Best of South Africa

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hotels (4 nts), Tented Camp (2 nts) Lodges (3 nts)

• Meals
  9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners

• Welcome Moment

  Meet your CEO and group upon arrival.

• Table Mountain Cable Car Ride

  Enjoy a ride and visit to Table Mountain.

• Nature Walk

  Participate in a guided nature walk.

• Wildlife Safari Drive

  Experience a wildlife safari drive.

• Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

  Enjoy a traditional dinner accompanied by local dancing.

• Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive

  Embark on a wildlife safari drive in an open vehicle in Kruger National Park.

• Chimp Eden Tour

  Visit the Jane Goodall Institute’s Chimp Eden.

• Free Time in Cape Town

  Enjoy free time to explore Cape Town.

• Internal Flight

  Internal flight between Cape Town and Johannesburg is included.

• Transport

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities during free time are not included.

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs and drinks are not included.

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.

• Visa Fees

  Visa fees are not included.

Accommodation

Experience a blend of comfort and adventure with stays in hotels for 4 nights, a tented camp for 2 nights, and lodges for 3 nights, offering a unique taste of South African hospitality.

Transport

Private vehicles, safari vehicles, walking.

Meals Included

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners

Group Size

Max 18.

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Meals

Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available in southern Africa. On this tour, we provide a few meals for you and your group members, so as to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility in you choices. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though - while in the larger centres, your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.



For the included meals, vegetarian meal requests and other dietary requirements need to be specified prior to arrival.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private vehicles, safari vehicles, walking, and a plane, ensuring a seamless journey through South Africa's stunning landscapes and wildlife.

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Important Notes

1. This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the African landscape, countries, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience. We use a comfortable and safe air-conditioned tour vehicle for the long drives.



2. It may be required to show a Yellow Fever certificate if you are traveling to South Africa from a Yellow Fever endemic country.



3. DRONES

The use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.



4. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.



5. ARRIVAL AIRPORT

Please note, if you're arrival airport in Johannesburg is NOT 'Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport' and you have pre-booked an arrival transfer, please contact us as soon as possible so we can pass this information onto our local office and transfer provider. This may incur additional costs.

Group Leader

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEO). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

About Accommodation

Camping in Africa is truly an adventure. You will be able to get off the beaten track to get a first-hand experience of the beautiful wilderness and nature. While camping, we stay at designated campsites in national parks and outside towns. Campsite facilities in southern Africa are generally good, but can be basic in certain places. There are generally small restaurants and/or bars, flush toilets, showers (generally outdoors, some with simple reed enclosures), washing facilities and telephones available. Additionally, warm water is available at most sites, but it is not guaranteed to always be warm when you take your shower; the warm water may be used up by others who also use the camp. We usually set-up camp within close proximity to the toilet facilities, though occasionally to reach them you may have to walk a short distance.



We sleep in good quality, durable, industry-standard 2-person safari canvas tents. Please note that most adults will not be able to fully stand up inside the tents, though most travellers find these more than adequate, as they have a base area of approximately 4 square meters. These tents are regularly treated with a waterproofing agent, but under certain rainy conditions, the tent fabric may become saturated to the point where seepage or leakage may occur. All tents have built-in mesh insect netting on the windows and doors.



We travel with our own portable camp chairs with a comfortable back-rest, and we utilize our own cooking equipment to provide the group good quality camp meals.



In camping within the national parks and conservation areas, some camp sites are enclosed for keeping the resident wildlife out. Other camps are open to the natural environment – care must be taken, especially at night, when a torch/flashlight is recommended when walking around the camp area.



Please note that due to the high demand for accommodation in the parks, sometimes we will arrange alternative accommodation outside of the park.

What to Take

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labeled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase, or sports bag, maximum 15kg, plus a daypack. Luggage limits on airlines are strictly enforced and space on vehicles is limited. Porters are not available, so be prepared to carry your own bags. It is important to pack clothes for warm days and cool evenings, as well as a warm jacket for early morning wildlife safari drives. . It is wise to bring plenty of layers for cool mornings and evenings. A set of smart casual clothes is also advisable.



Please be advised that if you plan to bring a drone with you, the use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.