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10 best Johannesburg to Cape Town tour packages
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- Kruger, Coast & Cape
- Best of South Africa
- South Africa Youth Adventure - 12 days
- 12 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe, Kruger NP & Cape Town (South Africa)
- South Africa Rainbow Route
- South Africa Odyssey
- Magnificent South Africa
- 12 Day Victoria Falls, Kruger Park, Chobe, Cape Town Southern Africa Discovery (Includes Inter-Tour Flights)
- Big Five and The Mighty Falls: South Africa & Zimbabwe
- Super South Africa : Wildlife Safari, Table Mountain, Garden Route
Kruger, Coast & Cape
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The amount of sights/activities/scenery you see in the two weeks is amazing. Loved it!”
The tour starts in Johannesburg with an Apartheid Museum visit, continuing to Kruger National Park. The route takes you through Hlane Royal Park, St Lucia Estuary, and Drakensberg Mountains before reaching Cape Town. Visit Boulder's Beach penguins and Table Mountain, covering 14 major destinations over 22 memorable days.
Duration 22 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Hlane Royal National Park, St Lucia, Durban, Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Cintsa, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, OudtshoornSee all destinations Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,195
15% Off- NZ$4,416You save $779
Meeting at Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo Airport, the route continues through Kruger, Durban, and the Garden Route, before reaching Cape Town. Visit 12 cities including Knysna, Tsitsikamma, and Gqeberha, staying at premium properties like The Maslow and Oyster Box Hotel.
Duration 15 days Destinations South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $9,275
10% Off- NZ$8,348You save $928
Duration 12 days Destinations Johannesburg, Soweto, Graskop, Dullstroom, Kruger National Park, Eswatini, Hlane Royal National Park, Cape Town Age Range Ages 18-49 Operator On The Go Tours From $5,715
10% Off- NZ$5,144You save $572
12 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe, Kruger NP & Cape Town (South Africa)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Victoria Falls was beautiful. We saw so many animals at a close distance.”
Nancy, traveled in October
Your stay begins at Johannesburg's Garden Court Hotel, moving through Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park, into Kruger's wilderness, and ending in Cape Town at Onomo Hotel. The route features scenic Chapman's Peak Drive and Stellenbosch wine region.
Duration 12 days Destinations South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Timeline Travel DMC From
10% Off- NZ$8,438
South Africa Rainbow Route
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“You'll get a variety of experiences including safaris, hikes, national parks, beaches, wineries and cities.”
Vicky, traveled in August
The morning starts in Johannesburg at 6:30 AM, following Mpumalanga's scenic landscapes to Kruger, through Zululand and the Wild Coast, before reaching Cape Town via the Garden Route. A visit to Stellenbosch wine region precedes the final stop at Table Mountain.
Duration 17 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Malolotja Nature Reserve, Hluhluwe, Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Addo Elephant National Park, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Hermanus, Cape Town Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, German Operator Sunway Safaris From
10% Off- NZ$5,550
South Africa Odyssey
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Cost-effective with great guides. Don't necessarily need more tours but you must add more photo stops!”
William, traveled in February
Setting off from Johannesburg, the route passes through Mpumalanga and Kruger National Park, before heading to eSwatini and along the Garden Route. The tour visits 17 distinct cities before concluding in Cape Town, featuring stops at Three Rondavels and Knysna Lagoon.
Duration 14 days Destinations Johannesburg, Pretoria, Hazyview, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park, Mbabane, Durban, St Lucia, Umhlanga, Port ElizabethSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Cullinan Guided Journeys From
10% Off- NZ$6,127
Magnificent South Africa
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A very thorough tour of South Africa, with more activities than I even imagined!”
DORIS, traveled in October
Starting from Johannesburg's Protea Hotel Balalaika, the route leads through Kruger Park, Makalali Reserve, and along the Garden Route. The tour includes iSimangaliso wetlands before finishing in Cape Town with Chapman's Peak and Cape Point exploration.
Duration 13 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hoedspruit, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Lobamba, St Lucia, Umhlanga, Port Elizabeth, Knysna, OudtshoornSee all destinations Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Wingbuddy From
10% Off- NZ$8,009
12 Day Victoria Falls, Kruger Park, Chobe, Cape Town Southern Africa Discovery (Includes Inter-Tour Flights)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We were so blessed to be upgraded to a private tour. We were lucky enough to see the Big 5 of Africa.”
Angela, traveled in July
Panorama Route exploration starts in Johannesburg, continuing through Kruger Park and Victoria Falls before reaching Cape Town. The tour includes Hermanus's Whale Bay and Stellenbosch's wineries, with internal flights connecting major destinations.
Duration 12 days Destinations South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Age Range Ages 8+ Operator HoneyBadger Travel & Tours From
10% Off- NZ$7,842
9-day journey from Johannesburg's historical sites through Hazyview's Kruger safaris and Victoria Falls' natural wonders, concluding in Cape Town. Explore Chapman's Peak Drive, Table Mountain, and the Cape of Good Hope while staying in 4-star accommodations throughout.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Victoria Falls, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
10% Off- NZ$8,351
The route connects Johannesburg's urban landscape through Pilanesberg's wilderness, along George's Garden Route, to Cape Town's coastal beauty. Highlights include Cango Caves, Table Mountain, and dramatic Chapman's Peak Drive.
Duration 11 days Destinations Johannesburg, Pilanesberg National Park, George, Knysna, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
10% Off- NZ$6,306
What people love about Johannesburg to Cape Town Tours
- South Africa Odyssey
Tour itinerary was comprehensive and suitable for all who wants to experience a little bit of everything (safaris, culture, scenery). Was a little skeptical for accomodation as im quite particular for hotels, but to my delight, all of these accomodations were good! Though it can be a little tiring some days, but that's a trade off to see so many things. Funny and knowledgeable Zach is an awesome guide whom felt more like a friend throughout the trip:) I believe he is a great asset of Culinan Guided tour. He made our holiday a fantastic one! No hiccups throughout the tour from airport pickup to airport dropoff with sufficient toilet breaks along the daily drives. Best decision ever to join this tour!
- 12 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe, Kruger NP & Cape Town (South Africa)
My friend and I had a wonderful vacation in Africa. Each place was very unique. Victoria Falls was beautiful. We had a fun time and met new friends on the dinner cruise. (Lots of hippos and saw some elephants). Then, in Chobe, we went on another sunset cruise and safari. We saw so many animals at a close distance. We saw hippos, elephants, Cape buffalo, giraffes, zebras, crocodile, wild dogs. We even watched a pride of lions for over an hour. It was magnificent! The Chobe safari was just me, my friend and the driver, so we could spend time in areas where we wanted. Next, we went to Kruger. Here we completed the Big Five and saw Rhinos and leopard! I didn't know what to expect with the panorama viewing day, but it was better than I could have imagined. Such beautiful landscape and waterfalls. We finished our trip in Cape Town. It's mountains and oceans. We enjoyed seeing the penguins at one of the beaches. We even saw ostrich around the Cape of Good Hope area. To top it off, the South African Springbok Rugby team won the World Championship, and we went to the celebration! The accommodations were wonderful. We enjoyed the food and the places our drivers took us to. I even tried ostrich fillets, and they were delicious. I was in communication with Andrew through WhatsApp during the vacation. He checked in many times to make sure everything was going well. Overall, we could not have asked for a better African Experience!
- South Africa Rainbow Route
Great tour of South Africa covering so much of the country. You'll get a variety of experiences including safaris, hikes, national parks, beaches, wineries and cities. You'll meet and see so many smiling faces of South Africa and enjoy their culture. Accommodation ranged from really basic in the Drakensberg mountains to really interesting huts in Kruger and Estiwini to amazing beautiful resorts outside of Kruger. There were some really long travel days in the truck but given the size of the country and the places covered it was totally expected. Sunway Safaris is a local company and you can see that they do their best to help local communities.
What our customers ask about Johannesburg to Cape Town Tours
What would be an example itinerary between Johannesburg and Cape Town?
A well-planned 12-day route begins with exploring Johannesburg's Soweto township before heading to Kruger National Park for safari experiences. The journey continues along the Garden Route where travelers spend 2 nights in Knysna exploring Tsitsikamma National Park and taking lagoon cruises. The route then leads to Hermanus for seasonal whale watching followed by 3 days in Cape Town. Here visitors explore Table Mountain Cape Point and the Winelands. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The guides were fantastic and I loved the itinerary. We were lucky enough to see the Big 5 of Africa on our bucket list trip."
What are the most common destinations visited between Johannesburg and Cape Town?
The route connects several key South African landmarks including Kruger National Park the Drakensberg Mountains Addo Elephant National Park Knysna and the Cape Winelands region. Many tours include stays at distinctive properties such as Kapama River Lodge near Kruger and The Turbine Boutique Hotel in Knysna. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour brings you to wild parks rich with animals and beautiful coastline! The guides were extremely friendly creative and supportive."
What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Johannesburg to Cape Town tour?
Standard tour packages cost between USD 3700 and USD 5995 with most 12-14 day trips averaging USD 4500. This price typically covers lodging at select properties like Kapama River Lodge and Belle Maroc Hotel plus meals transport and guided activities. According to a TourRadar review: "The Cape Victoria Discover Tour is a wonderful tour and a great value for your money offering amazing wildlife experiences including seeing the Big 5."
What is the average distance covered on a tour from Johannesburg to Cape Town?
The scenic route spans approximately 1400 km (870 miles) through South Africa's diverse landscapes. Key segments include the 400 km stretch from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park the 120 km Garden Route portion from Knysna to Oudtshoorn and the final leg through the Winelands. Overnight stays often include Perry's Bridge Hollow Boutique Hotel in Hazyview and Ocean View House in Cape Town.
What are the average tour lengths for tours from Johannesburg to Cape Town?
Tour durations range from 7 to 20 days though most programs run 12-15 days. The 15-day "Best of South Africa" tour covers major highlights while the "7-Day Kruger Game Drive and Cape Town Experience" offers a condensed version. One TourRadar traveler noted: "This was an incredible trip! We loved every second of it nothing felt like an add-on item at all."
What are the most popular wildlife viewing opportunities on the route?
The journey offers prime wildlife encounters particularly in Kruger National Park where visitors regularly spot the Big 5. Additional experiences include seasonal whale watching in Hermanus (June to December) elephant viewing at Addo Elephant National Park and birdwatching in Tsitsikamma Forest. A TourRadar traveler reported: "We saw incredible wildlife throughout the trip. The game drives in Kruger were particularly spectacular - we saw all of the Big 5 plus so much more!"
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