Embark on a 14-day, 13-night journey through the heart of South Africa — a country of awe-inspiring landscapes, diverse cultures, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. This thoughtfully curated itinerary takes you from the bustling energy of Johannesburg to the breathtaking coastline of Mossel Bay and the iconic beauty of Cape Town, before culminating in the untamed wilderness of the Kruger Private Reserves.
Over the course of two action-packed weeks, you’ll delve into South Africa’s rich history, explore dramatic coastlines, savour world-class cuisine and wine, and experience thrilling safaris in search of the Big Five. Expect seamless travel, comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, and expert local guides who bring every destination to life.
Whether it’s the panoramic views from Table Mountain, the charm of coastal towns, or the raw excitement of a game drive, each day promises new discoveries and lasting memories. This is South Africa at its finest — diverse, dynamic, and deeply enriching.
This truly will be a memorable trip of a lifetime!
FOR GROUND PORTIONS ONLY:
(No flights included in the below pricing)
FOR GROUND PORTION ONLY (No flights included – quoted separately):
US$5350.00 per person sharing on Double Occupancy
US$6650.00 per person on Single Occupancy
Price Includes
• This is a customized itinerary
• Accommodation as per itinerary
• Meals as per itinerary (B=Breakfast/L=Lunch/D=Dinner)
• Private driver/guide along the Garden Route and in Cape Town for 6 days
• Entrance fees as per activities on itinerary
• Activities as per itinerary
• Transfers and ground transportation mentioned in the itinerary
• Game activities as per itinerary
Price Excludes
• All International and domestic (US and Africa) airline tickets and applicable airport fees and taxes –Intra-Africa Flights QUOTED SEPARATELY!
• Extra Entrance fees to tourist attractions, activities or attractions not mentioned in the itinerary
• Any other tours or tourist entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
• Extra transport or transfers, taxi fares, after hours’ transport
• Extra optional activities while in the game reserves
• Personal, Medical and Travel Insurance
• Individual Tips or gratuities
• All costs of a personal nature: Telephone calls, bar bills, drinks, room service, laundry, refreshments, snacks, curios, gifts, etc. unless otherwise stated as included in the daily itinerary
• All levy/fee increases (Conservation, Bed, gate etc..) Ntaba reserves the right to pass along these increases from quoted costs if they occur
• Baggage Handling
PLEASE NOTE:
The above pricing is subject to change should there be a significant change in the exchange rate. The above pricing is based on a minimum of 12 travelers in the group and is subject to change should the group size be less than 12 travelers.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months past the end of your trip and must have 2 blank pages available per country for travel to Africa.
You must carry with you the credit card used to purchase your flights when you travel to Africa.
A NOTE ON FLIGHTS:
No flights are included in the above quote ground pricing.
Ntaba African Safaris can assist in securing the Intra-Africa flights needed for this itinerary.
A one-time non-refundable service fee of $50.00 per person will be applied for the Intra-Africa flight booking.
International flight bookings will be your responsibility.
Overnight USA to Africa
Upon arrival at the Johannesburg Airport, go through passport control, collect your luggage, and proceed through customs. You will be met by your escort and then walk to the City Lodge O.R. Tambo Hotel, which is conveniently located next to the airport. Check into your standard rooms for one night on a Bed and breakfast basis. Dinner is on your own account.
After breakfast and check-out, walk to the airport terminal to check in for your flight to George. Upon arrival at the George Airport, collect your luggage and be met at Arrivals by your private driver/guide holding a name board. He will be with you for your entire Garden Route and Cape Town trip.
Drive to Mossel Bay and check into your Seaview Rooms at The Point Hotel for three nights on a Bed and breakfast basis.
Dinner is on your own account and can be enjoyed at the hotel or at one of the local restaurants.
After breakfast at the hotel, depart with your private driver/guide and travel along the Garden Route to Storms River. As time permits, explore this beautiful part of South Africa, passing through Knysna and the Wilderness.
Return to your hotel for the overnight.
After breakfast at the hotel, depart with your private driver/guide and travel over the Outeniqua Mountain Range to Oudtshoorn. Visit an ostrich farm and the Cango Caves if they interest you. On your way back to Mossel Bay, visit Jakkalsvlei, a wine farm in Herbertsdale.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After check-out, visit the Diaz Museum and the Post Office Tree to learn about the area’s history. Explore Mossel Bay and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (on your own account).
After lunch, travel with your private driver/guide to Cape Town along the N2 and over Sir Lowry’s Pass. Enjoy the magnificent view of Table Mountain in the distance.
Check into the Commodore Hotel for 3 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
After breakfast, depart with your private driver/guide, and visit Table Mountain via the Cable Car (weather permitting), the World’s new Seventh Wonder, or Signal Hill (if weather does not allow the visit to Table Mountain’s summit). Visit The Diamond Works for a diamond cutting demonstration. You will find exquisitely unique hand-crafted jewelry pieces, authentic African craft, décor and gift items. Take a City Tour and see some of the places of interest in South Africa’s “Mother City”, such as Bokaap, before proceeding to the Groot Constantia Wine Estate, the oldest wine estate in South Africa, for a cellar tour and a wine tasting of some of their locally-grown wines.
After breakfast, depart from your hotel with your private driver/guide. Travel along the beautiful coast to Hout Bay. Continue driving along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive. Visit Cape Point, the most south-western point of the African Continent. Walk to the top of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean and the surrounding area.
Visit the local African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach. Afterwards, you can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking False Bay. In the afternoon, visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy this beautiful garden and the diverse selection of local plants and flowers. At the exit of the garden is a gift shop worth browsing through.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and be transferred to the Cape Town Airport to check in for your flight to Hoedspruit in the Greater Kruger Park. Upon arrival at the Hoedspruit Airport, be met and transferred to Imagine Africa Luxury Tented Camp in the Balule Private Game Reserve. Check into your luxury tent for 4 nights. Enjoy lunch and your first game drive that afternoon. You will have the chance to see the Big 5 – elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard.
A typical day in the Game Reserve:
Each morning, expect an early wake-up call. Gather for refreshments before heading out at first light. The “big cats” may still be around after their night of hunting. Game drives are conducted in open game vehicles with your skilled ranger and tracker to find the animals of Africa for you to admire. Between your morning and afternoon game drives, have some free time to relax or be treated at the Spa. Late afternoon, convene for high tea, before departing for the day’s second African Bush Safari. Enjoy a sundowner drink along the way, get out of the vehicle to stretch your legs, and watch the sunset. Return to the lodge for dinner.
After your morning game drive and breakfast, check out and be transferred to the Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg at the O.R. Tambo International Airport, check in for your flight back home, arriving back home the following day.
Arrive back in the U.S.A.
Welcome Home!