The Grand South African Explorer
Day 1 – Arrival in Cape Town
Welcome to Cape Town!
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, meet and greet by your local representative followed by a private transfer to your hotel. Check in and relax after your journey.
The remainder of the day is free at leisure. You may explore the vibrant city centre or visit the famous V&A Waterfront for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Overnight: Southern Sun Cape Sun
Day 2 – Cape Town City Tour & Table Mountain
After breakfast, enjoy a half-day private guided city tour of Cape Town.
Take a cable car ride to the top of the iconic Table Mountain (weather permitting) for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, mountains, and ocean. Continue with an orientation drive through the city including important landmarks and scenic areas.
The afternoon is free for optional activities such as:
- Visit to Robben Island
- Shopping at Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Wine tasting in the Stellenbosch Winelands or Constantia Winelands
Overnight: Southern Sun Cape Sun
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 3 – Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart on a spectacular full-day guided tour of the Cape Peninsula.
Drive along the scenic Atlantic coastline with a photo stop at Camps Bay. Continue to Hout Bay and enjoy a boat ride to Seal Island (weather permitting).
Travel along the famous Chapman's Peak Drive and continue to Cape Point. Enjoy the funicular ride to the lighthouse and visit the renowned Cape of Good Hope.
Later, continue to Simon's Town for lunch (own expense) and visit Boulders Beach to see the famous African penguin colony. Return to Cape Town in the evening.
Overnight Stay: Southern Sun Cape Sun
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 4 – Cape Town to Oudtshoorn (Garden Route)
After breakfast, check out and begin your scenic journey along the famous Garden Route. Travel via the renowned Route 62 to Oudtshoorn, known as the Ostrich Capital of the World. Upon arrival, check in at your luxury guest house and spend the evening at leisure.
Overnight Stay: La Plume Boutique Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 5 – Oudtshoorn Tour & Transfer to Knysna
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided Oudtshoorn excursion including visits to:
- Safari Ostrich Farm
- Cango Caves
- Cango Wildlife Ranch
Later, continue to the beautiful coastal town of Knysna and check in at your hotel.
Overnight Stay :Knysna Log Inn
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 6 – Leisure Day in Knysna
Breakfast at the hotel. Day free at leisure to enjoy Knysna and surrounding attractions.
Optional activities include:
- Visit to Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth
- Bloukrans Bridge Bungy
- Visit to Monkeyland
- Visit to Birds of Eden
- Shark Cage Diving in Mossel Bay
In the evening, enjoy a relaxing John Benn Sunset Cruise on the Knysna Lagoon.
Overnight : Knysna Log Inn
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 7 – Knysna to Johannesburg – Sun City
After breakfast, transfer to George Airport for your onward flight to Johannesburg (flight not included).
Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer by road to the world-famous Sun City Resort. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring the resort and its entertainment facilities.
Overnight Stay :Sun City Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 8 – Pilanesberg Safari Experience
Breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy a morning or afternoon open-vehicle safari game drive at Pilanesberg National Park in search of the famous Big Five – Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant, and Buffalo.
The rest of the day is free to enjoy the facilities at Sun City Resort, including the exciting Valley of Waves water park.
Overnight Stay :Sun City Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 9 – Sun City to Mabula Private Game Reserve
After breakfast, depart by road transfer to the luxurious Mabula Private Game Reserve.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at the lodge followed by an exciting afternoon safari game drive in the private reserve. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay surrounded by the African wilderness.
Overnight Stay :Mabula Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board Plus (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Selected Activities)
Day 10 – Full Day Safari at Mabula
Enjoy an unforgettable safari experience at Mabula Private Game Reserve.
Morning and afternoon game drives are included, offering excellent opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Spend the day relaxing at the lodge between safari activities while enjoying all meals included.
Overnight Stay: Mabula Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board Plus
Day 11 – Departure from Johannesburg
Early morning game drive (subject to lodge schedule).
After breakfast, transfer by road to O. R. Tambo International Airport for your onward departure flight.Your unforgettable South African journey comes to an end with wonderful memories of scenic landscapes, wildlife safaris, and coastal beauty.
Accomodation
| City | No of Nights | 4* Hotel |
| Capetown | 3 | Southern Sun Cape Sun or similar |
| Oudtshoorn | 1 | La Plume Boutique
Guest House or Similar |
| Knysna | 2 | Knysna Log Inn or Similar |
| Sun City | 2 | Sun City Hotel or Similar |
| Mabula Game Reserve | 2 | Mabula Game Lodge or Similar |
Package Inclusions
- 03 Nights accommodation in Cape Town
- 01 Night accommodation in Oudtshoorn
- 02 Nights accommodation in Knysna
- 02 Nights accommodation in Sun City
- 02 Nights accommodation at Mabula Game Reserve
- Daily breakfast
- Meals at Mabula Game Lodge as mentioned
- Private airport transfers
- Cape Town City Tour
- Table Mountain cable car ticket
- Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour
- Seal Island boat ride
- Cape Point funicular ride
- Boulders Beach entrance
- Oudtshoorn sightseeing tours
- John Benn Sunset Cruise
- Pilanesberg safari game drive
- Mabula safari game drives
- Transportation as per itinerary
Package Exclusions
- International & domestic flights
- Visa charges
- Travel insurance
- Lunches & dinners unless specified
- Personal expenses
- Optional tours & activities
- Tips & porterage
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions section
Activities
- Enjoy a guided Cape Town city tour with a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain.
- Explore the Cape Peninsula with visits to Seal Island, Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach penguins.
- Discover the Garden Route with guided tours of the Safari Ostrich Farm, Cango Caves, and Cango Wildlife Ranch.
- Experience a relaxing John Benn Sunset Cruise on the picturesque Knysna Lagoon.
- Enjoy leisure time with optional adventures including Tsitsikamma National Park, Monkeyland, Birds of Eden, and shark cage diving.
- Embark on an open-vehicle safari in Pilanesberg National Park in search of the Big Five and enjoy the attractions of Sun City Resort.

