I'm a single woman of 50, from Lithuania. Do you have bookings already for June? I'm most interested in trip starting from 9th, but could also do 2nd or 16th.

Available departure dates for the 18-Day SA Tour (May-July'2026): 05 May 2026 (11 pax confirmed – tour is guaranteed) 02 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee) 09 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee) 16 June 2026 (2 pax on provisional – pending, minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee) 23 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee) 30 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee) 07 July 2026 (guaranteed) 14 July 2026 (guaranteed) 21 July 2026 (guaranteed) 28 July 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)

Can traveller upgrade to a single room and how much?

Pre-night accommodation and airport pick-up transfer

What are the safety considerations for traveling in Johannesburg?

While Johannesburg, like any major city, has its dangers, staying in areas such as Sandton, which has good security, is advisable.

Can you provide information about the food options on the tour?

Meals are included, and there are options for different dietary requirements; please inform us in advance.

What transport options are available for airport transfers?

We can organize transfers for you, and you can also book them independently.

What activities are included in the tour package?

The tour includes various activities such as guided city tours and game drives.

Are there any discounts for returning customers?

Returning customers may receive occasional discounts, which are offered at the operator's discretion.

How much does pre-tour accommodation cost?

You can book pre-night accommodation through us or directly, as long as you arrive before the tour starts.

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18 Day South Africa Explorer (Accommodated)

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Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Johannesburg to Greater Kruger
Johannesburg to Greater Kruger
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive down to the Lowveld region
- Private Game Reserve Accommodation
Landmarks
Johannesburg
Pretoria
Haenertsburg
Magoebaskloof
Day 2
Greater Kruger
Greater Kruger
Meals
Breakfast (Early riser light breakfast of fresh coffee and rusks), Brunch (Scrumptious brunch upon return to lodge), Dinner
Included Activities
- Exclusive Private Reserve
- Morning and afternoon guided experience in Big 5 area
Landmarks
Greater Kruger Private Reserve
Day 3
Kruger to Hazyview
Kruger to Hazyview
Meals
Breakfast (Hearty breakfast before escarpment climb), Dinner
Included Activities
- Panorama Route
- 3 Rondavels
- Pilgrim's Rest
Landmarks
Blyde River Canyon
Pilgrim's Rest
3 Rondavels
Day 4
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park
Meals
Breakfast (Packed breakfast), Snack, Dinner
Included Activities
- Southern section of Kruger National Park
- Full day game drive
Landmarks
Kruger National Park - Southern Section
Day 5
Hazyview to eSwatini
Hazyview to eSwatini
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Locally cooked meal)
Included Activities
- eSwatini
- Scenic drive
Landmarks
Mbombela (Nelspruit)
Kingdom of eSwatini
Days 6 - 7
eSwatini to St Lucia
eSwatini to St Lucia
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Swaziland
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park
Landmarks
Zululand
St Lucia
iSimangaliso Wetland Park
Days 8 - 9
St Lucia to Drakensberg
St Lucia to Drakensberg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drakensberg Mountains
- Tugela Gorge hike
Landmarks
Drakensberg Mountains
Royal Natal National Park
Tugela Gorge
Tugela Falls
Amphitheatre
Day 10
Drakensberg to Natal Midlands
Drakensberg to Natal Midlands
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dinner prepared fresh from farm gardens)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Southern Drakensberg
- Local farm stay
Landmarks
Natal Midlands
Days 11 - 12
Natal Midlands to Wild Coast
Natal Midlands to Wild Coast
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to the Wild Coast
- Private beach
- Hike along the coast
Landmarks
Wild Coast
Coffee Bay
Hole in the Wall
Day 13
Wild Coast to Cradock
Wild Coast to Cradock
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive in Eastern Cape
- Historic town of Cradock
- History tour
Landmarks
Cradock
Great Fish River
Day 14
Cradock to Nelson Mandela Bay
Cradock to Nelson Mandela Bay
Meals
Breakfast (Sumptious breakfast upon return from Mountain Zebra Park), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mountain Zebra National Park
- Addo Elephant National Park
- Nelson Mandela Bay
Landmarks
Mountain Zebra National Park
Addo Elephant National Park
Nelson Mandela Bay
Day 15
Nelson Mandela Bay to Knysna
Nelson Mandela Bay to Knysna
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Tsitsikamma National Park
- Hike in Tsitsikamma
Landmarks
Garden Route
Tsitsikamma National Park
Storms River
Knysna
Day 16
Knysna to Arniston
Knysna to Arniston
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic style lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Cape Agulhas
- Waenhuiskrans
Landmarks
Cape Agulhas
Waenhuiskrans Cave
Arniston
Days 17 - 18
Arniston to Cape Town
Arniston to Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Cape Town
- Coastal roads
Landmarks
Hermanus
Hottentots Holland Mountains
Betty's Bay
False Bay
Cape Town
Sea Point

Landmarks
Johannesburg
Pretoria
Haenertsburg
Magoebaskloof

Landmarks
Greater Kruger Private Reserve

Landmarks
Blyde River Canyon
Pilgrim's Rest
3 Rondavels

Landmarks
Kruger National Park - Southern Section

Landmarks
Mbombela (Nelspruit)
Kingdom of eSwatini

Landmarks
Zululand
St Lucia
iSimangaliso Wetland Park

Landmarks
Drakensberg Mountains
Royal Natal National Park
Tugela Gorge
Tugela Falls
Amphitheatre

Landmarks
Natal Midlands

Landmarks
Wild Coast
Coffee Bay
Hole in the Wall

Landmarks
Cradock
Great Fish River

Landmarks
Mountain Zebra National Park
Addo Elephant National Park
Nelson Mandela Bay

Landmarks
Garden Route
Tsitsikamma National Park
Storms River
Knysna

Landmarks
Cape Agulhas
Waenhuiskrans Cave
Arniston

Landmarks
Hermanus
Hottentots Holland Mountains
Betty's Bay
False Bay
Cape Town
Sea Point

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
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Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)
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4.8

ToChoi5.0•June 2026
I like this tour. It covers various landscapes and ecological systems and many animals.
Stella5.0•September 2025
Loved the tour guides, good experience
Alexandra5.0•October 2023
Our two guides Samu and Tswola were super nice, organized and helpful. The accommodations were brilliant, and very...
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James
Asked on April 19th, 2026
I'm a single woman of 50, from Lithuania. Do you have bookings already for June? I'm most interested in trip starting from 9th, but could also do 2nd or 16th.
Group size
Price / Availability
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written April 2026
  Available departure dates for the 18-Day SA Tour (May-July'2026):
  
  05 May 2026 (11 pax confirmed – tour is guaranteed)
  02 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  09 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  16 June 2026 (2 pax on provisional – pending, minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  23 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  30 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  07 July 2026 (guaranteed)
  14 July 2026 (guaranteed)
  21 July 2026 (guaranteed)
  28 July 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
- J
  James
  Traveler•Written April 2026
  In your experience, is it likely tours for 2nd or 9th of June fill up? Could you check what English tours would you have available with already guaranteed departure (accommodated safari style, I'm not big on camping), starting no earlier than June 4th and ending no later than 26th? I would like to pay for the trip itself no more than 3500 Eur.
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written April 2026
  May I kindly ask if you would prefer to book the tour in our Drifters truck, or are you rather considering a traveller-style tour operated in a Quantum vehicle? Please note that all our Adventure Tours are operated with English-speaking guides.
  
  Kruger Park 5-Day Explorer:
  07 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  14 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  21 June 2026 (guaranteed)
  28 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  
  South Africa 18-Day Explorer:
  02 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  09 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  16 June 2026 (2 pax provisionally booked – pending, minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  23 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
  30 June 2026 (pending – minimum of 4 pax required to guarantee)
- J
  James
  Traveler•Written April 2026
  5 day Kruger is too short a tour, I'd like something more extensive (2 weeks or a bit more). It can include South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe... With Quantum vehicle you probably have in mind bigger coach bus? I saw you have such a trip, for 30 people. When are departures for that tour and what is the group? I imagine it is more relaxed, so older people tend to select this trip?
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Dennis
Asked on October 22nd, 2025
Can traveller upgrade to a single room and how much?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
Single supplement
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  Dennis
  Traveler•Written October 2025
  Pre-night accommodation and airport pick-up transfer
- D
  Dennis
  Traveler•Written October 2025
  What is the pick-up time on Day 1?
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written October 2025
  Travellers can upgrade to a single room at a supplement cost of €428.00.
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written October 2025
  Pre-night accommodation at Protea Hotel by Marriott Balalaika Sandton is €75.00 per night, and the arrival transfer is €40.00 one way.
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written October 2025
  On Day 1, the tour departs at 06:30 from Protea Hotel by Marriott Balalaika Sandton. Clients who have not booked a pre-night stay are advised to be at the hotel reception by 06:00 on the day of departure.
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Douglas
Asked on March 5th, 2025
What are the safety considerations for traveling in Johannesburg?
Other
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  While Johannesburg, like any major city, has its dangers, staying in areas such as Sandton, which has good security, is advisable.
M
María Victoria
Asked on November 29th, 2024
Can you provide information about the food options on the tour?
Meals
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  Meals are included, and there are options for different dietary requirements; please inform us in advance.
I
Isabell
Asked on October 24th, 2024
What transport options are available for airport transfers?
Flights / Transfers
Transport
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written October 2024
  We can organize transfers for you, and you can also book them independently.
A
Alex
Asked on June 15th, 2024
What activities are included in the tour package?
Tour Details
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  The tour includes various activities such as guided city tours and game drives.
L
Livia
Asked on June 8th, 2024
Are there any discounts for returning customers?
Payments
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written June 2024
  Returning customers may receive occasional discounts, which are offered at the operator's discretion.
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Ina
Asked on April 23rd, 2024
How much does pre-tour accommodation cost?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written April 2024
  You can book pre-night accommodation through us or directly, as long as you arrive before the tour starts.
L
Laura
Asked on February 14th, 2024
Can the tour dates be adjusted if needed?
Tour Details
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written February 2024
  If you need to change the tour date, please discuss it directly with TourRadar.
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Edo
Asked on February 4th, 2024
What is the age range of participants on your tours?
Age Range
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written February 2024
  Our tours cater to a range of ages as long as travelers are fit enough to participate.

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