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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Go all the way from Cape Town to Kruger, choose a single leg, or add Victoria Falls. Pick the itinerary that suits you below:
The full South African experience. From Cape Town to Johannesburg, chase scenic drives, unforgettable safaris and the wild beauty of South Africa.
A coastal classic. From Cape Town to the Garden Route, chase wine country, Route 62, the Cango Caves and dramatic coastal scenery.
South Africa's wild side. From Johannesburg to Kruger, chase safari, the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes and the Panorama Route's dramatic views.
The full Southern African experience: scenic drives and unforgettable safaris from Cape Town to Johannesburg, followed by three nights in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Safari and scenic drives through Kruger National Park and the Panorama Route, followed by three nights in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
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.
Peteree
Loved every minute!
We were initially hesitant as South Africa was very different from our previous destinations but we definitely made the right choice. Our tour leader Willem is from South Africa is fantastic! He was organised and prepared which helped us to feel at ease, and has a great sense of humour - nothing better than a good laugh to bring people together. Peter, our bus driver for the first leg of the tour kept us safe on the road and greeted us warmly every time we entered/exited the bus. South Africa is a beautiful country and it is impossible to name one highlight. We highly recommend this tour!
Don
Great Tour Group
We had a great group on this tour, everyone got along, the guide was very organized, friendly and tried to work with everyone's special requests
Swingers
Great Itinerary
Just back from this amazing South African adventure. We had a brilliant time. The trip involves a lot of travelling on the bus, which is very comfortable. The seats on the bus were not rotated despite several requests to do so. This resulted in the same people taking the front seats every day. Two nights in Kruger Park would be enough. The evening safari was a waste of time, the park ranger did his utmost to find the lions to no avail. Some of the optional tours were time fillers, I would have preferred the extra time at the hotel…. i.e Birds of paradise and monkey land. Overall I would highly recommend.
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
Michelle
Amazing experience doing the full South Africa Escape tour! Forever grateful to Expat Explore for the unique opportunity to immerse into a country's culture with thoughtful itineraries, memorable experiences that push outside one's comfort zone, all while engaging with new lifelong friends, knowledgeable guides, & precious locals. Highly recommend the tour, including the optionals.
Michael (Faf De Klerk)
Just got back from an incredible tour of South Africa and it's an experience that will stay with me all my life. And Matthew our tour guide was the best tour guide i have ever had the pleasure of meeting and touring with. He's a credit to Expat Explore
CJG
This was an extraordinary trip. Our tour leader, Matt made it truly memorable and terrific fun. Everyday was action packed; up early and late nights interacting with other guests over a drink. Expat Explore really knows how to do South Africa!
Joash57
This tour was fantastic we saw so much of South Africa far more than I ever imagined, the highlight of the tour was obviously Kruger the amount of animals we saw was insane, Matt our tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, our driver Aby was a great driver and very friendly, Denny our second driver was friendly helpful and also a great driver, I would highly recommend this tour.
Becca
From wildlife to adventure, you really see it all. This is the second time I have done this tour in under an year and yet I would happily come back and do it all over again! There's so much to do and see, it's amazing what can be fitted in to just 2 week!
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.
Mtohm
Overall My second expat explore trip did not disappoint! We absolutely loved our tour guide Matt and the itinerary of the trip. South Africa was everything we could have hoped for and more. The people, the food and the landscape were amazing. We loved the included wine tastings and ostrich farm! For optionals we highly recommend doing as many as you can. The shark cage diving, zip lining, sunset safari, Monkeyland and Soweto were so much fun! Matt One night our hotel room leaked due to a bad storm and Matt rectified the situation very quickly so it did not bother our trip. He was engaging with his commentary and we felt we actually learned something. Our bird knowledge went up by 90 percent. We felt he did a great job connecting with everyone on the tour and with so many different personalities that's no easy task.
Karen
Everyone thinks of the Africa wildlife, and they are definately a highlight (in the Kruger you get to see so many in all directions) but South Africa is so much more - lovely seaside villages, dramatic coastal scenery, mountains and jungles, fabulous food and wine and people with a unique history who are moving forward with enthuaism and a great love of country. This is an action packed itinerary but quite manageable for all ages and experience. The hotels and food were excellent. Excursions and extras were quite affordable when you factor in exchange rates. Tour guides and locals alike are all very friendly and welcoming. I would highly recommend this tour to see the beautiful 'rainbow nation' of South Africa.
Greg
Amazing stops and sites. Signed on for most excursions. Experienced so much fun and shared so many wonderful memories with new friends.
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Instalment option available for as little as R9,712 per month
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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.
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Classic groups have on average between 35-45 Chasers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
Your accommodation, transport, Tour Leader and driver, breakfast most mornings, select lunches and dinners, and the Included Experiences on the tour page. Everything else is yours to choose. Check the individual tour page before you book for the exact inclusions.
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.
You might arrive alone. You won't feel that way for long.
Yes. You don't need any previous group travel experience. Your Tour Leader is with you throughout, and you'll have a whole group of people discovering the destination alongside you. If you're not sure which Classic tour is right for you, we can help.
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.
Yes. Travel insurance is a condition of booking. Your policy should cover the full duration of your trip, including medical expenses, cancellation and repatriation. Find out more about our travel insurance requirements here.
Our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee gives you 10 days to decide after booking. Change your mind? Full refund, no questions asked.
After this point, your deposit is non-refundable. However, you can always change your tour or departure date free of charge, as many times as you like, up to 60 days before departure on Classic tours. Changes within 60 days may incur fees, or be treated as a cancellation. The current website price applies to any new tour or date.
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Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and our head office team.
Travel Chasers is a member of ABTA (No. Y6593) and ABTOT (No. 5517). Both organisations have codes of conduct and standards that members are required to meet, giving you an extra layer of confidence when you travel with us.
Our Classic & Premium tours have a minimum age of 10 years old, while our Signature tours have a minimum age of 18 years old. We may consider younger children on certain tours on a case-by-case basis. Get in touch in writing and we'll let you know what's possible.
Before the tour starts, we'll email you to ask about any dietary requirements. A vegetarian option is available at all included meals. We can't guarantee vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free options, so if your requirements are strict, it's worth bringing snacks as backup.
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