11-Nights Hidden Treasures of South Africa from $15,590

Itinerary Details

Swain Destinations: Hidden Treasures of South Africa

Day 1 Welcome to Johannesburg, South Africa
Upon arrival into Johannesburg you will be met and assisted on foot too your accommodation.

Johannesburg is the economic heart of South Africa, the central focus of Egoli ('Place of Gold'), as the Sotho name for Gauteng suggests. The largest and richest city in South Africa, Johannesburg's lifestyle is a fast-paced and hectic one.

Intercontinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel

Day 2 Johannesburg to Kapama Game Reserve
This morning make your own way on foot to Johannesburg International Airport for your flight to Hoedspruit (not included). Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your accommodation, Jabulani located in the Kapama Private Game Reserve.

The 16 000 hectare private game reserve on which Jabulani is located, is home to an abundant population of the Big Five and ensures excellent sightings.

Jabulani Safari
Meals: B, D

Day 3 Activities at Jabulani
Spend the day enjoying the activities offered at Jabulani. Jabulani is based on Kapama, a Big 5 Game Reserve near to Kruger National Park. The lush vegetation and varied habitats of this balanced ecosystem means that it is able to support dense populations of wild animals, offering world class game viewing opportunities. A true African Big five safari experience, visitors will enjoy herds of antelope, giraffe and zebra grazing and congregating at the many waterholes, their senses alert to the threat of a hunting predator in the area. Accompanied by qualified rangers head out in search of The Big 5, and the smaller - but no less significant - creatures that are part of an African Safari. Jabulani's rangers are consummate professionals.

Jabulani Safari
Meals: B, L, D

Day 4 Activities at Jabulani
Enjoy another day of wildlife activities at Jabulani. Not to be missed is the introduction to the Jabulani elephants. Their sheer size and extraordinary presence is humbling, one cannot help but be changed forever after sharing an experience with the Jabulani elephants.

Jabulani Safari
Meals: B, L, D

Day 5 Kapama Private Game Reserve to Cape Town
Enjoy your last game activity at Jabulani before transferring to Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Cape Town (not included). Upon arrival into Cape Town you will be met and transferred to your accommodation.

South Africa's “Mother City” is indescribably beautiful, steeped in fascinating history and pulsating to a heady African rhythm. Indeed, few urban centers anywhere can match its setting along the mountainous Cape Peninsula spine, which slides into the Atlantic Ocean. A ride in a cable car to the top of Table Mountain, a ferry journey to Robben Island, or a meandering tour through the Winelands will leave you in no doubt that this place is an absolute highlight on any vacation to Africa. South Africa boasts incredibly good weather, gorgeous scenery and fantastic beaches and is one of the most diverse and enchanting countries in the world. Exotic combinations of landscapes, people, history and culture offer visitors a unique and inspiring experience.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
Meals: B

Day 6 Uncover the City of Cape Town
The beauty of Cape Town, aside from it's spectacular views, mild weather and coastal location, is the proximity of multiple world renowned landmarks and wineries to the city. On a half day private guided tour of Cape Town city visit the iconic Table Mountain and enjoy a thrilling cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain (weather permitting). Venture into the Cape Malay area where you will enjoy a walking tour through the colorful Bo-Kaap. This area has a rich cultural, religious and architectural heritage, and is a mixed and cosmopolitan neighborhood with strong links to Muslim traditions and culture. Explore the historic part of the city with traditional architecture and beautiful company gardens. This afternoon is yours to enjoy the facilities at the hotel or wander through the V&A Waterfront for some shopping.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
Meals: B

Day 7 Explore the Cape Peninsula
The Cape Peninsula is exceedingly beautiful and offers a window to some of the most fascinating biodiversity on the planet. From the fynbos on the mountain side to the marine life of the ocean rock pools, there is endless beauty all around you. Today you travel along the Atlantic Seaboard to explore the Fairest Camp, so desrived by Sir Francis Drake in 1578. Winding along the coast you pass glorious beaches, stopping Cape Point Nature Reserve. Here you will have a viewpoint where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Visit historic Simonstown where you will find Boulders Penguin Colony with almost 3000 African (jackass) penguins. Indulge in an intimate 6-course freshly prepared meal, paired with herbal and floral teas while taking in breathtaking views.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
Meals: B, L

Day 8 Discover the Cape Winelands
The Cape Winelands are amongst the most scenic in the world. A visual feast of lush green valleys, rugged mountains, fine cuisine, and world-class wine producing estates make up the Cape Winelands. Its many historic wine estates, characterized by classic Cape Dutch-style buildings with distinctive gables and thatched roofs, and massive vineyards, date back centuries. Wine estates are bordered by: the Hottentots, Holland; the Franschhoek Mountains; and in the North, by the Wemmershoekberg. The most popular and well-known are Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. The Cape Winelands offers some of the finest wine tasting experiences, spend the day exploring premier wine estates and wines against a backdrop of magical landscapes.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
Meals: B

Day 9 Cape Town to Kalahari
This morning transfer to Cape Town Airport to connect with your scheduled charter flight to Tswalu. Upon arrival into Tswalu, you will be met and transferred by open vehicle to your accommodation.

Tswalu is a vast, magical land of infinite possibility, with sweeping vistas and a liberating sense of space. The green Kalahari is nature at its most diverse and surprising, and to spend time here is to be touched by exuberant, soulful beauty.

The Motse Camp, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Meals: B, D

Day 10 Activities in Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Tswalu Kalahari offers an unrivalled wealth of experiences. Explore the green Kalahari and its treasures by vehicle with your field guide. Learn more about research in action. Tswalu is home to most of the "charismatic" African big game species such as lion, cheetah, wild dog, desert black rhino and buffalo, the arid habitat also supports a surprising array of smaller animals, birds and plants (there are already over 77 species of mammals, 240 species of birds, 42 species of reptiles and 4 species of amphibians confirmed as occurring at Tswalu). Activities include open vehicle game drives, guided bush walks and horseback safaris.

The Motse Camp, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Meals: B, L, D

Day 11 Activities in Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Today is another full day in Tswalu Kalahari Reserve as you enjoy the activities offered by the lodge.

The Motse Camp, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Meals: B, L, D

Day 12 Depart the Kalahari
Enjoy your last game activity before transferring to the airstrip for your light air craft transfer to Johannesburg Airport where you will connect with your onward flight.

Meals: B