South Africa Experience 27th October – 6th November 2025
Price for one tour per person
Tour Features
| Length | 11 days |
|---|---|
| Trip dates | 27th October – 6th November 2025 |
| Payment Plan | Split up the trip price of £1,399 into 3 payments: a 25% deposit, a 30% instalment 120 days prior, and your final balance due 90 days before. All payments are non-refundable. However, payments are transferable up until 90 days before the start date. |
| Carbon Footprint | 51 kg CO₂e per person |
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The South Africa Experience is an 11-day group trip that blends culture, wildlife, and unforgettable scenery into one epic adventure. Journey from the lively streets of Cape Town to the lush landscapes of the Garden Route, spotting the Big Five on safari, hiking dramatic coastal trails, and tasting world-class wines along the way. This South Africa adventure also connects you with local communities and small businesses, offering a responsible and authentic way to explore. With bucket-list highlights and off-the-beaten-path gems, this trip is your chance to see the very best of South Africa — with a likeminded crew by your side.
What’s Included?
- 10 nights of accommodation
- All transport between tour locations
- 10 breakfasts
- 1 light lunch
- Professional and trusted local guide to handle logistics
- Sunset cruise with breathtaking views
- Township experience, connecting with local communities
- Guided visit to local markets
- Chapman’s Peak Drive, with stops for scenic views
- Guided tour of Cape Point Nature Reserve
- Visit to the Cape of Good Hope, the southwestern tip of Africa
- Visit Cape Point for panoramic views
- Guided walk with wild African penguins on the beach
- Enjoy a wine tram ride through scenic vineyards and wine tastings
- Explore Franschhoek, known for food, wine, and culture
- Walk the Hermanus cliff paths for whale watching
- Visit Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa
- Elephant observation bush walk
- Wilderness canoeing to a waterfall
- Safari game drive to spot the Big Five
- Guided exploration of Cape Town’s vibrant culture
What’s Excluded?
- International flights. You will want to book a flight that arrives and departs from Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Feel free to reach out to our lovely customer service team if you’d like any help finding flights!
- Your personal travel insurance.
- Some meals. Meals start as affordably as £3 per plate for some local dishes.
- Optional activities. Our itinerary is pretty jam-packed with included activities, however should you choose to do more in your free time, this is at your own expense.
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