Package Tour - 10 Day Into Africa Self Drive Tour
Categories: Big 5 / Self Drive / Wildlife
Experience the true essence of Africa on this 10 day journey of discovery. From the dizzying heights of the Drakensberg Mountain Range to the depths of the Blyde River Canyon, walk with the ancestors through ancient lands and come face to face with the creatures who have walked with them. Be dazzled by city lights under African skies with a visit to the commercial hubs of Johannesburg and Pretoria. For the history buff, both have much to offer. Pretoria’s Voortrekker Monument bears witness to the hardiness of the Voortrekkers who forged their way by wagon through unforgiving terrain. For the commercially minded, Johannesburg is South Africa’s “Egoli” meaning “Place of Gold”. The splendor of the Drakensberg will have you gasping for breath and a three night stay in the world famous Kruger National Park will ensure a face to face encounter with Africa’s big five. If you weren’t paying enough attention, day nine’s drive through the Pilansberg National Park will present more game viewing opportunities. Bath in the warm waters of Bela-Bela or find your place in the sun at Sun City. This truly African sojourne will leave you with memories of wood smoke and sunsets, African Style!
At a Glance
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: OR Tambo International Airport to Muldersdrift
Early arrival at O.R.Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg), collect your rental car and GPS and depart for Pretoria, just a 45 minute drive away.
Spend the day exploring the historic and cultural sites of the “Jacaranda City”.
Highlights include the Voortrekker Monument, Paul Kruger House, Church Square, the Union Buildings and Freedom Park.
Overnight: Muldersdrift Hotel
Day 2: Muldersdrift to Hazyview
Continue to Dullstroom for lunch and visit Pilgrims Rest while on route to Hazyview.
Travel back in time in the gold rush town of Pilgrims Rest and take in the sight and sounds of this lushly forested, mountainous region including many waterfalls.
The whole town of Pilgrim’s Rest has been declared a national monument and boasts many quaint shops and museums.
Overnight: Hazyview
Day 3: Hazyview
Meander your way along the Panorama Route on the escarpment of the awe inspiring Drakensberg Mountains via Graskop.
Visit the bizarrely shaped Bourke’s Luck potholes and breathtaking viewpoints at God’s Window and the Blyde River Canyon.
This is some of Africa’s most spectacular scenery. Return to Hazyview for the night.
Overnight: Hazyview
Day 4: Hazyview to Kruger National Park
Visit the world famous Kruger National Park, a must for all travelers to South Africa.
One of the oldest and biggest reserves in Africa, the park boasts a fabulous variety of game and birdlife in its various habitats. Enter the park at the Phabeni Gate.
Prepare to meet the Big Five – elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and Cape buffalo!
Overnight in the Kruger National Park (depending on availability & budget)
Overnight: Kruger National Park
Day 5: Kruger National Park to Central Kruger National Park
Today is spent discovering the central parts of the park, enjoying the area’s bio-diversity and stopping at watering holes for possible animal sightings.
You might see zebra, wildebeest, bush pig, impala, giraffe and baboons which are all quite easily spotted.
Overnight in Central Kruger National Park (depending on availability & budget)
Overnight: Central Kruger National Park
Day 6: Central Kruger National Park to Northern Kruger National Park
Make your way North. The far North of the park has quite different vegetation and terrain to the more Southern region.
Visit the mystical Thulamela ruins or just enjoy the day relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere of the African bush. Maybe take a thrilling open vehicle evening game drive.
Overnight in the Northern Kruger National Park (depending on availability & budget)
Overnight: Northern Kruger National Park
Day 7: Northern Kruger National Park to Tzaneen
Depart from the Kruger National Park via the Punda Maria Gate and travel to the town of Tzaneen.
On your way, visit the ancient Modjadji Cycad Forest and Sapekoe Tea Estate.
Overnight in Tzaneen Hotel, Lodge or Guesthouse (depending on availability & budget).
Overnight: Tzaneen
Day 8: Tzaneen to Bela Bela
Travel to the town of Bela Bela, famous for its mineral rich hot springs.
Visit the Debebgeni Falls, Bakone Malapa (a living museum of Sotho culture), the Oxpecker Research Facility and the Makapans Valley, an archeological treasure trove.
Overnight in Bela Bela Lodge (depending on availability & budget).
Overnight: Bela Bela
Day 9: Bela Bela to Sun City
Drive to Sun City via the Pilanesberg National Park, keeping an eye out for any animals you might have missed while in the Kruger National Park!
An early afternoon arrival at Sun City allows time to enjoy the various leisure activities such as golf or watersports.
Spend the evening at a show or in the casino.
Overnight at Sun City Resort or close by (depending on availability & budget).
Overnight: Sun City
Day 10: Sun City to O. R. Tambo International Airport
Enjoy a relaxing final morning at Sun City.
Travel to Johannesburg for some last minute shopping before returning your rental car at O.R. Tambo International Airport and departing for home.
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tour highlights
The Voortrekker Monument, Paul Kruger House and the Union Buildings
Pilgrims Rest and Bourkes Luck Potholes
The Kruger National Park
Pilansberg National Park and the Big Five
Sun City
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Package includes: (optional)
• All accommodation
• Breakfast daily
• Selected lunches and dinners
• Selected game park activities
• Added activities can be arranged on your behalf and costs will be added to package price
Package excludes: (optional)
• Car Hire & Insurance on hire vehicle
• GPS Rental
• Entrance fee’s (a list of fees will be provided with your final itinerary)
• Travel Insurance
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