South Africa 2 Week Tour

Upon your arrival in Cape Town, your guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your accommodation for a three-night stay. This trip allows you to experience all the major highlights in just two weeks without feeling rushed.

Depending on your arrival time, a first discovery of the city is possible. Explore the lively streets and unique energy of this city nestled between the ocean and the mountains.

In the late afternoon, head to the colourful Bo Kaap district. Faeeza will welcome you into her vibrant home to share her culinary and cultural world. You will enjoy a truly authentic moment filled with the scents of curry, warm roti and crispy samoosas. You can learn more about the history and traditions of Bo Kaap in this article.

The evening concludes with your first night in Cape Town, leaving you two full days to explore this iconic city and its surroundings.

This morning, if the weather is clear, you will take the cable car up Table Mountain to admire Cape Town from above. You will enjoy a spectacular 360 degree view between the ocean and the mountains.

Afterwards you will drive to the Franschhoek Valley and visit the Huguenot Memorial Museum. This site explores the history of French Huguenots in South Africa within the broader context of migration and the search for freedom. It is a visit that highlights the rich cultural diversity of the country.

Following your tour, it is time for the pleasures of the table. Enjoy lunch at a Franschhoek vineyard followed by a wine tasting. Even if you are not a wine lover, the landscape of vines and mountains is a treat for the eyes.

Upon returning to Cape Town, your evening is free. Your guide will be happy to recommend several excellent dining spots in the city.

Please note that the Table Mountain cable car ticket is not included as the weather is unpredictable. You can purchase this on site for approximately £25 per person. If you want to learn more about the weather and seasons in South Africa, you can check our guide here.

The day begins with a change of scenery as a short flight takes you from Cape Town to Durban. Upon landing, you will drive through rolling green landscapes towards St Lucia, often called the hippo town of South Africa. As the gateway to the spectacular iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the region features wild beaches, dunes, lakes and estuaries where wildlife is abundant.

In the late afternoon, you will board a cruise on the St Lucia estuary. As the sun dips below the horizon, golden light hits the calm waters where hippos, crocodiles and a variety of colourful birds swim. This experience is both peaceful and thrilling. The evening continues with a dinner in the friendly atmosphere of St Lucia.

Today you will experience a true highlight. You head to the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park, the oldest nature reserve in Africa. The journey takes you past green fields of pineapple and sugar cane before the vast plains and rolling hills of the park open up before you.

The morning begins with a guided bush walk. Exploring on foot changes everything. You will notice details often missed during motorised safaris, such as tracks in the sand, the cleverness of insects and the scents of wild plants. This intimate immersion offers a fresh perspective on the bush.

In the afternoon, you will set off on a safari in an open 4x4. This time the horizon widens as you search for larger animals. You can observe rhinos, elephants, giraffes and antelopes in their natural habitat. These two different yet complementary experiences reveal the full richness of Hluhluwe Imfolozi.

At the end of the day, you will return to St Lucia. You can finish your evening in one of the friendly restaurants in the village, perhaps enjoying some freshly caught fish.

After breakfast in South Africa, you take the road to the border and enter the Kingdom of eSwatini. The journey through green hills and valleys leads you to the Mantenga Nature Reserve. There, at the Mantenga Cultural Village, you will discover Swazi history and customs through traditional dances, songs, and crafts.

After this cultural immersion, a stop at a craft centre allows you to wander among local creations and enjoy a friendly coffee break.

the day ends as you settle into your accommodation in eSwatini for a peaceful first evening in this charming little kingdom.

Today you immerse yourself fully in Swazi culture, balancing traditions with contemporary life. The morning begins with a walk through the semi-rural community of Lobamba Lomdzala Inkhundla, followed by a visit to the local market. This is a chance to dive into the lively daily life of the residents, where colourful stalls overflow with handcrafted goods and spicy aromas.

The road then leads you through the Mdzimba mountains, where a Swazi family welcomes you to their village. You will discover their customs and way of life while sharing authentic moments of exchange filled with songs, laughter and daily activities.

At midday you will enjoy a picnic overlooking a panorama of green hills. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy the surroundings and eSwatini hospitality at your own pace before spending the night there.

This morning you take the road to leave eSwatini. Before crossing the border, a stop at Ngwenya Glass allows you to watch master blowers transform recycled glass into unique creations. Beyond the workshop the site also houses small craft shops and a local chocolate maker. It is a pleasant place to wander among original souvenirs and sweet treats.

You then continue your journey towards South Africa and reach Hazyview, a small green town at the gates of Kruger National Park. Your accommodation awaits for a peaceful evening, giving you the chance to relax and prepare for tomorrow's adventure.

At dawn a new memorable stage awaits: your first safari in the Kruger.

From Hazyview you set off for a full day along the famous Panorama Route. This legendary road leads you through spectacular views of steep cliffs, roaring waterfalls and mountain landscapes under an immense sky.

Among the essential stops is the Blyde River Canyon, the third largest canyon in the world. It impresses with its dizzying walls and striking contrasts of rock and greenery. The viewpoints you discover along the route are among the most beautiful in South Africa, so your camera is a must.

At midday lunch awaits at the Chubby Pig, a picturesque spot by a river. It is the perfect place to enjoy a gourmet break in a unique setting.

In the late afternoon you return to Hazyview for a quiet evening with your mind still filled with the grand images of the day.

Today you head for the legendary Kruger National Park, one of the largest reserves in Africa. You leave Hazyview early in the morning and board an open 4x4 for an unforgettable day of safari.

the tracks of the Kruger reveal incredible diversity. You might see elephant families near a waterhole, giraffes moving with elegance or lions resting in the shade of acacia trees. At every turn your ranger guide shares stories of the bush and teaches you to read tracks in the sand, making every sighting feel alive.

At midday you will enjoy a picnic in the heart of nature surrounded by the sounds of the bush. Your exploration continues in the afternoon until you return to Hazyview.

At the end of the day you will share a sundowner together. Raise a glass at sunset to celebrate your final night in the African bush. The evening continues quietly at your accommodation with the images and emotions of this wild immersion still in your mind.

Today you leave the peace of the bush behind and take the road to Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa. After breakfast you set off towards the metropolis through changing landscapes that mark the transition from the wild to urban life.

You will arrive in the afternoon. Settle into your accommodation and enjoy a free evening which is the perfect time to rest before exploring Johannesburg the following morning.

This evening the group beings making their way home, but there is more to see before you go.

In the morning you will head to the Apartheid Museum with your travel guide. It is one of the most significant sites for understanding the recent history of South Africa. This visit offers a powerful and deeply moving experience that sheds light on the country's past and its journey towards democracy.

In the late afternoon you will return to your hotel for a moment of rest before your transfer to the airport. Your international flight is scheduled for this evening.

We hope the landscapes, encounters and impressions from this exceptional journey stay with you for a long time.

The entire Africaventura team thanks you for travelling with us. It was a true pleasure to share South Africa in our own way and to have you by our side.