South Africa Safaris and Tours

This tour is ideal for the first time traveller to South Africa and is designed to achieve a balance of seeing the highlights of the country whilst including sufficient relaxation time. Discover a country of many facets, its people, culture and wildlife.

Highlights of South Africa 15 days 14 nights

Day 1

On arrival at Cape Town International Airport you will be met by a representative, handed your world-class documentation and assisted to the Europcar rental counter to collect your vehicle. From the airport, travel to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The Radisson Hotel Waterfront's private marina is complemented by hotel décor that exhibits a distinctively nautical flair.

Approximate travel time:

45 Minutes from Cape Town International Airport to Radisson Hotel Waterfront

Radisson Hotel Waterfront or similar - bed and breakfast basis

Day 2 and 3

Built on rocks facing the ocean, this hotel is ideally situated for visiting all the sightseeing attractions that Cape Town has to offer. We recommend excursions to Cape Point, the wellknown winelands, Table Mountain and Robben Island. A wide variety of Welcome Tourism Services half and full day tours are also available.

Radisson Hotel Waterfront or similar - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 4 CAPE TOWN - OUDTSHOORN

Depart from Cape Town and travel via Swellendam and Mossel Bay to Oudtshoorn - the ostrich capital of the world. Your hotel, a beautifully restored Victorian house, offers views of the Swartberg Mountains and makes the ideal base to visit the famous Cango Caves, one of the ostrich show farms or the Cango Wildlife Ranch.

Approximate travel time:

5.5 Hours from Radisson Hotel Waterfront to Rosenhof Country House

Rosenhof Country House - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
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Day 5 and 6 OUDTSHOORN - PLETTENBERG BAY

Your trip continues via George and Knysna to Plettenberg Bay where your hotel is set high on the majestic cliffs of the dramatic coastline. As a gateway to the Garden Route this area offers much to explore. Enjoy the beautiful blue bay, white sandy beaches and watch out for dolphins and whales (in season) or visit the rugged Tsitsikamma Mountains.

Approximate travel time:

2.5 Hours from Rosenhof Country House to Plettenberg Park

Plettenberg Park - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 7 and 8

After breakfast, return to George to fly on to Johannesburg (not included). After collecting your rental vehicle, head north west to Sun City. The magical flagship hotel, The Palace of the Lost City, takes its architectural and interior themes from a lavish lost African tribe fantasy. Access to the 'Big Five' malaria free Pilanesberg National Park; two Gary Player designed golf courses and a multitude of indoor and outdoor recreational activities will keep you dazzled and well entertained.

Approximate travel time:

1.5 Hours from Plettenberg Park to George Airport

The Palace of the Lost City - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 9

Depart Sun City and travel via Pretoria, Dullstroom and Lydenburg to the Mount Sheba Nature Reserve. Relax at your country retreat, surrounded by indigenous forests and mountains above the historic mining town of Pilgrim's Rest.

Approximate travel time:

6 Hours from The Palace of the Lost City to Mount Sheba

Mount Sheba - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
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Day 10 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, travel via Sabie and on to the 'Big Five' Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Arrive at Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve in time for afternoon high tea and game drive in an open safari vehicle. Enjoy excellent game viewing, gourmet food and magnificent accommodation. Each glass-fronted suite with superb views of the bushveld, has a private deck and plunge pool. The experienced staff have been hand selected for their knowledge, enthusiasm and total dedication to service excellence.

Approximate travel time:

3 Hours from Mount Sheba to Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve

Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve or similar - full board basis including 2 game viewing activities
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Day 11

After an early game drive, enjoy a hearty breakfast and relax at the lodge until lunch, or for the more adventurous, a guided bush walk is on offer. After high tea and the late afternoon game drive, return to the lodge for an African feast in the boma (weather permitting).

Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve or similar - full board basis including 2 game viewing activities
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Day 12

After a morning game viewing activity and breakfast, continue on to your small luxury hotel near Hazyview. Blue Mountain Lodge, an out of Africa dream come true, is well known for its luxurious setting and design, innovative cuisine and personal service.

Approximate travel time:

1 Hour Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve to Blue Mountain Lodge

Blue Mountain Lodge - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
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Day 13

After a sumptuous breakfast, you have the full day at your disposal to either relax at this superb hotel or to explore the sights of the Panorama Route. We recommend a visit to the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, God's Window and the numerous waterfalls.

Blue Mountain Lodge - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
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Day 14

After breakfast travel via Nelspruit and Witbank to Johannesburg. Your luxury hotel is set in the leafy suburbs of northern Johannesburg in an innovative and technologically advanced mixed-use lifestyle centre. Dinner is at your leisure and may be taken at the varied restaurants in Melrose Arch, or in nearby Sandton or Rosebank.

Approximate travel time:

4 Hours from Blue Mountain Lodge to Melrose Arch Hotel

Melrose Arch Hotel - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 15

After breakfast, catch up on some last minute shopping or the numerous day tours on offer. Proceed to Johannesburg International Airport for rental drop off.

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Note : All accommodation mentioned are suggestions, and may be replaced with accommodation choices to suit individual travellers
Highlights of South Africa 15 days 14 nights