Stunning South Africa escape to Kruger Park, Cape Town and more
- Round trip
- 9 or 10 nights
- total price from £ 3,198.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
An iconic tour from big city sights to safari wilderness, with flights, transfers, hotel options, Table Mountain highlight & optional excursions
Day 1: UK/Ireland - Johannesburg
Get excited as your flight takes off from home, en route to your first stop: Johannesburg. From here you'll be transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Johannesburg
Touch down in Johannesburg and freshen up at your hotel before venturing out into the artsy and eclectic atmosphere of the city. Tour some eye-opening historical sites such as Nelson Mandela’s house, or explore the trendy and diverse Maboneng district. Here you can sample a heavenly hoard of international cuisine and stroll past bold, spirited street art. Get a good night’s sleep before breakfasting at your hotel and setting off into the wild tomorrow.
Set the tone for the rest of your holiday by opting for either the Gastronomic or Adventure Package, with exciting perks and excursions across the coming days (see ‘optional excursion packages’ in the additional information below).
(Meals: breakfast)
Day 3-5: Johannesburg - Kruger National Park
Today, prepare for a scenic drive of about five and a half hours, with a refreshment stop to stock up on any food. Watch out the window as the cityscape transforms into South Africa’s wild natural beauty and warm subtropical climate.
Settle into your hotel for a good night’s sleep, and rise and shine for your exciting full-day 4x4 game drive through Kruger National Park. Breakfast is served on the go, as you observe lions and rhinos wake with the sunrise. You’ll be able to stop for lunch at the restaurant (not included), before snapping more shots of the majestic wildlife all afternoon, followed by a delightful dinner and good night’s rest.
The next day, make the most of your leisure time in this lush landscape of wild African beauty: enjoy a spot of bird watching or plan a picnic in a designated spot. If you’re itching to meet more of the park’s inhabitants, opt for the full-day safari and discover the remote stretches of Kruger. You’ll get the chance to see elephants, buffalos, giraffes, impalas, zebras and lions up close, with a packed lunch included.
Top packing tip: comfortable shoes, a warm and rainproof jacket, sunhat, sun cream and a camera.
(Meals: breakfast and dinner)
Day 6: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - Cape Town
After breakfast, prepare for a day of travel with some impressive sightseeing thrown in. You’ll get the chance to buy lunch en route and marvel at the stunning shifting scenes of South Africa’s rural villages, highland valleys and forests. Just outside Joburg, behold the impressive Union Buildings in Pretoria, the official headquarters of the South African government. Catch your flight for your fantastic final destination: Cape Town awaits. From here, you’ll be transferred to your hotel.
(Meals: breakfast)
Day 7-9: Cape Town
Awaken to the unmatched beauty of coveted Cape Town, with its picturesque waterfront houses, dramatic mountainous backdrop and fascinating melting pot of culture and history. After breakfast, get ready to embark on your hop-on hop-off bus tour, with 30 different stops to cherry pick for your favoured attractions. Once you’ve ‘done’ the city, it’ll be time to glide up in the cable car to Table Mountain and behold staggering views across land and sea, a veritable bucket-list moment.
The next day, enjoy breakfast followed by leisure time in town, where you can catch anything you missed yesterday. Check out the city’s many museums, sample some fine seafood and hit the bustling Mojo Market for top-notch cocktails. Wine lovers should choose to join the Cape Winelands excursion to the renowned wine-producing region in South Africa, a truly picturesque vineyard scene in which to sample some world-class wines.
On your last full day in Cape Town, enjoy breakfast before squeezing every last drop from the coastal capital. The Watershed is an artsy, boutique market where you might find a souvenir to take home, and there are vintage stores to browse throughout the city. To really see it all, why not opt for the full-day tour of Cape Peninsula, including beachy Clifton, the Twelve Apostles, a visit to the Cape of Good Hope and its penguin colonies, and more.
(Meals: breakfast)
Day 10-11: Cape Town - UK/Ireland
Depending on the time of your flight, savour your last breakfast before getting ready to wave Cape Town farewell. Sit back and smile over all the warm and colourful memories, before touching down at home the following day.
Included
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One night in Johannesburg
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Three nights near Kruger Park
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Four nights in Cape Town
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Breakfast included in Johannesburg and Cape Town
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Half-board basis included near Kruger Park
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Day 4: Full-day 4x4 game drive at Kruger National Park
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Day 6: Union Buildings visit in Pretoria
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Day 7: Hop-on hop-off city bus and Table Mountain cable car in Cape Town
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Range of optional activities and excursions as per the itinerary
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Flights are included from your selected airport to Johannesburg, returning from Cape Town
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Domestic flight included from Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Hand luggage and hold luggage allowance per person (see travel details)
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Shared transfers in air-conditioned vehicles with English-speaking driver
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This holiday is supplied by Exoticca Travel and is ATOL protected (ATOL 11248)
Trip details
Day 1: Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport (charm category hotel)
Located not far from the airport for your convenience, Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport is a comfy and cosy base to kick off your adventure. There’s a courtyard swimming pool for a refreshing swim after your travels, bordered by a sunny brick terrace and lush greenery. Raise a glass to a…
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Read moreTravel details
Flights are included from your selected airport to Johannesburg, returning from Cape Town, South Africa.
A 8kg hand luggage and a 22kg hold luggage allowance per person is included, as well as shared airport transfers.
Please note that baggage weight and size restrictions may vary between airlines, please check airline terms and conditions.
From London Heathrow to Johannesburg, South Africa, with Turkey Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, Kenya Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, British Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Air France, or similar (maximum one stop):
Outbound: departing between 08:00 and 23:59, arriving into Johannesburg between 06:00 and 23:59
Inbound: departing Cape Town between 06:00 and 23:59, arriving between 05:00 and 23:59
From London Gatwick to Johannesburg, South Africa, with Turkey Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, or similar (maximum one stop):
Outbound: departing between 08:00 and 23:59, arriving into Johannesburg between 06:00 and 23:59
Inbound: departing Cape Town between 06:00 and 23:59, arriving between 05:00 and 23:59
From Manchester to Johannesburg, South Africa, with Lufthansa, Swiss International Air lines, Turkish Airlines, KLM , Qatar Airways, British Airways, Ethiopian Airlines or similar (maximum one stop):
Outbound: departing between 08:00 and 23:59, arriving into Johannesburg between 06:00 and 23:59
Inbound: departing Cape Town between 06:00 and 23:59, arriving between 05:00 and 23:59
From Birmingham to Johannesburg, South Africa, with Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, KLM, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines or similar (maximum two stops):
Outbound: departing between 08:00 and 23:59, arriving into Johannesburg between 06:00 and 23:59
Inbound: departing Cape Town between 06:00 and 23:59, arriving between 05:00 and 23:59
From Newcastle to Johannesburg, South Africa, with Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Airlines or similar(maximum two stops):
Outbound: departing between 08:00 and 23:59, arriving into Johannesburg between 06:00 and 23:59
Inbound: departing Cape Town between 06:00 and 23:59, arriving between 05:00 and 23:59
Besides the above mentioned airports, you also can select one of the following as your departure airport: Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Dublin. The supplier will provide you the airline and the flight times at a later stage.
Please note that both your outbound and inbound flights are overnight, so please bear this in mind when planning the time you'll be away. The date you select as your check-in date will be the day you'll fly out from the UK, and you'll arrive in South Africa the following day to commence your eight-night holiday. The check-out date will be the day that you'll board your inbound flight back to the UK. Since your inbound is also overnight, you'll be away for a total of 10 nights.
Additional Information
Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and our trusted partner for the provision of your booking. Our trusted partner is liable for the proper execution of the agreement. Section 2 (individual travel services) of The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (B) and The terms and conditions of our trusted partner apply to this booking. |
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Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. For some countries (e.g. Singapore, Thailand), you may be required to complete a Digital Arrival Card or other immigration procedures prior to or upon arrival. We recommend that you complete any required digital forms as early as possible to save time upon arrival. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
Estimated flight times | If your deal includes flights, the flight times shown are estimated and therefore subject to change. Please note that your preferred departure time cannot be guaranteed in every case. |
Cancellation and amendments | To make changes to your planned itinerary, to upgrade, or if you have any questions about your booking, please contact the supplier directly on +442076600340 or customercare@exoticca.com. To find out more about the policy for this offer, please visit the partner's website: https://www.exoticca.com/uk |
Flight confirmation disclaimer | Flight times and carriers will be confirmed by Exoticca Travel UK Ltd after you have made your booking. Within 7 days of confirming your booking with us, you’ll receive an email from the supplier, Exoticca Travel UK Ltd, with your final booking confirmation detailing the exact flight times confirmed for your specific reservation. The flight time will be within the time parameters and possible airlines detailed in this offer. |
Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |
Additional passport information | Passport with a minimum validity of six months from date of entry and two blank consecutive pages. Check the special requirements for travelling with children in South Africa: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa/entry-requirements |
Info needed for booking | Name, middle name and last name as as written in the passport. |
Further travel requirements | No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days. |
Deposit | Please note that a deposit of 35% of the travel price must be paid within 48 hours of your booking; the remaining balance of 65% is due no later than 60 days before departure. The travel booking only becomes binding when you receive our travel confirmation. |
Optional excursion packages | Make the most out of your time in South Africa! Why not add one of the optional excursion packages during the next step of the booking process (it’s only possible to do one of the two). Gastronomic Package: two meals in Cape Town’s top restaurants, a Bo-Kaap Cooking Tour and Cape Winelands Excursion.* *Please note: a minimum of 4 participants are required in order for the Gastronomic Package to operate. If there are not enough participants, it will be cancelled and you will be refunded when you return from your trip. Adventure Package: a Full-Day Kruger Game Drive, an exciting Shark Cage Diving Experience, and an Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking Excursion.* *Please note: Children are not allowed to take part in the Adventure package. |
Optional excursions overlap | Please note on optional excursions and packages: before selecting optional excursions, please check the inclusions of the optional excursion packages to ensure you are not selecting an excursion already included in your chosen package. Please note:
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Accommodation | Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards. |
Weather conditions | In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice. |
Internet and facilities during travel | While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with WiFi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection. |
Reduced mobility access | If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met. |
Receiving documents | Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process. |