About this trip
Ten days across South Africa that move from bush to coast to city, taking in game drives, the Garden Route and Cape Town's landmarks along the way.
You start with morning and evening safaris at Mabula Game Reserve, tracking the Big Five, before heading south through the Garden Route's forests, lagoons and the Cango Caves. Franschhoek brings a slower pace with wine and food.
The trip ends in Cape Town, with Table Mountain, Cape Point, Boulders Beach and a boat trip out to Seal Island rounding things off.
What you'll do
- Morning and evening game drives at Mabula Game Reserve tracking the Big Five
- Explore the Garden Route's forests and lagoons
- Visit the Cango Caves
- Wine and food in Franschhoek
- Cable car or hike up Table Mountain
- Cruise to Seal Island and visit the penguins at Boulders Beach
- Covers a lot of ground — safari, coast and city in ten days
- Partially guided, so some days give you time to explore independently
- Suits those wanting a mix of wildlife and wine rather than a pure safari trip
Worth it if you prioritise wildlife and Cape Town views with a flexible attitude. Think twice if you expect consistent 4-star accommodation or want deep exploration of any one place.
- Wanderful downgrades hotels from advertised standards; first accommodation was unsafe, safari lodge subpar.
- Local guides genuinely excellent and make the trip; can salvage experience despite logistical issues.
- Garden Route section feels rushed with limited time to properly explore towns and attractions.
- Manages impressive itinerary across wildlife, wine regions and Cape Town without feeling chaotic or stressful.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Johannesburg · 22 Jul – 23 Jul
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