Viva Expeditions - Drifters 2027

Embark on a classic South Africa Tour, beginning with the scenic Panorama Route and the wildlife wonders of Kruger National Park and Hluhluwe. Explore the tranquil beauty of St Lucia and the stunning Drakensberg Mountains. Visit Mthatha, steeped in history, then journey along the famous Garden Route, stopping in Knysna for its lush forests and lagoons. Travel along Route 62, known for its vineyards and picturesque landscapes, before arriving in Cape Town, where vibrant culture and iconic landmarks like Table Mountain await. This tour combines wildlife, history, and breathtaking scenery for a truly unforgettable experience.

14 DAY CLASSIC TOUR JOHANNESBURG TO CAPE TOWN 14 DAY | 13 NIGHTS TIRB South African Highlights

Day 1 | ARRIVAL IN JOHANNESBURG - Own arrival and leisure day - Optional excursions available - Group tour briefing at the hotel at 18h00 Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton or similar - Breakfast Day 2 | JOHANNESBURG to HAZYVIEW - Visit the Panorama Route - Blyde River Canyon and Three Rondawels - Bourke’s Luck Potholes - Wonder View ANEW Resort Hazyview or similar Breakfast Day 3 | FULL DAY IN KRUGER NATIONAL PARK - Game viewing in the Kruger National Park in touring vehicle ANEW Resort Hazyview or similar Breakfast Day 4 | HAZYVIEW to MALELANE - Game viewing in the Kruger National Park in touring vehicle Pestana Kruger Lodge or similar Breakfast and dinner Day 5 | MALELANE to HLUHLUWE - Enter Eswatini at border - Drive through Ezulwini Valley - Visit Swazi Candle Factory - Enter South Africa ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris or similar – Breakfast

Day 6 | HLUHLUWE to HILTON - Visit St Lucia - Optional excursions available - Travel through sugarcane fields ANEW Hotel Hilton or similar Breakfast Day 7 | HILTON to DRAKENSBERG - Visit the Mandela Capture Site - Visit Howick Falls

OPTIONAL SA HIGHLIGHTS EXCURSION PACKAGE (excursions not sold seperately): Day 4: Full day game drive in an open safari vehicle in the Kruger National Park from Hazyview to Malelane Gate Day 11: Cango Caves heritage tour Day 12: Ostrich farm tractor tour Day 13: Full day Cape Point tour Day 11 | KNYSNA to OUDTSHOORN - Scenic drive through Knysna - Outeniqua Mountain Pass - Optional excursions available Protea Hotel Riempie Estate or similar Breakfast Day 12 | OUDTSHOORN to CAPE TOWN - Drive via Route 62 through small towns or villages - Optional excursions available StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl or similar Breakfast Day 13 | CAPE TOWN - Full day at leisure - Optional excursions available StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl or similar Breakfast Day 14 | DAY OF DEPARTURE - Morning at leisure - Optional excursions available

- Scenic drive to the Drakensberg - Optional excursions available Premier Resort Sani Pass or similar Breakfast and dinner Day 8 | DRAKENSBERG to MTHATHA - Morning at leisure - Cultural scenic drive Garden Court Mthatha or similar Breakfast Day 9 | MTHATHA to PORT ALFRED - Visit Mandela Museum - Drive through Qunu – Mandela’s Route - Sunset cruise (weather permitting) The Royal St Andrews Lodge or similar Breakfast and dinner Day 10 | PORT ALFRED to KNYSNA - Tsitsikamma Forest - Short walk across the Storms River Suspension Bridge - Scenic drive through Plettenberg Bay Premier Hotel The Moorings Knysna or similar – Breakfast

LIMPOPO

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Hazyview

Malelane

MPUMALANGA

GAUTENG

NORTH WEST

JOHANNESBURG

ESWATINI

TOUR DETAILS: Group size:

SOUTH AFRICA

2-30 guests per vehicle

Hluhluwe

Language:

English guided German guided

KWAZULU- NATAL

FREE STATE

Hilton

Departure Day: Departure time:

Scheduled Mondays

LESOTHO

NORTHERN CAPE

Drakensberg

±13h00 from Protea Hotel by Marriott, Balalaika Sandton

Departure Point:

Johannesburg

Mtatha

Vehicle:

Air-conditioned vehicle of appropriate size Coach or Quantum

EASTERN CAPE

Oudtshoorn

Port Alfred

INCLUDED: Accommodation: 3 and 4-star hotels Meals: 13 breakfasts and 3 dinners

GARDEN ROUTE NATIONAL PARK

WESTERN CAPE

CAPE TOWN

Knysna

Entrance Fees: Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Wonder View, Kruger National Park conservation fee, Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Garden Route National Park conservation fee (Storms River) Excursions: River cruise; short walk in Tsitsikamma across the Storms River Suspension Bridge EXCLUDED: Travel insurance, flights, visa fees, airport transfers, 14 lunches, 10 dinners, and gratuities OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: Afternoon tour of Johannesburg city and Soweto highlights | Full day game drive in an open safari vehicle in the Kruger National Park | Morning game drive in an open safari vehicle in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve | St Lucia Estuary boat cruise | Afternoon Sani Pass excursion | Cheese and wine pairing | Cellar tour | Morning tour of Cape Town city and Table Mountain

2027 DEPARTURES

Jan

Feb

Mar 1,29

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug 9,23

Sep

Oct

Nov 8,29

Dec

English German

25 18

15

12

3

7

5

13

4,18

-

8,22

8

5,19

17

21

19

16

6,27

11,25

22

6

* For the most up-to-date departures and live availability, kindly refer to our website.

SHORTER TOUR OPTIONS AVAILABLE: 6 DAY KRUGER TO COAST HIGHLIGHTS (TISD04) 9 DAY DRAKENSBERG & GARDEN ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS (TISD11) 3 DAY GARDEN ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS (TISD20)

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