Our South Africa vacations & tours
Given its mammoth size, the ‘Rainbow Nation’ fittingly offers a kaleidoscope of experiences for travelers. Our South Africa vacations take in Kruger and other national parks, and their amazing wildlife. But they also explore the majestic Garden Route (and its welcoming, locally owned B&Bs); the wild and remote KwaZulu-Natal; Victoria Falls, and even the beguiling beaches of nearby Mauritius. Your trip can support conservation projects, such as the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre or lodges helping to train rangers. You may also visit local communities for a true insight into residents’ lives.
Our top trips
Three Reserve safari in South Africa
From
£3550 to £3750
10 days
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A 10 day big game safari visits 3 different game reserves
Small group2027: 8 Feb, 22 Feb, 8 Mar, 22 Mar, 5 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 17 May, 31 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 18 Oct, 1 Nov
South Africa vacation
From
£3120 to £4165
13 days
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Explore Cape Town, Winelands & the Garden Route
Tailor made
South Africa and Swaziland safari
From
US $3365 to US $3795
17 days
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The Rainbow Route from Kruger to Cape Town
Small group2026: 14 Nov, 28 Nov, 12 Dec, 19 Dec, 2027: 9 Jan, 30 Jan, 20 Feb, 27 Feb, 6 Mar, 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 19 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 18 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 11 Dec, 18 Dec
South Africa safari vacation, 14 days
From
£4784
14 days
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Award winning safari in South Africa
Small group
Cape Town and the Garden Route tour
From
US $3060 to US $3790
12 days
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Travel along the dramatic coastline at the bottom of South Africa
Small group2026: 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 20 Dec, 2027: 2 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Feb, 6 Mar, 13 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 18 Dec, 2028: 8 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 1 Apr, 29 Apr, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 16 Dec
The Garden Route and beyond, South Africa
From
€1570 to €1820
12 days
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Leisurely, family-friendly, self-drive South African vacation
Tailor made
South Africa vacation, Cape escape
From
US $2810 to US $3300
12 days
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South Africa's highlights: Beaches, winelands and wildlife.
Small group2026: 28 Nov, 2027: 20 Feb, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 15 May, 12 Jun, 3 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov
South Africa cycling vacation, Western Cape
From
US $4515 to US $4595
12 days
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Superb scenery, culture & wildlife
Small group2026: 21 Dec, 2027: 28 Mar, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec
South Africa walking safari
From
US $3060
14 days
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Active walking vacation Kruger Swaziland Zululand Drakensberg
Small group2027: 2 Jan, 6 Feb, 20 Feb, 20 Mar, 17 Apr, 8 May, 19 Jun, 3 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 4 Dec
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About our South Africa vacations
Why visit South Africa?
South Africa is a great introduction to Africa. It’s accessible, with good roads and infrastructure, and there’s a compelling sweep of sights. Kruger National Park could be the poster child for safaris, whilst touring Cape Town and its surrounding Winelands is a fantastic way to learn from local growers. In a country this large, don’t just visit one place – our self drive vacations are popular for a reason. Add Johannesburg after Kruger National Park or combine cultural touring through KwaZulu-Natal with the beautiful Elephant Coast.
Kruger National Park
Tell people you’re going to South Africa on safari, and they’ll probably think you’re going to Kruger National Park. This huge game reserve is four hours’ drive or a flight from Johannesburg, and home to black and white rhinos, big cats, and African wild dogs. The wildlife-rich south can be a busy place, so our vacations also explore the private game reserves that ring Kruger. These protected areas offer more secluded excursions, and fences between them have been removed, allowing animals to follow their natural migratory routes. You’ll also stay in lodges and camps that make efforts to employ local people.
Self drive vacations in South Africa
Driving along South Africa’s coast, you might be distracted by a whale spout out to sea or do a double-take at the sight of penguins on the beach. Head inland and there are ostriches running alongside the road in the Karoo and warthogs trotting ahead in the game parks. The country’s good roads and big scenery are perfect for our self drive vacations, and you can easily weave culture into your itinerary too. Our accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal works with local community enterprise projects, while township tours in Cape Town are both eye-opening and inspirational.
Family vacations in South Africa
We have safari experiences for all ages, younger children will love bush craft sessions and night tours, a cacophony of calls and exciting sounds. Children aged eight and over can enjoy more traditional vehicle-led safaris, while older children and teenagers can start to learn about South Africa’s challenging history and multifaceted culture, too, by visiting Johannesburg and having a guided tour of Soweto. You might even want to consider a volunteering vacation. Young children can work with orphaned primates, and even have their own monkey to look after all day!
Types of tours & vacations in South Africa
From Addo to Hluhluwe, you’ve got your pick of parks and private reserves on a safari vacation in South Africa. It goes without saying that this is a marvellous wildlife vacation destination. And think beyond big cats: you could visit the coast to see dolphins and whales chasing the annual sardine run instead. Our small group vacations led by knowledgeable local guides are a fun way to explore the beautiful Winelands. Feeling intrepid? Consider an adventure vacation – you could get up close to great white sharks or shop for that night’s dinner at a community market on an overland tour.
Going beyond South Africa
From here, the only way is up: South Africa is a gateway to the whole continent of Africa and a great starting point for an overland tour. The most popular route from Cape Town to Victoria Falls also allows you to compare the landscapes and traditional culture of Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia, and takes around three weeks. If you have less time, you could just nip into Namibia – where its vast deserts provide a contrast to the Cape Winelands. Alternatively, combine safari with a beach break by visiting South Africa and Mauritius – the perfect way to wind down after all those lion encounters.
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Katarina Mansson22 Oct 2026
One of the most memorable trips I have ever made in my life.read more
Lynne Walsh18 Oct 2026
Very good, filled with memorable experiences.read more
Guy Jubb14 Oct 2026
Very good. Great game drives, fantastic animal sightings, knowledgeable guides and accommodation which tended to exceed my expectations.read more
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