EL GRAN SUR
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EL GRAN SUR

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US$2,239
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Description

Experience a South African journey that has it all. From the energy of Johannesburg and the thrill of a 4x4 safari in Kruger Park to the landscapes of Cape Town and the spectacular Garden Route. Explore charming towns, visit an ostrich farm, marvel at the Cango Caves, and enjoy the coastal beauty of Knysna. It all comes together with the chance to discover Soweto, the Cape of Good Hope, penguin colonies, and renowned South African wineries. Enjoy 12 days of nature, adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery in one of Africa's most fascinating destinations.

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Trip summary
2 Adults
Nights 11
This idea includes
Destinations 7
Accommodations 11

DAY 1 (SUNDAY) JOHANNESBURG

Arrival at Johannesburg’s O. R. Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) and transfer to the hotel with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide. The rest of the day is at leisure; meals are not included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

NOTE: ALL PASSENGERS TRAVELING FROM SOUTH AMERICA TO SOUTH AFRICA MUST PRESENT A YELLOW FEVER CERTIFICATE TO ENTER THE COUNTRY.

DAY 2 (MONDAY) JOHANNESBURG

Breakfast at the hotel and a free day to explore the city on your own. Meals are at your own expense.

Suggested optional activity: Scheduled half-day excursion to Johannesburg and Soweto (starting around 1:00 PM).

On this exciting tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the impressive historic buildings of Johannesburg's financial district, visit Nelson Mandela's House in Soweto, walk along the iconic Vilakazi Street, and admire Soccer City—the "Calabash"—the stadium that hosted the 2010 World Cup.

Note: Entrance fees to monuments or museums are NOT included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 3 (TUESDAY) JOHANNESBURG – MPUMALANGA – KRUGER PARK AREA

Breakfast at the hotel and departure (around 07:00) for Kruger Park with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide, traveling through Mpumalanga province and visiting sites of stunning beauty such as Bourke's Luck Potholes in Blyde River Canyon (visits subject to time and weather conditions). Lunch is NOT included. Afternoon arrival at the selected hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay at the selected hotel (half-board basis).

DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY) KRUGER PARK

Full-day safari, returning to the hotel in the afternoon. Lunch is NOT included.

NOTE: The hotel will provide breakfast boxes, as the estimated departure time for the photo safari is 05:30 AM. Lunch is not included; a stop will be made at one of the camps within the park where passengers have the option to eat at a restaurant or a cafeteria. Leaving the designated roads is not permitted within Kruger National Park. The safari lasts approximately 8 hours.

Included: Photo safari in an open 4x4 vehicle along Kruger Park roads with a Spanish-speaking guide. The guide will rotate between vehicles if there are more than 9 people.

Dinner and overnight stay at the selected hotel, on a half-board (DBB) basis.

DAY 5 (THURSDAY) KRUGER PARK AREA – PRETORIA – JOHANNESBURG – CAPE TOWN

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Johannesburg.

Optional: Direct flight from KMIA to CPT (recommended flight departing at 11:25 and arriving at 13:50) instead of driving back to JNB to fly to CPT. A surcharge applies for transfers in Mpumalanga.

NOTE: THE FLIGHT TIMES MENTIONED ABOVE ARE SUGGESTIONS ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Panoramic tour of Pretoria, including Church Square and the Union Buildings (the tour does not include entry to the monuments; they will be viewed en route). Transfer to O. R. Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) in Johannesburg to board a scheduled flight to Cape Town (flight NOT included).

The flight departure time from O. R. Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) must be 19:00 or later. If a flight departing from Lanseria Airport is booked, an additional transfer surcharge will apply.

Arrival, meet-and-greet, and transfer to the hotel with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide. Meals NOT included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 6 (FRIDAY) CAPE TOWN

Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure for optional activities. Meals NOT included.

Suggested Optional Activity: Full-day “Combo” excursion (starting around 07:00)

You will explore the Mother City, the famous “Bo-Kaap” neighborhood, and its museums, as well as visit one of South Africa’s oldest wineries, where you will enjoy a wine tasting. You will savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and return to your hotel in the afternoon. - Note: Includes entrance fees and lunch (excluding drinks).

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 7 (SATURDAY) CAPE TOWN

Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure for optional activities. Meals NOT included.

Suggested Optional Activity: Full-day Peninsula tour (starting around 07:00).

Embark on an exciting full-day tour of the Peninsula. We will take you to the iconic Cape of Good Hope, with stops at the fascinating Seal Island and a charming penguin colony. You will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel in the afternoon. An unforgettable experience awaits! - Note: Includes entrance fees and lunch (excluding drinks).

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 8 (SUNDAY) CAPE TOWN – OUDTSHOORN: GARDEN ROUTE.

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Oudtshoorn, traveling along the scenic Route 62 and passing through charming towns such as Robertson, Montagu, and Barrydale, accompanied by a Spanish-speaking driver-guide. Upon arrival in Oudtshoorn, you will visit an ostrich farm. Lunch at the farm is included. After lunch, transfer to the hotel and free time to rest. Dinner is NOT included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

Suggested Optional Activity: Night safari at Buffelsdrift

Using powerful spotlights, we will embark on a two-hour safari to look for the "nocturnal five"—caracal, genet, porcupine, aardvark, and aardwolf—as well as some of the large mammals inhabiting the reserve, such as buffalo, giraffes, zebras, eland, etc.

DAY 9 (MONDAY) OUDTSHOORN – KNYSNA: GARDEN ROUTE

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the famous Cango Caves, a spectacular underground limestone cavern system. They are the largest in Africa and among the longest in the world—stretching over 4 kilometers—and are considered one of the country's most important natural wonders.

Following the visit, we continue to the town of Knysna, a picturesque spot on South Africa's Indian Ocean coast, arriving at the Waterfront in time for lunch (not included).

The afternoon is at your leisure to explore this famous seaside town and enjoy its shops and waterfront promenade.

Suggested Optional Activity: Featherbed Cruise

You will have the opportunity to discover Knysna's natural beauty through the Featherbed Nature Reserve experience. This activity combines a lagoon cruise, a guided 2.2 km walk, a 4x4 transfer, and breathtaking panoramic views—a memorable Garden Route adventure suitable for all ages. Meals NOT included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 10 (TUESDAY) KNYSNA - CAPE TOWN

Breakfast at the hotel. Meals NOT included. Return to Cape Town.

Transfer to the hotel with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide. Meals NOT included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 11 (WEDNESDAY) CAPE TOWN

Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure for optional activities. Meals NOT included.

Accommodation at the selected hotel, including breakfast (BB).

DAY 12 (THURSDAY) TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out is at 10:00 AM. At the scheduled time, transfer with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to board your scheduled departure flight (flight NOT included) or to begin any of the available optional extensions: Durban, Victoria Falls, Botswana, etc.

Guide languages

Spanish
Day 1: Johannesburg
Day 2: Johannesburg
Day 3: Johannesburg, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park
Day 4: Kruger National Park
Day 5: Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town
Day 6: Cape Town
Day 7: Cape Town
Day 8: Cape Town
Day 9: Cape Town, Oudtshoorn
Day 10: Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Cape Town
Day 11: Cape Town
Day 12: Cape Town
  • Arrival and departure airport transfers in Johannesburg and Cape Town with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide.
  • Transportation by car, minibus, or bus (depending on the number of participants) with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide throughout the trip.
  • Visit to Bourke's Luck Potholes in Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga province (subject to time and weather conditions).
  • Entrance fees for Kruger Park.
  • Full-day photo safari in Kruger (approx. 8 hours) in an open 4x4 vehicle with a Spanish-speaking guide.
  • Panoramic tour of Pretoria, including the Union Buildings (exterior view only), with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide (for those returning to Johannesburg by road).
  • Accommodation and breakfast in Johannesburg, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, and Cape Town at the specified hotels.
  • Half-board (breakfast and dinner) in the Kruger Park area.
  • Lunch at the ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn.
  • Entrance fee and guided tour of the Cango Caves.
  • Telephone assistance in Spanish throughout the stay.
  • Detailed information pack in Spanish.
  • Medical assistance coverage for travelers up to age 70, with a limit of USD 40,000 per illness or accident (travelers aged 71–84 and 85+ are subject to a surcharge; please consult your travel advisor).
  • Domestic and/or international flights
  • Domestic or international airport taxes
  • Porterage at hotels or airports
  • Tips and personal expenses, such as drinks with meals, etc.
  • Any service not specified
  • Optional excursions
  • Visas (if applicable)
  • Hotel surcharges for early check-in or late check-out
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