Uncover South Africa from its famous national parks to its quaint seaside towns. Spot the Big Five in Kruger and Addo Elephant Park and hike gorgeous trails in the Drakensberg and Tsitsikamma, including luxury stays throughout to unwind after activities. Travel dramatic coasts and vibrant landscapes that create standout memories.
South Africa
South Africa Indepth
19 days
ZAR 144,000
PER PERSON SHARING
ZAR 112,250
PER PERSON SHARING
What's Included?
- Kruger National Park
- Addo Elephant National Park
- Tsitsikamma National Park Hike
- St Lucia Boat Crusie
- Tugela Falls Hike
- Hluhluwe iMfolozi National Park
- 34 Meals Included
- Accommodation: Twin En-Suite
- Included Airport Transfers with Guided Tours
- Transport in a Hyndai Staria or similar
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Your Premium Experience
Private Guided vs Self Drive
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Your Premium Experience
Our Premium Journeys are designed for travelers who want comfort, character, and connection woven seamlessly into their African adventure. Staying in carefully selected 3–5 star lodges and boutique camps, you’ll enjoy en-suite rooms, hearty meals, and welcoming hospitality at the end of each day. With shorter travel days, more time is spent where it matters most—immersed in the landscapes, wildlife, and culture that make each destination unforgettable. Whether it’s a sunset boat cruise on a quiet river, a glass of wine by the fire, or waking up to birdsong in the bush, our itineraries are crafted to maximize unhurried, meaningful moments. Travel in smaller groups for a more personal experience, with expert guides who bring every story and sight to life. Premium Journeys strike the perfect balance of comfort and adventure, leaving you free to focus on the joy of discovery.
Private Guided vs Self Drive
Self-drive travel refers to a type of travel where the traveler rents a vehicle and drives themselves, taking full responsibility for navigating, driving, and managing the trip. It allows for greater independence, flexibility, and control over the itinerary, pace, and stops along the way. Self-drive travel can offer a sense of adventure and freedom, but also requires good driving skills and knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations.
On the other hand, private guided travel involves hiring a professional guide who serves as a local guide and driver, and takes care of the driving responsibilities. The traveler can focus on enjoying the trip and the destination without the stress of driving. The driver-guide provides local knowledge, expertise, and recommendations, and can offer a more immersive and personalized experience. It can be more expensive than self-drive travel but provides convenience, safety, and local insights.
Journey Itinerary
Pickup in Johannesburg and drive to Kruger. Settle into Buckler’s Africa Lodge overlooking the Crocodile River, gateway to the park. Enjoy modern comforts, river views, and optional activities like cruises or quad biking. Dinner included.
Spend two days exploring Kruger on guided game drives, searching for the Big Five and enjoying the park’s immense biodiversity. Relax back at the lodge between activities. All meals included.
Travel to Mpumalanga’s famous Panorama Route. Visit the Graskop Gorge Lift and forest trail, with sweeping escarpment views. Overnight at Angels View, a designer lodge perched above dramatic scenery. Breakfast included.
Drive to Hluhluwe–Imfolozi, Africa’s oldest reserve and stronghold for rhino conservation. Afternoon safari in Big Five territory, then unwind at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge. Meals included.
Morning and afternoon game drives, plus a community visit with the Isibindi Foundation. Meals included.
Scenic drive to St Lucia, encircled by iSimangaliso Wetlands. Afternoon estuary cruise to spot hippos, crocs, and birdlife. Overnight at Lidiko Lodge. Breakfast included.
Full-day Big Five safari in Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve, with bush breakfast and BBQ lunch. Optional night safari or turtle tour. Breakfast included.
Head to Durban. Free time in the morning, then a cultural tour including Gandhi’s Phoenix Settlement and the Ohlange Institute. Overnight on Durban’s beachfront. Breakfast included.
Visit Mandela Capture Site and Howick Falls en route to the Drakensberg. Evening 4x4 scenic drive. Overnight at Montusi Mountain Lodge with sweeping mountain views. Dinner and breakfast included.
Full-day hike to the Amphitheatre and Tugela Falls, one of the world’s highest waterfalls. Return to Montusi. Dinner and breakfast included.
Transfer from Durban to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Flight and breakfast included.
Morning transfer to Addo. Afternoon game drive in Addo Elephant National Park, home to the Big 7 and famed for its elephant herds. Settle into Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge, an exclusive retreat blending into the bush. Dinner included.
Morning game drive in the lodge’s private concession, followed by an afternoon 4x4 safari in Addo National Park. Chance to see elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino, and a wide variety of birdlife. Breakfast and dinner included.
Travel to Tsitsikamma, with its dramatic coastline, ancient forest, and rivers. Afternoon hike to the suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth. Overnight at The Fernery, perched above a waterfall with ocean views. Breakfast included.
Continue along the Garden Route to Knysna, known for its lagoon, forests, and vibrant waterfront. Optional boat cruise to the Knysna Heads. Stay at the unique Turbine Boutique Hotel, a converted power station. Breakfast included.
Stop at the Cango Caves before arriving at Botlierskop. Enjoy a luxury picnic on arrival and settle into your tented suite overlooking the reserve. Dinner and lunch included.
Enjoy sunrise and sundowner game drives in the private reserve, with chances to spot rhino, elephant, buffalo, antelope, and more. Return to the Tented Lodge for gourmet meals and relaxation. All meals included.
Transfer to Cape Town for drop-off. Breakfast included.
- All services except those listed
- Inbound Flights, Airport taxes
- Visas
- Porterage
- Tips and gratuities
- Anything of personal nature
If you require accommodation before or after your journey we can arrange this for you. We can also arrange airport transfers – contact your travel agent or Nomad to make these bookings.
Nomad has a non-profit Trust that looks after the people, animals and places that we visit. We realise that a footprint is left where we travel and for this reason, the Nomad Africa Trust was established. Your donation to the Trust is called a “Green Seat”. If you would like to help Nomad making Africa Greener, simply choose the tick box during your booking process (or contact us afterwards to add it) and we will take care of the rest. The Nomad African Trust is responsible for the administration of the funds collected from the sale of the green seats and these funds are distributed to various projects as identified by the Trust.
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