South African Sojourn

“South Africa” is a dream destination in so many ways because of its incredible geographical diversity, its superb infrastructure, its legendary sunny weather and its super-friendly people. Roughly the size of Spain and France combined, South Africa is situated at the very southern tip of African continent. The Atlantic and the Indian Oceans wash its shores and meet at Cape Agulhas – one of the only places in the world where a person can watch two oceans meet. South Africa is blessed with spectacular scenery and natural landscapes - soaring mountain peaks and passes, dense and ancient forests, miles of unspoiled coastline, rivers to sooth or thrill you, and rolling flower fields and grasslands of every hue.

In our South African Sojourn, we will be visiting the most scenic and spectacularly beautiful sights in this “Rainbow Nation”. South Africa's Rainbow Nation title refers to the incredible diversity of its people, from the original San inhabitants of the land to the people who migrated and settled here over the years. There is hardly a nation on Earth that is not in some way represented in this diverse country. We will land in Johannesburg to start our memorable trip to this fabulous country. We will visit the world-famous Gold Reef City; to have a look at how the gold biscuits take shape. The next day we will drive towards the world-famous Kruger National Park, located in East of country. The Park has a rich array of southern African wildlife including the “Big Five”, the five most dangerous game animals in Africa. We could see most of the animal species of southern Africa which include Lions, Elephants, Black & White Rhinoceros, African Buffaloes, Leopards, Zebras, Hyenas, Giraffes, Hippos and Crocodiles.

After spending three nights in the park, we will fly down to the city on Southern tip of the country, Cape Town. It is the second most populated city in South Africa after Johannesburg. The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists, most notable being Table Mountain. We will be taking the cable car (Weather permitting) to reach top of the mountain.

We will also be visiting the Cape Point. Then we will take the very famous “Garden Route” or “Route 62”. This route connects Cape Town with Port Elizabeth via Oudtshoorn. This route is also famous as “Wine Route”, for obvious reasons!! At Oudtshoorn, we will be visiting various sightseeing spots like The Cango Caves, the Ostrich Farm and ending the day by a boat cruise on the Knysna Lagoon. From Knysna we will be visiting various sightseeing spots like Plettenberg Bay, Storms River Village, Garden of Eden and Monkey Land.

Day wise detailed itinerary of the Safari

Day-1
Arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg and transfer to the hotel. Night stay in hotel in Johannesburg.

Day-2
Johannesburg City Tour, Visit Hill brow, Constitution Hill, Central Johannesburg, Braamfontein, Newtown, and the Carlton Centre, also known as the ‘Top of Africa’ and the amazing Gold Reef City. Night stay in hotel in Johannesburg.

Day-3
Drive to the world-famous Kruger National Park for watching the African Wildlife. Night stay in a jungle lodge in Kruger National Park.

Day-4
The whole day we will be doing open vehicle game safari into the Kruger National Park to get the glimpse of the BIG 5s! Night stay in a jungle lodge in Kruger National Park.

Day-5
This additional day in the Kruger National Park is a boon for the photographers, as it gives them a better chance to catch action in their cameras. Night stay in a jungle lodge in Kruger National Park.

Day-6
After breakfast we will drive back to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to catch a flight for Cape Town. We will reach Cape Town by evening. Night stay in hotel in Cape Town.

Day-7
A whole day sightseeing tour of Cape Town. Visit Atlantic seaboard coastal road, beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, fishing village of Hout Bay, the Seal Island the Chapman’s Peak, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach, Cape Point and the naval base of Simonstown. Night stay in hotel in Cape Town.

Day-8
Visit Table Mountain and then drive through Clifton. Visit the Houses of Parliament, the City Hall, The Castle and Slave Lodge. Night stay in hotel in Cape Town.

Day-9
Begin our journey up the “Garden Route” or “Route 62” to arrive in Oudtshoorn. Night stay in hotel in Oudtshoorn.

Day-10
The sightseeing of Oudtshoorn including The Cango caves, The Cango Wildlife Ranch and an Ostrich farm. The trip will continue on-wards to Knysna. Visit the Knysna Waterfront and enjoy boat cruise on the Knysna Lagoon. Night stay in hotel in Knysna.

Day-11
Full day tour of the Knysna / Tsitsikamma area. We will also visit Plettenberg Bay, Garden of Eden and Monkey Land. En-route visit Plettenberg Bay, Storms River Village. Night stay in hotel in Knysna.
Day-12
After breakfast we will drive to George to catch a flight for Johannesburg and from there for the onward journey.

Where Will I Stay?

2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Johannesburg on AP basis.
3 nights in a jungle lodge in Kruger National Park on FB basis.
3 nights in a 3-star hotel in Cape Twon on AP basis
1 night in a 3-star hotel in Oudtshoorn on AP basis
2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Knysna on AP basis

How willI travel?

The costs of internal flights are not included
Travel is by Luxury coach OR by SUV, depending on the group size
All road travel which involves long hours of sitting at one position

What about my health?

Relatively very easy and comfortable tour
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is a must