Overview

South Africa is a popular destination amongst tourists, offers variety of sightseeing and entertainment options. A land of immense history and geographical diversity, South Africa is a must on any traveller’s bucket-list. For no matter the nature of your wanderlust, there’s a thrilling experience waiting to satisfy it. South Africa tourism has the ideal mix of wildlife, adventure sports, coastlines, wineries, even deserts! All of this is set against a strong cultural past that’s had its ups and downs.
But the country has come a long way and tourism has been central to this progress. Now, much of this history is displayed at the country’s famed museums and galleries — so make time for them, no matter how tempting it is to only experience the outdoors! South Africa tourism offers something for every kind of traveller – whether you are planning a honeymoon or a family trip, looking for a relaxed resort stay or an active holiday, you will find exciting options in South Africa. Tourism in South Africa is also in a big way about shopping and food, so go ahead and indulge.

9 Nights 10 Days Available on request Matroosfontein, Western Cape
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  •  Accommodation
  • Meals
  • All transfers and sightseeing by Private Vehicle/s with Professional Driver/Guide, all Fuel and Toll,
  • Taxes and Parking as per itinerary
  • Tourism Development Levy as applicable

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Airfares & airport taxes
  • Visa fees & procedures
  • Conservation Fee of National Parks & Game reserves
  • Any transfers taken before 8am or post 2100hrs surcharge will be applicable
  • Drinks (neither with meals, nor on vehicles or during tours, unless otherwise indicated)
  • Items of a personal nature, such as telephone bills, room service, laundry, etc.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions or in the itinerary
Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in South Africa
Upon your arrival at Johannesburg O R International Airport, please collect your bags and proceed toward the Arrival Hall. You will be met and assisted by an English-speaking Representative of Calculus Africa

You will be then assisted towards your car. Depart on a private road transfer to Sun City.
Distance from Johannesburg to Sun City is +/- 2.5 Hours  
Arrive and Check into the hotel in Sun City. Spend rest of the day as leisurely as you please.   

You have complimentary entry to Valley of Waves and Shuttle services inside the resort.   
The magnificent pool area is surrounded by tropical plants and nearby is the incredible Water world and the Valley of Waves with its wide variety of water activities. Other sport activities include two golf courses, tennis courts, bowling, mini-golf, squash, ten-pin bowling, and horse riding. There is also a gym and sauna for the more physical enthusiasts.  

Overnight at the hotel

Day 2: Sun City
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Day free for own activities

Unleash your inner thrill-seeker on one of the many outdoor adventure activities available at the Sun City Resort. From adrenaline-fueled adventures to leisure experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy 

To name a few - 
The Maze of the Lost City, The Royal Baths, Zip 2000 (costs not included)
Adrenaline Extreme – The Accelerator, Airsoft – Call of Duty, Drift Trikes, Grizzly 4x4 Quads, Hovercrafts (costs not included)
Forest of Lights - Take some time in the evening (18h00 to 24h00) for a scenic stroll through the Cascades Gardens and experience the magical forest of lights (costs not included)
Finders Keepers - A young treasure hunter’s dream (costs not included)
Long John Silver Bumper Boats, Stimela Train, Rhino Notching (costs not included)
Mankwe Gametrackers (costs not included)
Segaetsho Village Tour (costs not included)
Segway tours, Bike Park, Breakout Gaming, Vortex Virtual Lounge (costs not included)

Overnight at the hotel

Day 3: Sun City – Kruger National Park
Breakfast will be served at the hotel

Depart on a private road transfer from Sun City to Kruger National Park. 

Distance from Sun City to Kruger National Park is +/- 6 Hours  

Arrive and Check-in at the Lodge. Depending on your arrival timings, you can have lunch if time permits and also you can decide on the spot and enjoy game drive. 

Dinner will be served at the lodge


Day 4: Game Drive
Get ready to experience one of the main highlights of this trip – Big 5 Safari!

Have a look at your day’s schedule - 

06h00 – Depart on Morning Game drive in an open 4x4 game vehicle

08h00 – Return to the Lodge and fresher up for Breakfast

08h30 – Breakfast will be served at the Lodge

Mid-Morning free at leisure

12h00 – 14h00 - Lunch will be served at the lodge

16h00 – Depart on an evening game drive in an open 4x4 game vehicle

19h00 – Return to the Lodge and fresher up for dinner

20h00 –                      Dinner will be served at the lodge

Overnight at the lodge

Day 5: Kruger National Park – Garden Route
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Check out from the hotel. 

Transfer to Mpumalanga Airport/ Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to next destination. 
Distance from Kruger National Park to Mpumalanga Airport/ Hoedspruit Airport is +/- 2 Hours  

Fly to George Airport (rates are not included)
Upon your arrival at George Airport, please collect your bags and proceed toward the Arrival Hall. 
You will be met and assisted by an English-speaking Representative of Calculus Africa

You will be then assisted towards your car. Depart on a private road transfer to Garden Route. 
Drive time from George to Garden Route is +/- 1 Hour

Arrive at Knysna. Knysna nestles on the banks of a breathtakingly pretty lagoon, now a protected marine reserve that is home to the extraordinary Knysna seahorse and over 200 species of fish.
A visit to Knysna would be incomplete without a trip to the heads - a striking geological feature made up of a pair of huge, brightly coloured cliffs lying at the mouth of the lagoon. The eastern head houses a lookout with spectacular views of the lagoon, Leisure Isle and Knysna. This is home of the only forest elephant in South Africa

John Benn Cruise - 
The western head is a privately owned nature reserve called Featherbed Nature Reserve. 
Visitors can get to the reserve via this ferry.
Reach Knysna Jetty for your cruise.
Rest of the evening free for own activities at the town. The main street of Knysna, lined with small boutiques and shops, is actually a part of the N2 highway, which passes directly through the center of the town en route to the Eastern Cape and beyond.
Overnight at the hotel

Day 6: Knsyna/George – Oudtshoorn - Knsyna/George
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. 
Depart on a full day tour Oudtshoorn tour. 
Outdshoorn is a town with the sunniest days per year in the whole country, 365 sunshine days, 4 summers and sunny, dry winters await the visitor to the Klein Karoo.
The town is home to the world's largest Ostrich population with a number of specialized ostrich breeding farms such as the Safari Show Farm.
Drive time from Knysna to Oudtshoorn is +/- 1 Hour 
Next attraction is Safari Ostrich Farm. 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 us 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 at the hotel

Day 7: Garden Route – Cape Town
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Check out from the hotel.  

Check out from the hotel.
You will be transferred by private vehicle to Cape Town.
Drive time from Knysna to Cape Town is +/- 6 Hours
Arrive and check-in at your hotel. Day free for own activities. 

Overnight at the hotel. 

Day 8: Cape Town
Breakfast will be served at the hotel    
Depart for Half Day City Tour of Cape Town with Table Mountain with your driver cum guide.
Table Mountain (weather permitting)
Table Mountain has become the single most welcoming icon to not only our people, but travellers from all over the world. It is also the country’s most photographed attraction and its famous cable car took millions of people to its top.

Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain for a panoramic view of the city and coastline. 
Must-do! --- Helicopter Ride (10 mins) (Price not included) Take a 10min trip that takes to the open skies - it's a memory worth making. This budget friendly helicopter flip is one of the most popular experiences in Cape Town.

Half Day City Tour
The fine old buildings of the Cape Town represent a journey through the centuries. 
The Castle of Good Hope is the oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa. 
A short distance from the Castle, across from the Grand Parade, you can see the City Hall, a mock baroque building constructed in 1905. As we follow the city’s main road, Adderley Street, we will see St. George’s Cathedral, the Anglican Diocese of Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Keep your eyes out for the Company Gardens, a welcome green oasis in the middle of the city.
Continue through the historic Malay Quarter, past the South African Museum and other interesting sights. 

Towards the end of the morning a visit is made at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. This is South Africa's most talked about tourist venue with many shops and restaurants. (The driver will then drop you back to the hotel or if you wish to stay at the harbour and explore on your own before returning to your hotel on your own). 

Overnight at the hotel 

Day 9: Cape Town
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. 

Proceed on your full day tour of Cape Point / Cape Peninsula. The breath-taking views of Clifton and Camps Bay as we head down the Cape Peninsula, passing the pristine soft white sand beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, with the 12 Apostles rising above the chilly blue Atlantic Ocean below.

Take a boat ride to Seal Island from Mariner’s Wharf. Our tour continues over Chapman’s Peak which offers amazing photo opportunities, and onto the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. A scenic drive along the world famous Chapman’s Peak Drive. 
Visit Simon’s Town and the African Penguins at the Boulders Penguin Colony.
Take the funicular named “Flying Dutchman” up to the old Cape Point lighthouse to see the “meeting” of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

Overnight at the hotel

Day 10: Cape Town – Departure
Breakfast will be served at the hotel Check out from the hotel. 
Arrive at Cape Town Airport for your flight for your next destination!!!

Tour Ends.

 

 

Pickup point
Cape Town International Airport (CPT), Matroosfontein, Cape Town, South Africa View on Map