How to choose your trip to South Africa
South Africa is one of the continent's most popular destinations. Tours focus on the famous Garden Route (along the country's southern coast and the Cape) or the wildlife parks, indigenous culture and historical sites of the eastern provinces, with many comprehensive tours encompassing both regions also available. Hiking tours are available on the dramatic Drakensburg Mountains near Lesotho. South Africa is also a key part of overland itineraries, at the start or end of journeys throughout southern Africa or all the way north to Zanzibar, Nairobi and the gorillas.
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From wildlife safaris in Africa to tiger tracking in India and visits to the chattering penguins of Antarctica, Explore offers a diverse range of wildlife adventures for everyone, whatever your passion. Join us in Spitsbergen in search of Polar bears or in Madagascar to see reclusive lemurs; experience face-to-face encounters with endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda or track elusive jaguars in Guyana. Search for the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhinoceros, buffalo and elephant – in Africa’s world-famous game parks; or for the ultimate African wildlife experience join a walking safari, where the thrill of being on foot among the wildlife is second to none. Closer to home you could observe the rare European brown bear in Finland, the whales and dolphins of the Azores or the prolific birdlife of the Scottish islands. By exploring in small, inconspicuous groups you can not only get into the heart of the animal kingdom for exciting wildlife encounters, but also enjoy longer periods of relaxed observation with excellent opportunities for photography and video. Zululand & Kruger Wildlife + Cape Escape 20 days
from £2099 excl. flights*   Combine a safari through South Africa and Swaziland with an exciting journey along the 'Garden Route' and the Western Cape. We visit Zulu battlefields, search for wildlife in the renowned Kruger National Park and take a walking safari through Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary. Travelling to Africa's southernmost region we walk on the beautiful 'Garden Route' coastline, explore great wine estates and climb Table Mountain. | ||
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Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences. Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character. Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience. All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own. 
The trips we've build our reputation on. Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures. South Africa Camping Adventure 16 days
from £1499 excl. flights*   Southern Africa is one of the continent’s most fascinating destinations, and on this two-week trip, you’ll get the best of what this dynamic region has to offer. Going from Cape Town to Johannesburg, you’ll experience the mountains of Lesotho, coastal Zululand, and the hiking terrain of Tugela Gorge, while camping and shared dorms help keep costs down. Cap it off with game drives in Addo NP and Kruger NP before visiting rural Shalati, also home to our G Adventures-supported New Hope project. Wildlife and warm feelings guaranteed. | ||||
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South Africa Highlights 14 days
from £1735 excl. flights*   On this trip we discover the highlights of South Africa, learning about its turbulent history in Soweto and then visiting Kruger, the most famous National Park in Southern Africa for two full days of safari, searching for big game. We fly down to the Garden Route to take an incredible journey from Tsitsikamma down to Cape Town, taking in Knysna and Featherbed National Park, Hermanus for some of the best whale watching in the world and of course an overnight stay in the historic town of Stellenbosch, known for its award winning wineries and vineyards. In Cape Town there is the chance to take a trip to Robben Island or the cable car up Table Mountain. |
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* Prices are either exclusive of international flights or inclusive of flights from and to the UK as stated. Prices may vary depending on the specific departure date. Some tours may include an additional local payment to be paid in cash (USD or EURO) to the tour leader at the beginning of the tour. Please refer to the tour website for details.