From Wildlife to City Life in South Africa
On this tailormade holiday to South Africa with Lightfoot Travel you can expect extraordinary wildlife viewing opportunities in the Greater Kruger. Combine safari with the city and soak up the atmosphere in Cape Town, where you'll find some of the most exciting restaurants in the world. We love this itinerary for honeymooners or couples looking for a romantic and cultural holiday to remember.
Day 1 Arrival in Johannesburg
Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and escorted to your accommodation in the heart of Sabi Sand Game Reserve which borders Kruger National Park.
With over 2 million hectares of pristine wilderness, experience early morning and afternoon game drives, head out on guided bush walks, go bird watching, or relax on one of the vast viewing decks as you watch the wildlife drinking at the waterhole.
Day 2 Sabi Sands
You’ll wake early for breakfast before embarking on your morning safari activity.
After 3 - 4 hours, brunch will be served back at the lodge.
The afternoon will be spent at your leisure. Take a nap, read a book, or relax while surrounded by amazing views.
Later in the afternoon you’ll head out for your afternoon safari activity.
You’ll return to the lodge to enjoy a drink around the campfire before dinner.
Day 3 Southern Sabi Sands - Cape Town
Today you’ll be escorted to the airport for your flight to Cape Town where you’ll be met upon arrival and escorted to your accommodation.
Time permitting, you’ll have the chance to explore Cape Town. Perhaps wander around the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, a working harbour and hub of entertainment and shopping.
Day 4 Private Half Day Tour of Cape Town
Today’s excursion commences with a tour of Table Mountain where you’ll enjoy panoramic views over the Mother City and the Atlantic Seaboard with Robben Island in the distance.
Afterwards, you’ll visit the Company Gardens, the South African Museum, and the Castle of Good Hope.
On the drive through the city centre you’ll witness the Houses of Parliament, the Grand Parade and City Hall - where Nelson Mandela first addressed South Africans after his release in 1990.
Day 5 Cape Point & Peninsula: Private Full Day
Today you’ll be escorted to the Cape Peninsula, taking in the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, before crossing over to Hout Bay.
From here you’ll drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve via Chapman's Peak, one of the world's most beautiful coastal drives.
You’ll take a funicular to the top of the Peninsula to enjoy spectacular views over False Bay.
After lunch you’ll continue to Simonstown and visit the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach.
You’ll stop at Kirstenbosch Gardens before returning to your hotel.
Day 6 Departure
Today you’ll be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
Experience thrilling early morning game drives in Kruger National Park
Watch leopards, lions, buffalo, African elephants and rhinoceros in their natural habitat
Tour Table Mountain, with its panoramic views over Cape Town
Witness the Castle of Good Hope, the oldest colonial building in South Africa
Visit the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach
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