10-day South Africa itinerary: Safaris, cities & beaches

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10-day South Africa itinerary: Safaris, cities & beaches

Travelling to South Africa is an opportunity that is exciting since you only have ten days to venture into the great diversity it has to offer. This is a South Africa tour which is a well thought out program that will take you through all the best experiences that this country has to offer it be adrenaline fueled wildlife adventure or the hustle and bustle of the city life and the beautiful coastline. This guide will provide you with a means of navigating you through this beautiful country, be it a freshman or an experienced traveller. To have a hassle free and tension free holiday you are supposed to Booking South Africa Holiday Packages with trusted travel agent, like Go kite travel. They can customize an experience that precisely fits your interests and budget and they make the most of every moment.

Here are the 10-day South Africa itinerary

Days 1-3: Safari Adventure in Greater Kruger National Park

You start in Johannesburg. Upon arrival at the O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) you will be transferred or make a short flight to a private game reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park region. Your safari fantasies are realised here. The first two days are packed with early mornings and late afternoons game drives, the most ideal time of watching animals. You will be out with an experienced ranger and tracker to hunt the well known five big five animals lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo among a host of other wildlife, giraffes, zebras and hippos. Nothing is like the thrill of watching a pride of lions at a watering hole, or a leopard in a tree. During the night you can rest with the expansive African sky and listen to the bushveld around the camp fire. It is an obligatory aspect of 10 days South Africa itinerary.

Day 4: The Great Transfer

Today is a travel day. Your farewell of the bush will be with one final morning game drive and breakfast. Your flight to Cape Town is going to be diverted to a close-by airport. The plane takes approximately two hours, and it is a scenic flight of the various scenery in the nation. Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) you will be picked up and taken to your hotel, either in town center or in the Atlantic Seaboard. Spend the remainder of the day in relaxing in the colourful, cosmopolitan atmosphere of one of the best-furnished cities in the world.

Days 5-7: Exploring the Mother City

These days are dedicated to exploring Cape Town, a highlight of any 10-day South Africa itinerary.

  • Day 5: Iconic Landmarks. Begin your day with table mountain visit. Ride the rotating cable car on the top to get the best views of the city, the coastline and Robben Island. Then visit the busy V&A Waterfront, a bustling shopping, restaurant and entertainment area. During the afternoon, visit Robben Island by ferry to discover the deep history of the island as a political prison.
  • Day 6: City and Culture. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Explore the colorful streets of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, which is full of colorfully painted houses and a very specific heritage. Pay a visit to the District Six Museum to learn how apartheid and forced removals have affected the local people. Next time, make a visit to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, a splendid area at the base of Table Mountain.
  • Day 7: Winelands Excursion. Although technically a different region, the Winelands are a simple day trip that is worthwhile to visit in Cape Town. Explore the beautiful towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, the world-renowned vineyards. You are able to have wine and cheese tasting and get to visit the beautiful Cape Dutch architecture.

Days 8-9: Coastal Drives and Penguin Encounters

The last leg of your 10-day South Africa itinerary takes you on a spectacular coastal drive.

  • Day 8: Peninsula Tour. Take the Chapman Peak drive that is the most popular scenic road, cut through the mountain side and the plunge towards the sea. You are heading to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape point where you can ride a funicular to the lighthouse to have amazing views of the dramatic coastline.
  • Day 9: Beach Time. There is no tour of Cape Town that is complete without visiting the beaches. Begin with a visit to the Boulders Beach to visit the cute colony of African penguins. Spend the afternoon on the pure white sands of Camps Bay or Clifton and bask in the sun and the amazing scenes of the Twelve Apostles mountain range. These are the beaches to have a relaxing ending to your amazing visit.

Day 10: Farewell South Africa

Enjoy your final South African meal and some last minute shopping on last minute souvenirs at the V&A waterfront or at a local market. You will be taxi-ed to the Cape Town International Airport to take off, depending on your flight time and you will take off with a camera full of memories and a heart full of adventure. This 10 days South Africa tour will be an all inclusive and unforgettable experience.

Conclusion:

It is a journey that puts together the best of the varied South Africa. The wilderness of the safari to the sophistication of the urban Cape Town and the relaxing beauty of the beaches, the safari literally has it all as a holiday. And when this is what you want to get away to then you do not have to go far, just to Booking South Africa Holiday Packages with Go kite travel. They will do all the arrangements (flights, transfers and accommodation) and you can focus on creating some memories that will never leave you.

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