5 Days Luxury Southern Africa Safari to Kruger Park and Cape Town
This 5 Days Luxury Southern Africa Safari to Kruger Park and Cape Town takes you to Cape Town and Kapama Private Game Reserve in Greater Kruger is ideal for those looking for a taste of South Africa. Book it as an add-on to a longer South Africa holiday or as a short getaway for those who call southern Africa home. Scale Table Mountain, pay visits to historical sites such as Robben Island and the District Six Museum, then head out on safari in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, where you can spot Africa's Big Five, as well as many other safari favourites.
This meticulously crafted Southern Africa Safari balances cultural exploration in Cape Town with thrilling wildlife encounters in the renowned Kapama Private Game Reserve. In just five days, you'll experience the diverse landscapes that make Southern Africa a premier safari destination, from coastal mountains to bushveld plains, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour highlights
Luxury accommodations at Cape Grace Hotel and Kapama Karula
Panoramic views of Table Mountain and V&A Waterfront
Exclusive Cape wine tasting experience
Personalised exploration of Cape Town's iconic attractions
Big Five game viewing in Kapama Private Game Reserve
Expert-guided safari drives in custom 4x4 vehicles
Opportunity for bush walks with armed rangers
Indulgent spa treatments inspired by African traditions
Optional romantic sleep-out under the stars
Seamless transfers with VIP meet and greet services
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during transfers and game drives
- Full board accommodation as specified
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides
- Driver allowances and park fees
- Daily game drives in Kapama Private Game Reserve
- Cape Town city orientation tour
- Cape Wine orientation tasting
- VIP meet and greet services
Price Excludes:
- South African Visa (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities include a Robben Island tour
- Romantic sleep-out experience
- Spa treatments
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrive in Cape Town
Your Southern Africa Safari begins with a VIP welcome at Cape Town International Airport and a comfortable 25-minute private transfer to the prestigious Cape Grace Hotel on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This first day of your Southern Africa Safari allows you to settle into luxury accommodations while taking in views of Table Mountain, known locally as "Hoerikwaggo" (Mountain in the Sea). The afternoon of your Southern Africa Safari can be spent exploring the vibrant waterfront district, just steps from your hotel, before enjoying a complimentary wine orientation tasting featuring South Africa's finest vintages from the nearby Cape Winelands region.
- Day4Cape Town City Tour
Day two of your Southern Africa Safari is dedicated to discovering Cape Town's diverse attractions with your private guide. This Southern Africa Safari Day includes a cable car ascent of Table Mountain (weather permitting), where you'll enjoy panoramic views from 1,086 meters above sea level across the Cape Peninsula. Your Southern Africa Safari experience continues with visits to historical sites such as Robben Island (approximately 30 minutes by ferry) and the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, finishing with a sunset champagne toast at Signal Hill, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Lion's Head peak.
- Day2Transfer to Greater Kruger and Kapama Private Game Reserve
Today your Southern Africa Safari transitions from coastal Cape Town to the wildlife-rich bushveld with a morning transfer to Cape Town Airport for your 2.5-hour flight to Hoedspruit's Eastgate Airport. This exciting phase of your Southern Africa Safari includes a 25-minute scenic transfer through the Lowveld to Kapama Private Game Reserve, a 13,000-hectare wilderness bordering Kruger National Park. Your Southern Africa Safari experience reaches new heights of luxury at Kapama Karula, where you'll enjoy lunch on arrival before embarking on your first afternoon game drive in search of the reserve's abundant wildlife, including the legendary Big Five.
- Day3Safari in Kapama Private Game Reserve
The highlight of your Southern Africa Safari unfolds with a full day of wildlife encounters in Kapama, beginning with an early morning game drive at approximately 5:30 AM when predators are most active. Your immersive Southern Africa Safari continues between drives with leisure time at your spectacular lodge, where you can enjoy the infinity pool overlooking the Klaserie River or indulge in a traditional "Marula Miracle" spa treatment. The evening Southern Africa Safari activity features a sunset drive with spotlight viewing of nocturnal species before returning to camp for a traditional South African braai (barbecue) dinner under the stars.
- Day5Depart from Hoedspruit
The final morning of your Southern Africa Safari begins with an optional early game drive to bid farewell to the African bush, offering last opportunities to spot elusive leopards and other wildlife. Your remarkable Southern Africa Safari concludes with a leisurely breakfast at Kapama Karula before your 25-minute transfer back to Hoedspruit Airport. As your Southern Africa Safari experience comes to an end, our team will assist with check-in for your onward flight, perhaps to extend your adventure to neighboring Botswana, Namibia, or Zambia for an even more comprehensive exploration of the region.