From CapeTown: 12-Day Tour to Johannesburg with Accomodation

The Heads, Eastern Cape



Embark on a 12-day tour from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Discover South Africa's diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage. Enjoy hiking, wine-tasting, sunset cruise, game safaris and more

Overview

This 12-day guided tour explores South Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and cultural heritage, suitable for nature and culture enthusiasts starting from Cape Town.

Highlights

  • Experience African wildlife on a full-day safari at Kruger National Park
  • View African Penguins at Betty’s Bay and wine tasting at Benguela Cove Wine Estate
  • Visit Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of Africa
  • Discover Swellendam and enjoy a safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve
  • Explore the Garden Route, Knysna Heads, and hike at Robberg Nature Reserve

Description

Begin in Cape Town and visit Betty’s Bay to see African penguins, then proceed to whale watching in Hermanus. Enjoy wine tasting at Benguela Cove and overnight at Cape Agulhas.

On day two, visit Swellendam, experience a safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve, then spend the evening in Mossel Bay. Continue through the Garden Route exploring Wilderness, Knysna Heads, and take a sunset cruise on Knysna Lagoon before staying overnight in Knysna.

Day four includes a hike at Robberg Nature Reserve and beach relaxation in Plettenberg Bay. Day five offers an optional bungee jump at Bloukrans Bridge (own expense) followed by a tour of Port Elizabeth.

The journey continues along the coast with visits to Port Alfred and East London, staying overnight in East London. Explore the Wild Coast region on day seven by visiting Mvezo, Nelson Mandela’s birthplace, and the Mthatha Museum, with an overnight stay in Mthatha.

Day eight features the Mandela Capture Site, Howick Falls, and arrival in Durban. After a city tour in Durban on day nine, visit St Lucia Estuary in iSimangaliso Wetland Park for a hippo and crocodile boat cruise.

Days 10 and 11 focus on Mpumalanga with a full-day safari in Kruger National Park, visits to Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and Berlin Falls. The tour ends on day twelve with travel through Mpumalanga arriving in Johannesburg.

Includes

  • 12 days and 11 nights accommodation (bed and breakfast)
  • Game safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve
  • Full-day safari at Kruger National Park
  • Hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve
  • Tours of Hermanus, Port Alfred, Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Mthatha Museum, Mvezo, and Durban City
  • Expert guide
  • Transportation by bus, coach, jeep, SUV, and car
  • Entrance fees to listed attractions
  • Safari experiences as detailed

Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner
  • Bungee jumping
  • Sunset boat cruise
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

Important Information

  • Check weather conditions and dress accordingly
  • Some activities require physical fitness
  • Prepare for early starts on some days

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the start date for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Bring comfortable hiking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. The best time to visit is during South Africa’s spring and autumn months for mild weather and optimal wildlife viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour starts in Cape Town and includes stops in Betty’s Bay, Eastern Cape, Garden Route, Swellendam, and Johannesburg.
Yes, the tour features a full-day game safari at Kruger National Park and visits to Botlierskop Game Reserve.
You can observe African penguins at Betty’s Bay, located along the Eastern Cape coast.
The guided tour lasts 12 days, combining coastal, wildlife, and cultural experiences.
Yes, accommodation is included throughout the 12-day tour.
Activities along the Garden Route include hikes at Knysna Heads and Robberg Nature Reserve.
Yes, the tour includes wine tasting at Benguela Cove Wine Estate in the Eastern Cape region.
Whale watching opportunities are best during the local whale season; check the tour schedule for exact timing.
Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, is one of the stops on the coastal part of the tour.
The hikes at Knysna Heads and Robberg Nature Reserve vary in difficulty but are suitable for most fitness levels.

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