Exotic South Africa beckons travelers with its diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural tapestry. From the iconic Table Mountain to the game-rich national parks, the Exotic South Africa tour offers a captivating journey through the wonders of this enchanting country.
Cape Town: Commencing in Cape Town, one of the world's most picturesque cities, the tour often starts with the exploration of Table Mountain, either by hiking or taking the cable car for panoramic views. The vibrant V&A Waterfront and the historic Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, are key attractions.
Cape Winelands: Venture into the Cape Winelands, where rolling vineyards and historic wine estates create a picturesque setting. Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, with their charming streets and exceptional wines, offer a delightful escape.
Garden Route: The tour may continue along the Garden Route, a coastal stretch adorned with lush forests, pristine beaches, and charming towns. Visit Knysna, known for its lagoon and the iconic Knysna Heads, and explore Tsitsikamma National Park for its rugged coastline and indigenous forests.
Eastern Cape Safari: Embark on a safari adventure in the Eastern Cape, where game reserves such as Addo Elephant National Park provide opportunities to witness the Big Five – lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and leopards – in their natural habitat.
Johannesburg: Heading north to Johannesburg, delve into the city's history at the Apartheid Museum and explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Maboneng and Braamfontein. Nearby, the UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind reveals archaeological treasures.
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront: In Cape Town, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is a bustling hub of activity with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, indulge in local cuisine, and perhaps embark on a harbor cruise for breathtaking views of the city.
Cultural Experiences: Throughout the tour, immerse yourself in South Africa's diverse cultures. Engage with local communities, sample traditional cuisine, and witness vibrant performances showcasing the country's rich heritage.
The Exotic South Africa tour encapsulates the essence of this remarkable nation, offering a blend of natural wonders, wildlife encounters, and cultural exploration. From the cosmopolitan streets of Cape Town to the untamed beauty of the game reserves, it provides a comprehensive and enriching experience for those seeking the allure of Exotic South Africa.
Flight, Hotel and Cruise Pickup is included
This includes all locations from Vancouver, Richmond, North Vancouver and Burnaby.
Our Tour guide will contact you before the 24 hours of departure to confirm pick up location and time for day trips.
In the case of multi-day trips, we will contact you 48 hours before departure.
On arrival at Cape Town airport and after clearing immigrations and baggage claim, meet your tour manager / local airport representative in the arrival hall at 1630 hrs(South Africa local time) Please ensure your flight arrives before 1400 hours. Transfer to hotel. Dinner and overnight in Cape Town. Dinner: Included
After breakfast, discover the spirit of the Mother City with its vibrant cultures and history all set against beautiful scenery. The highlights of your half-day tour include a visit to Table Mountain by Cableway (weather permitting), Green-market Square, a scenic drive through the city allows you to catch glimpses of iconic landmarks, such as the Company Gardens, the Houses of Parliament, City hall and the Castle. This afternoon you have some unaccompanied time at leisure which can be used to explore the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and other shopping opportunities. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
Today you will travel on Africa’s premier tour route to the romantic place where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet. On your full-day Cape Point Tour, discover why Sir Francis Drake, the explorer, called it “the fairest Cape that we saw in the circumference of the Globe”. Offering an exciting day out, the tour includes a visit to Hout Bay, a cruise to the seal colony (weather permitting), Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape The point, Cape of Good Hope, etc. Before heading back to your hotel, visit the penguin colony in Simonstown and take a walk through the scenic Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel. Depart along the Garden Route to the coastal town of Knysna (the approximate drive for 6 hours), famous for its oysters and magnificent views. Knysna’s most famed attraction is the Knysna Heads, the entry into the Knysna lagoon. Legends tell that many ancient sailing vessels met their doom at this location. This afternoon enjoys a sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon before spending the evening at leisure. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
Full day excursion to Oudtshoorn. First, stop at Cango Caves, Klein Karoo’s oldest and one of the world’s natural wonders. Next visit to Safari Ostrich Farm, where can interact with the world’s largest birds. The final stop of your tour is at Cango Wildlife Ranch, an opportunity to view some of the animal species which inhabited the Karoo region in the early days. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
Check out and transfer to George Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, we drive to Sun City Resort. (Approximate drive 3 hours). The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the Emperor’s Palace (unaccompanied), which offers a wide variety of entertainment and activities to entice all ages. Overnight stay in Sun City. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
The full-day is free for leisure activities. Sun City Resort is home to many thrilling activities with something for everyone to enjoy. Make it a beach day on the palm-fringed the shore of the Roaring Lagoon or discover the ruins of a mythical civilization at the Maze of the Lost City or find your fun at Sun Central where two levels of action-packed, family entertainment venues give you even more great things to do at Sun City. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
After breakfast check out and drive to the Game Reserve to experience the wild side of Africa and an opportunity to see "BIG 5" in their natural habitat. This afternoon board your open safari vehicle and proceed on the game drive. Evening at leisure. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
Early morning refreshments at your lodge. Then you can proceed on your next experience of the game drive. On return, enjoy breakfast at your lodge. Afternoon we drive to Johannesburg. On arrival proceed on a city orientation tour of Johannesburg. Breakfast: Included Lunch: Included Dinner: Included
After breakfast, check out and proceed to the airport for your return flight back home. Note: Group transfer from the hotel to the airport will be at 1030 hours or earlier. Breakfast: Included
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What a wonderful experience to explore the Dumpling Trail with Vancouver Food Tour. Our guide Cassandra was knowledgeable and enthusiastic . The choice of restaurant was perfect and allowed us to taste many types of dumplings. I would recommend this tour to group of friend who want to share an authentic experience . I will be looking for to book other tours with Vancouver Food Tour.
I was with a group of ladies I knew, and we had such an enjoyable experience. Cassandra was a WONDERFUL guide – she shared lots of knowledge and extra bits told in between spots and bites. At each stop she told us a bit about the place, its ownership and other things we could try when we return.
We did the Gastown Food tour with Hannah first - she was very knowledgeable about the history of Vancouver and found a really good balance between letting us chat, telling us about the restaurant we were in and the city as a whole.
Then we did the Richmond Dumpling Trail with Carlos, which was delicious! Again his knowledge and passion for Richmond and the food was really engaging and added to a very tasty morning.
Highly recommended!!
Absolute must-do. In fact, we actually took *two* tours: the Gastown Tasting Tour followed by the Vegan Tour the next day. Lots of deserved praise on here for the Gastown Tour, so let me tell you about the vegan tour.
What a great afternoon with Carlos. No-one could possibly leave this tour without having a good time. There were four different cuisines and four types of beverage (sangria, whisky sour, 3 wines and 3 beers)! We would highly recommend this tour and hope you have as much fun as we did.
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