Johannesburg, South Africa's biggest city and capital of Gauteng province, began as a 19th-century gold-mining settlement and is now considered both the economic and cultural centre of South Africa. This morning tour takes in the streets of Newtown, a cool inner-city district housing theatres, art galleries, museums, restaurants, book shops, craft markets, clubs and cafés. Enjoy fabulous views fro..
Read More >Highlights: Getting an up-close experience with the history of the battle that occurred here. Tour Description: This tour takes us on a 2,5-hr drive to the heart of the Anglo-Zulu battlefields of January 1879, made famous by Michael Caine in the film "Zulu". Isandlwana was the first-ever defeat of a British regiment by an African army. The British force of 1837 men at Isandlwana was eventually r..
Read More >Highlights: Stunning panoramas of South Africa. Tour Description: An early-morning drive of approx 2,5 hrs takes us to the foot of Sani Pass in the Drakensberg Mountains, gateway to the landlocked independent country of Lesotho, often referred to as "the mountain kingdom". Passports are required for the border crossing. We then travel in 4x4 vehicles up the steep & winding road to the top of..
Read More >Highlights: Feeding the ostriches Cango Caves Tour Description: We leave Knysna and travel via George over the breathtaking Outeniqua Pass to the town of Oudsthoorn, where you'll have the chance to explore and enjoy a delicious lunch. At the Ostrich Farm, you'll get up close and personal with these incredible creatures and even have the opportunity to feed them! From there we head into the pictu..
Read More >Highlights: Wine tasting in one of the world' best wine making regions Tour Description: In recent years, South Africa wines have rightly become world famous for their exceptional quality and value. The Cape Winelands day tour takes you to some of the finest vineyards of South Africa, on a journey through stunningly scenic landscapes. Just an hour’s travelling time out of Cape Town, we will pass..
Read More >Highlights: Visiting local communities Tour Description: This morning tour offers a unique opportunity to explore areas of Cape Town that are often overlooked, providing a rare glimpse into the lives of local residents. You'll have the chance to connect with the community and experience their warm hospitality firsthand. The tour includes a coach journey through various townships, with a focus on..
Read More >Highlights: Viewing Nelson Mandela's Cell Learning the history of the Island Tour Description: Often described as “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice”, Robben Island is best known as home to Nelson Mandela for 18 of his 27 years in captivity. Declared a World Heritage Site, a tour of Robben Island takes approximately 3 and a half hours, but lasts a lifetime i..
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