8 Day Custom South Africa Tour

3 Johannesburg & 3 Kruger
6 nights accommodation, all transfers, most meals and sightseeing
Price Includes
  • 6 nights accommodation as follows:
  • 3 nights at [The Houghton ], Johannesburg, King Suite Vista View with Breakfast
  • 3 nights at the Kruger Gate Hotel, Kruger, Deluxe Room with Half Board
  • All hotel taxes
  • All transfers will be provided by private air-conditioned vehicle with English Speaking host
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Full Day Pretoria & Lesedi Cultural Village Tour
  • Journey to Freedom Tour
  • Full Day Game Drive
Day By Day Itinerary
DAY 1: Sun - May 31, 2026 - Departure

  • Your flight will depart the USA for South Africa
DAY 2: Mon - June 01, 2026 - Arrival in Johannesburg

  • Upon arrival to Johannesburg airport, our representative will be waiting for you to provide the transfer to your hotel.
  • 6:00 PM We will be met by our guide in the hotel lobby and escorted to a local restaurant for our Welcome Dinner. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a delightful meal while connecting with fellow travelers. 
  • Meal: Dinner
DAY 3: Tue - June 02, 2026 - Full Day Pretoria & Lesedi Cultural Village Tour

  • 07:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
  • 08:00 AM You will be greeted by your guide, then you will start our day with exploring Pretoria (approximately 1 hour drive), the vibrant capital city of South Africa. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you visit prominent sites that showcase the city`s heritage.
  • 09:00 AM We will start our day with a visit to the Voortrekker Monument, a towering symbol of Afrikaner history and resilience.
  • 10:00 AM Head to explore the elegant Melrose House, a meticulously preserved Victorian mansion that exudes charm and grace.
  • 10:30 AM We will continue our journey to Lesedi Cultural Village, a captivating destination that celebrates the diverse cultures of South Africa.
  • 11:15 AM You will enjoy a delicious lunch while being entertained by a captivating show.
  • 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM Return to our hotel.
  • Overnight in Johannesburg
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Wed - June 03, 2026 - Journey to Freedom Tour

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
  • 09:00 AM We will be met by the guide for a full day Journey to Freedom Tour beginning at the Hector Pieterson Museum, where we start to unravel the cause of the devastating riots, before travelling past Mandela House, where you have the possibility to visit this small museum.
  • 10:30 AM Our next significant stop is the fascinating Regina Mundi Church, site of so many of the underground meetings of the then banned political parties. Standing there, you can feel the tension picture the intensity, the strain on the faces of those unthinkably brave souls, committed at any cost to changing the way of life of a nation.
  • 11:30 AM We will head to visit the legendary Apartheid Museum. This is an interactive voyage of discovery, one which takes you from the dark days of whites only privilege, through to Nelson Mandela`s historic release. The Apartheid Museum is a multimedia experience, with documentary film snippets, texts, sound clips and live accounts, recapturing life in the dark days of South Africa.
  • 12:00 PM Lunch at a local restaurant.
  • 02:00 PM Return to our hotel.
  • Overnight in Johannesburg
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5: Thu - June 04, 2026 - Johannesburg, Kruger National Park

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast at Our Hotel
  • 09:00 AM After breakfast, check out of the hotel. You will be met by our representative who will assist you with your transfer to Johannesburg Airport (JNB) for your flight to Kruger National Park.
  • 01:05 PM Your flight will take off from Johannesburg. 
  • 02:05 PM Upon your arrival at Skukuza Airport (SZK), you will be greeted by our representative and transfer to the hotel.
  • Upon arrival at the hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to relax and enjoy at your leisure. Take this opportunity to unwind, explore the hotel amenities, or begin your adventure in Kruger National Park.
  • Overnight in Kruger.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6: Fri - June 05, 2026 - Full Day Game Drive

  • 06:30 AM Breakfast at our hotel.
  • 07:30 AM Our Full Day Safari Adventure begins early in the morning as we depart from your hotel. A knowledgeable guide will accompany you, sharing insights and information about the park`s ecology and wildlife.
  • Upon arrival at Kruger National Park, we will embark on a thrilling morning game drive. Keep your cameras ready as we search for the Big Five lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros alongside a variety of other wildlife species. Our experienced guide will provide commentary and help you spot animals in their natural habitat.
  • 12:00 PM We will pause for a delicious lunch at one of the park`s designated picnic areas. 
  • After lunch, we will continue our safari adventure, exploring different areas of the park. This afternoon drive offers a chance to see animals that may be more active during the cooler hours of the day. Your guide will share fascinating facts about the flora and fauna encountered along the way.
  • 04:00 PM Return to Hotel As the sun begins to set, we will conclude our full-day safari experience and head back to your hotel. 
  • Overnight in Kruger
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box, Dinner
DAY 7: Sat - June 06, 2026 - Full Day Game Drive

  • 06:30 AM Breakfast at our hotel.
  • 07:30 AM Our Full Day Safari Adventure begins early in the morning as we depart from your hotel. A knowledgeable guide will accompany you, sharing insights and information about the park`s ecology and wildlife.
  • Upon arrival at Kruger National Park, we will embark on a thrilling morning game drive. Keep your cameras ready as we search for the Big Five lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros alongside a variety of other wildlife species. Our experienced guide will provide commentary and help you spot animals in their natural habitat.
  • 12:00 PM We will pause for a delicious lunch at one of the park`s designated picnic areas. 
  • After lunch, we will continue our safari adventure, exploring different areas of the park. This afternoon drive offers a chance to see animals that may be more active during the cooler hours of the day. Your guide will share fascinating facts about the flora and fauna encountered along the way.
  • 04:00 PM Return to Hotel As the sun begins to set, we will conclude our full-day safari experience and head back to your hotel. 
  • Overnight in Kruger
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Box, Dinner
DAY 8: Sun - June 07, 2026 - Departure

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast at the Hotel
  • 09:00 AM After breakfast, check out of the hotel. We will be met by our representative who will assist you with your transfer to Skukuza Airport (SZK) for your flight to Johannesburg.
  • 01:35 PM Your flight will take off from Skukuza Airport (SZK).
  • 02:40 PM Arrival at Johannesburg Airport (JNB) to connect with your international flight. 
  • Meal: Breakfast

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Notes :
  • Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates.
  • All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Beverages during meals unless otherwise specified in the provided inclusion
  • Tips to drivers, porters, and guides
  • SOUTH AFRICA - A tourist visa is not required for stays up to 90 days however passengers are required to have at least two, entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages (i.e. one side of such a page not front and back thereof) in their passport, each time entry is sought into South Africa. This includes re-entry from eSwatini. Therefore, passengers continuing on to Zimbabwe and/or Botswana are required to have four blank visa pages. These pages are in addition to the endorsement/amendment pages at the back of the passport. South African government regulations prohibit airlines from boarding passengers without the required blank visa page

All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability at the time of booking. The from price reflects the lowest available price at time of publication, which is valid for a specific start date or dates and also based on availability at the time of booking.

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