Cape Town & Safari with 5 Star Hotels
Safari in style
Explore South Africa luxuriously! Begin in the magical city of Cape Town, rich with picturesque beaches, vibrant culture, and a world-renowned culinary scene. Then, take a quick flight and find yourself in the heart of the African savannas! Cozy up in a 5 Star luxury tent and embark on 4 unforgettable safari drives. Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, and other members of the Big Five!
What's Included
- Round-trip, economy-class airfare into Cape Town (CPT), out of Johannesburg (JNB)
- Arrival transfer from CPT to hotel in Cape Town
- 4 nights in Cape Town at The Table Bay Hotel or similar
- Transfer from Cape Town hotel to CPT
- One-way, economy-class flight from CPT to JNB
- Transfer from JNB to safari lodge (approx. 2 hours)
- 2 nights in Waterberg at the Safari Plains Tented Camp Mabula (Lodge) or similar
- Morning and afternoon game drives daily (4 total)
- Lunch and dinner during stay at Safari Plains Tented Camp Mabula
- Departure transfer from safari lodge to JNB
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Meander through Greenmarket Square in Cape Town. Shop for handmade souvenirs and watch spirited street performers!
- Hike, or take a cable car, up UNESCO-recognized Table Mountain.
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With all airport transfers included, this vacation is 100% stress-free.
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Wake up to stunning sunrises and peaceful sounds of the wild.
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Aside from the famous Big Five, be on the lookout for zebras, wildebeests, hippos, cheetahs, and other native wildlife.
Have you always dreamed of going on safari? This once in a lifetime vacation will make your wildest dreams come true. From the sunny city of Cape Town to the vast savannas north of Johannesburg, get ready for a whirlwind of beauty, wildlife, cuisine, and culture. Spend 4 nights in beloved Cape Town, then venture into the bush for 2 nights in a luxurious 5-star safari lodge. Ready, set, adventure!
Soak up the spirit of Cape Town! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your beautiful hotel. Explore bright streets of Victorian-influenced architecture lined with award-winning restaurants and cool cafes. Weave through local markets, feel your eyes widen at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, take photos in Bo-Kaap, and sunbathe the day away on Camps Bay. Interested in South Africa's rich, yet complicated history? Cape Town is studded with fascinating museums and exhibits. Feeling adventurous? Hike up Lions Head and Table Mountain for breathtaking views!
Next stop: the African bush! After a quick flight, you'll arrive in Johannesburg (JNB). Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of wildlife-laden savannas. Enjoy 4 unbelievable game drives, on which you may spot lions, rhinos, elephants, cheetahs, and more! Take stunning photos and create memories that'll last a lifetime.Â
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- Cape Peninsula Tour (full-day)
- Winelands Tour (full-day)
- Round-trip, economy-class airfare into Cape Town (CPT), out of Johannesburg (JNB)
- Arrival transfer from CPT to hotel in Cape Town
- 4 nights in Cape Town at The Table Bay Hotel or similar
- Transfer from Cape Town hotel to CPT
- One-way, economy-class flight from CPT to JNB
- Transfer from JNB to safari lodge (approx. 2 hours)
- 2 nights in Waterberg at the Safari Plains Tented Camp Mabula (Lodge) or similar
- Morning and afternoon game drives daily (4 total)
- Lunch and dinner during stay at Safari Plains Tented Camp Mabula
- Departure transfer from safari lodge to JNB
- Breakfast daily
-
Meander through Greenmarket Square in Cape Town. Shop for handmade souvenirs and watch spirited street performers!
- Hike, or take a cable car, up UNESCO-recognized Table Mountain.
-
With all airport transfers included, this vacation is 100% stress-free.
-
Wake up to stunning sunrises and peaceful sounds of the wild.
-
Aside from the famous Big Five, be on the lookout for zebras, wildebeests, hippos, cheetahs, and other native wildlife.
Have you always dreamed of going on safari? This once in a lifetime vacation will make your wildest dreams come true. From the sunny city of Cape Town to the vast savannas north of Johannesburg, get ready for a whirlwind of beauty, wildlife, cuisine, and culture. Spend 4 nights in beloved Cape Town, then venture into the bush for 2 nights in a luxurious 5-star safari lodge. Ready, set, adventure!
Soak up the spirit of Cape Town! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your beautiful hotel. Explore bright streets of Victorian-influenced architecture lined with award-winning restaurants and cool cafes. Weave through local markets, feel your eyes widen at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, take photos in Bo-Kaap, and sunbathe the day away on Camps Bay. Interested in South Africa's rich, yet complicated history? Cape Town is studded with fascinating museums and exhibits. Feeling adventurous? Hike up Lions Head and Table Mountain for breathtaking views!
Next stop: the African bush! After a quick flight, you'll arrive in Johannesburg (JNB). Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of wildlife-laden savannas. Enjoy 4 unbelievable game drives, on which you may spot lions, rhinos, elephants, cheetahs, and more! Take stunning photos and create memories that'll last a lifetime.Â
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- Cape Peninsula Tour (full-day)
- Winelands Tour (full-day)
Day 1. Welcome to Cape Town!
As your plane floats down to land, peek out at the majestic mountains and deep blue waters that await you below! Upon arrival in Cape Town International Airport (CPT), you will be transferred to your luxurious hotel.
Unpack, then spend your first afternoon frolicking around the vibrant V&A Waterfront. Treat yourself to some delicious seafood at any of the Waterfront's seaside restaurants, browse through local craft shops, and listen to the lively beats of street drummers. To finish off an amazing first day, take an unforgettable sunset ride on the giant Cape Wheel that sits at the center of the Waterfront - talk about incredible views!
Transfer to Cape Town hotel
Check-in - The Table Bay Hotel
Walk up the steps to a palace-like hotel you'll be spending your nights at Cape Town in. The Table Bay Hotel looks out over the world-famous Table Bay on one side and magnificent Table Mountain on the other. Table Bay stands as a beacon of opulence and elegance, resting on the edge of the city and the coast. Stunning architecture, innovative style, and a dedication to the beauty of it's surroundings lead the hotel into its spectacular standing. Complimented with international service, decadent cuisine, and the height of luxury, the Table Bay Hotel is the place to stay while in Cape Town.
All rooms come with a beautiful view, either of Robben Island across Table Bay, or the stoic Table Mountain standing tall above the cityscape. Opened by President Nelson Mandela himself, the Table Bay Hotel boasts top quality luxuries and amenities such as suites, marble decor, safes, 24 hour in-room dining, and air conditioning. Turn down service, wake up service, bathrobes, slippers, private and separate bathrooms complete with complimentary cosmetics and toiletries bring elegance to the room and your stay.
The gracious and relaxed atmosphere mingles with the cosmopolitan vibe and brings this 5-star hotel straight to the top of the best places to stay while visiting South Africa.
Day 2. Cape Town
Wake up to blue skies, mountain views, and sea air! After an energizing breakfast, consider a visit to nearby Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, where you'll suddenly feel tiny in the shadow of towering trees and soaring mountains. Take tons of priceless photos as you walk through vast greenery and become surrounded by rare, brightly-colored flora and fauna. Put on your bravest face and walk across the amazing tree canopy walkway!
If time allows, frolic through the colorful streets of Bo-Kaap! This former township, nestled on the slopes of Signal Hill, is a quaint neighborhood filled with proud residents and rich history. Take tons of eye-catching photos in-front of the vivid brightly-colored homes!
In the afternoon, grab your camera and fill your backpack with water-bottles and snacks - it's time to hike Lion's Head! On this easy-intermediate hike, experience some of the most amazing views Cape Town has to offer. Gaze out at the horizon and watch the blue ocean meet the shore beneath Table Mountain. Feel immersed in lush vegetation, say hello to some friendly wildlife, and feast your eyes on a once-in-a-lifetime sunset.
Day 3. Cape Town
Spend your morning walking along the trendy restaurant-lined streets near Camp's Bay Beach. Grab a bite at a cute seaside cafe, then take a stroll on the sand. Look right and see bright blue ocean, then look left and see a majestic backdrop of Table Mountain.Â
Today, you may want to explore Cape Town's extraordinary outskirts. Take a cab or ride-share car through beautiful Hout Bay, then make your way to picturesque Simon's Town. Be sure to stop at Boulder's Beach and take tons of photos with some friendly locals - penguins, of course! Boulder's Beach is home to a large colony of African Penguins, and they're there all year-round. Watch them bask in the sun and swim in the cool waters in front of you!
Want to see more of the Cape's spectacular scenery? Choose the upgraded version of this package, which includes a tour of Cape Point, as well as a tour of South Africa's world-renowned Winelands.Â
Day 4. Cape Town
Soak up the spirit of Cape Town! Spend your last day revisiting your favorite spots, or discovering new ones. If you're interested in learning about South Africa's complicated history, visit the District Six Museum and/or the Iziko South African Museum! For a truly fascinating experience, consider a quick ferry ride to Robben Island. Today, Robben Island serves as a museum open to the public, but just years ago, it served as the prison that held Nelson Mandela! See his prison cell, converse with ex-political-prisoners, and learn all about this dark time in recent history. While it may sound grim, there is a bright side! The Robben Island ferry ride offers postcard-worthy views of Table Mountain and Cape Town, and you may even see a penguin or shark in the water along your journey.Â
Day 5. Cape Town - Safari Lodge
Say "see ya" to the seaside city of Cape Town. Today, you will be transferred to the airport (CPT) for your flight to Johannesburg! Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your 5 star safari lodge - your home in the wild for the next 2 nights!Â
Settle in and enjoy the luxurious amenities offered at your tented safari camp. Take in the picture-perfect beauty of the African Plains that surround you!Â
In the late afternoon, you will embark on your very first safari drive!
Transfer to Cape Town airport (CPT)
Fly to Johannesburg!
Transfer from JNB to safari lodge
Check-in - Safari Plains Tented Camp Mabula (Lodge)
Just a 2-hour drive from Johannesburg, this luxurious accommodation feels worlds away. Upon arrival, take in stunning views of the Waterberg Mountain Range that's sprawled out in-front of you. This vast 12,000-hectare private game reserve is home to the Big 5 (lion, rhino, leopard, Cape buffalo & elephant), as well as many other native wildlife species!
Each tented suite at Safari Plains boasts its own private wrap-around deck, a sunken bath, and a separate shower. Treat yourself to a snack from the minibar, relax with a hot cup of tea or coffee, and refresh with crisp air conditioning. This cozy, yet luxurious accommodation is the best way to stay in the bush! Each morning, you'll begin the day with an amazing sunrise.
When you work up an appetite, enjoy delicious meals in the elegant dining room. Be sure to hit the bar for "sundowner" - South Africa's word for "happy hour!"
Day 6. Safari Lodge
Get ready to unleash your wild side! Grab your camera and prepare for a once in a lifetime adventure through the African bush. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and Cape buffalo.Â
Enjoy one drive in the morning, and another one in the afternoon. In-between safari excursions, relax and take advantage of the lodge's luxurious amenities and entertaining activities!Â
Day 7. Depart South Africa
It may be your last day, but the fun far from over! This morning, enjoy one last safari drive. Cross your fingers that you'll spot every animal you'd hoped to!
When it comes time to leave, you will be transferred to the airport for your departing flight home.
Spend your flight flipping through photos, replaying wonderful memories, and dreaming about your next adventure!Â
Transfer to Johannesburg airport (JNB)
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.