WILDLIFE TRAILS – SOUTH AFRICA

Welcome to South Africa! Upon your arrival at O.R Tambo airport (Jo’burg) you will meet the representative and then be transferred to the hotel on private basis. [Post 1600 hrs surcharge would be applicable] Commonly known as Jo’burg or Jozi, this is the vibrant heart of South Africa. A rapidly changing city looking optimistically towards the future. Unstuffy with a lot to see and do, Johannesburg is awash with superb museums, mostly offering deep insight into South Africa’s past such as the Apartheid Museum. Delve in and experience the buzz of a city undergoing an incredible rebirth. Check in at hotel and day free for leisure.Overnight in Johannesburg

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by check out formalities. Later you will have a private transfer from Jo'Burg Hotel to Kruger National Park. {approx. travel time of 6 hours by road} Kruger is one of the world's greatest wildlife-watching destinations. All of Africa's iconic safari species – elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, rhino, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and zebra – share the bushveld with a supporting cast of 137 other mammals and over 500 varieties of bird. Upon your arrival at Kruger, proceed for check in formalities. {Please Note: Lunch being served is subject to the arrival time of guests}. Rest of the day is free. Dinner will be served at the hotel.Overnight in Kruger (B,L,D)

Come share the rewarding experience of a visit to paradise in the Kruger National Park, Africa's greatest wildlife sanctuary. Enjoy a whole day of this life-changing experience with one of the knowledgeable guides who will give you an unbelievable summary of this iconic destination. After a filling breakfast, continue with the safari and search for the “Big 5”. Filled with the chirps of over 500 bird species, alongside some of the 150 species of mammals including the masses of Impala, Kudu, Gnu, Elephant, Vervet monkey, Wild dog, Prides of lion, herds of buffalo, to name but a few. You will be guided to a restaurant within the Kruger National Park for lunch to replenish the energy spent on the day’s excitement. Dinner served at the hotel.Overnight in Kruger (B,L,D)

Post breakfast; check out from Kruger hotel for your return journey back to Jo’burg. En route between Johannesburg and Kruger National Park lies Blyde River Canyon National Park, a sublime wilderness characterized by sweeping vistas and geological curiosities, and surrounded by waterfalls and creaky prospecting towns. Check in at Jo’burg hotel and rest of the day is free for relaxation or leisure activities.Overnight in Johannesburg (B) (If Opting for Panoramic Route : Entrances on your own)

Breakfast at the hotel and post check out, you will have a private transfer to Johannesburg Airport for your onward flight to George or Port Elizabeth. (Note: Internal flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is not included in the final price) Welcome to Port Elizabeth! Port Elizabeth or the 'windy city’ is located on the western side of the sunshine coast. It may seem like a million miles away but you'd be surprised at what it has to offer. Port Elizabeth is a city on the Algoa bay in South Africa’s eastern cape, which means one thing – beaches! Port Elizabeth has over 40km of unspoiled coastline consisting mainly of beaches that are rich with soft sands and warm surf. Later in evening enjoy John Benn Cruise. Check inn at the hotel at 1600 hrs.Overnight in Garden Route / Wilderness (B)

Today post breakfast, proceed to Oudtshoorn and partake in the below activities. Visit Cango Wildlife Ranch - The Cango Wildlife Ranch is situated 3 km outside of Oudtshoorn on the R62 en route to the Cango Caves. Get close! Get very close. As you meander on the catwalk over large natural enclosures, which are home to some of the world's greatest big cats. From the treetop lookout, view the elegant cheetah, mighty lion, breathtaking African leopard and the awesome white Bengal tiger. Visit Cango Caves - Frequently described as one of the great Natural Wonders of The World. The Cango Caves is a cultural and natural landmark in South Africa. The 20 million year-old Cango Caves system consists of a series of hidden chambers cut deep into a thick limestone rock layer. It is situated in the Swartberg Mountains, 30 kilometers north of Oudtshoorn, in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. Visit Safari Ostrich Farm (Tour Only) - Safari Ostrich Farm is a working ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn, Garden Route, South Africa. This is the only tractor tour on an ostrich farm in South Africa. Everything about it is focused on you having a wonderful interactive encounter and learning something new about the world’s largest bird. Safari Ostrich Farm is situated 6km outside of the centre of Oudtshoorn.Overnight in Garden Route / Wilderness (B)

Breakfast at the hotel and check out to proceed to Cape Town (Optional – Enroute Stop at Stellenbosch for wine tasting, if guests’ interested) The second oldest town in South Africa, Stellenbosch is known for its natural beauty and oak-lined avenues, Cape Dutch architecture, history and culture – and of course its wine routes. Any trip to Cape Town would be incomplete without a visit to the best Stellenbosch wineries in the Cape Winelands. Welcome to Cape Town! A coming-together of cultures, cuisines and landscapes, there's nowhere quite like Cape Town, a singularly beautiful city crowned by the magnificent Table Mountain National Park. Check inn at the hotel at 1600 hrs and rest of the day is free.Overnight in Cape Town (B)

Breakfast at the hotel, today you will gear up to witness one of the most stunning cities in South Africa. You will drive past the vibrant city of Cape Town and stop by some amazing attractions on this Half Day Cape Town city tour. This tour includes Table Mountain, Scenic coastal drive through Clifton & Sea Point. You pass through the Houses of Parliament, the Castle, the Company garden, Malay quarters and a few other historical sites – District Six, Bo-Kaap, Slave Lodge & ending at the bustling Greenmarket Square. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town is situated on the Atlantic shore, Table Bay Harbour, the City of Cape Town and Table Mountain. Adrian van der Vyver designed the complex. The V&A Waterfront is an iconic mixed-use destination located in the oldest working harbour in the Southern Hemisphere. With Table Mountain as its backdrop, the 123-hectare neighbourhood sits within the beautiful city of Cape Town, welcoming millions of people from all over the continent and the rest of the world.Overnight in Cape Town (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. As you begin this exciting day, please don’t forget to bring your camera! This Cape Point tour to the south western tip of the Cape Peninsula offers some of the most spectacular views in the world. See seals in Hout Bay and have time to wander through the shops. You can explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve at your leisure, and check out playful families of African penguins in Simon’s Town. From water to skies, Chapman's Peak is a mountain on the Cape Peninsula with a 5.5-mile (8.8 kilometers) road, said to be one of the world’s most scenic drives. The road winds from Hout Bay to Noordhoek, clinging to the side of the steep mountain almost the whole way. Traveling this road’s 114 turns is a must-do in Cape Town. Later we head to Cape of Good Hope - Cape of Good Hope, rocky promontory at the southern end of Cape Peninsula, Western Cape province, South Africa. The Flying Dutchman Funicular (return journey) travels on a railroad on Cape Point, providing a novel and exciting way to travel and see the sights. Cape Town definitely has no shortage of amazing beaches, but Boulders Beach in False Bay offers something extra special – a colony of African Penguins in all their smartly dresses, waddling glory, and right under your nose. In fact, it's the only place in the world where you can get close to African Penguins. Finally, we end the tour with a visit to the naval port of Simons Town.Overnight in Cape Town (B)

Check out from the hotel and proceed to Cape Town Airport in a private transfer for your flight back home. (B)