Itinerary
- Day 1
Johannesburg
You'll arrive in Johannesburg and have time to settle in before an early evening welcome meeting with your CEO and group. After that, there's a traditional South African braai (barbecue) dinner to get everyone together and kick things off.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
- Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue)
Optional Activities
- Apartheid Museum (180 ZAR per person)
- Day 2
Johannesburg to Hazyview
Early departure from Johannesburg for the drive to your lodge in Hazyview. The journey's long, so you'll stop along the way for lunch to break things up and stretch your legs. You'll get to the lodge in the late afternoon to freshen up before dinner with the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 3
Hazyview
Head out early for a bush walk in the Awelani Conservancy to see the local nature up close. After the walk, you'll have a picnic lunch and some rest time at the lodge. Later in the afternoon, set off on a safari drive into Kruger National Park to spot wildlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Nature Walk - Awelani Conservancy
- Northern Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks/POIs Kruger National Park - Day 4
Hazyview
Start very early to enter Kruger National Park for a full-day safari drive hunting for the Big Five. You'll spend the day looking for Africa's most iconic wildlife. Back at the lodge by late afternoon, then dinner with local cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Local fare)
Landmarks/POIs Kruger National Park - Day 5
Hazyview
Another full day in Kruger National Park. You'll board a 4x4 vehicle for an intimate wildlife safari drive that gives you a fresh perspective on the park. End the day back at the lodge with a traditional dinner and local dancing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional dinner with local dancing)
Included Activities
- Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive - Full day
- Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Landmarks/POIs Kruger National Park - Day 6
Hazyview
You have a free day to choose what suits your interests. Options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route with its scenic photography spots and the Great Escarpment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Kruger National Park Full Day Wildlife Safari Drive
- Panorama Route Full-Day Tour
Landmarks/POIs Kruger National Park Panorama Route - Day 7
Hazyview to Johannesburg
After breakfast at the lodge, you'll visit The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden in the Umhloti Nature Reserve to see rescued chimpanzees and learn about conservation efforts. Then depart for Johannesburg, arriving in the early evening for a group dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Chimp Eden Tour
Landmarks/POIs Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden Umhloti Nature Reserve - Day 8
Johannesburg to Gqeberha
Morning departure from Johannesburg to catch a flight to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). After you arrive, transfer to your hotel and have a free afternoon to check out the city. There's an optional group dinner in the evening if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
- Day 9
Gqeberha
Start the morning on a safari drive through Addo Elephant National Park with guides looking for rhinos, lions, buffalo, leopards, and elephants. You'll have a picnic breakfast in the bush and finish the drive in the afternoon. Then head back to Gqeberha for a free evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Picnic breakfast in the bush)
Included Activities
- Addo Elephant National Park Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks/POIs Addo Elephant National Park - Day 10
Gqeberha to Tsitsikamma
After breakfast, travel to Tsitsikamma National Park on the Garden Route. You'll do a CEO-led hike along the Mouth Trail with its winding boardwalk through the forest. In the afternoon, hike the Big Tree walk to see an 800-year-old Yellowwood tree. Rest of the evening is yours.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Storms River Mouth Trail - Tsitsikamma National Park
- Big Tree Walk - Garden Route
Landmarks/POIs Tsitsikamma National Park Storms River Mouth - Day 11
Tsitsikamma
You have a completely free day in the Tsitsikamma area. Pick from optional activities like the Woodcutters' Journey, tree canopy tour, seasonal whale watching, or whitewater tubing. Return to the hotel for a group dinner in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Tsitsikamma Woodcutters Journey
- Tree Canopy Tour
- Seasonal Whale Watching Excursion
- Whitewater Tubing
Landmarks/POIs Tsitsikamma National Park - Day 12
Tsitsikamma to Knysna
Morning visit to Robberg Nature Reserve for the Gap Circuit walk, where you'll see geological evidence from 120 million years ago when the supercontinent Gondwanaland broke apart. Later, head to Knysna for a CEO-led orientation covering the waterfront, town centre, Thesen Island with shops and restaurants, and the Knysna Forest. Free afternoon after.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Robberg Nature Reserve Visit
- Knysna CEO-led Orientation Tour
Landmarks/POIs Robberg Nature Reserve Knysna Forest Thesen Island - Day 13
Knysna
After breakfast, check out the Knysna Heads, which form the Knysna River Estuary. You'll explore the Eastern Head, walk along pathways at the foot of the cliffs, and learn about the area's local significance. Rest of the day is yours to spend however you want, with optional activities like an oyster tour available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Knysna Heads Visit
Optional Activities
- Knysna Oyster Tour
Landmarks/POIs Knysna Heads Knysna River Estuary - Day 14
Knysna to Franschhoek
Rise early for a scenic drive from Knysna to Franschhoek. Stop in Mossel Bay to see the lighthouse and walk around. Drive through Tradouw Pass and the Gatplaats Nature Reserve for a short hike with hilly views, then reach Barrydale for an included outdoor lunch with wine tasting. Arrive Franschhoek in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Outdoor lunch at a local restaurant with wine tasting)
Included Activities
- Knysna to Barrydale via Mossel Bay, Gatplaats Nature Reserve, & Tradouw Pass
- Barrydale Vineyard Visit
Landmarks/POIs Mossel Bay Tradouw Pass Gatplaats Nature Reserve Barrydale - Day 15
Franschhoek
Start with a CEO-led orientation walk down Franschhoek's main street. The rest is free to pursue optional activities like a guided bike tour in Stellenbosch, a history and art tour, or visiting wineries in this famous region. Dinner on your own this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Franschhoek CEO-led Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Guided Bike Tour - Stellenbosch
- History and Art Tour
- Winery Visit
Landmarks/POIs Franschhoek Stellenbosch - Day 16
Franschhoek to Cape Town
Depart the winelands and head for Cape Town this morning. Along the way, walk up Signal Hill and visit the Noon Gun site, one of Cape Town's oldest traditions. From the top you'll get fantastic views of the city's landmarks. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Cape Town, with an optional group dinner available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Signal Hill Hike
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Signal Hill Noon Gun - Day 17
Cape Town
After breakfast, head to Table Mountain and ride the cable car to the summit. Explore the scenic hiking trails up there for panoramic views before riding back down. Spend the afternoon on optional activities in the area. Tonight, there's a group dinner option to celebrate your day in this vibrant city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Table Mountain Visit via the Cable Car
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
- Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes (1400 ZAR per person)
- Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour (1500 ZAR per person)
- Cape Point Explorer Day Tour (1750 ZAR per person)
- West Coast Explorer Day Tour (1950 ZAR per person)
Landmarks/POIs Table Mountain Atlantis Dunes Hout Bay Cape Point West Coast - Day 18
Cape Town
Depart at a time that works for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
