Upon arrival you will be met and assisted to your shuttle transfer service to the hotel. You have the remainder of the day at leisure until 19h00 when we all meet at the hotel reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet up with your fellow travelers.
Accommodation: Johannesburg for 1 night

This morning we leave for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld. Travel along the circular Panorama Route via Graskop, visiting the view sites of the Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa; gasp at the glory of God’s Window with a boundless view of mountains and fertile plains and finally a visit to Bourke’s Luck Potholes before heading to Hazyview. (B)
Distance travelled today: 500 kms
Accommodation: Hazyview for 2 nights

We have a bright and early start to the day in order to experience the wonders of exploring the Kruger National Park in our closed touring vehicle. Spend a morning with the Big Five in the Kruger National Park. The Park is an internationally renowned game reserve of nearly 2 million hectares and supports the largest variety of wildlife species on the African continent. Keep a lookout for the wonderful flora and bird life that abounds. We return to our hotel around lunch time and your afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Distance travelled today: 200 kms

This morning, after breakfast, we check out and depart on our journey to Eswatini. We proceed south to Malalane and then onto Eswatini where this afternoon you will visit a real Chief’s village and have a fantastic opportunity to gain an authentic knowledge of traditional Eswatini culture. (B)
Distance travelled today: 280 kms
Accommodation: Mbabane, Eswatini for 1 night

This morning we journey through Eswatini into Zululand stopping en route to bargain for curios and souvenirs at the Roadside markets. Our journey continues into the Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal where the ancient traditions and the modern cultures of both Zulu and Settler have combined into a vibrant society living in peace and harmony. Arrive this afternoon in the Umfolozi area for your overnight stay. (B)
Distance travelled today: 350 kms
Accommodation: Hluhluwe for 1 night

Guest have the option to lie in or take an optional morning boat cruise (own account) or simply soak up the atmosphere of this tourist town St Lucia before heading off later in the morning to Durban. In Durban, an orientation tour introduces us to this multicultural vibrant seaside city before arriving at our hotel late afternoon. (B)
Distance travelled today: 320 kms
Accommodation: Umhlanga for 1 night

This morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast or perhaps enjoy an early morning cab ride for a stroll along Umhlanga Beach Promenade which buzzes with energy as surfers, joggers and cyclist take to this seaside playground. Then we head into the majestic southern Drakensberg Mountains. We proceed on a visit to the 300 foot high Howick Falls, continuing through the Southern Midlands Meander Route, arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon. Your afternoon is at leisure to soak up the surroundings or go fishing. Hiking and even horse riding in clean mountain air (own account). (B/D)
Distance travelled today: 280 kms
Accommodation: Drakensberg for 2 nights

Full day at leisure to soak up the surroundings of the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Today a host of leisure activities awaits you against a breath-taking back drop of tranquil beauty. (B/D)

This morning we continue south to the Eastern Cape entering the fourth of the provinces and the birth place of Nelson Mandela (fondly known as Madiba). En route we see the old traditional way of life in the homeland area known as the Transkei and stop for lunch outside the capital of Umtata. We continue via Nelson Mandela’s birth place and house arriving late afternoon at our accommodation in Chintsa East, on the beautiful, unspoiled Eastern Cape Coast. (B/D)
Distance travelled today: 520 kms
Accommodation: Chintsa, East London for 1 night

We awake on the sounds of the crashing waves and have the morning at leisure to unwind with beach sand between our toes. The beach stretches on uninterrupted for many kilometers and the thick indigenous beach forest is a haven for and amazing variety of birdlife. We set off after lunch heading south to Port Elizabeth. (B)
Distance travelled today: 340 kms
Accommodation: Port Elizabeth for 1 night

Today our journey continues towards the Cape. Visit the Tsitsikamma Forest which provides scenic walking opportunities. A short walk to the Storms River mouth offers some magnificent views of the gorge and river below. Arrive in Knysna late afternoon for check in at our hotel. (B/D)
Distance travelled today: 300 kms
Accommodation: Knysna for 1 night

After breakfast, we Travel inland over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the “feather capital of the world” because of its ostrich industry. We visit a working ostrich farm and then explore the
famous Cango Caves. Walk (the more adventurous may crawl!) around the famous Cango Caves with their magnificent dripstone formations of stalactites and stalagmites. Overnight in Mossel Bay. (B)
Distance travelled today: 360 kms
Accommodation: Mossel Bay for 1 night

Today’s journey ends in Cape Town. On the way we stop off in Albertinia to visit a well-known aloe factory. In this area, the Cape Aloe grows wild on many farms, and is still harvested in the traditional, labour-intensive way, providing a livelihood for unskilled, independent tappers. We drive via Swellendam, Worcester and through the Huguenot Tunnel before arriving in Cape Town in the late afternoon. (B)
Distance travelled today: 420 kms
Accommodation: Cape Town for 2 nights

Enjoy a day at leisure in the “Mother City” where a visit to the V&A Waterfront is recommended. Enjoy quality time exploring this beautiful city or go on one of the optional excursion offered. (B)