South Africa Tours & Trips
Cape Town, Johannesburg, the scenic Garden Route, you surely know these names. Packed with culture, history, and amazing sights, they sum up South Africa perfectly. But it goes further. At Kruger National Park, you can see the Big Five up close, in the Cango Caves, explore old limestone caves, and in Stellenbosch, sample world-class wines. Discover South Africa on a memorable vacation.
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Victoria • traveled in December, 2025
Overall great value and excellent choices for experiences. Very happy with lodging and breakfast
5 day Best of South Africa Highlights: Garden Route with Addo National Park - J
Jü • traveled in January, 2026
Great trip at the garden route. A lot of different activities and insights into the culture, the country and everything is well organized. Highly recommend. <3
Garden Route & Addo Group Adventure - 6 Days - T
Trevor • traveled in December, 2025
Hotspots2C and our tour guide, Maudi, were amazing! I'd highly recommend this tour to anyone.
10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
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Cape to Kruger: Wine, Wonders & Wildlife Fly-In Safari – 10 Days
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7 day Garden Route, Cape Point and Winelands Combo
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Table of contents
- The best South Africa tour packages
- Most popular destinations in South Africa
- Travel South Africa your way
- Best tour companies for South Africa tours
- Best places to start your South Africa tour
- Discover South Africa tours for every budget
- South Africa tours for every type of group
- Top South Africa travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit South Africa
- South Africa travel guides - curated by our experts
- Contact our South Africa travel experts
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5 day Best of South Africa Highlights: Garden Route with Addo National Park
179 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accommodation ranged from very good to excellent and the animal drive was excellent.”
bruce, traveled in September
South Africa's landscapes range from Route 62's wine country to Addo Elephant Park's wildlife sanctuaries. Distinctive stays at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and Hlangana Lodge complement adventures through Cango Caves and sunset views at Knysna Heads.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Oudtshoorn Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Hotspots2c From
- US$776
Garden Route & Addo Group Adventure - 6 Days
126 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The food we ate during the tour was all delicious, and the self-driving safari experience in the Addo Elephant National Park was awesome.”
Lana, traveled in August
South Africa reveals itself from Cape Agulhas' coastline to Addo's elephant herds. Route 62 presents wine tastings, while Cango Caves and Wilderness National Park offer underground wonders and canoeing adventures. Selected accommodations available from approx. R700 per day.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Gordons Bay, Betty's Bay, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Barrydale, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness National Park, SedgefieldSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Earthstompers Adventures From
- US$814
10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
26 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Hotspots2C and our tour guide, Maudi, were amazing! I'd highly recommend this tour to anyone.”
Trevor, traveled in November
South Africa's finest attractions range from Table Mountain's panoramic views to Stellenbosch wine tastings. Wildlife viewing at Addo Elephant Park, Cango Caves exploration, and Route 62 - the world's longest wine route await, with accommodations from backpackers to luxury lodges.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Hout Bay, Simon's Town, Stellenbosch, Table Mountain, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Hotspots2c From
- US$1,328
Amazing South Africa
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We could not be happier about our experience. The office support was great with our ongoing delays.”
Arlene, traveled in February
Predator encounters and Zulu traditions at Lesedi Village kick off your Johannesburg stay. Kruger National Park offers Big 5 game drives before flying to Cape Town for Table Mountain panoramas, Boulders Beach penguins, and Constantia wine tasting. 4-star lodges host you throughout.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $3,425
15% Off- US$2,912You save $514
South Africa: Tryst with the Wild Life & the Iconic Cape Town
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Communication was good. All went smoothly.”
Lori, traveled in October
Nine days of South African wonders unfold from Johannesburg's Predator Tour to Kruger's Big 5 safaris. Cape Town offers Table Mountain, Boulders Beach penguins, and Constantia wineries. Four-star lodging, internal flights, and cultural immersion at Lesedi Village create lasting memories.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $3,599
21% Off- US$2,843You save $756
South Africa : Wildlife, Garden Route & Mother City Cape Town
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our honeymoon vacation through South Africa was amazing! We got to see a little of everything and even with all the traveling around it was stress free.”
Leslie, traveled in December
South Africa's highlights include 4 game drives at Mabula Game Lodge, wine tasting aboard Franschhoek's Wine Tram, and Cape Town's V&A Waterfront. Boulders Beach's penguin colony and the Flying Dutchman Funicular at Cape Point await, with stays at 4-star hotels throughout.
Duration 10 days Destinations Johannesburg, Mabula, George, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Franschhoek, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $4,199
21% Off- US$3,317You save $882
The Big 5 in South Africa
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything is fantastical and well planned. Itinerary is good. Rest all is simply perfect.”
Pravin, traveled in August
South Africa unfolds through game drives at Mabula Game Lodge, wine sips aboard Franschhoek's vintage tram, and Cape Point's rugged coastline. Luxuriate in 4-star hotels in Johannesburg and Cape Town, plus a traditional French chateau in Franschhoek, with daily breakfast included.
Duration 10 days Destinations Johannesburg, Mabula, George, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Franschhoek, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $4,796
15% Off- US$4,077You save $719
5-Day Kruger National Park Big 5 Safari & Panorama Route Tour
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The lodge is beautiful and the people are wonderful.”
Cindy, traveled in August
Kruger's wildlife emerges during open-sided 4x4 tours with expert guides boasting 80% Big 5 spotting success. Full-day game drives in Skukuza area, Blyde River Canyon views, and comfortable lodging near Phabeni Gate with traditional bush dinners create lasting memories.
Duration 5 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Graskop Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator The Mzansi Experience From
15% Off- US$962
5 Day Garden Route Adventure Including Addo
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“By the end of the tour, we all felt like family and had a difficult time saying goodbye to each other.”
Gladys, traveled in December
Route 62 leads to Oudtshoorn's ostrich farms and Cango Caves. Big 5 game drives at Garden Route Game Lodge, Knysna Heads explorations, and Southern Right whale watching in Hermanus complement 4-star lodge accommodation.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Stormsrivier, Wilderness National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Albertinia, HermanusSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Bokbus Garden Route Adventure Tours & Safaris From
15% Off- US$755
5-Day Group Garden Route & Addo Adventure Tour (one-way)
41 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The planning, accommodations, travel and dinings were brilliant!”
Muhittin, traveled in August
South African highlights unfold from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, featuring Hermanus's whale route, Route 62's wineries, and Oudtshoorn's ostrich farms. Paddle through Wilderness National Park and spot wildlife in Addo Elephant Park, while staying in comfortable accommodations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Betty's Bay, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Barrydale, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Earthstompers Adventures From
15% Off- US$758
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Best tour companies for South Africa tours
Looking at Garden Route tour operators, HotSpots2C and Earthstompers come out as clear favorites among our travelers. HotSpots2C gets loads of positive feedback for running really organized trips along the route, and their guides Zaahid and Maudi keep coming up in reviews for being both knowledgeable and genuinely friendly with groups. They've got the logistics down while keeping things personal. Earthstompers is right up there too, especially when it comes to combining Garden Route scenery with Addo wildlife experiences. Their guides Ferne and Christine seem to have a knack for reading their groups well - they'll adjust the pace and focus based on what interests people most, whether that's photography, wildlife or local culture. Plus they really know their stuff about the areas they cover and share that knowledge in an engaging way. What's nice about both companies is how they've managed to nail that sweet spot between being super professional with the planning and scheduling, while still keeping tours relaxed and sociable. It's something our travelers consistently point out in their feedback.
Best places to start your South Africa tour
Cape Town makes sense as your first stop - 50 of our travelers chose it as their starting point last year. Johannesburg comes in second with 29 departures, while Port Elizabeth, Hermanus and also Durban offer different ways to begin your trip. Looking at our booking data, you'll want to lock in your plans about 110 days before traveling. This timing really helps, especially during busy seasons when spots fill up quickly. Winter months from June through August work particularly well for seeing wildlife, and our travelers find that mixing Cape Town's cultural side with safari experiences creates a solid trip. If you like having control over your schedule, self-drive tours along the Garden Route let you take your time and find those little spots that aren't in the guidebooks.
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Best time to visit South Africa
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter tours between June and August offer excellent wildlife viewing in South Africa. Taking multi-day safaris in Kruger National Park puts you right there with the Big Five during dry season when animals cluster near waterholes. Our clients really enjoy those early morning game drives before heading back to comfortable lodges for quality meals. The Garden Route works perfectly in winter too - you'll spot southern right whales from Hermanus cliffs, venture into the Cango Caves' limestone formations and also join rangers tracking rehabilitated elephants at Buffelsdrift. Winter wine tours through Constantia and Franschhoek let you enjoy peaceful tasting rooms and intimate cellar visits with local wine-making families.
- January 2026 307 tours
- February 2026 popular 422 tours
- December 2026 392 tours
- Spring 2026
Spring brings just the right weather for both coastal and inland exploration. Our most-booked spring tours mix Cape Town's heritage sites with Garden Route outings - you'll paddle through Wilderness National Park's waterways rich with birdlife, cross suspension bridges in Tsitsikamma's forest canopy and also follow elephant tracks in Addo National Park. The botanical gardens show off their indigenous blooms, making it prime time for nature photography. Many guests book tours combining Mabula Game Reserve's wildlife experiences with relaxed time in Knysna, taking lagoon cruises to spot sea birds.
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- Summer 2026
Summer tours blend beach activities with cultural discoveries. Long daylight hours mean fuller schedules - morning wildlife drives at private reserves, afternoon wine sampling in historic cellars and also evening walks through Cape Town's lively streets. Our customers particularly like summer trips including Jeffrey's Bay where you can take surfing lessons, watch dolphins from the beach and also browse local artisan markets. Route 62 summer journeys include visits to small towns, fruit orchards and family wineries where cellar tours offer a cool escape from the heat.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
South African autumn tours blend ideal wildlife viewing with comfortable temperatures that work perfectly for outdoor activities. Multi-day circuits begin in Cape Town, where travelers meet experienced guides like Zaahid and Maudi for journeys mixing Addo Elephant Park safaris, Garden Route discoveries and also coastal adventures. The 5-day options suit active travelers well, balancing morning elephant tracking with afternoon activities - you'll zipline through Tsitsikamma's forest canopy and cross dramatic suspension bridges. Our clients particularly value the 10-day tours from Johannesburg, which spend full days on Kruger game drives before heading south to explore wine estates in Constantia, Franschhoek and also Stellenbosch. Along the Garden Route, you'll paddle through Wilderness National Park's waterways and spot southern right whales from Hermanus' walking paths. The cultural elements stand out too, with visits to historic cellars where winemaking families share generational stories, plus township explorations that create meaningful local connections. Families often opt for 6-day itineraries with treehouse accommodation near Addo, while couples tend to choose luxury tented camps positioned near active waterholes.
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