Tours and Trips in South Africa

Experience some of South Africa's best wine, chocolate, and olive oil during this 8-hour, food-focused, private tour around the Stellenbosch region. Enjoy tasting stops at Jordan Wine Estate, De Morgenzon, Cavalli Wine & Stud Farm, and Hidden Valley Winery, sampling a variety of vintages, plus your choice of olive oil and chocolate at the final stop.

Explore the cluster of townships known as Soweto on this tour of south-western Johannesburg. Learn why this black urban settlement was created in the 1930s and gain a deeper understanding from your guide how this unique place deeply influenced South Africa's political history.

Embark on a half-day photography tour of of Cape Town's most captivating sites. A professional photographer leads you on an cultural walking tour through the city, taking in such landmark sights as Company Gardens, the Art Deco architecture of Cape Town's Central Business District (CBD) and Adderley Street's vibrant flower market. One of the day's highlights is a visit to Bo-Kaap - the city's Cape Malay quarter - known for its vividly colored houses and delicious Cape Malay cuisine, which you'll get to prepare and then enjoy during a home cooking demonstration.

The Cape Winelands is South Africa's largest wine region, but the scenic vineyards also offer an idyllic backdrop for an adventure. This full-day private tour kicks off with a thrilling horseback or quad bike ride through the Drakenstein Mountains, followed by a wine-tasting lunch at the prestigious Haute Cabriere Estate, and wine tastings at wineries in Paarl and Stellenbosch. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Explore the best of what Johannesburg has to offer with this full day tour including a safari and a traditional South African 'sun-downer.' See the Lion Park to see one of Africa's most majestic big cats. Visit Soweto, the country's most famous township. Take in the important exhibits at the Apartheid Museum. Enjoy an evening drink - a sun-downer - in Maboneng.

Embark on a full-day photographer tour from Cape Town, exploring two unique landscapes: a hillside township and the nearby Constantia Winelands. Set out from the city for Imizamo Yethu, where 60,000 people live in mostly vernacular homes standing in sharp contrast to their affluent surrounds. Explore the community alongside local guides and engage with residents before continuing onto your next stop: Beau Constantia Vineyards. Snap pictures of Cape Town's oldest wine region and enjoy a little imbibing, then head to Constantia Glen for a delicious lunch with award-winning wine pairings.

Get to the highlights of the Cape Peninsula during a private day tour from Cape Town. See gorgeous coastal sights along Chapman's Peak Road, take in the stunning views from the Cape of Good Hope, watch the adorable resident African penguins on Boulders Beach, and enjoy samples of some of South Africa's famous wines at Groot Constantia winery in the Constantia Valley. See it all with a private guide and driver.

Explore the traditions and culture of the indigenous tribes that call South Africa home. Tour the village of Lesedi and journey into the bush, where you'll visit traditional homesteads of Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho and Ndebele times. Enjoy a theatrical presentation that highlights the practices of these people and follow your friendly guide into homesteads. This popular tour includes a Pan-African feast that is sure to tantalize the senses.

Take a leisurely exploration of the amazing scenery and fascinating wildlife of the Cape Peninsula on this flexible-length private tour. Travel by private vehicle, complete with on-board refreshments and Wi-Fi, as you call the shots on what to see and do. Among the potential sights you might pick are a wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards, a visit to the penguins of Boulders Beach, or a visit to the beautiful Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. A private guide, national park fees, private vehicle and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Wine lovers - this one's for you. Spend a day exploring the Cape Winelands region and visiting incredible wine estates. Take the stress out of planning transport by having Cape Town hotel pickup and drop-off included. You'll travel with ease in a comfortable vehicle with a private guide to teach you about the region. Highlights include visiting Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl, where you can choose to sample wines, visit shops, or have lunch.

The beautiful beaches and stunning natural landscapes of the Cape Peninsula stretch south of Cape Town all the way to Cape Point. On this private tour, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and stop as often as you like to take photos. Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit the Boulders Beach penguin colony, and follow the famous Chapman's Peak drive.

Let a personal driver-guide show you around Port Elizabeth in the comfort of a climate-controlled minivan. This private half-day tour provides a scenic orientation of the town's historical and cultural highlights. Hear commentary about South Africa's fifth biggest city, from its origins to present day. Entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are included.

During this 4-day all-inclusive safari in Pilanesberg National Park, you'll have a great opportunity to see Africa's Big 5 while glamping in style. Located just a couple hours northwest of Joburg, Pilanesberg sits within the crater of an ancient volcano. Over 7,000 mammals, 300 birds, and 65 reptiles have been recorded. Your personal guide/chef will tell you all about them and serve you up authentic dinners over an open fire.

As South Africa's largest city, Johannesburg has been at the center of many of the country's most important historical moments. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide as you learn about the apartheid regime and visit key sites such as Constitution Hill, the Apartheid Museum, and the Mandela House Museum in Soweto. Also included is a delicious lunch and a safari drive at the Lion Park.

Escape from Cape Town for the day to explore the peninsula's vast natural wonders, including Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach. Choose between two spectacular drives on your private tour, which stops first at Boulders Beach where you'll meet hundreds of resident African penguins. Then continue to the Cape of Good Hope, a stunning rocky outcrop that's a significant point for sailors. Lastly visit Cape Point, Africa's most south-westerly tip. Keep an eye out for playful baboons and enjoy incredible views from the Cape's two lighthouses.

Learn the truth about South Africa's dark history of apartheid on this solemn but educational tour. Visit the Hector Pieterson Museum, Mandela House, and the Apartheid Museum. You will also stop for photographs at the 2010 World Cup stadium and have lunch at the Sakhumzi Restaurant in Soweto.

Enjoy a private photography tour of Cape Town and its surrounds, taking in some of the area's most picturesque sights and attractions. Visit places like Table Mountain, Boulders Beach"•home to hundreds of African penguin"•scenic Cape Point and the charming town of Franschhoek, located at the heart of the Cape Winelands. This full-day cultural tour is completely flexible to cover the places you most want to see and capture on camera.

Spend a day exploring the stunning Cape Peninsula with this private 1-day tour from Cape Town, including the Boulders Beach penguin colony. Enjoy a personalized and flexible itinerary, tailored to your group. Visit Hout Bay or check out the seals on Duiker Island. See the Cape of Good Hope and the African penguins at Boulders Beach.

Tour the picturesque World Heritage-listed Magaliesberg on this popular tour from Johannesburg. Check out the iconic Hartbeespoort Dam and learn how this major water source provides irrigation to area farms and resorts, keeping locals alive and well. Sit back and relax as you make your way through the rolling hills, quiet valleys and charming countryside towns during this private day trip.

Travel from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park for a four-day safari. At the park, you'll enjoy chalet lodging with air conditioning. Go for two half-day and two full-day game drives, where you can see Africa's "big five" - lions, leopards, rhino, Cape buffalo, and elephants. An excellent value for the monty, you'll spend several days in nature and get a genuine African safari camp experience.