Cape Town
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Mon to Sat at 08h30
Opportunity for cable car ride up Table Mountain (own account and weather permitting). Walk through historic Company Gardens, home of the Houses of Parliament, Greenmarket Square flea market and the Cape Malay Quarter. Explore The Castle and visit a diamond workshop.
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Mon to Sat at 08h30
Passing the Cape’s lovely beaches, drive along the breathtaking Chapman’s Peak Drive and arrive at the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, home to mountain zebra, eland and ostriches. Visit the naval port of Simon’s Town before returning to your hotel or the V&A Waterfront.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Mon to Sat at 08h30
Tour the Cape Winelands of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch and view the Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek. On to Stellenbosch, via the Helshoogte Pass, for a look at this historic town, a cellar tour
Duration: Half Day/Full Day*
Departs: Daily on request at 08h30
*Full day tour includes a 3 hour trip to the World Heritage Site, Robben Island.
Visit Bo-Kaap (Malay Quarter), the District Six Museum, the townships of Langa and Guguletu and an informal spaza shop, a shebeen (pub) and hostels. Half day tour ends.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Mon to Sat at 08h30
Combine the best of Cape Town with a trip to Cape Point in the morning via the beautiful Chapman’s Peak Drive and into the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Return to the V&A Waterfront via Simon’s Town before setting off to tour the Stellenbosch Winelands in the afternoon.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily at 08h30
Drive to Hout Bay, (optional Seal Island Cruise, time permitting) and along scenic Chapman’s Peak Drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Sit among the penguins at Boulder’s Beach before heading to Simon’s Town, then returning to Cape Town late afternoon.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Tue & Sat at 09h00 (Best Aug to Nov)
The tour begins by travelling along the coastal road to Hermanus for a chance to see a southern right whale breaching! We return to Cape Town over Sir Lowry’s Pass with its wondrous views of the Cape Peninsula.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily on request at 06h30
Depart early for Gansbaai and on to Dyer Island where you can surface view, snorkel or scuba dive (scuba dive certificate required) near this magnificent predator in its natural feeding ground. Equipment provided.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily on request at 06h00
The Aquila Private Game Reserve is home to 4 of the ‘Big Five’. Set off on a 2-3 hour game drive in a 4×4 vehicle with an experienced game ranger through the natural habitat of lion, hippo, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, rhino, ostrich, baboon, warthog and springbuck.
Johannesburg
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 13h00
Visit Constitution Hill (closed Sat & Sun), the home of our Constitutional Court and the site of Johannesburg’s Old Fort Prison. Proceed to downtown Johannesburg, where amid the inner city decay is heartening evidence of the many urban regeneration schemes underway. Learn about the workings of the Supreme Court and the symbolism of Gandhi Square before visiting the vibrant Market Theatre.
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 08h30
We take you through the streets of the sprawling township of Soweto, scene of the tragic riots in 1976. Despite crowded, chaotic conditions there is a sense of community in these neighbourhoods. Few who venture into Soweto are unmoved by what they witness.
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Tue to Sun at 08h15
Visit Gold Reef City, a reconstruction of Johannesburg during the Gold Rush era, and experience the Victorian fun fair, brewery, pubs, restaurants and performances of gumboot dancing routines. Watch molten gold being poured or take a trip down a mine shaft.
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Tue to Fri at 13h00
The Apartheid Museum takes visitors on a fascinating, horrifying, humbling and inspiring journey from the dark days of ‘whites only’ privilege through to Nelson Mandela’s historic release from prison. Documentary pieces of film, texts, sound clips and live accounts recapture life in the old South Africa.
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 13h00
Pretoria’s imposing museums and monuments trace this country’s extraordinary history. We visit the Voortrekker Monument, Kruger House, Church Square, the City Hall, the Opera House and the Union Buildings which was the scene of Nelson Mandela’s inauguration as President in 1994. Return toJohannesburg at about 17h00.
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 15h30
This afternoon/evening tour takes you to Lesedi Cultutral Village where families of various tribes live in traditional homesteads. The tour includes a multilingual multi visual orientation and a traditional African meal before returning to your hotel.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily at 07h00 – time to be confirmed
This full day tour takes you from Johannesburg to the Pilansberg Game Reserve for a guided game drive in search of the ‘Big Five’. On to Sun City where you have access to the casino, wave and swimming pools as well as the Lost City (own account) before returning to Sandton.
Durban
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 09h00
We explore the temples, churches and architecture Durban is blessed with, driving past the beautiful City Hall and Playhouse theatre complex before reaching the Indian market where you’ll have time to explore. Take a peek inside the Emanuel Cathedral before we head off to the informal settlement of Cato Manor. End the morning with tea at the beautiful Botanic Gardens (own account).
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 14h00
Enjoy an ‘edutainment’ tour to uShaka Marine World, a world class facility comprising a saltwater aquarium and a wonderful dolphin, seal and penguin show.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily at 09h00
A full day tour of the city taking in the cultural and historical contrasts and then proceeding to uShaka Marine World.This world class facility comprises a saltwater aquarium and the largest Dolphinarium in Africa, where you can view a dolphin, seal and penguin show.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Mon, Wed & Fri at 08h30
Spend an exhilarating day exploring the tropical beauty of Shaka’s birthplace, Zululand, and visit the largest Zulu kraal in Zululand. Here you’ll learn all about the culture and traditions of Zulus and witness the skill that goes into building their huts. Visit the iSangoma (witchdoctor) and enjoy the energy of the Zulu dancers, then tuck into a lunchtime feast!
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Tue, Thu & Sat at 07h00
Spend a day on safari in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, famous for its rhino conservation. The rest of the ‘Big Five’ are also here along with a variety of bird life. The tour includes game drives and a lunch at Hilltop Camp.
*Optional game drives in open safari vehicles available at a surcharge.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Tue, Thu & Sat at 06h30
We arrive at the World Heritage Site of Giant’s Castle in the central Drakensberg and set off on a 3 kilometre hike to view Bushmen paintings dating back 2 000 years. After a guided tour and a light lunch we return to Durban via the Midlands Meander route, with its many craft and farmers markets.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Tue, Thu & Sat at 06h30
(Please note: Visa conditions apply for Lesotho. Passports required).
After an early start, we head to Sani Pass via the rolling hills of KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Board a 4×4 vehicle and head up the steep Pass to the top which is in the Kingdom of Lesotho (passports required). Visit a traditional Sotho village and enjoy lunch while admiring the incredible views.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Wed & Fri at 06h45
Visit the battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, sites of the two most famous Anglo-Zulu Wars. The tour winds through some of the most beautiful scenery in KwaZulu-Natal ending up in Durban early evening.
*A Specialist Battlefield Guide is available on request, at a surcharge.
Kruger Park Area
Duration: Full Day Drive, Morning Drive, or Afternoon Drive
Departs: Daily
Summer 05h00 – 18h00
Winter 06h00 – 17h30
Our most experienced game rangers take you into South Africa’s largest game reserve, the Kruger National Park in specially modified open safari vehicles. This game reserve is unrivalled in its variety of wildlife and you will be sure to see a great many of them.
Please note: No children under 8 years
(Includes Conservation Levy)
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily on request at 04h00 in Summer & 05h00 in Winter (subject to availability)
Guests are transferred to the Kruger National Park for a conducted walk with an armed ranger in the wilderness areas, renowned for its rhino population. A ‘Big Five’ sighting is always a possibility.
(Please note: No children under 12 years)
(Includes Conservation Levy)
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Tue, Thu & Sat 08h00
We visit the charming village of Graskop before stopping to admire God’s Window. En route back to Hazyview, we visit the beautiful Lisbon and Berlin Falls.
Duration: Half Day (Brunch included)
Departs: Daily on request at 05h30 (subject to availability)
We visit Camp Jabulani in Kapama Private Game Reserve where you will experience an exciting elephant-back safari (duration approx 01h20). You will be seated on a comfortable canvas covered saddle, mounted behind an experienced elephant handler. This adventure allows you the opportunity of getting in close contact with wildlife. An unforgettable experience followed by a tour at the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre and brunch.
(Please note: No children under 16 years)
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Mon, Wed, Fri at 09h00
Drive along the Mpumalanga Escarpment on the way to view the beautiful rock formations of the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the boundless vistas of God’s Window and Wonderview. Visit Pilgrim’s Rest, a lovingly preserved mining village. View spectacular waterfalls along the way.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch included)
Departs: Tue, Thu & Sat at 09h00
Depart Hazyview, via Nelspruit to the village of Kaapsche Hoop. After a short break we drive up to the Blue Swallow Reserve with a resident bird expert. Wandering around the town, you will encounter the many wild horses that roam free around the village. Visit local artists in their homes, watch them at work and maybe purchase a unique piece to take home! En route to Hazyview we stop in Nelspruit at the beautiful Lowveld Botanical Gardens.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat at 08h00
We visit the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre to hear experts explain the various rehabilitation techniques used on injured birds and animals. Stop for lunch at Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre before an educational tour of the breeding and research station.
Duration: Full Day (Lunch Included)
Departs: Tue, Thu & Sat at 08h00
We visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon before touring the Echo Caves, scene of ancient conflict between the Swazi’s and Pedi’s. Marvel at the amazing caverns before continuing onto Khamai Reptile Park for an educational insight into reptiles, crocodiles and amphibians.
ontinue the drive by spotlight until returning to camp for dinner in the open air boma (weather permitting).
(Please note: No children under 5 years)
Garden Route Area
Duration: Half Day
Departs: Daily at 09h15 (from Knysna)
Take a ferry ride across Knysna’s magnificent estuary to a secluded nature reserve, home to a variety of wildlife. On arrival a 4×4 trailer takes you to the summit for a spectacular panorama of the Knysna basin and the sea. Stroll through a milkwood forest and the coastline and enjoy a lunch under the milkwood trees.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily on request at 09h00 (from Knysna)
Travel from Knysna, stopping to admire the Knysna ‘Heads’, Belvidere Church and the scenic Brenton-on-Sea. En route to Plettenberg Bay stop at the ‘Garden of Eden’ and a viewing point to hopefully spot dolphins, before going on to Birds of Eden, and then returning to Knysna.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily at 09h00 (from Knysna)
En route to the Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve, we visit the charming village of Plettenberg Bay. We head on to Nature’s Valley, travelling along mountain passes and river gorges, visiting the massive Outeniqua yellowwood tree, the Storm’s River Bridge and the Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve with a tour of Monkeyland on our return trip.
Duration: Full Day
Departs: Daily on request at 08h30 (from Knysna)
A spectacular drive over the Outeniqua Mountain Pass brings us to Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo. After a brief tour of the town we visit the Cango Caves, the Cango Wildlife Ranch and the Safari Ostrich Farm.
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