South Africa, often called “A World in One Country,” is a powerhouse of diversity the 7 Days Best of South Africa tour  is not even enough for that. It seamlessly blends rugged wilderness with cosmopolitan flair, offering everything from the haunting history of the Apartheid era to the lush, rolling vineyards of the Cape town. It is one of the world’s top safari destinations for spotting the Big 5 wild animal safari.You can hike, surf, kayak, fish, whale watch, horseback ride, dive with sharks and crocodiles and stargaze under some of the planet’s darkest skies.
In this 7 Days travel to South Africa Itinerary we make you  sure  to watch whales, Penguins, etc from the shoreline at Hermanus. Take a walk on the wild side in the Kruger National Park, where lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalos roam free, and leap into the unknown as you take in the views from the top of Table Mountain in Cape town.  Explore the origins of humanity at The Cradle of Humankind, a world-class Apartheid Museum  in Johannesburg. We can also tailor made your stay to the  best 1 day or couple of day tours in Johannesburg, Capetown, Durban or other towns in southern africa.

Top Attractions Overview

  • Table Mountain: An iconic flat-topped peak overlooking Cape Town.
  • Kruger National Park: A world-renowned safari destination for spotting the “Big Five.”
  • Cape Winelands: Elegant estates in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek producing world-class wines.
  • Cape Point & Boulders Beach: The dramatic tip of the peninsula and a famous African Penguin colony.
  • Robben Island: The historic site where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned.
  • The Panorama Route: Home to the massive Blyde River Canyon and stunning waterfalls.
  • Trekking on  Drakensberge (Dragon Mountain)  mountain range for more adventures and landscapes.

The regions Gauteng and  western cape are best known for tourism activities compared with the 9 regions in whichthe country is divded. In Gauteng Pretoria is the administrative capital of the country and Johannesburg is the seat the provincial government, also the economic heart of Africa and the most common entry point into Southern Africa.

Cape Town, in Western Cape region ,is  the mother city, the legislative capital and seat of Parliament, with famous landmarks as Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope. Its popular landmarks include the winelands near Stellenbosch, the Whale Coast along the Overberg, Agulhas where the Atlantic and Indian Ocean meet, and the Cape Floral Region. See  Itinerary of best day tours in Johannesburg Capetown Durban in Afro Tour.

Durban,in KwaZulu-Natal region, is the largest city in the province and third largest in South Africa and popular coastal holiday destination for the people. The Drakensberg mountain range, if you like hiking and also the Tugela Falls, the world’s second highest waterfall is not far for a day tour around Durban.

Get around

Arrival to south africa from abroad is mainly with South African Airways , Ethiopian air lines (the two most dominating operators in Africa) or other international flights mostly arrive to Johannesburg(Joberg). After your arrival the south africain airlines  or other private airlines offer domestic flights to  Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, as well as to some smaller cities in the country.

You need to land first in capetown for our 7 Days Best of South Africa tour. Otherwise you need extra days if you land first in Johannesberg  as most airlines arrive there first. The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is the nation wide rail operator.  Fortunatelly  as you can see in the image the PRASA train lines covers your main destinations such as Cape Town, Johannesburg  and Durban.

Should you be entering overland from one of the other countries in Southern Africa you might want to do so by car. See the South African Border Information Service as a central portal for a full list of entry ports  and car rental campanies from neighbouring countries (Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Eswatini, and Lesotho).

Contact Afro Tour car share link as you might need travel mates to join and share your car rental costs in southern africa.  We recommend you also use our car share portal in your trip inside South Africa since Hail taxis are generally not available in South Africa. You Still need ride share options for the available Uber,Bolt, or  meter taxi options which are private and expensive.The car rental agencies maintain branches around South Africa including smaller towns and game reserves, national parks and airport terminals.

 

7 Days “Best of South Africa” Itinerary

This route focuses on the two major hubs: the cultural beauty of Cape Town and the wild adventure of the Greater Kruger Area.
Day Location Highlights & Activities
1 Cape Town Arrival & Table Mountain cable car; sunset at the V&A Waterfront.
2 Cape Peninsula Drive Chapman’s Peak; Cape of Good Hope; Boulders Beach penguins.
3 Cape Winelands Wine tasting in Stellenbosch; scenic drive through Franschhoek valley.
4 Joburg / Kruger Morning flight to Jo’burg or Skukuza; first Sunset Game Drive.
5 Kruger Park Full-day 4×4 Safari; searching for lions, leopards, and elephants.
6 Panorama Route Visit Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, and Three Rondavels.
7 Departure Morning bush walk or final game drive; flight back to Johannesburg for departure.

Activities to do in  7 days travel to South Africa

  1. Hiking in Cape town  on Table mountain: The difficult 2.5km (1.5 miles) India Venster Trail follows the route beneath the aerial cable car, up the mountain’s frontal face.As Analternative you can also just take the cable car, a quick five-minute ride to the top of the mountain.
  2. Trekking around Drakensberg mountain KwaZulu-Natal province  : Enjoy a one or two-day hike to the Amphitheater and explore UKhahlamba Drakensberg Park and the Royal Natal National Park, home to Tugela Falls, the second-highest waterfall in the world.
  3. Camping,wild life watching,hunting at the Kruger National Park
  4. Surfing, kayak , Drive to and enjoy the waves at Atlantic and Indian Oceans converging point Cape of Good Hope. Count how many of  37 species of whales and dolphins, penguin colony  you watch!

Afro South Africa Tour and partners are happy to advise you how many days are enough in South africa safari to watch the whole big 5 wild animals, how many days camping or trekking in the 7-Day “Best of South Africa” Itinerary. We can also custome your trip as a 1 day tour in south Africa, 2 weeks travel in South Africa etc.Just whatsapp Us.

The South AfricaTour includes

Afro South Africa Tour includes  following

  • Tour guide  and driver costs if you choose the option GUIDE
  • 24 Hour available customer support
Services excluded
  • International air/flight tickets, no baot trip costs.
  • Meals and Alcohol beverages,
  • Tourist Insurance,
  • Tips and items of personal nature like laundry, souvenirs, etc
  • All expense that are not mentioned in the included part

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