South Africa
Are you ready for the wildlife adventure of a lifetime? Come with us as we explore South Africa's most famous national park and introduce you to its untamed wildlife. We'll meet in Johannesburg and head straight to the Kruger National Park Region. Here you'll go on safaris to see the Big 5, sleep in comfortable accommodation and enjoy delicious local food. Then we're off to the Panorama Route in the Mpumalanga province to see the Blyde River Canyon and Bourke's Luck potholes before returning to Johannesburg via Graskop. Sound good? Let’s go!
If you'd like to experience Cape Town, the winelands and the Garden Route, in addition to the Kruger and Johannesburg, consider the South Africa Escape tour - click here.
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Welcome to South Africa! Meet up with the tour at a hotel close to Johannesburg airport (see the help section for more information). Then, travel towards the Kruger National Park Region and settle in at a gateway destination to the Kruger National Park Region this evening. Did you know that the park is only slightly smaller than the entire country of Belgium? Dine under the African sky this evening.
A full-day game drive in the Kruger National Park awaits! The elevated position in the bus makes it very easy to spot animals (if you're really lucky you'll tick off all of the Big Five today!) in the bush. See African animals in their natural habitat. Some of these animals include leopards, lions and elephants. There are also cheetahs, wild dogs and rhinos. In the late afternoon, head to the accommodation on the western edge of the park. Time for a relaxing swim in the pool and a sun-downer or two before an included dinner this evening!
Today, take the chance to embark on a game drive led by local wildlife specialists in open safari trucks. Choose a half or full-day safari drive and spend time driving in prime game viewing areas, stopping at various waterholes and rest camps. Keep your eyes peeled and your cameras at the ready, watching these stunning animals in the wild is truly an experience to remember. On return to the accommodation, slip into the pool to cool down and relax before enjoying an included dinner.
Today is your second free day to tailor your Kruger experience to your liking. Choose to go on another half-day, sunrise safari with a local wildlife expert. This amazing park has recorded 100+ reptiles species, 500+ kinds of birds and 140+ mammals! Or, stay at the accommodation and relax by the pool. Tonight is the last time to enjoy dinner here. Sit down around the bush fire while swapping safari stories and sipping some Amarula. Be sure to try this local liqueur made from fermented marula fruit!
Leave the Kruger behind and head towards the Panorama Route. This is a famous scenic area in South Africa's Mpumalanga province. Onwards to the Drakensberg escarpment to look out over the Blyde River Canyon from the famous Three Rondavels viewing point. If there ever was an epic view, this is it. Ready your cameras! Afterwards, head to Bourke's Luck potholes. This natural water feature is made up of literally hundreds of potholes and plunge pools, and marks the start of Blyde River Canyon. Afterwards, travel back to Johannesburg. Check in at the hotel, and meet up for farewell dinner and drinks.
And so the last day of your South African wildlife & scenery trip has arrived. Have one last breakfast together to say bon voyage. Guests are welcome to stay on to explore Jozi, as the locals call Johannesburg, and enjoy one of the optional activities available such as a half day tour of Soweto!
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| 05/05/2025 | 10/05/2025 | £515 | Book | |
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| 30/06/2025 | 05/07/2025 | £463 | Book | |
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| 28/07/2025 | 02/08/2025 | £565 | Book | |
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| 08/09/2025 | 13/09/2025 | £508 | Book | |
| 22/09/2025 | 27/09/2025 | £585 | Book | |
| 06/10/2025 | 11/10/2025 | £517 | Book | |
| 20/10/2025 | 25/10/2025 | £565 | Book | |
| 03/11/2025 | 08/11/2025 | £517 | Book | |
| 17/11/2025 | 22/11/2025 | £463 | Book | |
| 26/01/2026 | 31/01/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 06/04/2026 | 11/04/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 20/04/2026 | 25/04/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 04/05/2026 | 09/05/2026 | £575 | Book | |
| 18/05/2026 | 23/05/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 01/06/2026 | 06/06/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 15/06/2026 | 20/06/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 29/06/2026 | 04/07/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 13/07/2026 | 18/07/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 27/07/2026 | 01/08/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 10/08/2026 | 15/08/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 24/08/2026 | 29/08/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 07/09/2026 | 12/09/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 21/09/2026 | 26/09/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 05/10/2026 | 10/10/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 19/10/2026 | 24/10/2026 | £555 | Book | |
| 02/11/2026 | 07/11/2026 | £605 | Book | |
| 16/11/2026 | 21/11/2026 | £555 | Book |
Please contact Global Coach Tours for a list of the latest optional activities available.
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Embark on a guided tour of Johannesburg. See the Telkom Tower, visit Constitution Hill, Mary Fitzgerald Square, Carlton Centre and more!
Discover Soweto and its important sights including the Hector Pieterson Museum, Freedom Square, the former home of Nelson Mandela and more.
