South Africa · Safari

15-Day South Africa Safari and Garden Route Tour with Cape Winelands

15 Days Round trip from Johannesburg Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Go on a thrilling game drive in Kruger National Park
  • 02 Enjoy a sunset boat cruise in Knysna
  • 03 Explore the panoramic route through Mpumalanga and Blyde River Canyon
  • 04 Visit Tsitsikamma National Park and the Knysna Elephant Park
  • 05 Discover Cape Point, Boulders Penguin Colony, and the Cape Winelands

Tour the beautiful panoramic route of South Africa along the Blyde River Canyon, with visits to Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Tsitsikamma National Park, and Hermanus. From stunning mountain backdrops and majestic wildlife to colonial architecture and gorgeous wineries, this 15-day journey showcases the country's remarkable diversity. Experience African culture near Johannesburg, enjoy a safari in Kruger National Park, cruise at sunset in Knysna, and explore Cape Town, Cape Point, and the Cape Winelands.

Experience African culture near Johannesburg, enjoy a safari in Kruger National Park, cruise at sunset in Knysna, and explore Cape Town, Cape Point, and the Cape Winelands.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, George, Stellenbosch, Mosselbay, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Kruger National Park, Franschoek, Hermanus, Blyde River Canyon, Centurion, Sabie, Tsitsikamma National Park, Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve, Table Mountain National Park, Wilderness National Park
Languages Afrikaans, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Johannesburg and Pretoria Highlights

  • Tour Lesedi Cultural Village and experience true African culture.

  • Lunch at Lesedi - at your own expense.

  • Travel to Pretoria and visit the Union Buildings, including the Mandela Statue, as well as the Voortrekker Monument and surrounding area.

Overnight at Centurion Lake Hotel.

2
Day 02

Mpumalanga Panoramic Route

  • Depart after breakfast for the panoramic route through Mpumalanga.

  • Lunch en route - at your own expense.

  • Visit Dullstroom, Three Rondavels, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Berlin Falls, Lisbon Falls, Wonder View, God's Window, The Pinnacle, Graskop, and Sabie/Hazyview.

Overnight at Hannah's Lodge near the canyon or similar. Dinner and breakfast included.

3
Day 03

Kruger National Park Safari

  • Depart after breakfast for Kruger National Park. At Phabeni Gate, guests will be collected for game viewing in open safari vehicles.

  • Enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants inside the park at your own expense.

  • Return to Phabeni Gate and transfer to the lodge.

Overnight at Kruger Park Lodge or similar.

4
Day 04

Sudwala Caves and Return to Johannesburg

  • Have breakfast and depart for ORT International.

  • En route, stop at the Sudwala Caves.

  • Halfway, stop for refreshments at your own expense.

  • Proceed to Johannesburg.

5
Day 05

Arrival in George and Transfer to Knysna

  • Arrive at George Airport and transfer to Knysna.

  • Enjoy a scenic drive to Knysna via George and the Wilderness region.

  • Check in to the hotel and go for a sunset boat cruise.

  • Lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Overnight at Knysna River Club.

6
Day 06

Tsitsikamma National Park and Knysna Elephant Park

  • Visit Tsitsikamma National Park.

  • Lunch at your own expense on the banks of the Storms River.

  • Visit Knysna Elephant Park.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Knysna River Club.

7
Day 07

Plettenberg Bay Scenic Excursion

  • Take a scenic drive to Plettenberg Bay.

  • Upon arrival, go for bungee jump viewing.

Overnight stay at Knysna River Club.

8
Day 08

Oudtshoorn via Outeniqua Pass

  • Drive to Oudtshoorn via Outeniqua Pass.

  • Visit an ostrich farm.

  • Visit Cango Caves.

Overnight at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge.

9
Day 09

Journey to Hermanus

  • Drive to Hermanus on a five-hour journey.

  • Stop for lunch at Mossel Bay.

Dinner and overnight at Windsor Hotel Hermanus.

10
Day 10

Whale Boat Trip in Hermanus

  • Go on a full-day whale boat trip in Hermanus, season permitting.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Windsor Hotel Hermanus.

11
Day 11

Scenic Coastal Drive to Cape Town

  • Drive to Cape Town via the scenic coastal route.

  • Spend the afternoon at leisure and visit the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Capetonian Hotel.

12
Day 12

Table Mountain and Cape Town City Tour

  • Go to Table Mountain by cable car.

  • Embark on a Cape Town city tour.

  • Have lunch at your own expense.

Overnight at the Capetonian Hotel.

13
Day 13

Cape Point and Penguin Colony Excursion

  • Go on a Cape Point day trip.

  • Visit Hout Bay Seal Island.

  • Drive to Chapman's Peak. The Boulders Penguin breeding colony is another tourist attraction in this region.

  • Stop for lunch at your own expense.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Capetonian Hotel.

14
Day 14

Franschhoek and Stellenbosch Wine Tour

  • Go for a scenic drive and visit Franschhoek and Stellenbosch.

  • Upon arrival, go for a wine tasting tour.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Capetonian Hotel.

15
Day 15

Departure from Cape Town

  • Group transfer to Cape Town International Airport.

Blyde River Canyon, Kruger National Park, Table Mountain

Where this trip takes you

Blyde River Canyon, Kruger National Park, Table Mountain

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Johannesburg 18 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • Transportation

  • English-speaking South African tour guide

  • All entrance fees as mentioned

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • Domestic flights

  • Lunches and dinners

  • Kruger conservation fees

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Johannesburg, South Africa
Tour start
Johannesburg, South Africa
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in Johannesburg.

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