10D9N Best of South Africa

10 Days

You don't need weeks to have an unforgettable South African adventure. In just 10 days, this trip takes you from Cape Town's stunning sights to the wildlife wonders of Kruger National Park — packing in tons of fun along the way. Explore Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain before heading off for a full week of safari magic in Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park. Spot the Big Five on thrilling safari drives, savour a mouthwatering South African braai (barbecue), and visit Jane Goodall’s Chimp Eden to learn about vital conservation efforts. It’s the ultimate city-and-safari combo in just over a week — what are you waiting for?

DepartureCape Town
ReturnJohannesburg
Min. travellers2
Booking periodNow till Dec 2027
Travel periodSept 2026 till Dec 2027

Tour Highlights

  • Wildlife Safari Drive
  • Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing.
  • Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive.
  • Chimp Eden Tour.
  • Free time in Cape Town.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Attend an evening welcome meeting at the joining hotel before an optional group dinner.

Day 2 Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast and then depart for Table Mountain. Ride to the top on the cable car and explore the area on hiking trails leading to scenic views before riding back down. Spend the afternoon on your own partaking in one of the many optional activities in the area. Tonight, choose to attend another group dinner to celebrate your beautiful day in this vibrant city.

breakfast

Day 3 Cape Town - Johannesburg

Transfer to the airport in the morning and fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Settle in to your hotel and prepare for the next leg of your adventure.

breakfast · dinner

Day 4 Johannesburg - Greater Kruger Area

Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today’s long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.

breakfast · lunch · dinner

Day 5 Greater Kruger Area

Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to view the wildlife in Kruger National Park. When you return, enjoy an included Braai dinner to get a true taste of South African fare.

breakfast · lunch · dinner

Day 6 Kruger National Park Area

Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.

breakfast · dinner

Day 7 Kruger National Park Area

Another full day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4×4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.

breakfast · dinner

Day 8 Kruger National Park Area

Spend a free day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.

breakfast · dinner

Day 9 Kruger - Johannesburg

After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.

breakfast

Day 10 Johannesburg

Depart at any time.

breakfast

What's included

Included

  • Accommodations
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Internal flight between Cape Town to Johannesburg
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Not included

  • International air ticket
  • Travel insurance
  • Others not mentioned above

Prices & dates

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Your hotels

Cape Diamond Boutique Hotel

★★★★

Cape Town 117 Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Set in a business district, this traditional, Art Deco-style hotel is 1.5 km from Cape Town International Convention Centre and 3.4 km from the lively Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Classic, individually styled rooms feature city views, satellite TV, Wi-Fi (fee), and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Some have soaking baths. Children 11 and under stay free. Amenities include a restaurant and conference facilities.

Hotel Sky Sandton

Sandton 150 West Street Corner West Street and, Maude St, Sandton, 2031, South Africa

Set in the financial district of Sandton, this polished hotel is 16 km from downtown Johannesburg. It's a 6-minute walk from both Sandton City shopping centre and Sandton Convention Centre. Modern rooms with colourful accents feature Wi-Fi, smart TVs and safes, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add separate living rooms and free-standing tubs. Amenities include an elegant restaurant/bar with floor-to-ceiling windows, which offers regular live performances. There's also a gym, a heated outdoor pool and a poolside bar, as well as a guest laundry and conference facilities. Breakfast and parking are available.

Bushveld Terrace Hotel on Kruger

★★★★

Phalaborwa Hendrik Van Eck St, Phalaborwa, 1390, South Africa

Set in a leafy compound surrounded by the African Bushveld, this refined hotel is a 13-minute walk from Kruger National Park's Phalaborwa Gate. It's 2 km from Hendrik Van Eck Airport. The airy, woodsy-chic rooms feature TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. All have free-standing bathtubs, plus patios/balconies with bush or pool views. Family rooms sleep up to 4 guests. A suite adds a 4-poster canopy bed and a minibar. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a bar and a refined restaurant with stone walls. There are open-air and covered terraces, along with a playground. A breakfast buffet is served, and there's Wi-Fi.

SleepOver Orpen Gate

★★★

Welverdiend Orpen Gate, Welverdiend, 1380, South Africa

Hotel Numbi & Garden Suites

★★★

Hazyview R40, Hazyview, 1242, South Africa

Set on 10-hectares of gardens, this casual hotel is a 9-minute walk from Artefunto Art Gallery, 3 km from Perry's Bridge Reptile Park and 13 km from the Numbi gate entrance to Kruger National Park. Housed in a quaint converted farmhouse with thatched roofs, the relaxed rooms provide old-school TVs with cable channels. Some rooms feature balconies, while the suites add private patios. Room service is offered. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a conservative restaurant, and a relaxed, open-air lounge with a bar.
From MYR 12,446 Tap for price options

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