Spectacular South Africa with Kruger National Park
Tour code AKSR0104. Adventure Tour. 13 days, 13 cities.
Johannesburg – Pretoria – Sun City (1 night), Sun City (1 night), Sun City – Kruger National Park (1 night), Kruger National Park (1 night), Kruger National Park – Johannesburg (1 night), Johannesburg – Gqeberha – Tsitsikamma – Knysna (1 night), Knysna (1 night), Knysna – Oudtshoorn (1 night), Oudtshoorn – Mossel Bay (1 night), Mossel Bay – Stellenbosch – Cape Town (1 night), Cape Town (1 night), Cape Town – Seal Island – Boulders Beach – Cape Point – Cape of Good Hope (1 night), Cape Town – Cape Town International Airport
Starts in Johannesburg – Pretoria – Sun City. Ends at Cape Town – Cape Town International Airport.
From $3,899 per person, twin sharing. Next departure 9 October 2026.
Highlights
- Kruger Big Five Safari, Kruger National Park
- Sun City Resort, Sun City
- Tsitsikamma National Park, Tsitsikamma
- Boulders Beach Penguins, Cape Town
Day by day
Day 1: Arrival in Johannesburg – Pretoria and Sun City
Johannesburg – Pretoria – Sun City
Welcome to South Africa! Upon arrival at Johannesburg Airport, meet the Akshar Travels tour representative and begin your journey toward Pretoria. Visit the beautiful Pretoria National Botanical Garden, home to indigenous plants, landscaped trails and scenic natural surroundings.
Continue to Sun City, one of South Africa’s best-known entertainment and leisure resorts. Check in at the hotel and relax after your journey.
Hotel: Hotel in Sun City
Meals: D
Day 2: Explore Sun City Resort
Sun City
After breakfast, enjoy a day exploring Sun City Resort. Discover its landscaped gardens, entertainment areas and recreational attractions. You may spend time at the Valley of Waves or enjoy optional resort activities at an additional cost.
The remainder of the day is available for leisure and relaxation.
Hotel: Hotel in Sun City
Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Sun City to Kruger National Park
Sun City – Kruger National Park
After breakfast, depart for the Kruger National Park region. Travel through South Africa’s changing landscapes before arriving at your hotel or safari lodge.
Kruger is one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations and is home to elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo and numerous other species. Check in and prepare for the following day’s safari adventure.
Hotel: Hotel or safari lodge near Kruger National Park
Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Kruger National Park Wildlife Safari
Kruger National Park
Begin an exciting wildlife safari through Kruger National Park in an open safari vehicle. Accompanied by an experienced guide, search for Africa’s legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros and buffalo.
The park’s diverse landscapes support an incredible variety of mammals, birds and reptiles. Return to your hotel after an unforgettable African safari experience.
Hotel: Hotel or safari lodge near Kruger National Park
Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Kruger Region to Johannesburg
Kruger National Park – Johannesburg
After breakfast, depart for Johannesburg. Upon arrival, visit Nelson Mandela Square, a popular dining and shopping destination distinguished by its iconic statue of Nelson Mandela.
Check in at the hotel and spend the evening relaxing.
Hotel: Hotel in Johannesburg
Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Johannesburg to Gqeberha and Tsitsikamma
Johannesburg – Gqeberha – Tsitsikamma – Knysna
Transfer to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Gqeberha, formerly known as Port Elizabeth. Upon arrival, begin your Garden Route journey toward Tsitsikamma National Park.
Explore the park’s beautiful coastal scenery and walk toward the famous Storms River Suspension Bridge. Continue to Knysna and check in at the hotel.
Hotel: Hotel in Knysna
Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Knysna Waterfront and Scenic Garden Route
Knysna
Enjoy breakfast before exploring Knysna, a picturesque Garden Route town surrounded by forests, hills and a tranquil lagoon.
Visit the vibrant Knysna Waterfront, where boutiques, cafés and waterfront views create a relaxing atmosphere. Spend time appreciating the natural beauty of the Knysna Lagoon and surrounding coastline.
Hotel: Hotel in Knysna
Meals: B, L, D
Day 8: Knysna to Oudtshoorn – Cango Caves and Ostrich Farm
Knysna – Oudtshoorn
Travel to Oudtshoorn, known as South Africa’s ostrich capital. Visit the impressive Cango Caves and discover their remarkable limestone chambers, stalactites and stalagmites.
Continue to an ostrich farm to learn about these fascinating birds and the region’s ostrich-farming heritage. Visit Cango Wildlife Ranch for an opportunity to observe several animal species.
Hotel: Hotel in Oudtshoorn
Meals: B, L, D
Day 9: Oudtshoorn to Mossel Bay
Oudtshoorn – Mossel Bay
After breakfast, proceed to the coastal town of Mossel Bay. Visit the historic Post Office Tree, associated with early maritime communication along the Cape coast.
See the Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse and admire panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy the town’s beaches and relaxed coastal surroundings.
Hotel: Hotel in Mossel Bay
Meals: B, L, D
Day 10: Mossel Bay to Stellenbosch and Cape Town
Mossel Bay – Stellenbosch – Cape Town
Depart Mossel Bay and travel toward Stellenbosch, one of South Africa’s most famous wine-producing regions. Admire the vineyards, mountain scenery and historic Cape Dutch architecture.
Visit a selected winery for an introduction to the region’s winemaking traditions. Continue to Cape Town and check in at the hotel.
Hotel: Hotel in Cape Town
Meals: B, L, D
Day 11: Cape Town City Tour, Helicopter Ride and Table Mountain
Cape Town
Discover Cape Town from the air during a memorable helicopter ride, subject to weather conditions. Continue to Table Mountain and travel by cable car to the summit for panoramic views across the city, coastline and surrounding mountains.
Later, visit the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, one of Cape Town’s most popular shopping, dining and entertainment destinations.
Hotel: Hotel in Cape Town
Meals: B, L, D
Day 12: Cape Peninsula Tour and Sunset Cruise
Cape Town – Seal Island – Boulders Beach – Cape Point – Cape of Good Hope
Embark on a full-day tour of the spectacular Cape Peninsula. Take a cruise toward Seal Island, subject to weather conditions, and continue to Boulders Beach to observe its famous African penguin colony.
Visit Cape Point and ride the funicular toward the viewpoint. Continue to the Cape of Good Hope, renowned for its rugged cliffs and dramatic ocean scenery.
Return to Cape Town and conclude your South African adventure with a relaxing sunset cruise, subject to weather and operating conditions.
Hotel: Hotel in Cape Town
Meals: B, L, D
Day 13: Departure from Cape Town
Cape Town – Cape Town International Airport
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your onward flight.
Your unforgettable South Africa tour concludes with wonderful memories of wildlife safaris, the Garden Route, Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula.
Hotel: Tour ends
Meals: B
What is included
Stay
- Twelve nights’ hotel accommodation
- Sun City Resort visit
Meals
- Daily meals as stated in the final itinerary
- Knysna Waterfront
- Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Transport
- Seal Island cruise
- Cape Town sunset cruise
- Internal flight, if stated in the final quotation
Sightseeing and entrance fees
- Kruger National Park game drive
- Pretoria National Botanical Garden
- Tsitsikamma National Park
- Mossel Bay sightseeing
- Table Mountain cable-car ticket
- Entrance fees for attractions specifically listed as included
Tour manager and support
- Services of an experienced tour manager
Everything else
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Storms River Suspension Bridge
- Cango Caves
- Ostrich farm experience
- Cango Wildlife Ranch
- Post Office Tree
- Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse
- Stellenbosch winery experience
- Cape Town helicopter ride
- Boulders Beach penguin colony
- Cape Point funicular
- Cape of Good Hope
What is not included
- International airfare unless specifically included
- South Africa visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Meals not stated in the itinerary
- Optional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and hotel minibar charges
- Laundry, telephone calls and room service
- Tips and gratuities
- Porterage at airports and hotels
- Excess baggage charges
- Any increase in airfare, taxes or fuel surcharges
- Services not specifically listed under Package Inclusions
Departures
- 9 October 2026 from Land Package@if(!empty($dep['price'])) - $3,899 per person@endif
- 23 October 2026 from Land Package@if(!empty($dep['price'])) - $3,899 per person@endif
- 20 November 2026 from Land Package@if(!empty($dep['price'])) - $3,899 per person@endif
- 23 November 2026 from Land Package@if(!empty($dep['price'])) - $3,899 per person@endif
- 1 December 2026 from Land Package@if(!empty($dep['price'])) - $3,899 per person@endif
Cancellation policy
- 50 days or more before departure: 30%
- 21 to 49 days before departure: 50%
- 20 days or less before departure: 100%
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