Take the journey of a lifetime on this tour through South Africa and Swaziland. Explore the region’s rich culture and its vast nature and gaming preserves, catch a glimpse inside one of Cape Town’s most notorious prisons, and stand at the edge of the world where two oceans meet.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Johannesburg

Begin your adventure with an overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2 - Johannesburg

Arrive in Johannesburg. A Go Ahead representative greets you as you clear customs. If you took the pre-tour extension, join the rest of your tour today. Become acquainted with your fellow travelers at this evening’s included dinner. (B in flight, D)

Day 3 - Kruger National Park

This morning, travel across the Gauteng Highveld. This afternoon, venture on your first game drive to see lions, elephants and rhinos at Kruger National Park. (B, D)

Day 4 - Kruger National Park

Continue your game drive in Kruger National Park, the largest game reserve in South Africa. (B, D)

Day 5 - Mbabane

Leave the animals behind and journey south to explore Swaziland’s idyllic beauty, stopping en route for a guided tour of Mbabane, its capital city. (B, D)

Day 6 - St. Lucia

Travel through the Umfolozi Game Reserve on your way to St. Lucia, the southernmost entrance to the world-renowned Wetlands Park, known for its laid-back atmosphere and integration with local wildlife. (B, D)

Day 7 - St. Lucia

Today, embark on a cruise tour exploring the St. Lucia Estuary for hippos, crocodiles, fish-eagles, mangroves, kingfishers and mudskippers. Later, opt for a game drive in the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve in the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park. (B)

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Game Drive in the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve Embark on a trek through South Africa's oldest game reserve. Rich in cultural and conservation history, it’s best known for its efforts to save the white rhino from extinction.

Day 8 - Port Elizabeth

Explore Durban on this morning’s guided tour. Then, fly to Port Elizabeth, where your guide introduces you to this major seaport and tourist destination set on the shores of the beautiful Algoa Bay. (B, D)

Day 9 - Port Elizabeth

On today’s excursion, you’ll visit the Addo Elephant National Reserve to get a closer look at the elusive wild African elephants. Enjoy an included picnic lunch with your group. (B, L)

Day 10 - Knysna

Continue on to Knysna, heading through the Garden Route to Tsitsikamma National Park. This afternoon, take a guided, tractor-drawn wagon tour through Garden Route forests. Tonight, arrive in Knysna and opt for a waterfront dinner. (B)

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Waterfront Dinner in Knysna As you watch the sun sink slowly over Knysna's tranquil lagoon, you’ll join your group for a fresh seaside feast, where you can choose from a variety of seafood dishes and fusion cuisine as well as soups, salads and sinful desserts.

Day 11 - Knysna

Board the ferry to Featherbed Nature Reserve this morning, enjoy lunch with your group and then embark on a guided nature walk to the top of the reserve. (B, L)

Day 12 - Cape Town

Bid farewell to Knysna as you head to Cape Town, stopping in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich farming capital of the world, on the way. Opt for an evening tour of Cape Town complete with dinner. (B, L)

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Cape Town by Night and Dinner Cape Town by night is a magical place. Watch the city transform into a landscape of golden hues as you stop at the Gold of Africa Museum before sitting down to a truly authentic Cape Town feast.

Day 13 - Cape Town

Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Cape Town with a cable car ride up Table Mountain (weather permitting) and stops at the National Gallery, the South Africa Museum and the Houses of Parliament. This afternoon, opt for a tour of Robben Island, the historic symbol of South Africa’s struggle for freedom. (B)

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Robben Island Nelson Mandela may have made it famous, but apartheid made it notorious. Set sail from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront to this island where ex-prisoners will guide you on a walking and driving tour through this political prison—and show you the conditions they endured for speaking out for their freedom.

Day 14 - Cape Town

Travel to Hout Bay on a cruise to view the island seals. Enjoy lunch with your group as you stand at Cape Point Nature Reserve, where the Atlantic and Southern Oceans meet. You may also opt to visit the Jackass penguin colony this afternoon. Then unwind on a guided tour through the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Tonight, join your group for a Farewell Dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 15 - Cape Town

Board your flight home.