GENERAL INFO
- Country Quickfacts
- Things to know before you go
- Arrival Guide
- South African Trivia
- Phrases and Words in 4 of the official languages
- Frequently Asked Questions
TRAVEL IDEAS
- Cape Town, 4 days
- Cape Gourmet, 8 days
- Cape Winelands, 3 days
- Johannesburg, 3 days
- Beautiful Knysna, 3 days
- Beach, Wildlife and Culture, 10 days
- Panorama's Best, 3 day
- Sun City, 3 days
- Durban North - Umhlanga, 3 days
- Route of the African Sun, 9 days
- Splendours of the Cape, 10 days
- Winelands & Wildlife, 10 days
- Ultimate South Africa, 13 days
- Kruger Park Adventure, 3 days
- Southern Circuit, 11 days
- Zululand Spectacular, 6 days
FAMILY FRIENDLY HOLIDAYS
- Adventures in Nature, 7 days
- Little Paws, 8 days
- Cape Wildlife Family Adventure, 12 days
- The Big 7, 9 days
UNIQUE SMALL GROUPS
- Magnificent Garden Route, 4 days
- Buffalo Rock Tented Safari, 3 days
- Zulu Culture, Big Game & Safari, 3 days
- A World in One Country, 14 days
HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME
- Magic of Africa, 20 days
- Middle East Treasures, 21 days
AFRICAN TRAIN JOURNEYS
- The Blue Train, South Africa
- Rovos Rail, South & East Africa (Itineraries)
- Shongololo Express, Southern Africa
EXCLUSIVE GAME LODGES
SELF DRIVE
- Car Rental
- Eastern Cape, Bush and Karoo, 9 days
- Garden Route, Winelands & Whales, 7 days
- Kwa-zulu Natal, Beach & Bush, 7 days
- Scenery, Culture & Game, 7 days
STAYS OF DISTINCTION
- 15 On Orange
- Cape Grace Hotel
- The Grace Hotel
- Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
- Oyster Box
- Palace of the Lost City
- Pezula
- Saxon Hotel
- Table Bay Hotel
- Taj Cape Town
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South Africa Independent Travel Ideas
ULTIMATE SOUTH AFRICA
13 days
Our specially planned itinerary below encompasses hidden gems in magnificent locations. We've chosen an exclusive selection of ideal retreats allowing you to nourish your soul while enjoying different experiences. This exclusive journey includes sophisticated Cape Town, the gourmet capital of South Africa Franschoek and the three Big Five Game experiences allowing you to view different landscapes from verdant bushveld, dramatic landscapes to rolling savannahs.
Day 1. Arrive in Cape Town.
Upon arrival at Cape Town Airport you will be met by Goway's local representative and transferred to your hotel. Check-in, then the remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy the magnificent mountain views from this luxurious hotel, which is situated on the doorstep of the world famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and only 10 minutes drive from the city centre and V&A Waterfront.
Last Word Bishop's Court Hotel (4 nights).
Day 2. Cape Peninsula.
Full day Private Peninsula Tour. See for yourself how this spectacular southern tip of Africa became known as the 'Fairest Cape'. Includes visits to Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak Drive and the Penguin colony at Boulders Beach. (B)
Day 3. Cape Town.
After breakfast, enjoy the day at leisure to explore the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with its many shops and restaurants, or take a cable car ride up Table Mountain and enjoy 360 degree views of Cape Town. (B)
Day 4. Cape Town.
After breakfast, another day at leisure in this beautiful city. Why not embark on a morning Walk to Freedom Tour to experience the raw energy of the "Rainbow Nation" with visits to the District Six Museum, Langa Township – the oldest apartheid housing scheme in the Cape, Tsoga Environmental Gardens, and an informal spaza shop, a shebeen (pub) and a hostel. This tour can be extended to a full day tour with a visit to Robben Island by ferry in the afternoon. (B)
Day 5. Cape Town to Franschoek.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to your hotel in the Winelands area of Franschoek, the gourmet capital of South Africa. The hotel is an exclusive residence in the heart of the village and is only minutes away from many excellent award-winning restaurants and numerous character-filled boutique-style shops and art galleries. (B)
Last Word Franschoek (2 nights).
Day 6. Winelands.
After breakfast, at leisure to explore the town or perhaps take a taxi to visit the nearby wine estates for some sampling and wine purchases. (B)
Day 7. Franschoek to Shamwari Game Reserve.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your flight to Port Elizabeth (cost of flight not included), where you will be met and transferred by road to Shamwari Game Reserve. Shamwari is an outstanding private game reserve where the "Big Five" can be viewed from open safari vehicles and spa treatments can be enjoyed after an early morning game drive. (BLD)
Shamwari - Long Lee Manor or Bushmans River Lodge or Riverdene Lodge (2 nights).
Day 8. Shamwari Game Reserve.
Spend the day at leisure and enjoy two game drives in this prolific game area. (BLD)
Day 9. Shamwari to Jock Safari Lodge.
This morning transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport for your flight to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport via Johannesburg (cost of flights not included). On arrival you will be met and transferred to Jock Safari Lodge which is situated on a private concession in the south western corner of the Kruger National Park, at the confluence of the Mitomeni and Biyamiti Rivers. (BLD)
Jock Safari Lodge (2 nights).
Day 10. Jock Safari Lodge.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in open vehicles with highly experienced rangers, as well as the facilities that are offered at the lodge. (BLD)
Day 11. Jock Safari Lodge to Nkomazi Game Reserve.
Today you will be transferred by road to Nkomazi Game Reserve, which is surrounded by towering ancient mountains, broad river valleys and impressive grasslands, and is situated on the banks of the Komati River. (BLD)
Nkomazi – Komati Tented Lodge (2 nights).
Day 12. Nkomazi Game Reserve.
Enjoy the many exciting activities offered by the lodge – game drives, nature walks, bird watching, star gazing and rock art viewing. Shop for curios in the gift boutique, or escape to the River Retreat to enjoy some mind, body and soul pampering. (BLD)
Day 13. Depart - Nkomazi Game Reserve to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport.
After breakfast, you will be transferred by road to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport where you will check-in for your onward flight. (B)
DEPARTURES:
Daily (minimum 2 people)
PRICES:
Exchange rates differ from time to time. For the most up-to-date prices of this holiday idea please fill out our Africa Travel Quote form. We will do all possible to respond back to you within 24 hours.
PRICE INCLUDES:
12 nights accommodation in Deluxe hotels and lodges as described, meals as described by BLD, all transportation by luxury microbus, professional tour guide, park entrance fees, sightseeing as described, and surprise value-added features throughout the tour.
NOT INCLUDED:
International and domestic flights, meals and items not mentioned in the itinerary, gratuities and travel insurance.
