South Africa Experiences

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Set out on a journey across South Africa with a selection of activities carefully curated by kimkim. Head to Cape Town for a trip to the Cape Peninsula and Boulders Beach, where you can spot wildlife such as African penguins and zebra. Explore Kruger National Park on an afternoon game drive, or travel through charming Pongola to visit the Mlilwane Nature Reserve with its diverse habitats. In Johannesburg, delve into local history with a bicycle excursion through Soweto, or opt for a scenic Panorama Route excursion in Hoedspruit to take in the beautiful surrounding landscapes. 
On the lookout for the Big Five
Skukuza
Kruger Bush Day with Private Game Drives
5.0
(7)
Private
Embark on a thrilling adventure with two game drives at Kruger National Park, likely starting with a pickup from your Hazyview lodge. It's common to meet your expert ranger guide and explore the park in an open-top 4WD vehicle, with the possibility of spotting various bird species and possibly...
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
Morning Game Drive
5.0
(7)
Small group
Embark on an early morning safari drive in an open-air vehicle with an experienced guide and explore the wilderness. During the journey, you'll have the opportunity to spot wildlife, including the Big Five (elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes, and lions) as well as giraffes, zebras, and more,...
Hiking at the Cape of Good Hope
Simon's Town
Cape Peninsula & Penguins Excursion
5.0
(7)
8 hours
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Private
Start your South African adventure with a convenient pick-up from your Cape Town accommodation or a designated meeting point. You can take a scenic journey to Boulders Beach, passing by notable sights like Muizenberg Beach and Simon's Town. At Boulders Beach, it's common to get acquainted with...
Elephants may come very close to the vehicles
Southern Kruger National Park
Afternoon Game Drive
5.0
(4)
Small group
You might start your afternoon with a laid-back lunch or tea before embarking on a safari drive through the Greater Kruger Park in search of the Big Five. Led by expert guides, you'll likely explore the bush and encounter various wildlife as the golden dusk light provides the ideal photography...
Get close to elephants in their natural habitat
Kruger National Park
A Day at Kapama Game Reserve
5.0
(2)
Small group
Enjoy a day at Kapama, a luxury game reserve in greater Kruger National Park, where you can choose the activities you'd like to partake in and enjoy three meals. You can embark on an early morning and sunset family-friendly game drive, where you can spot over 350 bird species and 40 species of...
Take in the views from the Table Mountain summit
Franschhoek
Cape Town, Table Mountain, & Robben Island Excursion
4.5
(6)
9 hours
·
Private
Embark on a full-day private excursion of Cape Town, where you have the flexibility to choose your itinerary. You might start your day with hotel pickup and visit the Malay Quarter, Cape Town's city center, Company Gardens, Greenmarket Square, and the Castle of Good Hope. Then, you can board a...
Franschhoek Valley
Cape Town
Horseback Riding in the Winelands
5.0
(1)
1 hour
·
Small group
Begin your horseback riding adventure in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley, where an experienced guide may introduce you to your horse and provide a thorough safety briefing. Then, it's common to ride through lush lemon orchards, explore a local wine estate, and enjoy the mountainous landscape....
Take in the stunning landscapes
Cape Town
Table Mountain Adventurous Hike & Cable Car Descent
5.0
(1)
Private
Begin your adventure in Cape Town with transfer from your accommodation to the designated meeting point for a guided hike up Table Mountain. Instead of the traditional path, your guide will likely lead you on the less traveled, more adventurous India Venster route, with steep and exposed sections...
Take in beautiful landscapes
Hoedspruit
Panorama Route Excursion
5.0
(1)
6 hours
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Private
Head out on a Panorama Route excursion, taking in the beautiful natural formations and picturesque towns of the Lowveld. Start with hotel pick-up in Hoedspruit before being chauffeured through scenic landscapes while gaining insights about the local geology and wildlife. Highlights include the...
Taste 8 different wines
Franschhoek
Cape Winelands Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Excursion
4.5
(2)
Private
Start your excursion to South Africa's fertile Cape Winelands region with hotel pick-up in Cape Town and make your way to Fairview Wine & Cheese, a sustainable vineyard and goat farm, where you may learn to pair eight different wines with cheese and olives. Next, it's common to take a...
Enjoy various wine tastings
Cape Town
Visit to the Cape Winelands District
4.5
(2)
Private
Embark on a full-day excursion to visit various wineries and popular destinations, starting with pick-up from your accommodation in Cape Town. Your first stop might be the Neethlingshof Estate, where you can enjoy a delightful wine tasting before you explore the historic town of Stellenbosch....
Enjoy learning to make authentic Cape Malay dishes
Paarl
Bo-Kaap District Walk and Cape Malay Cooking Class
4.0
(1)
Small group
Start this Cape Town experience in the vibrant Bo-Kaap district, known for its brightly colored houses and evocative aroma of spices, with a guided walk exploring local highlights and history. Afterward, a local may invite you into their home for an immersive cooking experience where you can...
Land rovers
Kruger National Park
Sunset Game Drive in Kruger National Park
3.0
(1)
3 hours
·
Small group
Embark on an exhilarating sunset game drive in the Kruger National Park, beginning with a late afternoon departure from your lodge in an open Land Cruiser. Throughout the three-to-four-hour adventure, an expert guide may educate you about Africa's extensive wildlife, flora, and fauna, with...
Kleinbaai
Shark Cage Diving Adventure
Start your full-day shark diving adventure with breakfast and a wetsuit fitting at the Great White House in Kleinbaai. Here, you'll also likely receive a safety briefing and a lesson on Great White Sharks from a marine biologist and an expert crew. Next, you may enjoy a thrilling boat ride to...
Cape Town
Traditional African Dinner
3 hours
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Self guided
Start your cultural journey in Cape Town with a traditional African dinner with drumming and other entertainment. You may enjoy a 14-dish tasting menu designed to be shared and gain insight into the ingredients and culture of each dish's origin country. Typically, all meals are Halaal-certified,...
Enjoy learning from a local guide
Cape Town
Historic Cape Town City Walk
Small group
Set off on a city walk through Historic Cape Town, beginning at the Company's Garden, a lush public park dating back to the 1650s. Then, your guide may lead you to the Iziko Slave Lodge, a national museum dedicated to preserving the region's history of slavery. From here, it's common to head to...
Johannesburg
Making a mark in the City - Street Art Tour
2 hours
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Private
Experience the cultural vibrancy of Johannesburg with a guided graffiti street art tour through Newtown precinct, a hub for arts, entertainment, and history. Beginning at Mary Fitzgerald Square, your local guide will offer a fresh perspective on street art, linking it with hip-hop culture and...
Enjoy a wine tasting
Cape Town
Excursion of the Cape Peninsula with a Wine Tasting
Small group
Begin your Cape Town adventure with an early morning pickup and a scenic drive through Constantia and Ou Kaapse Weg in Noordhoek. Your journey will likely continue to Cape Point Nature Reserve, where you can visit the Cape of Good Hope and climb the New Cape Point Lighthouse, which offers...
Cape Town
Cape Hope Paragliding
1 hour
·
Discover the thrill of paragliding over Cape Town's beautiful landscapes with this tandem flight experience. Depending on weather conditions, you might take off from either Signal Hill or Lion's Head, where you'll soar above the city with panoramic views of Table Mountain. You don't need prior...
Biking around Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Bicycle Excursion of Soweto
Small group
Begin your half-day bicycle excursion of Soweto in Phomolong, where you can learn about the impact of apartheid on different generations before heading to Mzimhlophe to visit the only former women's hostel home for rural domestic workers. Next, it's common to see anti-apartheid activist Lillian...
Learn about the reserve from a knowledgeable Swazi guide
Pongola
Mlilwane Nature Reserve Visit
Private
Kick off your day with a morning pick-up from your lodge and a guided tour of Pongola village with a local Swazi guide. The journey will likely continue with a private transfer to Mlilwane Nature Reserve, Eswatini's renowned sanctuary for diverse habitats, including woodland, grassland, forest,...

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