Days 1 & 2: Mpumalanga, South Africa

After a tour briefing, your South Africa tour departs Johannesburg at 06:30am and travels towards Mpumalanga. During the afternoon you visit the gold mining town of Pilgrims Rest, Bourke's Luck Potholes and God's Window.

Your tour continues as you make your way to the Lowveld and set up camp below the escarpment at the majestic Blyde River Canyon. You will spend the next day exploring the canyon on foot. Breakfast is included on one day and lunch and dinner is included on both days.

Days 3 & 4: Kruger National Park, South Africa

On day 3 of your South Africa safari, you enter big game country, the Kruger National Park. You will spend the next 2 days on game drives in search of the magnificent Big Five and other animals.

The professional and knowledgeable guides will teach you extensively about the ecology, fauna and flora of the area and the bush. Night game drives with spotlights are available for guests wanting to discover the nocturnal world of the Park (own expense). Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Days 5 & 6: Kingdom of Swaziland

Today you enter the Kingdom of Swaziland, traveling through the lush fruit farming area before you head into the mountains of Swaziland. You will spend 2 nights in Malalotja Nature Reserve where you will get a chance to explore the area by foot. Gain insight into the lives of the Swazi people, whose culture and tradition can be experience at the local craft markets you will visit in Mbabane.

Days 7 & 8: St Lucia, South Africa

Today you cross back into South Africa and head to Zululand. Here you will visit a local Zulu village and learn more about their culture and traditions. You spend the night on the shores of St Lucia - a world heritage site.

The Greater St Lucia Park covers an area of lake lands, forests and beaches. The following day you will journey to Hluhluwe Game Reserve for an exciting day of game drives. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 9: North Coast Beaches, South Africa

Your South Africa tour continues along the coastline today, stopping on the north coast of South Africa. You spend the day relaxing on the beach and enjoying the sea, sun and surf. There is also an optional visit to the city of Durban, the Sharks board or a boat trip. Breakfast is included.