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Knysna Heads, Featherbed, Garden Route, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
Pretoria City
Blyde River Canyon, South Africa
Elephants, Kruger National Park
Swazi tribal dance, eSwatini
Swazi hut, eSwatini
Garden Route, South Africa
Storms River Suspension Bridge, Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa
Ostriches at Oudtshoorn, South Africa
Hermanus Whales
Stellenbosch Winery South Africa
Long Street, Cape Town
Boulders Beach, Cape Town
Sunset, Johannesburg
Mauritius
Mauritius

South African Odyssey & Mauritius

20 day Small Group Tour & Beach – from £2839

With flights from £4129

Traverse spectacular South African landscapes and enjoy famous cities and National Parks, before flying to Mauritius to relax by the Indian Ocean.

Highlights:
  • Soak in the view from God’s Window on the Panorama Route
  • Search for the ‘Big Five’ on a game drive in Kruger National Park
  • Spot hippos and crocodiles on a cruise of Lake St Lucia in KwaZulu-Natal
  • Travel the Garden Route, and enjoy views of Cape Town from Table Mountain
  • Snorkel the reefs and relax under the palms in Mauritius

Your Itinerary

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This itinerary is customisable. Just let us know if you would like to add extra nights, activities or destinations.

Johannesburg, South Africa

Day 1 – Johannesburg

On arrival in Johannesburg Airport, you will be met by your representative and transferred to your…

On arrival in Johannesburg Airport, you will be met by your representative and transferred to your hotel. Johannesburg is the largest and most populous city in South Africa. It is also the source of a large-scale gold and diamond trade due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand range of hills.

The remainder of the day is at leisure. Why not enjoy an optional sightseeing tour or simply relax at your hotel. Meet later in the evening at reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet your fellow travellers.

    Southern Sun Sandton or similar

Johannesburg, South Africa
Pretoria City

Day 2 – Pretoria & Mpumalanga

Depart Johannesburg after breakfast and head for Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city, for a short orientation…

Depart Johannesburg after breakfast and head for Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city, for a short orientation tour, before continuing to the Mpumalanga Province, known as “Paradise Country”. Dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld, we travel via the historic towns of Dullstroom and Lydenburg.

After traversing the famous Long Tom Pass, we travel via Sabie and arrive late afternoon into Hazyview, the safari hub of the Kruger National Park.

    Hazyview Sun or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Pretoria City
Blyde River Canyon, South Africa

Day 3 – Panorama Route

After an early morning breakfast, we’ll drive along the spectacular ‘Panorama Route’, offering views of amazing…

After an early morning breakfast, we’ll drive along the spectacular ‘Panorama Route’, offering views of amazing scenery including the 26-kilometre long Blyde River Canyon (home to the Three Rondavels), Bourke’s Luck Potholes and historic God’s Window, a breath-taking view (weather permitting) of the edge of the escarpment taking in the Kruger National Park.

We arrive back in Hazyview in the late afternoon where the remainder of the day is at leisure to relax.

    Hazyview Sun or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Blyde River Canyon, South Africa
Elephants, Kruger National Park

Day 4 – Kruger National Park

The day begins with early morning coffee or tea, followed by a thrilling open vehicle game…

The day begins with early morning coffee or tea, followed by a thrilling open vehicle game safari through the Kruger National Park with pre-packed breakfast. Kruger is one of the world’s greatest national parks, home to a stunning array of wildlife. Search for the ‘Big Five’ (rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, and elephant) as well as prolific birdlife and numerous other game species.

The game safari includes a presentation of the Anti-Poaching Dog Unit (Project Watchdog), that was established because of the increase in rhino poaching worldwide. Learn about the dogs that are trained to track poachers in the field, detect firearms, ammunition and wildlife products that enter and exit through the Kruger National Park gates.

The afternoon is at leisure at your hotel. An afternoon open vehicle game drive is available as an extension to the morning game drive (optional, at own cost).

    Hazyview Sun or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Elephants, Kruger National Park
Swazi tribal dance, eSwatini

Day 5 – Eswatini (Swaziland)

This morning we travel to eSwatini (Swaziland), an independent Kingdom within the borders of South Africa,…

This morning we travel to eSwatini (Swaziland), an independent Kingdom within the borders of South Africa, known for its lovely scenery, crafts and colourful indigenous culture. An interactive cultural experience inclusive of lunch, introduces us to the charming people of eSwatini and their traditions.

We travel via the capital city, Mbabane, to the beautiful Ezulwini Valley for overnight in eSwatini and dinner at your hotel.

    The Royal Villas or similar

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Swazi tribal dance, eSwatini
Swazi hut, eSwatini

Day 6 – Zululand

After breakfast we will continue south through eSwatini, before re-entering South Africa. Travel into Zululand, passing…

After breakfast we will continue south through eSwatini, before re-entering South Africa. Travel into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. There is an option to enjoy an afternoon open vehicle game safari (optional and at own cost) in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve, which contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is particularly famous for its conservation of black and white rhino.

    Anew Hotel Hluhluwe or similar

    Breakfast
Swazi hut, eSwatini
Garden Route, South Africa

Day 7 – Durban (Umhlanga)

The day begins with an early breakfast before departing for Durban, travelling past traditional Zulu Kraals,…

The day begins with an early breakfast before departing for Durban, travelling past traditional Zulu Kraals, Eucalyptus plantations and sugar cane fields.

We arrive at Durban (Umhlanga) airport for the short southward flight to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), where we will be met by our representative. We will then head westwards along the Garden Route, which follows the Indian Ocean coastline, and is bordered inland by soaring mountain ranges and indigenous forests.

    Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar

    Breakfast
Garden Route, South Africa
Storms River Suspension Bridge, Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa

Day 8 – Knysna

After breakfast, visit the spectacularly beautiful Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth (weather permitting). The…

After breakfast, visit the spectacularly beautiful Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth (weather permitting). The Tsitsikamma National Park incorporates 80 km of rocky coastline with spectacular sea and landscapes, a remote mountainous region with secluded valleys covered in mountain Fynbos and temperate high forests with deep river gorges leading down to the sea.

Afterwards we’ll continue our travels to Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon, in the heart of the Garden Route. Enjoy a sunset cruise to the Knysna Heads, before sitting down for dinner at Drydock Restaurant, renowned for dishes using the finest local ingredients and freshly picked herbs from the region.

    Rex Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Storms River Suspension Bridge, Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa
Ostriches at Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Day 9 – Oudtshoorn

Travel through the Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the “ostrich capital” and the centre of…

Travel through the Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the “ostrich capital” and the centre of the world’s Ostrich farming industry. Along the way, visit ‘Dolphin Point’, an extraordinary viewpoint in Wilderness.

In Oudtshoorn, we’ll visit an Ostrich Farm for an interactive tour and light lunch that includes local specialities such as Ostrich steak, before taking a tour of the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. We will arrive at our hotel in the late afternoon, in time to check in and relax before dinner (at own cost).

    Rex Hotel or similar

    Breakfast, Lunch
Ostriches at Oudtshoorn, South Africa
Hermanus Whales

Day 10 – Hermanus

There is an option (at own cost) to enjoy an early morning Meerkat Safari. Witness these…

There is an option (at own cost) to enjoy an early morning Meerkat Safari. Witness these wild creatures emerging out of their burrows, in time to soak up the sun before they head about their daily activities (weather permitting). After this thrilling experience, head back for a delicious breakfast.

After breakfast, the journey continues through the ‘Little Karoo’ to Barrydale, where you will have the opportunity to visit a local farm school, to interact with the children and teachers.

Continue via the Tradouw’s pass to Swellendam and then further to the seaside resort of Hermanus, known as the heart of the whale route, offering the best land-based whale watching (August-November) in the world.

    Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Hermanus Whales
Stellenbosch Winery South Africa

Day 11 – Stellenbosch

After a leisurely breakfast, depart Hermanus and continue to Somerset West, travelling via the spectacularly scenic…

After a leisurely breakfast, depart Hermanus and continue to Somerset West, travelling via the spectacularly scenic coastal road and then onwards to Stellenbosch, set in the beautiful Cape Winelands.

You’ll have some free time to explore the town’s oak-shaded streets, cafés, boutiques, and art galleries before travelling to Cape Town for overnight.

    President Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Stellenbosch Winery South Africa
Long Street, Cape Town

Day 12 – Cape Town

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps join a sightseeing tour of Table Mountain and Kirstenbosch…

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps join a sightseeing tour of Table Mountain and Kirstenbosch Gardens (own cost) or join us for a Marine Big Five Safari (own cost), where you may see great white sharks, whales, Cape fur seals and a variety of seabirds on a 2-hour boat cruise with marine biologists on hand to explain more about these amazing animals.

Although a small city, Cape Town is packed with sightseeing attractions, excellent bars, cafés, and restaurants as well as colourful craft markets. Enjoy a fun filled evening with dinner and entertainment at Gold Restaurant.

    President Hotel or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Long Street, Cape Town
Boulders Beach, Cape Town

Day 13 – Boulders Beach

Enjoy a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, offering some of the most spectacular coastal…

Enjoy a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, offering some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in the world. Drive through Sea Point, the seaside village of Hout Bay (where you can enjoy an optional seal island boat cruise) and then on to Cape Point where it is said that the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet.

We’ll return to Cape Town by way of Simon’s Town, where we visit the Penguin colony at Boulders Beach (entrance fee at own cost) and Fish Hoek fishing
village.

    President Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Boulders Beach, Cape Town
Sunset, Johannesburg

Day 14 – Johannesburg

There is free time to enjoy some last minute shopping or sightseeing in Cape Town, before…

There is free time to enjoy some last minute shopping or sightseeing in Cape Town, before being transferred to the airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. You will be at leisure for the rest of the day.

    Southern Sun or similar

    Breakfast
Sunset, Johannesburg
Mauritius

Day 15 to 19 – Mauritius

After breakfast, join the morning direct flight from Johannesburg, OR Tambo International Airport to the Indian…

After breakfast, join the morning direct flight from Johannesburg, OR Tambo International Airport to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius.

On arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your chosen Mauritius Resort for a five night stay. Once checked-in you will have time to to start some serious relaxing. After the excitement of touring South Africa, you will be able to enjoy the pool, beach and ocean whilst living the island life.

During your stay, you may wish to add a day tour of Mauritius to explore the beautiful island.

    Your chosen Mauritius Resort

Mauritius
Mauritius

Day 20 – Farewell

Relaxed and rejuvenated after your stay in Mauritius, transfer back to the island’s airport for your…

Relaxed and rejuvenated after your stay in Mauritius, transfer back to the island’s airport for your flight home.

Mauritius

Your Itinerary

This itinerary is customisable. Just let us know if you would like to add extra nights, activities or destinations.

Day 1

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Johannesburg

On arrival in Johannesburg Airport, you will be met by your representative and transferred to your hotel. Johannesburg is the largest and most populous city in South Africa. It is also the source of a large-scale gold and diamond trade due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand range of hills.

The remainder of the day is at leisure. Why not enjoy an optional sightseeing tour or simply relax at your hotel. Meet later in the evening at reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet your fellow travellers.

    Southern Sun Sandton or similar

Johannesburg, South Africa

Day 2

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Pretoria & Mpumalanga

Depart Johannesburg after breakfast and head for Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city, for a short orientation tour, before continuing to the Mpumalanga Province, known as “Paradise Country”. Dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld, we travel via the historic towns of Dullstroom and Lydenburg.

After traversing the famous Long Tom Pass, we travel via Sabie and arrive late afternoon into Hazyview, the safari hub of the Kruger National Park.

    Hazyview Sun or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Pretoria City

Day 3

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Panorama Route

After an early morning breakfast, we’ll drive along the spectacular ‘Panorama Route’, offering views of amazing scenery including the 26-kilometre long Blyde River Canyon (home to the Three Rondavels), Bourke’s Luck Potholes and historic God’s Window, a breath-taking view (weather permitting) of the edge of the escarpment taking in the Kruger National Park.

We arrive back in Hazyview in the late afternoon where the remainder of the day is at leisure to relax.

    Hazyview Sun or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Blyde River Canyon, South Africa

Day 4

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Kruger National Park

The day begins with early morning coffee or tea, followed by a thrilling open vehicle game safari through the Kruger National Park with pre-packed breakfast. Kruger is one of the world’s greatest national parks, home to a stunning array of wildlife. Search for the ‘Big Five’ (rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, and elephant) as well as prolific birdlife and numerous other game species.

The game safari includes a presentation of the Anti-Poaching Dog Unit (Project Watchdog), that was established because of the increase in rhino poaching worldwide. Learn about the dogs that are trained to track poachers in the field, detect firearms, ammunition and wildlife products that enter and exit through the Kruger National Park gates.

The afternoon is at leisure at your hotel. An afternoon open vehicle game drive is available as an extension to the morning game drive (optional, at own cost).

    Hazyview Sun or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Elephants, Kruger National Park

Day 5

|

Eswatini (Swaziland)

This morning we travel to eSwatini (Swaziland), an independent Kingdom within the borders of South Africa, known for its lovely scenery, crafts and colourful indigenous culture. An interactive cultural experience inclusive of lunch, introduces us to the charming people of eSwatini and their traditions.

We travel via the capital city, Mbabane, to the beautiful Ezulwini Valley for overnight in eSwatini and dinner at your hotel.

    The Royal Villas or similar

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Swazi tribal dance, eSwatini

Day 6

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Zululand

After breakfast we will continue south through eSwatini, before re-entering South Africa. Travel into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. There is an option to enjoy an afternoon open vehicle game safari (optional and at own cost) in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve, which contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is particularly famous for its conservation of black and white rhino.

    Anew Hotel Hluhluwe or similar

    Breakfast
Swazi hut, eSwatini

Day 7

|

Durban (Umhlanga)

The day begins with an early breakfast before departing for Durban, travelling past traditional Zulu Kraals, Eucalyptus plantations and sugar cane fields.

We arrive at Durban (Umhlanga) airport for the short southward flight to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), where we will be met by our representative. We will then head westwards along the Garden Route, which follows the Indian Ocean coastline, and is bordered inland by soaring mountain ranges and indigenous forests.

    Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar

    Breakfast
Garden Route, South Africa

Day 8

|

Knysna

After breakfast, visit the spectacularly beautiful Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth (weather permitting). The Tsitsikamma National Park incorporates 80 km of rocky coastline with spectacular sea and landscapes, a remote mountainous region with secluded valleys covered in mountain Fynbos and temperate high forests with deep river gorges leading down to the sea.

Afterwards we’ll continue our travels to Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon, in the heart of the Garden Route. Enjoy a sunset cruise to the Knysna Heads, before sitting down for dinner at Drydock Restaurant, renowned for dishes using the finest local ingredients and freshly picked herbs from the region.

    Rex Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Storms River Suspension Bridge, Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa

Day 9

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Oudtshoorn

Travel through the Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the “ostrich capital” and the centre of the world’s Ostrich farming industry. Along the way, visit ‘Dolphin Point’, an extraordinary viewpoint in Wilderness.

In Oudtshoorn, we’ll visit an Ostrich Farm for an interactive tour and light lunch that includes local specialities such as Ostrich steak, before taking a tour of the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. We will arrive at our hotel in the late afternoon, in time to check in and relax before dinner (at own cost).

    Rex Hotel or similar

    Breakfast, Lunch
Ostriches at Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Day 10

|

Hermanus

There is an option (at own cost) to enjoy an early morning Meerkat Safari. Witness these wild creatures emerging out of their burrows, in time to soak up the sun before they head about their daily activities (weather permitting). After this thrilling experience, head back for a delicious breakfast.

After breakfast, the journey continues through the ‘Little Karoo’ to Barrydale, where you will have the opportunity to visit a local farm school, to interact with the children and teachers.

Continue via the Tradouw’s pass to Swellendam and then further to the seaside resort of Hermanus, known as the heart of the whale route, offering the best land-based whale watching (August-November) in the world.

    Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Hermanus Whales

Day 11

|

Stellenbosch

After a leisurely breakfast, depart Hermanus and continue to Somerset West, travelling via the spectacularly scenic coastal road and then onwards to Stellenbosch, set in the beautiful Cape Winelands.

You’ll have some free time to explore the town’s oak-shaded streets, cafés, boutiques, and art galleries before travelling to Cape Town for overnight.

    President Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Stellenbosch Winery South Africa

Day 12

|

Cape Town

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps join a sightseeing tour of Table Mountain and Kirstenbosch Gardens (own cost) or join us for a Marine Big Five Safari (own cost), where you may see great white sharks, whales, Cape fur seals and a variety of seabirds on a 2-hour boat cruise with marine biologists on hand to explain more about these amazing animals.

Although a small city, Cape Town is packed with sightseeing attractions, excellent bars, cafés, and restaurants as well as colourful craft markets. Enjoy a fun filled evening with dinner and entertainment at Gold Restaurant.

    President Hotel or similar

    Breakfast, Dinner
Long Street, Cape Town

Day 13

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Boulders Beach

Enjoy a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, offering some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in the world. Drive through Sea Point, the seaside village of Hout Bay (where you can enjoy an optional seal island boat cruise) and then on to Cape Point where it is said that the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet.

We’ll return to Cape Town by way of Simon’s Town, where we visit the Penguin colony at Boulders Beach (entrance fee at own cost) and Fish Hoek fishing
village.

    President Hotel or similar

    Breakfast
Boulders Beach, Cape Town

Day 14

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Johannesburg

There is free time to enjoy some last minute shopping or sightseeing in Cape Town, before being transferred to the airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. You will be at leisure for the rest of the day.

    Southern Sun or similar

    Breakfast
Sunset, Johannesburg

Day 15 to 19

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Mauritius

After breakfast, join the morning direct flight from Johannesburg, OR Tambo International Airport to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius.

On arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your chosen Mauritius Resort for a five night stay. Once checked-in you will have time to to start some serious relaxing. After the excitement of touring South Africa, you will be able to enjoy the pool, beach and ocean whilst living the island life.

During your stay, you may wish to add a day tour of Mauritius to explore the beautiful island.

    Your chosen Mauritius Resort

Mauritius

Day 20

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Farewell

Relaxed and rejuvenated after your stay in Mauritius, transfer back to the island’s airport for your flight home.

Mauritius

This Holiday Includes

19 nights accommodation
Activities and excursions as detailed in the itinerary
Arrival/departure transfers
Expert guide throughout the tour in South Africa
13 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 6 dinners
Travel by modern, air-conditioned vehicles
Professional and experienced driver

Flights & More

Ask your FREEDOM Consultant to include Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for a complete ABTA and ATOL protected package.

They can also add extra nights and experiences in places you choose, to create the exact holiday you are looking for. Popular options include:

  • A stay in the Franschhoek Wine Valley on day 11 (instead of Cape Town) including wine tasting
  • An afternoon game drive in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park

Next Step

Please get in touch with our Africa Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.

South African Odyssey & Mauritius

20 day Small Group Tour & Beach – from £2839

With flights from £4129

* Tour-only price excludes the Durban to Port Elizabeth flight.

Accommodation specified is subject to availability and may be substituted to a similar standard if necessary.

South Africa Odyssey tour + Mauritius

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South African Odyssey & Mauritius, Route Map

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