Day Trips in South Africa

Let us collect you from your accommodation at 9am and take you on a private tour to remember! Enjoy a cultural day visiting townships around Cape Town as well as the District Six museum. An authentic lunch is to be enjoyed in the heart of the township. A cultural and educational day not to be missed!  You will be dropped off at your hotel between 1 and 2pm

Learn about the lives of South Africa's wild cats on a 1-hour guided 'experience' tour of Tenikwa Wildife Centre, along the country's Garden Route. Enter the habitats of various cats such as cheetah and caracal and get up close with lions and leopards while your guide provides details on each species and their roles in the environment. You'll also have an opportunity to see meerkats, marabou storks and visit a penguin splash pool. This walking tour is ideal for families or anyone wanting to learn more about these carnivorous creatures.

Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.

Combine a game drive, a craft beer tasting, and a wine tasting in a single tour from Cape Town. Planning this multi-stop excursion independently may seem daunting, but this tour arranges all the details in advance. Enjoy the scenery while a driver navigates up the West Coast to Buffelsfontein, where you'll embark on a guided game drive. Visit both the Darling Breweries and the Groote Post Wine Estate to taste local wines and beers without worrying about a sober ride back to Cape Town.

Combine two top-selling tours for a discounted price with this Cape Town Super Saver. See both scenic Cape Point, along one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the country; and charming Stellenbosch, the historic home of South Africa's winemaking world. Cover the highlights of the Western Cape in one day, including a wine tasting session, for an ideal introduction to Cape Town culture.

A visit to Soweto is an essential part of any Johannesburg experience. This memorable tour delves deep into South Africa's Apartheid roots and grants travelers an insider's look at the history, culture and people in this iconic destination. Journey 15 km outside the center of the city into Deepkloof Extension, where you'll see the Soweto Towers, Kliptown Charter, Matchbox, Elephant Houses and shanty towns. Your expert guide will show you the street where Nelson Mandela and Hector Pieterson lived and you'll learn about the 1976 uprising that helped pave the way for freedom. 

Learn about Africa's endangered species on an informative full-day tour from Hazyview, close to Krugar National Park. Start with a visit to the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, where experts will introduce you to some of the resident wildlife including former circus lions and numerous birds of prey. Witness the centre's ongoing rehabilitation efforts, such as treatments used in the recovery of poisoned animals. Next visit the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, which specializes in the conservation of rare and vulnerable wildlife"”with a special focus on cheetahs.

Swap Cape Town for a day exploring the beautiful scenery of the West Coast. You won't have to worry about bringing a bike with you as bike hire is included, as well as roundtrip transportation from Cape Town. By going on a guided cycle tour, you'll discover hidden rural sites that you wouldn't discover alone. A highlight of the tour is meeting San (Bushmen) and learning about their culture at the Khwa Ttu San Centre. A delicious lunch is also included.

Visit Sun City Johannesburg with entrance fees and round-trip transportation included on this convenient day tour. Skip the hassle of renting a car and simply enjoy the scenery on the way to Sun City. Admission gets you access to all of the amenities, including Water World, the Valley of the Waves, the Maze of the Lost City, and the Animal World and Bird Sanctuary.

Spend a day living like a Zulu king during this Shakaland guided tour from Durban. Travel with a local guide through the scenic landscapes of South Africa and learn about one of the most famous leaders, politicians and strategists the Zulu nation has known. You'll see tribal dancing and witness spear making and beer drinking ceremonies, plus take part in a delicious buffet lunch. Convenient round-trip hotel transport ensures comfort and ease!

See dozens of rescued chimpanzees at the Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, followed by a trip to Lowveld Botanical Gardens. Depart from Hazyview"”outside of Kruger National Park"”on this full-day tour that begins with a visit to 'Chimp Eden,' Meet individual chimps, experience feeding time and watch these playful primates interact in a forested sanctuary. Following lunch (own expense) spend time exploring Nelspruit's Lowveld Botanical Gardens, home to one of the largest collections of South African trees and hundreds of various birds that flock here for the natural vegetation.

Visit the Heart of Cape Town Museum, which honours all those who played a major role in the human heart transplant, and explore Groot Constantia wine farm where you indulge in a chocolate and wine pairing. Return to Cape Town via the scenic coastal route.

A full-day driving tour of the Cape Peninsula offers an ideal overview of the area for first time visitors hoping to squeeze the best of must-see natural and cultural attractions into a single day. Join your guide for a narrated tour in the comfort of a private vehicle that takes you to key attractions including Bo-Kaap and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

Escape the city for a day exploring St Lucia Wetlands Park (iSimangaliso Wetland Park), a vast natural wetland that's also South Africa's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Depart Durban for a 2-hour boat ride through the park's estuary, keeping an eye out for resident crocs and hundreds of hippos as you float along. This massive estuary is also a bird-lover's paradise, with flamingos, kingfishers, eagles and more.

Experience an unusual safari on the urban streets of Cape Town during this full-day tour. Hop in to a rustic van covered with eye-catching art, which will ferry you around the city to see some of the off-the-beaten-path landmarks and hidden gems known only to the locals. With a savvy guide in the lead, learn much more about the true spirit of Cape Town than you would exploring the typical tourist hot spots on your own. You'll also visit local wineries and craft beer breweries to taste some of the city's best products.

See the best of Cape Town including a trip to the top of Table Mountain and a minibus tour of the city's highlights during this half-day tour. Survey the city from Table Mountain, ride the cable car back down (own expense), and then see Cape Town's main sights from your minibus. See places such as the Diamond Works and the Malay Quarter on Signal Hill.

Combine two of South Africa's top activities, whale-watching and wine-tasting, in a single 9-hour tour from Cape Town. Travel to Hermanus to see right whales off the coast or upgrade your tour with an optional whale-watching cruise. Taste local wines in the Hemel en Aarde Valley, then visit Sir Lowry's Pass and Elgin. Tastings and round-trip transportation from your accommodations in Cape Town are included.

Explore the scenic beauty of the Cape Peninsula with a driving tour of Cape Point from Cape Town. See where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet off the South African coast. Admire the rugged Twelve Apostles mountains. Travel along Chapman's Peak, one of the world's most beautiful drives. Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and a penguin colony at Boulder's Beach (optional).