or similar

• Dinner: At Premier Sani Pass Resort or similar

• Travel: Head south to Cinsta, the crown jewel of the Wild Coast.

• Beaches: Here, miles of untouched beaches await, inviting you to relax and unwind.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 517 km

• Accommodation: Crawfords Beach Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, and restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Premier Sani Pass Resort or similar

• Lunch: Lunch pack from Premier Sani Pass Resort or similar

• Dinner: At Crawfords Beach Lodge or similar

• Leisure: Whether you're lounging by the sea or exploring hidden coves, Cinsta promises a tranquil escape by the water's edge.

• Breakfast: At Crawfords Beach Lodge or similar

• Dinner: At Crawfords Beach Lodge or similar

Optional activities at Crawfords Beach Lodge:

• 45-minute Emerald Vale Brewery tour

• Morning game drive at Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve

• Afternoon game drive at Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve

• Sunset game drive at Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve

• Journey: Today, we take a journey through the historic Zuurberg Mountain Pass.

• Guided walk: In the late afternoon, enjoy a guided walk across the Zuurberg mountain.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 284 km

• Accommodation: Zuurberg Mountain Inn or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool)

• Breakfast: At Crawfords Beach Lodge or similar

• Game drive: Embark on a morning open vehicle game drive in Addo Elephant National Park.

• Garden Route: We continue to a region of startling beauty along South Africa's southern coastline, known as the Garden Route.

• Stay: We spend two nights in Storms River Village, at the heart of the Tsitsikamma Forest.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 320 km

• Accommodation: Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Zuurberg Mountain Inn or similar

• Hike: We take a leisurely hike along one of the short trails and enjoy a guided walk to the suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth.

• Optional: There is also an option to plunge off the world's highest bungee jump at the Bloukrans River (for own expense).

• Breakfast: At Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar

• Travel: We continue our journey, travelling over the Outeniqua Mountains into the Little Karoo and arriving in the town of Oudtshoorn.

• Activity: We embark on an ostrich farm tour to learn about these fascinating birds before continuing to the famous Cango Caves, with their impressive ancient stalagmites and stalactites.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 335 km

• Accommodation: Mooiplaas Guest House or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, bar, restaurant, and swimming pool)

• Breakfast: At Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar

• Travel: Early in the morning, we continue to Cape Town and, en route, visit the town of Robertson, where you will enjoy a tour and tasting at a local wine estate.

• Leisure: Once in Cape Town, the afternoon is at leisure. Enjoy sundowners at one of the fabulous beaches or indulge in some last-minute shopping at the V&A Waterfront.

• Departure: 08h00

• Distance: 420 km

• Accommodation: Pullman Cape Town City Centre or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, restaurant)

• Breakfast: At Mooiplaas Guest House or similar

• Cape Peninsula tour: Today, we explore the many attractions the 'Mother City' has to offer on a Cape Peninsula tour.

• Route: Travelling along the Atlantic Seaboard via Sea Point, Clifton, and Camps Bay, we stop at Maiden Cove lookout point before continuing to Hout Bay.

• Optional: Here, you have the option to take a boat trip to Seal Island (seasonal and not included in the cost).

• Scenic drive: We carry on over Chapman's Peak, one of the world's most breathtaking coastal drives, to Cape Point and the Good Hope Nature Reserve.

• Simon's Town: In the afternoon, we travel on to Simon's Town, a village with charming Victorian architecture, a naval base, and a large penguin colony at the beautiful Boulders Beach.

• Note: Kindly note that the reserve entrance fee at Boulders Beach carries an additional cost.

• Breakfast: At Pullman Cape Town City Centre or similar

• Leisure: Spend the final day at leisure.

• Optional: Depending on your departure flight and weather conditions, there is the chance to take the cable car up Table Mountain (at your own expense) and enjoy one last view of the Cape of Good Hope before your transfer to the airport.

• Breakfast: At Pullman Cape Town City Centre or similar

Optional activities in Cape Town:

• Spier Wine Farm & Vineyards Gliding Tour (Segway)

• Harbour cruise - Dawn (30 Minutes)

• Cape Township Tour

• Sunset Cruise

• Cape Town City Cycle Tour

• Marine Eco Boat Tour

• Constantia Winelands Cycling Tour

• Cape Town City Tour (half day)

• City Bowl & Atlantic Beaches Scenic Flight

• Give Back Cultural Field Trip

• The Robben Island Scenic Tour

• Cape Winelands Tour (half day)