Garden Route Reverse Tour: Explore South Africa for 7 Nights with AFC Holidays
 
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SOUTH AFRICA

Johannesburg - Knysna - Cape Town , South Africa

7 Nights 8 Days

Starting from AED 7699 AED

Overview

Travel with us through the Garden Route of South Africa, bringing you the best of wildlife and nature experiences in just 8 Days and 7 Nights. This holiday package explores Johannesburg, Knysna, and Cape Town. This exploration tops the list for all nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The views from Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean and the Game Drive at Pilanesberg National Park to see Africa's Big Five.

Included in price:

Airport Transfers and Internal Transfers

Daily Breakfast

Return Economy Flight via Qatar Airways

Internal flight

4* Hotel Accommodation

Sightseeings as per itinerary

Travel/ Covid-19 Insurance

Itinerary & Road Map

Breakfast Included

Welcome to Johannesburg! Get acquainted with your fellow travelers , greet your local guide and check in at your hotel in Pretoria. Take a rest and refresh yourself before regrouping to see the city of gold, you will explore the city’s highlights like the renowned Apartheid Museum to explore South Africa’s apartheid history. Another place of interest is Soweto, a vibrant town where tourists often come to see Nelson Mandela’s former house. Make sure not to miss Johannesburg City Hall and Market Theatre at the heart of the city. Ending the day at the Gold Reef City, a theme park and entertainment centre that explores Johannesburg’s gold mining history. After exploration, drive back to the hotel. Overnight in Pretoria.

Apartheid Museum

Soweto

Gold Reef City

Breakfast Included

Greet your first morning in Pretoria with a nice and lovely breakfast served at the hotel. Today, you will have the day at leisure to explore the city on your own or come join the Optional Tour to Pilanesberg National Park. This park is where you will meet South Africa’s Big Five– The Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, and Hippos. Look forward to it later in the day during the game drive. Furthermore, Pilanesberg park is home to unique local wildlife like Wild Dogs, Sable Antelopes, Tsessebes, and a colossal variety of birds sprawled within rich varied flora. In the evening, You will be driven back to the hotel. Overnight in Pretoria.

Pilanesberg National Park

Pilanesberg National Park

Pilanesberg National Park

Breakfast Included

Breakfast will be served at the hotel for your last morning in Pretoria before checking out of the hotel for your transfer to Johannesburg airport to catch your flight to George Airport. Upon arrival, check into the hotel to rest and refresh yourselves. Later on, the group will proceed for a Sunset Cruise on the Knysna Lagoon. During the sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon, you will be able to enjoy a serene and calming atmosphere as you smoothly sail on the placid waters. A knowledgeable captain will accompany you on the boat and share fascinating facts about the local history, culture, and natural surroundings. Additionally, you may be offered light refreshments or snacks as you savour the breathtaking views. Overnight in Knysna

Knysna Lagoon Sunset

Knysna Lagoon

Knysna Lagoon

Breakfast Included

Say hello to Knysna with a delicious breakfast buffet served fresh and hot at the hotel to get you ready for the city. Today, you are going to meet some more charmingly giant flightless birds at the Oudtshoorn Ostrich Farms where you will finally peek into how they are bred and raised. From here, you will go to the Cango Caves at the Cango Valley to see the extensive tunnels and chambers spanning around 4 kilometres with pre-historic illustrations etched on the walls, you will also meet Cheetahs, Lemurs, and Crocodiles at the Cango Wildlife Sanctuary. Later, you will be transferred back to the hotel in Knysna where you will spend the night.

Oudshoorn Ostrich Farms

Cango Wildlife Sanctuary

Cango Caves

Breakfast Included

Start your day with a hearty breakfast served warm to fill your tummy at the hotel and prepare to head out to explore Knysna once more. Today’s plans involve an exploration of Nature’s Valley-- this is a holiday resort and village highlighting the Salt River and a view of the Tsitsikamma Mountains. You will have the whole day at your disposal to kick back and relax or partake in a bunch of adventurous activities like Bunjee Jumping, Skydiving, or Shark Cage Diving. Of course, given the extreme nature of these activities, we will just leave it to you to pick and choose what you would like to do on your account. If these are not of interest to you, you can always just take a small hike on the Otter Trail, or lounge by the beach. It is simply a day where you can relax and do as you please in a scenic spot before going back to the hotel. Overnight in Knysna.

Nature's Valley

Nature's Valley

Nature's Valley

Breakfast Included

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel on your last morning in Knysna, you will check out and embark on a scenic drive to Cape Town via Mossel Bay. The drive will be anything but ordinary, as you will be surrounded by stunning views that showcase why South Africa is known as "The Garden Route". Along the way, you will also make stops at notable attractions such as the Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex, the Cape St Blaize Lighthouse, and the Post Office Tree, a milkwood tree that once served as a post office for Portuguese explorers. This will surely make for an interesting day before arriving in Cape Town, where you will check into your hotel and have the option to relax or explore the city at your leisure. Overnight in Cape Town.

Mossel Bay

Cape St Blaize Lighthouse

Mossel Bay

Breakfast Included

Start your day with a hearty breakfast served warm to fill your tummy at the hotel and prepare to head out to explore Cape Town. Start your day off with a city tour-- Cape Town offers so much more to explore, from charming restaurants to unique Afro-chic hangout spots. Some of the most popular spots in the city include Bo-Kaap, located just at the foot of the most iconic landmark of South Africa, Table Mountain. To get the most spectacular view of Cape Town , you will get on a cable car ride at Table Mountain and from the top be able to enjoy a hiking trail or the scenic landscape . Next up is an exciting tour of the Cape Peninsula. The trip will take you on a drive through the Atlantic Sea, brushing past cosy local villages, fishing harbours, and scenic mountains contrasted by azure waters. You’ll visit Chapman’s Peak (if accessible), which is a mountain road that cuts through Hout Bay, the perfect place to spot African Seals. Another highlight of the day is Boulder’s beach, home to the African Penguin Colony. Before you end the day, you will also head to Cape Point to board a funicular tram ride at The Flying Dutchman Funicular which takes you to the top of the hill, offering views of the ocean and mountains. Overnight in Cape Town.

Table Mountain Cable Car

Boulder's Beach

Cape of Good Hope

Breakfast Included

On your final morning in South Africa, enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel before checking out and catching your flight back to the UAE. We hope you’ve had an enjoyable holiday with plenty of souvenirs to bring back with you to the UAE.

Cape Town

Johannesburg

Knysna

Departures

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Optional Tours

Pilanesberg National Park with Lunch

  • Adult AED 399
  • Single AED 399
  • Child(6-11yrs) AED 299
  • Child(2-5yrs) AED 299
  • Infant 99

Nature’s Valley

  • Adult AED 399
  • Single AED 399
  • Child(6-11yrs) AED 299
  • Child(2-5yrs) AED 299
  • Infant 99

Tour Video

*Itineraries may vary with season and availability. These videos do not represent an accurate depiction of the places to visit or the order of visiting the countries, it merely gives a rough idea of the countries / cities / and experiences that may be part of the tour, included or as an optional excursion.

Travel Tips

  •  Important Documents i.e. Valid Passport, Electronic Airtickets
  •  Phone Chargers and Powerbanks
  •  Substantial USD in Cash
  •  Universal Powerplug Adapters
  •  Comfortable Walking Shoes
  •  Extra Camera Battery and Memory Card
  •  Sun Cream and Insect Repellants
  •  Basic OTC Medicines and Personal Prescriptions
  •  GPS System / Map Accessible Offline