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2 day South African Wildlife Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town

2 days
Start and end in Cape Town
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Safari
Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 13
Ages 12+
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Highlights

  • Spot some of Africa's Big Five on a 4x4 safari drive at Botlierskop Game Reserve.
  • Get close to nature & learn more about indigenous wildlife and plants with a 4x4 bush drive.
  • Observe orphaned African Elephants as they roam freely in nature.
  • Road trip along the famed Route 62 (about 5 hours inland) to semi-desert Oudtshoorn.

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Botlierskop Game Reserve, Oudtshoorn
  2. Day 2 Buffelsdrift, Route 62
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  • GC
    · October 10th, 2024
    The desemnated driver and guide in the same time, took us from Cape Town and during the trip we received interesting information related to the history, clime, areas, animals, flowers, culture of South Africa!
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Thank you for your 5 Star review Gabriela! It sounds like your guide really packed the journey with fascinating insights about South Africa’s history, climate, wildlife, and culture - travelling with a local guide just makes the journey so much nicer.... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • 2 day South African Wildlife Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town reviewer 2
    · October 9th, 2024
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    I did the two-day safari and it was incredible.
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Short and sweet.. thanks for this 5 Star review – We're so happy to hear your 2 Day Wildlife & Safari was incredible. There’s nothing quite like getting up close to nature and taking in the beauty of South Africa’s wildlife. Hope the memories stick... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • LT
    · March 12th, 2024
    Our driver KT was amazing. His exceptional knowledge on culture, demography and even botany took away the monotony of the endless miles from Capetown. He looked after us from the beginning of the tour right until the moment we said our goodbyes. I rate him 5*The walk with the elephants 5* The safari5*. I thoroughly enjoyed my time on this tour😍
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Hi Lauren T - thanks a bunch for the stellar 5-star review! We're absolutely thrilled that you enjoyed the tour and felt the magic of exploring on Safari with us. Shoutout to KT for being the real hero with his incredible knowledge and making those... Show more
    Trip date: March 2024
  • SB
    · February 25th, 2024
    Uriel, the guide, was incredible. He was attentive, informative, and just a pleasure to ride with to the 2 safaris. The tent camping at Buffelsdrift game reserve was top notch. The safari guides were great too! If I could give 10 stars I would. Thanks for a truly memorable experience!
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Wow Scott - 10 stars.. we'll take them all :) We appreciate your kind words about Uriel and the luxe tent camping (aka glamping) at Buffelsdrift game reserve.. This surely makes for one unforgettable Safari trip experience. Thank you for the fantastic... Show more
    Trip date: February 2024
  • DN
    · January 9th, 2024
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    On the whole the trip was ok. The bus and especially the driver who accompanied us for 2 days, as well as the guides on the safaris, were very good... The vehicles on the safaris, on the other hand, were an ancient, extremely loud "tractor" and on the other tour a small truck that had no suspension. The overnight stay in the luxurious tent house was OUTSTANDING! Apart from buffalo and leopard, we saw almost everything... In the description of the safari over two days, a lot was suggested, e.g. lunch, meeting elephants (which was an absolute highlight) was included, or great 4x4 vehicles to sit in...
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Hi Detlef, and thank you for your honest review and helpful feedback. We're happy to hear that in general, you found the trip satisfactory. We appreciate your kind words about our dedicated driver and safari guides; they truly aim to provide the best... Show more
    Trip date: January 2024
  • 2 day South African Wildlife Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town reviewer 6
    · November 17th, 2023
    Great trip, well worth it. Thoroughly enjoyed the 2 days. Thank you
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Thanks a million for your stellar review! We're over the moon that you thoroughly enjoyed the 2day safari trip with us — feedback like this means the world to us. You can also feel good, as your choice to tour with us also contributes to community... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • GF
    · November 16th, 2023
    Hi Tour Radar, We travelled with your tour guide ‘Maudi’ on your 2 day Tour Radar trip to the Buffelddrift game lodge on 4th and 5th November. Mordi was an excellent host and driver and kept everyone entertained throughout the whole trip. He was very knowledgeable about the sights we were seeing on the way there plus what was coming up at the Game Park. Our travel group bonded very well under Mordi’s good humour and inspiration even to the last customer being returned to their home base after the tour. We recommend Mordi as an excellent asset for your company tours and we highly recommend him. We highly recommend his participation in making any of your tours a great success. Yours Sincerely Glenn Flintrop and Neil Burton.
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Hi again Glenn and Neil. Thanks so much for your fantastic 5-star review and for journeying with us on the 2-day Safari trip to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge led by guide Maudi! We're thrilled to hear Maudi's excellent hosting and driving skills, coupled with... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • DB
    · November 9th, 2023
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    Very good getaway, lets you see the reserve and the animals.
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Bonjour Driss, we love it if you love it. Thanks a bunch for theis french awesome review! We're stoked you had a very good getaway with us, exploring the game reserve and hanging out with the animals. Your choice to tour with Hotspots2c makes a... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • WS
    · April 2nd, 2023
    This was totally worth doing the trip. We did the elephant experience and the safari there the first day, with the bigger safari the second day. Our friends had those days reversed so be aware that it can be either way. If you do the big safari the first day, you may be a little disappointed in the smaller one so little one the first day is best if you can confirm it. The elephant experience may have been the best part, so do that too! Upgrade the room unless you are ok with a 10 bed hostel room.
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Ahhh such a great review with so many tips for future travellers too.. thanks for taking your time to share your feedback and advice. So glad you enjoyed the trip! And yes, the bush drive at Buffelsdrift is focusing on smaller animals, insects and... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023
  • AC
    · February 27th, 2023
    Great company to book a tour with, and do a safari departing from cape town. We visited Buffelsdrift game reserve and Botlierskop game reserve which were both super, and our guide Mauri was very helpful and accommodating.
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    Hotspots2c commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your 5star review and kind words, Alice. We're thrilled you had a great time on our safari tour. The game reserve we selected for this overnight safari trip are indeed incredible places to visit for a good wildlife experience so close... Show more
    Trip date: February 2023

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    Monica

    Asked on October 16th, 2025

    haven't locked in dates yet as still organizing things but during our time there we would love to visit the game reserve, just need some information re the tour, will we self drive from Cape Town to the reserve? Do we stay in the lodge? are meals included? And will we see all the animals in that time frame?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2025

      Transfers / Self-Drive: Guests do not need to self-drive - guided transport from Cape Town to the game reserve is included as part of the tour, so you can relax and enjoy the scenery. Accommodation: Depending on your choice of accommodation you will either stay at a backpacker lodge or guesthouse within or near the game reserve, giving you a comfortable base for your safari experience. Meals: Only breakfast is included during your stay - Lunch and dinner is for your own account. Wildlife Viewing: While we can't guarantee sightings of every single animal (nature can be unpredictable!), our tours are designed to maximize your chances of seeing the Big Five and other wildlife in the reserve.

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      Monica

      TravelerWritten October 2025

      do you pick us up in Cape Town and drive us to the reserve and then back to Cape Town? Also if we stay in reserve I assume there is a restaurant

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    Irene

    Asked on October 15th, 2025

    Could you please confirm if airport transfers are included? If not, is it possible for travelers to request transfers for an additional fee?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2025

      Airport transfers are not included in our 2Day Wildlife & Safari tour. Guests are welcome to request transfers through us, or they may make use of the shuttle services available at the airports.

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      Irene

      TravelerWritten October 2025

      Will there be a shuttle service after the Safari Tour is over? Can you tell me the cost please

    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2025

      Our tours typically depart in the morning between 6:00 and 7:00 am and return in the evening between 6:00 and 8:00 pm.

    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2025

      It will unfortunately not be possible to adjust the schedule, since it is a Scheduled Joined Group tour and we also have 20 other travelers booked on this tour. We can not guarantee that the tour will return in time for your departure flight.

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    Joyce

    Asked on October 1st, 2025

    Why are they unable to join as a single traveler? Can't they just pay a single supplement?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2025

      Fridays are seen as an unscheduled departure day at a higher rate and a minimum number of 2x travelers are needed to confirm the tour.

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    Sherry

    Asked on September 25th, 2025

    I'll be in Africa in October/November and volunteering at the Ashia Cheetah Center. I'd like to book a 2-day safari. Do you offer pickup in this area or a transfer?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten September 2025

      Pickups are usually done at locations within 10km radius from Cape Town City Centre. We can make arrangements for the guide to pick you up at a meeting point close to Paarl. Exotic Animal World (Previously Butterfly World), R44, Stellenbosch, 7600 would be the closest meeting point that the guide can collect you, but you would have to make your own arrangements to get there. Drop off would depend on your location preferences, and you can discuss with the guide the nearest point for drop-off.

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    Kimberly

    Asked on September 14th, 2025

    I'll be in Africa in October/November and volunteering at the Ashia Cheetah Center. I'd like to book a 2-day safari with you. My question is, do you also offer pickup in this area or a transfer?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten September 2025

      The team advised that they can pick you up from the Exotic Animal world (Butterfly World) in Klapmuts.

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    Melanie

    Asked on August 6th, 2025

    We want to go on the safari trip but we have some questions regarding the luggage. Is it normal for people to bring their suitcase on this trip? And is the suitcase secure?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten August 2025

      Yes, you are welcome to bring your luggage with on tour, the luggage requirements advise that it may not be more than 25kg. There will be space in the Tour van, or perhaps if the van is full then there will be a trailer as well.

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    Susan

    Asked on February 12th, 2025

    Is travel insurance required for this tour?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten February 2025

      While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to have travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances.

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    Alexis

    Asked on January 23rd, 2025

    We are interested in the two day safari from Cape Town. We will be staying at Hotel Verde at the airport, can we be picked up from there?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can most definitely pick you up from Hotel Verde at the airport.

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    Svenja

    Asked on October 15th, 2024

    What meals are included during the tour?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2024

      Only breakfast is typically included; please confirm specifics with your booking.

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    Pascal

    Asked on September 30th, 2024

    How many travelers can participate in the tour?

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    • Hotspots2cOperatorWritten October 2024

      The group size can vary; please refer to specific booking details for maximum participants.

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