19-Day Journey through South Africa's Heart

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Introduction

Embark on an unforgettable 19-day self-drive journey through the heart of South Africa, exploring a diverse range of landscapes, cultures, and wildlife.

Start in Johannesburg, where you’ll dive into the city’s vibrant history and culture before heading to the iconic Kruger National Park for thrilling safari adventures. Continue through Hazyview and the scenic beauty of Swaziland, discovering rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes.

Explore the coastal charm of KwaZulu-Natal, followed by the cosmopolitan allure of Cape Town. From there, journey along the coast to Hermanus and Plettenberg Bay, where you’ll enjoy stunning views, whale watching, and pristine beaches.

This carefully crafted itinerary offers the perfect balance of wildlife, culture, and coastal relaxation.

Day

Accommodation

Destination

Duration

Basis

day 0

Safari Club SA Johannesburg

1 night

B&B

day 1

Baobab Ridge Private Lodge Klaserie Private Game Reserve

3 nights

FB+

day 4

Hippo Hollow Country Estate Hazyview

1 night

B&B

day 5

Foresters Arms eSwatini

2 nights

D,B&B

day 7

Hluhluwe River Lodge Hluhluwe

3 nights

D,B&B

day 10

Bayflowers Guesthouse Cape Town

3 nights

B&B

day 13

Auberge Burgundy Hermanus

2 nights

B&B

day 15

Periwinkle Guest Lodge Plettenberg Bay

3 nights

B&B

Key

B&B: Bed and Breakfast

FB+: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

D,B&B: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

 

Price

Fast Facts

Includes

Excludes

Price

Rates starting from: 

  • Cost per person sharing - ZAR 79,415

Rates are subject to low-season availability, room category, and car group. Alternative options will be provided should exact accommodations not be available.

Prices are per person, based on two adults travelling together, and exclude international flights to/from Africa but include all other arrangements outlined in the itinerary.

All rates are subject to change. 

Fast Facts

19 Days / 18 Nights

Reference Number: SA-TTA4

Includes

  • Accommodation – subject to availability
  • Return road transfers from The Safari Club to OR Tambo

  • Road transfer from Hoedspruit Airport to Baobab Ridge

  • Road transfer from Baobab Ridge to Hippo Hollow

  • Bed & Breakfast Basis: The Safari Club, Hippo Hollow, Bayflowers, Auberge Burgundy, Periwinkle Lodge

  • Dinner, Bed & Breakfast: Foresters Arms, Hluhluwe River Lodge

  • Full Board & Activites: Baobab Ridge

  • Blyde River Canyon Day tour

  • Car hire: Sport Utility Automatic (or similar) Super cover insurance, contract fee, one-way drop-off fee, 200km free per day, delivery fee to Hippo Hollow

  • Park fees and conservation levies

  • Travel package & digital travel documents 
  • Meet & greet on arrival 
  • 24/7 emergency assistance 

Excludes

  • Tips 
  • International air (to and from Africa) 
  • Air transportation, accommodation, meals & drinks not specified 
  • Tips / gratuities at all meals, lodge staff, drivers, pilots, guides, rangers & trackers etc. 
  • Personal items such as beverages, laundry, telephone calls, room service - unless specified as included 
  • Day use of room on arrival and departure from all properties. Generally, check-in is from 14h00/15h00 and check-out is by 10h00/11h00
  •  Visas
  • Fuel for rental vehicle 
  • Porterage throughout
  • Travel insurance - medical, emergency evacuation, cancellation, delays, loss of

Johannesburg: Safari Club SA

Safari Suite Family Suite Lounge

Klaserie Private Game Reserve: Baobab Ridge Private Lodge

Superior Suite bedroom Superior Suite- bathroom Lunch at the pool

Hazyview: Hippo Hollow Country Estate

Elephant Whispers Elephant Whispers River View

eSwatini: Foresters Arms

Hluhluwe: Hluhluwe River Lodge

Hluhluwe River Lodge Hluhluwe River Lodge Hluhluwe River Lodge

Cape Town: Bayflowers Guesthouse

Bayflowers Guest House Back Garden & Pool Area Bayflowers Guest House Back Garden & Pool Area Bayflowers Guest House Breakfast

Hermanus: Auberge Burgundy

Plettenberg Bay: Periwinkle Guest Lodge

Lounge Spa Room 1

Johannesburg: Safari Club SA

Safari Suite Family Suite Lounge

Klaserie Private Game Reserve: Baobab Ridge Private Lodge

Superior Suite bedroom Superior Suite- bathroom Lunch at the pool

Hazyview: Hippo Hollow Country Estate

Elephant Whispers Elephant Whispers River View

eSwatini: Foresters Arms

Hluhluwe: Hluhluwe River Lodge

Hluhluwe River Lodge Hluhluwe River Lodge Hluhluwe River Lodge

Cape Town: Bayflowers Guesthouse

Bayflowers Guest House Back Garden & Pool Area Bayflowers Guest House Back Garden & Pool Area Bayflowers Guest House Breakfast

Hermanus: Auberge Burgundy

Plettenberg Bay: Periwinkle Guest Lodge

Lounge Spa Room 1
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