12-Nights Best of South Africa

Embark on a 12-night journey showcasing the very best of South Africa. Begin with an overnight stay in Johannesburg to recharge after your flight. From there, set off for unforgettable game viewing and unrivalled luxury in the enchanting Madikwe Game Reserve. Journey on to Tswalu Kalahari, where you'll be immersed in the raw beauty of the wilderness, with iconic ochre dunes rippling away to the horizon. Next, soak in the charismatic energy of Cape Town, the "Mother City," as you explore its rich history and diverse cultural influences. Venture along the picturesque Cape Peninsula to discover the dramatic scenery of Africa's southernmost tip. Your journey concludes at a luxurious eco-reserve tucked away between mountains, forest and sea.

Your Itinerary Includes:
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • 1 night Johannesburg
  • Scheduled charter flights to and from Madikwe and Tswalu
  • 3 nights Madikwe Game Reserve
  • Game Activities in Madikwe Game Reserve
  • 3 nights Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
  • Game Activities in Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
  • 3 nights Cape Town
  • Morning Cape Town City private tour
  • Full Day Cape Peninsula private tour
  • Full Day Hemel-en-Arde Wine Valley private tour
  • 2 nights Grootbos nature Reserve
  • Game Activities in Grootbos Nature Reserve
  • Meals: 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 8 dinners

12 nights from $23,850 per person

Supplier: Swain Destinations

Grootbos Nature Reserve

Grootbos Nature Reserve is located above South Africa's Walker Bay, which is where southern right whales calve from June to November and great white sharks are known to linger in the waters. Enjoy whale and shark watching, nature hikes, horseback riding and many outdoor activities while visiting the Reserve.

Madikwe Reserve

A protected area in South Africa, Madikwe Game Reserve opened in 1991 and was named after the Madikwe or Marico River. The Reserve used to be farm land however after extensive research, it was utilized as a national park to economically uplift the area. Currently, it is the fifth largest game reserve, a hidden gem and one of the best conservation areas in Africa. 

Cape Town

Cape Town is southern Africa's most beautiful, most romantic and most-visited city. Few urban centers anywhere can match its setting along the Cape Peninsula spine, which slides like the mighty tail of the continent into the Atlantic Ocean. By far the most striking - and famous - of its sights is Table Mountain, frequently mantled by clouds, and rearing up from the middle of the city to provide a constantly changing vista to the suburbs below. Table Mountain is the city's solid core which divides the city into distinct zones with public gardens, wilderness, forests, hiking routes, vineyards and desirable residential areas trailing down it's lower slopes.

Johannesburg

Johannesburg's contrasts are some of the most extreme in the world; poverty-stricken and overcrowded Alexandra is surrounded by some of the richest suburbs in South Africa, and downtown hundreds of homeless struggle to survive around the Stock Exchange. The contrast between suburb and township is mirrored nationwide, but is more extreme here because of the intense wealth of many of the suburbs, and the sheer size of the townships and their satellite squatter camps. Yet the city as a whole continues to suck in people and skills from all over the country, making it the financial, commercial and cultural powerhouse of South Africa.

Departure dates
FromUntilFrom price
08/01/202509/30/2025$23,850pp
10/01/202511/30/2025$24,255pp
12/01/202512/15/2025$24,465pp
Prices start at $24,465pp
Number of nights 12
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Vacation rating Deluxe
Remarks Prices are per person, twin/double share in USD. All highlighted savings are reflected in the price. Price does not include airfare unless otherwise stated. Travel may be limited to certain days of the week. Hotels and tours remain subject to availability. Cancellation penalties and other booking or alteration restrictions may exist. Please note blackout dates may apply to Christmas, New Year and local special event periods. Pricing may increase over Holiday and special event periods and may not be reflected in price grid. Prices indicated remain subject to change without notice. Prices are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed. CST #2012413-20

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