
Combine both single legs into the full-length, 14-day combo tour to experience the best of South Africa
From safari to sandy beaches, scenic drives, adventure and wilderness, allow us to introduce you to South Africa's unrivalled diversity.
From safari to sandy beaches, scenic drives, adventure and wilderness, allow us to introduce you to South Africa's unrivalled diversity.

Welkom in Suid-Afrika! Wamkelekile eMzantsi Afrika! Welcome to South Africa! Designed by locals, this adventure-packed tour showcases the best of the “Rainbow Nation”. Discover captivating Cape Town - voted the World’s Best City. Discover the scenic Garden Route, explore the Great Karoo, and see incredible African wildlife in the Kruger National Park.
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Combine both single legs into the full-length, 14-day combo tour to experience the best of South Africa

Travel on the 1st leg of the combo tour to experience the Western & Eastern Cape

Travel on the 2nd leg of the combo tour to experience Johannesburg, Kruger National Park & Mpumalanga
All the flexibility to book on your terms.
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Not sure how to spend your free day? Explore the city on your own, or choose from these handpicked optional experiences designed to show you the best of the region.
Unless marked as "Pre-Book", all optional experiences can be booked directly with your tour leader on tour, payable in cash or by card in the stated currency. Prices and availability are subject to change.
14 days itinerary trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg visiting 1 country
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
All rooms are twin share with private, en suite bathrooms. Solo travellers will be paired with another traveller of the same gender. Single supplements are available upon request at checkout. A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Cape Town and Johannesburg book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.

















Your South African tour starts today in Cape Town! Home to the iconic Table Mountain, Cape Town is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. Meet your tour leader at the hotel and jump right into the action on a city tour. See Signal Hill, District Six and more. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional braai (BBQ) at a local winery!

Explore Cape Town on a walking and driving tour. Drive through District Six and stop at St George's Cathedral, the Company's Garden and more.

Experience Drumstruck; a vibrant, world-class African drumming performance, while tucking into a hearty buffet braai (BBQ) featuring South African delicacies at a local vineyard.

Today is a free day to explore Cape Town and its surroundings! Join the optional Cape Peninsula Day Trip to experience Cape Point, see the penguins at Boulders Beach and enjoy a lunchtime stop in Kalk Bay. Upon return, the peninsula tour will include a drop off at the V&A Waterfront - a fantastic shopping, eating and entertainment destination!

Enjoy a scenic trip along the Cape Peninsula. Visit Cape Point, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and sit down for lunch in Kalk Bay.

Following breakfast, drive through the Cape wine region. Stop in Stellenbosch, a charming university town complete with Cape Dutch architecture. Enjoy lunch at a local winery. Learn all about local varietals and wine-making processes from a local expert during a wine tasting. Then, take a scenic drive to Hermanus and enjoy a free evening in this picturesque seaside town.

Take some free time to explore this historic university town. Admire its Cape Dutch architecture, wander the tree-lined streets, or relax in a coffee shop.

Enjoy a wine tasting along with lunch at a wine farm in the famous wineland region of the Western Cape.

Explore this delightful town on the Cape Whale Coast Route - during the right time of year, you may spot whales from the beach!

This morning, join the optional Marine Eco Big 5 Trip to spot whales, sharks, seals, penguins and dolphins! Afterwards, opt for the Spirit of Hermanus and enjoy a craft beer and seafood pairing at a popular waterfront eatery. Then, on to Swellendam, a charming Cape Dutch town. The final stop of the day is Mossel Bay, where an included dinner awaits.

Enjoy a walking tour and free time for lunch in South Africa’s third-oldest town. Admire the spectacular architecture of its Dutch Reformed Church.

Spot the Marine Big 5 including whales, sharks, seals, penguins and dolphins on this exciting excursion!

Enjoy a craft beer and fresh seafood pairing at a popular waterfront eatery in Hermanus. Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options available.

Travel to Botlierskop Private Game Reserve for a unique safari experience. Encounter rhinos, lions, giraffes and more! Later, find a spot for lunch around the bustling Knysna waterfront. Afterwards, look forward to exciting optional excursions. Roam free with the monkeys at Monkeyland or visit Birds of Eden, the world's largest free-flight aviary and bird sanctuary. Dinner is included this evening.

Experience a safari at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Spot buffalo, giraffe, zebra, lions, rhinos, hippos, and over 200 bird species!

Discover Knysna’s laid-back yet stylish vibe at its waterfront. This ideal location boasts unique and trendy stores, water activities and exceptional dining options.

Visit Monkeyland and see multiple species of primates all cohabiting in this free-roaming, award-winning animal sanctuary.

Discover over 200 species of birds throughout this expansive, award-winning forest sanctuary for rescued birds.

The Tsitsikamma forest is calling! This area encompasses rivers, gorges, mountains and lush forests. Consider an optional tree-top canopy tour or Woodcutters Trail Drive. Then, explore the Storms River Mouth. Walk along the coast, cross the impressive 77-metre long Storms River suspension bridge (if you dare!) and enjoy free time for lunch overlooking the ocean.

Walk the Storms River trail and cross the dazzling 77m suspension bridge. Spot wildlife like otters, Knysna Loeries, and even dolphins along the way.

Travel along a zipline and admire the spectacular scenery, flora and fauna of the Tsitsikamma rainforest.

Embark on a trail drive along the Storms River Pass. Admire the stunning scenery and learn more about the region’s history and flora and fauna.

Explore the depths of Tsitsikamma and Storms River Gorge aboard a kayak!

Travel along Route 62 today. Nestled between the Kouga and Tsitsikamma Mountains, this area offers spectacular views. Arrive in Oudtshoorn and enjoy a guided tour of a working ostrich farm before enjoying a three-course lunch. Later, explore the Cango Caves, a series of dripstone caverns more than 20 million years old! This evening, sit down for a buffet dinner.

Enjoy a guided tractor tour of a working ostrich farm, meet ostriches up close, and tuck into a delicious traditional lunch.

Embark on an underground adventure and explore the spectacular Cango Caves, a natural wonder filled with ancient limestone formations, towering chambers, and fascinating history.

Marvel at the clear night skies with this stargazing excursion in Oudtshoorn.

The tour turns back towards Cape Town today. Stop in Robertson, another fantastic wine-producing region, to enjoy an included lunch before the tour continues to Paarl in the Cape Winelands. Here, enjoy a cheese and wine tasting. On your last night in Cape Town, make the most of a free evening in this city abuzz with world-class restaurants and bars!

Experience this stunning wine-producing region. It’s known as the valley of wine and roses and sits at the heart of the Route 62 wine route.

Sample some of South Africa’s most popular cheese and wine during a stop in Paarl in the Cape Winelands!

Head to Cape Town airport first thing in the morning. Catch an included flight to Johannesburg, known as the "City of Gold". Arrive and travel east towards South Africa’s Mpumalanga province. The day ends as the tour arrives at tonight’s accommodation located on the outskirts of the Kruger National Park. Look forward to an included dinner with the group.

Experience a full-day game drive of the famous Kruger National Park! In this vast safari park, you can spot incredible wild animals like cheetahs, wild dogs, leopards, elephants and rhino. Later, head to the safari lodge/hotel on the western edge of the park. Time for a relaxing swim and a sun-downer or two before tonight’s included dinner!

Spot the 'Big 5' (lion, elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros), explore vast landscapes, and relax in an air-conditioned tour bus.

Further explore the Kruger National Park! You have the option to embark on a safari in open safari vehicles led by local wildlife specialists. A full-day safari drive offers the opportunity to spend the day driving in prime game viewing areas, stopping at various waterholes and rest camps. Enjoying an included dinner in true African style.

Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!

Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!

Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.

Today, choose between a full-day, half-day or sunset safari and enjoy thrilling wildlife encounters. As the sun dips below the savanna, watch wildlife stir in golden light. This evening, enjoy the last dinner in the African bush. Spend time around the campfire exchanging safari stories and sipping Amarula, an African liqueur.

Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!

Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!

Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.

Discover the Panorama Route on an enchanting drive through Mpumalanga. The first destination is the Three Rondavels viewpoint with a stunning vista over the Blyde River Canyon. Next is Bourke’s Luck Potholes, a natural water feature with hundreds of natural potholes and plunge pools. Continue back to Johannesburg for a farewell dinner with new friends!

Take in awe-inspiring views of The Three Rondavels towering over Blyde River Canyon. Various look-out points are sure to offer fantastic photo opportunities.

Take a short walk and wander around what has been dubbed "nature's wishing well". See numerous waterholes, plunge pools and impressive rock formations.

Sit down for a farewell group dinner in Johannesburg. Exchange stories, highlights and memories as you look back at your two-week South African experience.

The South Africa Escape tour concludes after breakfast. Have one last breakfast together to say bon voyage. Guests are welcome to stay on to explore Soweto, Johannesburg’s most vibrant and historic township. Dive into its rich cultural legacy with an optional guided tour!

Discover Soweto and its important sights including the Hector Pieterson Museum, Freedom Square, the former home of Nelson Mandela and more.
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South African Adventure ending with Kruger Park
In general, activities were well organized and diverse. Capetown accommodation was centrally located but clients should be offered opportunity to request bed size. Hermanus was a beautiful stay. It was marred by an unnecessary long wait at a gravel parking lot in the blazing sun for clients who chose not to do the whale watching excursion. Guide should have timed departure better. As it happened, clients not participating in this excursion waited in the parking lot while the whale watchers lunched after their excursion.
Gaily
excellent tour
This tour was excellent. All accommodation was well above expectation. Lots of included meals that were excellent. Willem our tour guide was very passionate and knowledgeable. He provided a lot of information with patience and humor. Both of our drivers (Chris and Deni) did an excellent job. They always had a smile and helped when they thought help was required.
Annie
Expect ed the U expected
I woluld say the South African Escape Tourwas worth a penny. At first I was apprehensive at the same time excited going to South Africa because of fear of the unknown. However, it turned out that I have not expected what I have experience with the people, their culture and heritage which was extraordinary. The itinerary brought me deeper knowledge and insight which allowed me to appreciate and value my attendance.
Moksha

We have seen the beautiful South Africa from the marvellous cities , comfortable hotels to the nature's gift of mountains, rivers, lakes to the bush life with the wild animals and above all the tastiest foods and classy wines. Our Tour Leader Willem was a very wonderful.person and great communicator.
Lans

This tour was amazing! Definitely a must do! As usual, Expat manage to cram so much into such a short amount of time without making it feel rushed! Matt, our Tour Guide, made sure everything ran smoothly and made sure this experience was the best for everyone. His knowledge of South Africa and all of the animals in Kruger was phenomenal. The accomodation was very clean and comfortable, and the included meals were absolutely delicious. If you're heading to South Africa, this tour is a must!
Neng

Book all possible options & enjoy the fullest of the tour
Slim

Wonderful itinerary. Comfortable coaches. Excellent pace of tour. Generally nice food. Good hotels. All had comfortable mattresses. Felt safe. Very good attentive generous efficient guide in Willem S. who solved many issues including unexpected severe health problems, etc.
Jaiden

My mother and I did this tour back in June and could not have asked for a better experience. Our tour guide Matt not only went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a great time, but he also became a great friend of ours and we hope to do the same tour again with him in the future. All the hotels were unique, the experiences/optional excursions were amazing (Matt was very excited as I was the only one in the last few tours to do the bungee jumping, which was amazing), and everything was smooth and organized. To be able to see how different the Cape Town area was to Johannesburg was one of the many things that made it worth it and we couldn't be happier with how everything went. If you like having amazing food, meeting amazing people, and getting the true South African experience, this tour is for you!
Paul the Kiwi

What a awesome trip. The other people on the safari were really nice which made the tour so much better. Our tour guide was so good and his passion for his country, history, culture and the wildlife was next level. I would love to go back in a couple more years to do the safari again. One of the highlights of the trip was the optional excursion to Soweto as it was such a reality check and made some of us realise how good some we have it in our own countries.
DeeCee

Had an amazing time, exploring an extremely beautiful country with a wonderful group of fellow travellers and a knowledgeable guide in Matthew Allison. Could never had covered such a great amount of such vast a country any other way than with Expat Explore!! Many thank to the team!! Keep on keeping on!!
Kelly

On behalf of C. H Liu & myself I wish to say "thank you" to Matthew, our Expat Explore Tour Director for our memorable trip to South Africa. The guide and tour was extremely good, very well organized (appreciate this!) Matthew is excellent. He handled all of our requests with professionalism, enthusiasm, and skill for that he deserves another special thanks. We had 14 spectacular days together, which obviously also added up to the great experience. And it's so hard to say good bye to everyone on our final day. We are like a big family! If you know what I meant! Matthew is such a warm personality and highly motivated, knowledgeable guide (recommendable!). I truly enjoyed the warm atmosphere of our group he created and not to mentioned all the friendly kind sweet people's from different country we get to meet. The scenery was beautiful which I cannot help taking photos of every corner. All respect for Matthew who does a great job there; a true sample of excellent tour guide! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you again Matthew of Expat Explore & all my beautiful new friends whom I met for creating such wonderful memories. Hope to see all of you in Sydney! Seriously I would enthusiastically recommend Expat Explore & Matthew to anyone planning a trip to South Africa with confidence and say that they will make your trip unforgettable! Finally, I am heading with excitement for another 14 days tour to Croatian & Eastern Delight... If course with Expat Explore, who else! Cheers & Adios L. S. Huang.
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Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
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Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Maximum value, not minimum comfort. Twenty-one years of supplier relationships mean we know where to find the best for less, and we pass that directly to you. Comfortable hotels, included meals and local experiences, without paying for the premium tier.
Yes. Free time is built into Classic itineraries, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
Absolutely. Many Chasers travel solo, and there’s no compulsory single supplement when you travel with us. For accommodation, solo travellers share a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer your own room, you can choose to pay a single supplement instead. Check the individual tour page for pricing.
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No. Flights aren't included, giving you flexibility over how you get there and when you travel. Your tour information will tell you where and when to meet the group on day one.
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