South Africa complete - 24 days Camping Safari

London

Day to day schedule:

B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = diner (included).

Day 1
We meet and, after checking in, depart from The Outback Africa Safari Lodge in Cape Town . Today we explore the Cape region; visiting the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Cape Point and the penguin colony near Simon's Town. Lunch will be spent overlooking the ocean whilst enjoying the local cuisine. We end the sightseeing-filled day with a visit to Table Mountain . (Cable car own expense).

Tonight we dine with the Outback Africa Management and enjoy a safari briefing. B

Day 2
Our destination tonight is De Hoop Nature Reserve , a paradise for seasonal whale watching. We enjoy our first camp experience, and get closer to nature tonight.

Big campfire and tall stories. BD

Day 3
Today, Oudtshoorn and the Cango Caves . En route we will stop at an Ostrich farm for lunch. Thereafter we will do a tour of the Cango Caves and travel over the Outeniqua Mountain Pass towards the coastal town of Knysna , a town famous for its oysters and artists.

The evening is spent enjoying a seafood feast in a local restaurant. BL

Day 4
A morning to explore the town, flea market and many art galleries. Visit the Heads, two sandstone cliffs that flank the entrance to the Knysna Lagoon, and thereafter the Tsitsikamma National Park . Explore the Storms River Mouth on a short but eventful hike. The rugged coastline is a photographer's dream. BLD

Day 5
This morning we visit Jeffrey's Bay , South Africa 's surfer's paradise. Enjoy the waves of the Indian Ocean . Thereafter it is onto the Addo Elephant National Park to spend the afternoon in search of the endemic elephants found there. Tonight, time can be spent at the spotlit waterhole, hoping to observe the creatures of the night. BLD

Day 6
The Wild Coast is calling. Travel via East London to camp on the beach at Morgan's Bay. We spend the afternoon enjoying the warm Indian Ocean. Long sunset walks & collecting shells on the beach is the program for the afternoon. BLD

Day 7
Travel north to our next Wild Coast destination , Coffee Bay . We arrive early and spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or swimming in the Indian Ocean . Explore the Coastline. BLD

 Day 8
Today is a day of sightseeing. We explore the region, hiking to the Hole in the Wall viewpoint near Coffee Bay and enjoying the Xhosa Culture. Enjoy a seafood meal in a local restaurant tonight. BL

Day 9
The Drakensberg Mountains . Travel through the rural old Transkei to our base in the Southern Drakensberg . A long day on the road. Enjoy the mountain air of the majestic mountains of the dragon. BLD

Day 10
Explore the Drakensberg region; extensive hiking, San rock art, open meadow picnics, mountain stream fishing and snow in winter. BLD

Day 11
An early departure, we travel south towards Durban and thereafter head north through the Natal Midlands into the greatest rhino sanctuary in the world. The Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve in Zululand . Exclusive camp in our Zululand private game reserve . BD

Day 12
We spend two days in Zululand , giving us the chance to absorb the Zulu culture and to find the animals endemic to this region. After an early game walk in the private reserve, we enjoy a visit to a Zulu cultural village. Be entertained by a traditional Zulu dance. The Zulu warriors were a fierce adversary to the European settlers in by gone times.
A Late afternoon game drive is spent in the Hluhluwe Game reserve, where we are sure to get up close and personal with the Rhinos found in the park. BrD

Day 13
Leaving Zululand today we head north towards our next destination, a new country, the Kingdom of Swaziland . Our destination today is Swaziland 's premier National Park. Hlane Royal National Park . The afternoon is spent doing an extensive game walk in the National Park; here we hope to meet the rhino or elephant found herein on foot. BLD

Day 14
We travel the short distance through majestic sugarcane fields to the Kruger National Park . After lunch we will do an extensive game drive in search of the wildlife for which this park is famous. We hope to find the "Big Five", Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino. BLD

Day 15
En route to our next campsite in the Kruger National Park , we stop for a picnic brunch. After setting up camp and enjoying a short siesta, we do another game viewing excursion. BrD

Day 16
We leave the Kruger National Park today. Explore the multitude of natural attractions: Blyde River Canyon , Bourkes Luck Potholes, God's Window and the Three Rondavels.
We will visit the multitude of waterfalls found in the area. Thereafter we head for the historic gold mining town of Pilgrim's Rest , where we camp the night. Enjoy a drink in the old Hotel tonight. BLD

Day 17
The City Of Gold . Johannesburg is our destination, and after checking into our Guest Lodge we do a tour of Soweto in the afternoon, giving us the chance to meet Africa first hand.

Enjoy a beer in a local beerhall with the residents. BL

Day 18
Kuruman is our stop today. Depart early and journey into the maize farmlands or breadbin of South Africa . The red sand is a sign that we near the Kalahari.

Spend the late afternoon escaping the heat in the pool. BLD

Day 19
Travel the dusty road to one of the best-kept secrets in Africa. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in the Kalahari Desert - One of the largest protected wilderness areas in Africa . The search begins. BLD

Day 20
Rise with the sun and resume our search, often spending long periods waiting for that special moment at waterholes or in the dunes. The Kalahari Lion is the largest Lion found in the world and just to spend a moment with this black maned King of the Beasts is not only a privilege but also an experience that you will never forget. Not only the Lion, the Raptors and the desert dwelling creatures will fascinate all wildlife enthusiasts. Return for a hard earned brunch and siesta period to while away the heat of this unforgiving land. Late afternoon sees us sifting the red sands, searching for those who have not been found. BLD

In the Kalahari Desert , it is only the patient who is rewarded.

Day 21
Leaving the Park, we travel down to an arid wine farming area of our country. Augrabies Falls National Park is our destination. After lunch and siesta around the pools we will head out to search for Black Rhino, Eland, Giraffe, Gemsbok and Klipspringer Antelope. Witness the spectacular Augrabies Falls , where the mighty Orange River plunges over the granite gorge on its lonely journey to the Atlantic Ocean . BLD

Day 22
Travel south into the true remote wilderness area of the Western Cape. The splendor of the Namaqualand Flower Carpet in springtime is a sight to behold.

Camp tonight in the Cedarberg Mountains . BLD

Day 23
Today we explore the Cedarberg Mountains . Unique rock formation hikes, Wine farms, Trekking opportunities or just simply relaxing next to a mountain stream.

We camp our last night of this tremendous safari. A Beautiful Country. My Country. BLD

Day 24
En route to Cape Town we pass through small farming towns and upon reaching the" Mother City " we finally close the complete circle.

Departure dates & prices 2008:

24 days. Including flights to Cape Town +/- 25/26 days.

28-07 - 20-08-2008 SAC08 / £ 1,795
02-08 - 25-08-2008 SAC09 / £ 1,795
01-09 - 24-09-2008 SAC10 / £ 1,795
06-09 - 29-09-2008 SAC11 / £ 1,795
06-10 - 29-10-2008 SAC12 / £ 1,795
11-10 - 03-11-2008 SAC13 / £ 1,795
10-11 - 03-12-2008 SAC14 / £ 1,795
13-11 - 06-12-2008 SAC15 / £ 1,795
15-12 - 07-01-2009 SAC16 / £ 1,795
20-12 - 12-01-2009 SAC17 / £ 1,795

Package prices include:

Vehicle, fuel, guide, equipment, park entry fees, accommodation and meals (unless otherwise specified) B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = diner.

Package prices exclude:

Flights, optional extra activities, airport transfers (at R150 pp, min 2 pax) and Cape Town Bed & Breakfast accommodation. 

Flights from/to Cape Town:

Flights are not included we can offer you the safari including a roundtrip flight to Cape Town.

Pocket money & personal expenses:  

For additional excursions, drinks and souvenirs we advice you to bring some cash and to use your ATM card and/or credit card.
Changing money into Rand is possible at the airport. During the safari you can use ATM's for getting cash Rand. Credit cards are accepted in most places but not all.

Visa and passport:  

You will need a valid passport on arrival in South Africa. When leaving South Africa your passport should be valid at least for another 6 Months.

Day to day safari schedule:

Click here for the day to day itinerary!

Shortened safaris:

Cape Town - Johannesburg, Johannesburg - Cape Town (phone us or send an email for more info)

Important:  

An open mind and a flexible attitude are required in order to achieve the ultimate satisfaction whilst on an Outback Africa Safari in Third World African Countries!

Route Map: