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Southern Africa is one of the continent’s most fascinating destinations, and on this two-week trip, you’ll get the best of what this dynamic region has to offer. Going from Cape Town to Johannesburg, you’ll experience the mountains of Lesotho, coastal Zululand, and the hiking terrain of Tugela Gorge, capping it off with wildlife safari drives in Addo and Kruger national parks.
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Lesotho, Eswatini & South Africa
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalConsider booking pre-tour accommodation if you'd like to see all of the popular sights in the area.
Consider booking pre-tour accommodation if you'd like to see all of the popular sights in the area.
Day 2Travel into the Klein Karoo on the famous…
Travel into the Klein Karoo on the famous Route 62. Opt to enjoy a wine tasting along the way.
Day 3Before leaving Oudtshoorn
Before leaving Oudtshoorn, opt to explore the Cango Caves or visit an ostrich farm. Cross over the Outeniqua Mountains into the Garden Route. Stop at the Bloukrans Bridge for those brave enough to try the bungee jump, and arrive in the forest village of Stormsrivier for the night.
Day 4Enjoy free time in the morning to go hikingOptional activities in the area include hiking a portion of the Otter Trail or along the coastline, abseiling, scuba diving, snorkelling, boat rides, and canoeing.
Optional activities in the area include hiking a portion of the Otter Trail or along the coastline, abseiling, scuba diving, snorkelling, boat rides, and canoeing.
Day 5Enjoy a wildlife safari drive in our vehicleContinue on to Addo Elephant National Park, a unique wildlife area. Although famous for the Addo elephants, this park is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Embark on an afternoon wildlife safari drive (in our vehicle) in search of the resident elephants, rhinos, lions, buffalo, and even leopards. Listen to the wild sounds of Africa while enjoying a sundowner and sitting around the campfire at night.
Continue on to Addo Elephant National Park, a unique wildlife area. Although famous for the Addo elephants, this park is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Embark on an afternoon wildlife safari drive (in our vehicle) in search of the resident elephants, rhinos, lions, buffalo, and even leopards. Listen to the wild sounds of Africa while enjoying a sundowner and sitting around the campfire at night.
Day 6Travel into the vast semi-desert of the Great…
Travel into the vast semi-desert of the Great Karoo and overnight in the town of Graaff-Reinet, just outside the Camdeboo National Park. Opt to visit the Valley of Desolation for beautiful views over the surrounding area.
Day 7Cross the border into the highest independent state in the world
Cross the border into the highest independent state in the world.
Day 8Enjoy free time for hiking or horseback riding…
Enjoy free time for hiking or horseback riding along trails through this beautiful mountainous country.
Day 9Return to South Africa and set up camp…
Return to South Africa and set up camp in the foothills of the mountain.
Day 10Set off on an included hike along Tugela Gorge in Royal Natal NP
Set off on an included hike along Tugela Gorge in Royal Natal NP.
Day 11Travel to St Lucia on the coast of Zululand
Travel to St Lucia on the coast of Zululand.
Day 12Enjoy a free day to exploreTake an optional boat trip on the estuary or go horseback riding on the beach. Opt to visit Hluluwe - iMfolozi Park, which is a safe haven for both the white and black rhino, as well as lions, buffalo, elephants, and leopards.
Take an optional boat trip on the estuary or go horseback riding on the beach. Opt to visit Hluluwe - iMfolozi Park, which is a safe haven for both the white and black rhino, as well as lions, buffalo, elephants, and leopards.
Day 13Cross another border into Swaziland and stay…The mountainous Kingdom of Swaziland, lead by King Mswati III, is one of three monarchies in Africa. Explore Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, which is situated in the Swaziland’s “Valley of Heaven”, the Ezulwini Vallley.
The mountainous Kingdom of Swaziland, lead by King Mswati III, is one of three monarchies in Africa. Explore Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, which is situated in the Swaziland’s “Valley of Heaven”, the Ezulwini Vallley.
Day 14Cross back into South Africa and drive through…
Cross back into South Africa and drive through the famous Kruger National Park, to our safari camp just outside the gates.
Day 15Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive…
Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive in the Kruger Park (in our vehicle). Experience a traditional dinner and local dancing in the evening.
Day 16Transfer back to Johannesburg
JohannesburgTransfer back to Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city. The tour ends upon arrival.
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