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Best of South Africa

Best of South Africa

Best of South Africa

You don't need weeks to have an unforgettable South African adventure. In just 10 days, this trip takes you from Cape Town's stunning sights to the wildlife wonders of Kruger National Park — packing in tons of fun along the way. Explore Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain before heading off for a full week of safari magic in Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park. Spot the Big Five on thrilling safari drives, savour a mouthwatering South African braai (barbecue), and visit Jane Goodall’s Chimp Eden to learn about vital conservation efforts. It’s the ultimate city-and-safari combo in just over a week — what are you waiting for?

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£2,809pp
  • Guests: 2 Adults
  • Duration: 9 Nights
  • Board: Various Meals
  • Departing: Flying from selected UK airports
  • Offer Date: 23th November 2025

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£49pp deposit followed by 5 monthly Direct Debit payments of £552pp

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners

Departures from March 2025 - December 2027

Holiday Highlights

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Table Mountain cable car ride and visit
Nature Walk
Wildlife Safari Drive
Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Chimp Eden Tour
Free time in Cape Town
Internal flight between Cape Town to Johannesburg
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Day 1: UK to Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Attend an evening welcome meeting at the joining hotel before an optional group dinner.

Day 2: Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast and then depart for Table Mountain. Ride to the top on the cable car and explore the area on hiking trails leading to scenic views before riding back down. Spend the afternoon on your own partaking in one of the many optional activities in the area. Tonight, choose to attend another group dinner to celebrate your beautiful day in this vibrant city.

Day 3: Cape Town/Johannesburg

Transfer to the airport in the morning and fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Enjoy an included Braai dinner to get a taste of South African fare for the next leg of your adventure.

Day 4: Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area

Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today's long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.

Day 5: Greater Kruger Area

Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to the wildlife in Kruger National Park.

Day 6: Kruger National Park Area

Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.

Day 7: Kruger National Park Area

Another full day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4x4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.

Day 8: Kruger National Park Area

Spend a free day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.

Day 9: Kruger/Johannesburg

After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.

Day 10: Johannesburg to UK

Depart at any time.

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