Discover the highlights of South Africa on this incredible seven-day adventure visiting the Greater Kruger National Park and Balule Game Reserve to spot the Big 5 as well as the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town.
Beginning at the famous Kruger National Park, you'll have three and a half days dedicated to ticking off the Big 5. You'll enjoy some of Kruger’s most spectacular landscapes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, birdlife and plantlife; sightings are special memories never to be forgotten.
Moving on, you'll spend the second half of your 7 day South Africa itinerary discovering the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town complete with its glorious backdrop of Table Mountain and the stunning Cape Peninsula. Discover the highlights of South Africa on this incredible seven-day adventure visiting the Greater Kruger National Park and Balule Game Reserve to spot the Big 5 as well as the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town.
Beginning at the famous Kruger National Park, you'll have three and a half days dedicated to ticking off the Big 5. You'll enjoy some of Kruger’s most spectacular landscapes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, birdlife and plantlife; sightings are special memories never to be forgotten.
Moving on, you'll spend the second half of your 7 day South Africa itinerary discovering the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town complete with its glorious backdrop of Table Mountain and the stunning Cape Peninsula.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Africa!
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On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, you'll check-in for your onward flight to Hoedspruit, the gateway to Kruger National Park. You are met on arrival in Hoedspruit and transferred to the Imbali Lodge where you are based for the next few days. You'll have lunch and dinner at the lodge and will have the entire day to relax in five-star luxury in the middle of the bush. The adventures of your 7 day South Africa itinerary begin tomorrow!
Accommodation
Imbali Safari Lodge★5 star
Activities
Kruger Game Drive
Restaurants
Imbali Safari Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodge
Transportations
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hoedspruit Aerodrome
Private Driver from Hoedspruit Aerodrome to Imbali Safari Lodge
Meals
Lunch and dinner
Destinations
Mpumalanga
Hoedspruit
Day 2
Big 5 Discovery
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Enjoy the day absorbing the sights and sounds of the real Africa. Kick-start your day before the sun rises, dunking a homemade rusk into a steamy cup of coffee before setting off on your morning safari with your assigned ranger. Watch as the bush awakens around you; the dew glistens on the webs of the Golden Orb spider and Lilac Breasted Rollers flash their startling sky-blue bellies as they flit past your game vehicle. In the evening, you'll head out once again into the bush on safari.
Accommodation
Imbali Safari Lodge★5 star
Activities
Morning Game Drive in Balule Nature Reserve
Kruger Game Drive
Restaurants
Imbali Safari Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Mpumalanga
Limpopo
Hoedspruit
Day 3
On the Lookout for the Big 5
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You may not have seen all of the Big 5 so today represents yet another opportunity to keep exploring, sightings are special memories never to be forgotten. Enjoy some of Kruger’s most spectacular landscapes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, birdlife and plantlife within the Mluwati Concession, ensuring that each safari experience will be unique.
Accommodation
Imbali Safari Lodge★5 star
Activities
Kruger Game Drive
Kruger Game Drive
Restaurants
Imbali Safari Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Mpumalanga
Hoedspruit
Day 4
Farewell Big 5 and Hello Cape Town
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Bid farewell to the bush and say hello to the cosmopolitan town of Cape Town. This morning, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg and connection to Cape Town. You are met at the Cape Town Airport by a representative and transferred to the Cape Milner Hotel - your base of exploration for the next few days. You'll check-in, relax and enjoy a day of leisure or exploring this wonderful city.
Accommodation
The Cape Milner Hotel★4 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Imbali Safari Lodge to Hoedspruit Aerodrome
Plane from Hoedspruit Aerodrome to Cape Town International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Mpumalanga
Cape Town
Day 5
Discover Cape Town
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Enjoy a day at leisure or discover the city and its magical gems. Why not discover the city on a half-day walking tour which aims to climb under the skin of the city so that by the end of the day you understand the pulse of the city. Explore the city's history, the people, their cultures, their cuisines, as well as contemporary Cape Town and its artisanal trends.
Accommodation
The Cape Milner Hotel★4 star
Activities
Cape Town City Walking TourOptional Activity
Restaurants
The Cape Milner Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cape Town
Day 6
Beautiful Cape Town
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Enjoy a day at leisure or discover the Cape Peninsula. Start the day rambling along the coastline past many of Cape Town’s most beautiful villages Camps Bay, Llundudno and Hout Bay. From Hout Bay, you'll head to one of the world’s most scenic drives – Chapman’s Peak Drive. Visit the famous Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. Next is a visit to the penguin colony at Boulders, pass through the historic Simons Town and stop for lunch. This is a full-day experience.
Accommodation
The Cape Milner Hotel★4 star
Activities
Cape Peninsula TourOptional Activity
Restaurants
The Cape Milner Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cape Town
Day 7
Farewell Beautiful City
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Today marks the end of your 7 day South Africa itinerary. This morning after breakfast, you will be collected at the hotel and transferred to the airport for your departing flight.
Restaurants
The Cape Milner Hotel
Transportations
Private Driver from Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cape Town
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What’s included?
6 nights accommodation
5 activities
6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
Airport transfer
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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AU$ 4,577/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
South Africa in 7 days
5-star, 4-star accommodation
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