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7-Day Kruger National Park and Cape Town

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Overview

Discover the highlights of South Africa on this incredible seven-day adventure visiting the Greater Kruger National Park and Balule Game Reserve to spot the Big 5 as well as the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town.

Beginning at the famous Kruger National Park, you'll have three and a half days dedicated to ticking off the Big 5. You'll enjoy some of Kruger’s most spectacular landscapes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, birdlife and plantlife; sightings are special memories never to be forgotten.

Moving on, you'll spend the second half of your 7 day South Africa itinerary discovering the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town complete with its glorious backdrop of Table Mountain and the stunning Cape Peninsula.
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Africa!

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Welcome to Africa!

On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, you'll check-in for your onward flight to Hoedspruit, the gateway to Kruger National Park. You are met on arrival in Hoedspruit and transferred to the Imbali Lodge where you are based for the next few days. You'll have lunch and dinner at the lodge and will have the entire day to relax in five-star luxury in the middle of the bush. The adventures of your 7 day South Africa itinerary begin tomorrow!

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    Accommodation

    Imbali Safari Lodge5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Kruger Game Drive

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    Restaurants

    Imbali Safari Lodge

    Imbali Safari Lodge

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    Transportations

    Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hoedspruit Aerodrome

    Private Driver from Hoedspruit Aerodrome to Imbali Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mpumalanga

    Hoedspruit

Day 2

Big 5 Discovery

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Big 5 Discovery

Enjoy the day absorbing the sights and sounds of the real Africa. Kick-start your day before the sun rises, dunking a homemade rusk into a steamy cup of coffee before setting off on your morning safari with your assigned ranger. Watch as the bush awakens around you; the dew glistens on the webs of the Golden Orb spider and Lilac Breasted Rollers flash their startling sky-blue bellies as they flit past your game vehicle. In the evening, you'll head out once again into the bush on safari.

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    Accommodation

    Imbali Safari Lodge5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Morning Game Drive in Balule Nature Reserve

    Kruger Game Drive

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    Restaurants

    Imbali Safari Lodge

    Imbali Safari Lodge

    Imbali Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mpumalanga

    Limpopo

    Hoedspruit

Day 3

On the Lookout for the Big 5

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On the Lookout for the Big 5

You may not have seen all of the Big 5 so today represents yet another opportunity to keep exploring, sightings are special memories never to be forgotten. Enjoy some of Kruger’s most spectacular landscapes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, birdlife and plantlife within the Mluwati Concession, ensuring that each safari experience will be unique.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Imbali Safari Lodge5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Kruger Game Drive

    Kruger Game Drive

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    Restaurants

    Imbali Safari Lodge

    Imbali Safari Lodge

    Imbali Safari Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mpumalanga

    Hoedspruit

Day 4

Farewell Big 5 and Hello Cape Town

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Farewell Big 5 and Hello Cape Town

Bid farewell to the bush and say hello to the cosmopolitan town of Cape Town. This morning, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg and connection to Cape Town. You are met at the Cape Town Airport by a representative and transferred to the Cape Milner Hotel - your base of exploration for the next few days. You'll check-in, relax and enjoy a day of leisure or exploring this wonderful city.

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    Accommodation

    The Cape Milner Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Imbali Safari Lodge to Hoedspruit Aerodrome

    Plane from Hoedspruit Aerodrome to Cape Town International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Mpumalanga

    Cape Town

Day 5

Discover Cape Town

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Discover Cape Town

Enjoy a day at leisure or discover the city and its magical gems. Why not discover the city on a half-day walking tour which aims to climb under the skin of the city so that by the end of the day you understand the pulse of the city. Explore the city's history, the people, their cultures, their cuisines, as well as contemporary Cape Town and its artisanal trends.

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    Accommodation

    The Cape Milner Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Cape Town City Walking TourOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    The Cape Milner Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cape Town

Day 6

Beautiful Cape Town

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Beautiful Cape Town

Enjoy a day at leisure or discover the Cape Peninsula. Start the day rambling along the coastline past many of Cape Town’s most beautiful villages Camps Bay, Llundudno and Hout Bay. From Hout Bay, you'll head to one of the world’s most scenic drives – Chapman’s Peak Drive. Visit the famous Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. Next is a visit to the penguin colony at Boulders, pass through the historic Simons Town and stop for lunch. This is a full-day experience.

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    Accommodation

    The Cape Milner Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Cape Peninsula TourOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    The Cape Milner Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cape Town

Day 7

Farewell Beautiful City

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Farewell Beautiful City

Today marks the end of your 7 day South Africa itinerary. This morning after breakfast, you will be collected at the hotel and transferred to the airport for your departing flight.

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    Restaurants

    The Cape Milner Hotel

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cape Town

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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