Travel Day 1./2. Hogsback

After you have met your guide, we leave Port Elizabeth and drive towards Hogsback. Here we will find an original Afro-montane rain forests where you can mountain bike and partake in other activities*. On the second day in Hogsback, we invite you to a guided hike with our guide. As a group you will decide whether you walk to the Swallow Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls or the Madonna & Child Falls.

* optional activities at additional cost: Horseback Riding, Mountainbiking.

1x breakfast, 2x lunch, 2x dinner

Travel Day 3./4. Lesotho - Malealea

Early in the morning, we travel into the interior of South Africa towards Lesotho - the Kingdom in Heaven.  It is located 1000m above the sea level and among one of the highest countries in the world. On the second day in Lesotho, we invite you to a pony trekking excursion * accompanied by a local guide you will explore the remote mountains. In addition, the group will visit a local village and school.

* optional activities at additional cost: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hike.

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 5./6. Drakensberge Ukhahlamba Park

After our group members have arrived, we drive from KwaZulu Natal to the interior to the Royal Natal National Park This park is part of the powerful and incredibly beautiful Drakensberg. They are the highest mountain range in South Africa with an altitude over 3,000 meters. On the second day we take a guided hike to the San rock paintings. More hikes * through this incredibly beautiful mountains is a must if you have not already booked other optional activities. Just riding * should be here at this mountainous area to explore.

* optional activities at additional cost: Horseback Riding, Hike, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Cycling, Tugela Falls, Zulu Schooling Project.

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 7. Kwa-Zulu Natal - Durban

We leave the beautiful mountains and drive towards the Kwazulu Natal coast to Durban. Durban is home to the largest naval port of South Africa's and is known as an excellent surfing area. After an entertaining day, the entire group can relax at a local restaurant*. Durban has the largest Indian population outside India and is known for its Indian food.

* optional activities at additional cost: Dinner and Nightlife in town

 breakfast, lunch

Travel Day 8. iSimangaliso Wetland Park

After our arrival at the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, we partake in a boat trip. During the sunset, we could watch hippos and various birds on the beautiful lagoons. This area is recognized by UNESCO and includes, inter alia, lakes, beaches, coral reefs, wetlands, forests, meadows and provides habitats for a wide variety of animal, bird and marine life.

* optional activities at additional cost: visit to a traditional Zulu village

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 9. Hluhluwe - Umfolozi Game Reserve - Swaziland

In our 4x4 vehicles we drive towards the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi game reserve and have a 4 hour game drive. This reserve is the only national park in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, where it is possible to view the Big 5. Due to conservation efforts, the park has the world's largest population of white rhinos. In the afternoon we will reach Swaziland where we set up camp.

* optional activities at additional cost: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding.

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 10. Swaziland - Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

The Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is Swaziland's oldest national park and there are no large predators in this area. Thus, self-guided walking tours are a must. On the hike you get there closer to the unique landscape and learn more about the flora and fauna. Dinner will be accompanied bt traditional Swazi dancing.

* optional activities at additional cost: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding.

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 11./12. South Africa - Kruger National Park

We leave Swaziland and travel towards the north to the Kruger National Park where we spend two exciting days of game viewing. The Kruger National Park is home to the Big 5 of Africa, as well as other beautiful African wildlife. As our trucks are elevated, you will have a better chance to view more wildlife than normally.

* optional activities at additional cost: night game drives, guided morning walk

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 13. Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

In the morning, we drive to the famous nature reserve at the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. These animals are found injured and are nurtured back to health until they can be released back into the wild. This gives you the opportunity to view these animals from up close. At dinner, we will enjoy typical South African cuisine while locals will perform dances and songs.

 breakfast, lunch, dinner

Travel Day 14. Panorama Route - Johannesburg

In the morning, we invite you to a guided walking safari with a ranger before we leave the national park. The tour continues to the spectacular Panorama Route. The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world, with breathtaking views of groups such as God's Window and the beautiful Three Rondavels. In good weather, you will be able to view into Mozambique. We will also visit Bourke's Luck Potholes, which is another highlight of our trip. Then we go back in the direction of Johannesburg where the tour ends. At the end of the tour, most groups still have dinner at a local restaurant*.

* optional activities at additional cost: Dinner at a local restaurant

 breakfast, lunch

Important Tour Dates

Find all the important tour dates on the following page. Please plan your holiday in South Africa accordingly.

• Important Tour Dates: Port Elizabeht to Johannesburg

Tour Route

On this map you can follow the route you will be taking on your South Africa Tour: Port Elizabeth - Lesotho - Swaziland - Kruger Park

• Route Map: Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg