Elephants crossing the savanna at sunsetThe Knysna Heads on the Garden RouteA humpback whale breaching in Walker Bay, HermanusAfrican penguins at Boulders Beach

South Africa safaris · Big 5 tours

Big 5 safaris in South Africa.

Kruger, the Garden Route and a malaria-free reserve near Cape Town. Private and small-group, with hotel pickup and a professional guide.

Hotel collection & drop-off
Professional tour guide
Private & small group
Prices per person, no hidden fees

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Garden Route Safari & Knysna Escape

3 days · Garden Route

Garden Route Safari & Knysna Escape

South Africa's celebrated coastal road trip: lagoons, forest, cliffs and a Big 5 safari.

  • Mossel Bay & Oudtshoorn ostrich country
  • Knysna Heads, lagoon & Plettenberg Bay
  • Game reserve safari & Storms River
  • 2 nights' accommodation
$1,035pp · R17,200
Kruger Big 5 Safari

3 days · Mpumalanga

Kruger Big 5 Safari

Track the Big 5 in Africa's most famous wilderness, plus the Panorama Route. Flights not included.

  • Sunrise & sunset game drives
  • Accommodation, breakfast & dinner
  • God's Window & Blyde River Canyon
  • Expert ranger-guided drives
$1,080pp · R17,800
Aquila Big 5 Safari

Full day · Karoo

Aquila Big 5 Safari

A malaria-free Big 5 reserve two hours from Cape Town, set against Karoo mountains.

  • Game drive in an open safari vehicle
  • Welcome drinks & buffet lunch
  • Scenic Hex River Valley drive
  • Ideal for families & first-timers
$350pp · R5,800
Cape Peninsula Tour

Full day · Cape Point

Cape Peninsula Tour

The Cape's most dramatic coastline, to where two oceans meet at Cape Point.

  • Camps Bay, Hout Bay & Chapman's Peak Drive
  • Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope
  • Boulders Beach penguins
  • Historic Simon's Town
$235pp · R3,900
Great White Shark Cage Diving

Full day · Gansbaai

Great White Shark Cage Diving

Face to face with the ocean's apex predator off Gansbaai, the great white capital.

  • Cage dive or surface viewing, no licence needed
  • Wetsuits, masks & marine briefing
  • Dyer Island & Shark Alley
  • Return transfers from Cape Town
$395pp · R6,600
Hermanus Whale Watching

Full day · Hermanus

Hermanus Whale Watching

Cruise Walker Bay, one of the world's best places to see whales up close.

  • Licensed boat-based whale watching
  • Peak season June – November
  • Dolphins, seals & seabirds
  • Return transfers from Cape Town
$380pp · R6,350
Winelands Discovery Tour

Full day · Winelands

Winelands Discovery Tour

Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl: Cape Dutch estates and award-winning wines.

  • Tastings at top estates, incl. Fairview
  • Wine & cheese pairing
  • Franschhoek village & mountain passes
  • Lunch stop in the vineyards
$220pp · R3,655
Champagne Sunset Cruise

Sunset · V&A Waterfront

Champagne Sunset Cruise

Sail into Table Bay as the sun sets behind the mountain, bubbly in hand.

  • Sparkling wine on board
  • Table Mountain & Lion's Head views
  • Seals & dolphins often spotted
  • Departs the V&A Waterfront
$250pp · R4,165
Alpacas, Chocolate & Winelands

Family · Paarl

Alpacas, Chocolate & Winelands

A family day in the Paarl winelands: furry friends, sweets and scenery.

  • Meet the alpacas at Alpaca Loom
  • Chocolate tasting at The Chocolate Manor
  • Wine for adults, treats for little ones
  • Countryside & mountain views
$220pp · R3,655
Table Mountain, Ostriches & Ice Cream

Family · Cape Town

Table Mountain, Ostriches & Ice Cream

Cape Town's greatest hits for families: views, giant birds and a sweet treat.

  • Table Mountain cable car (weather permitting)
  • Ostrich farm visit & feeding
  • Ice-cream stop for the whole family
  • Fun, easy pace for all ages
$220pp · R3,655

Prices per person. USD approximate, ZAR equivalent shown. Minimum 2 guests per booking. Subject to availability and weather.

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A local team, from pickup to drop-off.

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