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South African Tapestry

African Travel · 11 days

South African Tapestry

Explore the striking scenery and prolific wildlife from your private game lodge on twice-daily game activities. Don't forget your binoculars!Discover an ecological oasis with ancient sandstone formations and bushman rock art paintings dating as far back as 10,000 years.Experience sunrise views of the Indian Ocean from the charming Oyster Box in Durban and sunset views of the Atlantic Ocean from the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Cape Town.Enjoy award-winning hotels and luxury lodges as they pamper you throughout your visit.

The safari, in facts

OperatorAfrican Travel
Length11 days
RegionSOUTHERN
CountriesSouth Africa
DeparturesValid for Departures Now Through: 31 Dec 2027

Day by day

The route as the supplier files it. Ports and stops without a coordinate are still listed — they are calls, not gaps.
DayWhere
Day 1Durban
Day 4Phinda Private Game Reserve
Day 7Cape Town
Day 10Franschhoek

Every departure

This safari runs on request rather than to a fixed calendar — Valid for Departures Now Through: 31 Dec 2027. Dates are built around you.

What the fare includes

  • South Africa comes alive in a journey that blends culture and nature at every step. Trace history and artistry in KwaZulu-Natal, encounter wildlife on Phinda’s safaris, take in Cape Town’s sweeping views, and raise a glass in the vineyard valleys of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Highlights: Explore KwaZulu-Natal’s heritage, from Mandela’s legacy to Ardmore artistry. Discover Phinda’s safaris and join groundbreaking wildlife conservation experiences. Experience Cape Town’s Table Mountain, Cape Peninsula, and penguin colony sightings. Enjoy the Cape Winelands with private tastings of world-class wines.

Current offers

  • Extra Night on Safari - Complimentary — through 2026-09-30 · Safari, Your Way - with Added Value Tailor-made journeys give you the freedom to travel where and how you choose—shaped around your interests, pace, and travel style. With expert planning and seamless logistics handled for you, every detail comes together effortlessly. We stay closely connected to what’s new across Africa, including timely opportunities that add value. Explore the best of South Africa with offers featuring a complimentary extra night on safari. These sample itineraries are fully customizable —so the journey fits you perfectly. Cape Town & Shamwari Safari Explore Cape Town…
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Supplier offers, from the Virtuoso promotions feed. They stack with the advisor benefits on the booking rather than replacing them — how that works.

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