8 Day South Africa Budget Tour
Johannesburg
An 8-day South Africa tour from Cape Town, to Garden Route and Kruger.
Departing from Cape Town, we start with a visit to the penguin colony at Betty’s Bay. We then head to the quaint seaside town of Hermanus to spot whales in the bay before settling in at Cape Agulhas, where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet.
We travel along the well known Route 62 and stop in Oudtshoorn for an ostrich farm tour. Next up is Wilderness National Park where we hop on canoes and hike to a stunning waterfall. Then its off to Tsitsikamma’s forests, offering numerous hiking trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints, suspension bridges, and cascading waterfalls.
We travel to Addo Elephant Park where we spend the morning spotting wildlife on an exciting game drive.
Then its off to Johannesburg to experience South Africas top wildlife reserve – Kruger National Park. Head out on thrilling game drives to spot a variety of wildlife including the Big Five.
This tour perfectly blends breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and fun activities, making it ideal for all travelers wanting to experience the best of South Africa on a budget.
If you have more time, consider joining our 12 Day South Africa Budget Tour.
Departure & Return Location
Cape TownJohannesburg
Price Includes
- Qualified guide
- Transport in 12 seater mini bus
- Entrance fees to national parks
Price Excludes
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas
- Drinks and snacks
- Gratuities / Tips
Highlights
- Big 5 game viewing in Kruger National Park
- Explore scenic Garden Route
- Explore Tsitsikamma's lush indigenous forests
- Spot herds of elephants in Addo Elephant Park
- Visit the Southern tip of Africa
Accommodation
Comfortable Backpacker & Permanent Tent Accommodation
During this tour, you’ll stay in comfortable backpacker private en-suite rooms for the duration of your Garden Route leg of the tour. Each room has modern amenities to ensure a pleasant stay.
Whether you’re traveling solo or with a companion, you’ll find a perfect space to relax.
For your Kruger stay you will be accommodated in permanent tents with shared bathrooms. The perfect spot to be in nature.
All accommodation options include bedding and towels, so you have everything you need.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Cape Town To Cape Agulhas - South Africa
Day 2: Cape Agulhas To Oudtshoorn - South Africa
Day 3: Oudtshoorn To Sedgefield - South Africa
Day 4: Sedgefield To Addo - South Africa
Day 5: Addo To Gqeberha - South Africa
Day 6: Johannesburg To Greater Kruger National Park - South Africa
Day 7: Kruger National Park - South Africa
Day 8: Greater Kruger To Johannesburg - South Africa
Dates & Prices
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