Best of South Africa – 12 Days

CAPE TOWN – GARDEN ROUTE – OUDTSHOORN – PLETTENBERG BAY –  GEORGE – KNYSNA – KRUGER N. PARK – JOHANNESBURG [BY ROAD and AIR] 12 DAYS

South Africa is a magnificent country blessed with extraordinary natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage. As one of the most diverse and enchanting countries in the world, with exotic combinations of landscapes, people, history and culture, South Africa offers larger-than-life experience for travelers in search of a truly unique and inspiring experience.

Day 1:: Arrival Cape Town //..

Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and meet a Jacko Africa Safaris representative who will transfer you to your hotel situated at the Waterfront. The rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner ad overnight: Portswood Hotel or similar. Meal Plan {D, B&B}.

Day 2 – 3:: Explore Cape Town //..

There is plenty to see and do in Cape Town. At the Clock Tower Precinct there is an excellent tourist information desk, we suggest you go there and have a look as to what is available for tourist in our City. Our driver guide assigned to you will be at full disposal t take you round at the going rate.   Take the cable car up Table Mountain for a breathtaking view of the Cape or a cruise from the Waterfront, there are many different cruising options to choose from. Shop up a storm at the V&A Waterfront, and take a break at one of the many restaurants. Do not limit yourself to staying only in the city, but explore the peninsula. Accommodation: Portswood Hotel or similar. Meal Plan {B&B}.

Day 4:: Cape Town – Franschhoek //..

Leave the City behind and head to the vineyards town of Franschhoek along the N1. The Boutique Hotel is situated in the heart of Franschhoek. The drive will take approximately 1 hour. Overnight: The Franschhoek or similar. Meal Plan {B&B}.

Day 5 – 6:: Explore Franschhoek //..

The days are at leisure to explore the area and the numerous wine farms. Overnight: The Franschhoek or similar. Meal Plan {B&B}.

Day 7:: Franschhoek – Oudtshoorn //..

Drive along the N1 to Route 62, which takes you through the local country area with its quaint small towns. Notice the changing terrain as you enter the semi-desert region of the Little Karoo. Oudtshoorn is best known as the ‘feather capital of South Africa’. This is approximately a 5-hour drive. Overnight: Adley House or similar. Meal Plan {B&B}.

Day 8 :: Oudtshoorn – Plettenberg Bay //..

Spend the morning doing some optional sightseeing of the town, such as the Cango  Caves, Ostrich Show Farm and the Cango Wildlife Ranch. Head over the Outeniqua Mountain Pass into George and continue along the N2 to Plettenberg Bay. It is a 1hour- 30 minutes drive. Overnight: Periwinkle Guest House or similar. Meal Plan {B&B}.

Day 9 :: Explore Plettenberg Bay //..

Spend the day visiting the town and surrounding areas such as Knysna with its markets, waterfront, Knysna Heads, Featherbeds Nature Reserve and the forests surrounding the area. Overnight: Periwinkle Guest House or similar. Meal Plan {B&B}.

Day 10:: Plettenberg Bay – George – Johannesburg – Kruger National Park //..

After breakfast, depart for George Airport for flight to Johannesburg. Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport and connect onto flight to Nelspruit. Arrive at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport and transfer to the lodge, situated on a private concession in the Greater Kruger National Park. Lunch and late afternoon game drive. Enjoy sundowners overlooking the National Park. Return to your lodge for dinner. Overnight: Jock Safari Lodge or similar. Meal Plan {B,L,D}.

Day 11:: Explore  Kruger National Park //..

Awake early in the morning for a cup of coffee before setting out on the game drive. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation or you can do an optional nature walk. After lunch have a siesta until the start of afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight: Jock Safari Lodge or similar. Meal Plan {B,L,D}.

Day 12:: Kruger National Park – Johannesburg – Home //..

After a morning game drive and breakfast, transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport and take a flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, connect onto your home -bound flight. Meal Plan {B}. End of Safari.