South Africa: In Every Shade of Sunset

Arrive in Cape Town and transfer to your hotel in the city center. Spend the afternoon exploring the colorful Bo-Kaap district and the vibrant V&A Waterfront, filled with shops, restaurants, and street performers. In the evening, take a sunset cruise to see the city skyline and Table Mountain bathed in golden light.

Take a full-day trip to Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. Visit the penguins at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town. Drive the scenic Chapman's Peak route. Return to Cape Town in the evening.

Ferry to Robben Island and tour the former prison of Nelson Mandela. Explore District Six Museum and Bo-Kaap. Enjoy sunset views from Signal Hill. Relax in the city or at Camps Bay beach.

Spend the day in the renowned Cape Winelands, located just outside the city. Visit Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek, where you can tour vineyards, taste world-class wines, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Take time to explore the charming towns, with their colonial architecture and stunning mountain views. Return to Cape Town in the evening.

Fly to Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s premier safari destinations. After arriving at your lodge or camp, settle in and prepare for your first safari game drive. Kruger is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros). Spend the evening relaxing by the fire, listening to the sounds of the African bush.

Enjoy an early morning safari game drive to see the wildlife at its most active. After breakfast, you can relax at the lodge or join a walking safari with an experienced guide to learn about the plants, animals, and tracks in the area. In the afternoon, head out for another game drive, hoping to catch a glimpse of more elusive animals. Return to your lodge for a well-earned dinner and recount the day’s experiences.

If your schedule allows, take one last morning game drive for a final opportunity to spot wildlife. Afterward, fly back to Cape Town, where you can spend your last few hours exploring any remaining sights or shopping for souvenirs. Depending on your flight time, you could even visit the District Six Museum to learn about the city’s history of apartheid. Depart in the evening or the following morning, filled with memories of an unforgettable journey.

Drive the famous Panorama Route – see Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Stop for photos and short hikes. Stay overnight in Graskop or Dullstroom.

Head to Johannesburg and visit the Apartheid Museum. Explore Soweto and see Mandela’s House. Optional dinner in a township restaurant. Overnight in Johannesburg.

Enjoy a leisurely morning or last-minute shopping. Transfer to OR Tambo Airport. Fly home.