19 Day World in One Country Safari (JenS1)

Group Size Maximum: 10

DAY 1:

Johannesburg to Mpumalanga, South Africa

Departing from Johannesburg at 06h30 we head east towards Mpumalanga. A landscape characterized by mountains, panoramic passes, valleys, rivers, waterfalls and forests. We will camp the night in the old gold rush town of Pilgrims Rest, a living museum dating back to 1873. We explore the quaint town and visit the Mac Mac falls.

Distance:

500 km

Accommodation:

Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge (chalets with en-suite bathrooms)

DAY 2 - 3:

Kruger National Park, South Africa

This morning we stop at the "God's Window" viewpoint before heading to the Kruger National Park. Big game country - exciting game drives provide us with excellent game viewing. Spot lion, elephant, rhino and other animals in one of the last African wildernesses. Early morning & afternoon game drives get us close to the wildlife.

Distance:

200 km

Accommodation:

Berg en Dal Camp (tents with wash rooms with hot and cold water)

DAY 4-5:

Kingdom of Swaziland

The mountainous Kingdom of Swaziland, lead by King Mswati III, is one of 3 monarchies in Africa. Swazi's are proud of their traditional lifestyle & cultures. Hlane is a home to white rhino, zebra, giraffe, elephant, ostrich, crocodile, wildebeest and impala as well as small populations of lion, cheetah, leopard and hyena.

Distance:

150 km

Accommodation:

Ndlovu Camp (rondavels with en-suite bathrooms, no electricity)

DAY 6-7:

Zululand, South Africa

After visiting craft markets near Mbabane, we re-enter South Africa. Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve is a safe haven for the endangered black rhino. We have an afternoon and the following morning to do game drives in our vehicle and stop at hides and waterholes to watch game come down to drink. The first afternoon we visit a local Zulu village to learn about their culture, traditions and lifestyle.

Distance:

350 km

Accommodation:

Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve (tents with wash rooms with hot and cold water)

DAY 8-9:

Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa

Moving further south to the base of the Drakensberg (Dragon Mountains). We have two nights here in chalets allowing time for walking along beautiful mountain stream paths, looking for Bushman rock paintings or just enjoying spectacular views.

Distance:

450 km

Accommodation:

Chalets in the Underberg Region (rustic cottages with bathrooms)

DAY 10-11:

Wild Coast, South Africa

Passing rolling hills topped with Xhosa villages; we make our way to the Wild Coast. We stay overnight on the Wild Coast within walking distance of the beach. Dolphins are often seen surfing in the waves. The next day is free to explore the area on foot, meet local villagers and learn about the Xhosa culture or relax on the beach.

Distance:

430 km

Accommodation:

Hole in the Wall Campsite (tents with wash rooms with hot and cold water, bar & restaurant, close to beaches)

DAY 12-13:

Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa

A conservation success, Addo Elephant N.P. offers a unique wildlife area, famous for the Addo elephants. We head out on game drives in search of elephant, black rhino, lion, buffalo and leopard. Evening viewing at the floodlit waterhole allows us to watch the nocturnal animals.

Distance:

600 km

Accommodation:

Addo Elephant Campsites (tents with wash rooms with hot and cold water, bar & restaurant)

DAY 14-15:

Tsitsikamma, South Africa

Indigenous Tsitsikamma forests surround the campsite at Storms River mouth, and there are walks up the Storms River Gorge and along the rocky coastline. There is an option of world's highest bungi jump (own expense). Whale watching in season (July to November).

Distance:

260 km

Accommodation:

Storms River Campsite (tents with wash rooms with hot and cold water)

DAY 16:

Karoo, South Africa

After visiting 'The Heads' in Knysna, a town nestled on a tranquil lagoon we travel over the Outeniqua Mountains into the Little Karoo. In Oudtshoorn we visit the famous Cango Caves. We camp outside Oudtshoorn and enjoy our final night under Africa's starry skies.

Distance:

400 km

Accommodation:

Kleinplaas Campsite (tents with wash rooms with hot and cold water, swimming pool & cafeteria)

DAY 17 - 18:

Cape Town, South Africa

Visit Stellenbosch, for wine tasting and a cellar tour. Explore Cape Town and the 'Mother City's' many attractions; visit Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, Chapman's Peak drive, the harbour at Hout Bay, enjoy the famous beaches and the V&A Waterfront. Optional visit to Robben Island (own expense). Meals at a variety of local restaurants (own expense).

Distance:

410 km

Accommodation:

Hotel or Lodge in Cape Town (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, close to restaurants & shops)

DAY 19:

Cape Town, South Africa

We climb Table Mountain in the morning admiring the views over Table Bay and Cape Town. Spend the afternoon catching up on last minute curio shopping or just lazing on the beach absorbing the Cape's sunshine.

Tour ends at +/-18h00 at your hotel.