From Cape Town: The great 12-Day Tour to Johannesburg
ID: GYG859156-1355842
Category:
Country: South Africa
Duration:
12 days
Description
Embark on a 12-day tour from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Visit the southernmost tip of Africa, see the Big 5 on game safari, explore the Garden Route, hiking, boat cruises, wine tasting and much more.
Embark on a 12-day adventure through South Africa's diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage. Starting in Cape Town, head to Betty’s Bay to see African penguins, followed by whale watching in Hermanus, a wine-tasting experience at Benguela Cove, and a visit to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa.
On day two, visit the charming town of Swellendam, go on a safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve, and spend the evening in Mossel Bay. Continue through the Garden Route, where you’ll explore Wilderness and the Knysna Heads, take a sunset cruise on Knysna Lagoon, and stay in Knysna.
On day four, hike in Robberg Nature Reserve and relax on Plettenberg Bay’s beaches. Adrenaline seekers will love day five at Bloukrans Bridge, home to the world’s highest bungee jump (own expense), followed by a tour of Port Elizabeth.
Coastal vibes continue with visits to Port Alfred and East London, culminating in a night in East London. In the Wild Coast region, explore Mvezo, Nelson Mandela's birthplace, the Mthatha Museum, and stay in Mthatha.
Day eight is a cultural and scenic highlight, featuring the Mandela Capture Site, Howick Falls, and arrival in Durban for the night. After a brief Durban tour on day nine, venture to St Lucia Estuary in iSimangaliso Wetland Park for a memorable hippo and crocodile boat cruise.
Days 10-11 immerse you in Mpumalanga, with a full-day Kruger National Park safari, where you can see Africa’s Big 5, elephants, lions, bufalloes, rhino, leopard and many more animals, and following day visits to the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and Berlin Falls.
The tour concludes on day twelve as you travel through Mpumalanga, arriving in Johannesburg. Enjoy 11 nights of comfortable accommodations with bed and breakfast.
Highlights
- Discover the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas and take a photo
- Enjoy a wine-tasting experience at Benguela Cove in Hermanus
- See the Big 5 on a safari at the Botlierskop Game Reserve and Kruger National Pk
- Explore the Garden Route and visit the Knysna Heads
- Visit the birthplace of Nelson Mandela in Mvezo and Mthatha Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check weather conditions and dress appropriately
Appropriate shoes for hiking
Be prepared for early starts
Respect local customs and wildlife
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.