Itinerary suggestions

Itinerary 1: Cape Town – Garden Route – Safari

Duration: 10 days / 9 nights | Accommodation: 3–4★ | Self-drive or guided

Theme: City, nature, wine regions, coastal landscapes, and safari (malaria-free)

Ideal for: First-time South Africa travelers, families, self-drive enthusiasts, and golfers

Route:
Cape Town – Cape Peninsula – Stellenbosch – Garden Route – Knysna – Tsitsikamma – Port Elizabeth – Safari

Day 1 – Arrival in Cape Town

Arrive in Cape Town and transfer to your hotel. Stay at a 3–4★ hotel in the city center or near the V&A Waterfront. Evening at leisure with the option for dinner at the waterfront.

Day 2 – Cape Town & Table Mountain

Guided city tour: Bo-Kaap, Company's Garden, and the historic center. Weather permitting, take the cable car to Table Mountain. Afternoon free for personal exploration.

Day 3 – Cape Peninsula & Penguins

Full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula: drive along Chapman's Peak, visit Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, and see the penguins at Boulders Beach.

Day 4 – Wine Tour: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek

Visit some of South Africa's most renowned vineyards for wine tastings and lunch at a winery.

Day 5 – Begin the Garden Route (Self-drive)

Pick up your rental car and drive to the Garden Route. Overnight in the Wilderness or Knysna area.

Day 6 – Knysna & Tsitsikamma

Explore the Knysna Heads, Tsitsikamma National Park, suspension bridges, and coastal trails.

Golf option: Garden Route Golf Club or Simola Golf & Country Club.

Day 7 – Relax on the Garden Route

Free day for beach walks, hiking, boat trips, or golf. Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 8 – Safari near Port Elizabeth

Drive to your safari lodge (Addo Elephant Park or a private reserve). Evening game drive with a guide.

Day 9 – Safari Experiences

Morning and afternoon game drives. Excellent chance to see elephants, lions, rhinos, and buffalo.

Day 10 – Departure

Breakfast and onward flight from Port Elizabeth, or return to Cape Town.

Itinerary 2: Cape Town & Kruger – Classic Safari

Duration: 10–11 days / 9–10 nights | Accommodation: 3–4★

Theme: City experiences + Africa's legendary safari

Ideal for: Nature and wildlife enthusiasts

Route:
Cape Town – Cape Peninsula – Winelands – Kruger / private safari reserve

Day 1 – Arrival in Cape Town

Transfer to your hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure.

Day 2 – Cape Town Highlights

Guided city tour and a cable car ride up Table Mountain for stunning views.

Day 3 – Cape Peninsula

Full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula, including Cape Point and the penguin colony at Boulders Beach.

Day 4 – Winelands

Explore Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, visiting top wineries and enjoying the scenic landscapes.

Day 5 – Flight to Kruger Area

Domestic flight via Johannesburg to the Kruger area. Transfer to your safari lodge.

Days 6–7 – Safari in Kruger

Morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five in their natural habitat. Full board at the lodge included.

Day 8 – Final Safari & Departure

Morning game drive followed by a flight back to Cape Town or onward home.

Safari in Kruger

Kruger National Park is one of the world's most famous safari destinations. Vast savannahs, abundant wildlife, and skilled guides ensure an unforgettable experience.