Ultimate South Africa Safari
Duration
11 Days
Destination
Southern Africa
Style
Signature
Best For
Wildlife & Adventure
Women-Led · Custom-Made Luxury Safaris · Exclusive African Wilderness Escapes
Overview
A comprehensive South Africa itinerary adding Madikwe, the country's best-known malaria-free reserve, making this an excellent option for families with younger children as well as serious wildlife travellers. Two distinct Big Five reserves and four nights in Cape Town for a complete South Africa picture.
Trip Highlights
Sabi Sands -- Africa's premier leopard destination and exceptional Big Five game viewing
Madikwe Game Reserve -- malaria-free and ideal for families with young children
Wild dog -- Madikwe holds one of South Africa's healthiest populations
Four nights in Cape Town: Table Mountain, the Winelands and the Peninsula
South Africa's definitive comprehensive itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive -- Fly to Sabi Sands
Fly into Johannesburg and connect by charter to the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Arrive for an afternoon game drive.
Day 2Full Day, Sabi Sands
Two game drives across Sabi Sands. Africa's highest leopard density, exceptional Big Five sightings, and unrestricted off-road access with outstanding professional guiding.
Day 3Full Day, Sabi Sands
Second full day in Sabi Sands. Optional walking safari in the morning. Night drive for leopard and nocturnal species.
Day 4Fly to Madikwe Game Reserve
Charter flight to Madikwe Game Reserve on the Botswana border. Madikwe is one of South Africa's largest game reserves and entirely malaria-free: a critical differentiator for families travelling with young children. Afternoon game drive.
Day 5Full Day, Madikwe
Two game drives in Madikwe. The reserve holds all the Big Five plus one of South Africa's healthiest wild dog populations -- regular sightings of the packs on open ground are among Madikwe's greatest wildlife highlights.
Day 6Full Day, Madikwe
Final full day at Madikwe. Child-friendly guiding available on request. Optional night drive for nocturnal species.
Day 7Fly to Cape Town
Fly via Johannesburg to Cape Town for four nights. Transfer to your hotel and an evening introduction to the Atlantic Seaboard.
Day 8Cape Town -- Cape Peninsula
Full day on the Cape Peninsula: Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach penguins, and Chapman's Peak scenic drive.
Day 9Cape Town -- Table Mountain & Waterfront
Table Mountain cable car in the morning, followed by an afternoon in the V&A Waterfront and Cape Town's gallery district.
Day 10Cape Winelands -- Stellenbosch & Franschhoek
Full day in the Cape Winelands: private wine tastings at three estates and lunch at one of Franschhoek's world-class restaurants.
Day 11Cape Town -- Depart
Transfer to Cape Town International Airport for onward or international connections. End of Saringi Tours services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All accommodation as specified (safari lodges, luxury hotels, beach resorts)
- All ground transfers and airport pick-ups/drop-offs throughout
- Expert English-speaking guide for all safari and touring sections
- All national park and private reserve entry fees (safari sections)
- Game drives in a 4×4 open safari vehicle
- Mineral water during all game drives and excursions
- Activities as specified per itinerary day
Not Included
- International flights and any domestic or regional flights not expressly listed as included in your confirmed quote
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- South Africa visa or entry-permission fees, where required for your passport
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Personal items (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs)
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Any costs arising from flight delays or itinerary changes
- Meals outside the meal plan stated for each day of this itinerary
Good to Know
Your route covers Sabi Sands, Madikwe Game Reserve & Cape Town. The arrival arrangements on Day 1 and the final-day transfer form part of this itinerary; share your flight times with us before booking so we can check the connections.
Entry documents: check the passport, visa and entry-permission requirements for South Africa before travel. Requirements depend on your passport and can change. We confirm the planned crossings and arrival points with your itinerary.
The proposed route includes flight transfers on Day 1, Day 4 and Day 7. Ask us to confirm the exact flight legs, fares and baggage allowance in your quote; an itinerary reference alone is not confirmation that an airfare is included.
Allow time for the road journeys shown in the daily plan. Driving times are estimates, with stops, road conditions affecting the day. Tell us about mobility needs or a preference for shorter travel days while we plan the route.
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