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10 Days of Adventure in South Africa!

Vishesh Shah

Vishesh Shah

8 Mar 2024

Embark on an epic journey through South Africa, exploring breathtaking landscapes, encountering incredible wildlife, and immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of this vibrant country.

Trip to South Africa

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Wonders: Cango Caves, Muizenberg Beach, and More
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$125

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$ 14

Cango Caves
Guided tours are mandatory at this historic, popular network of caves with large mineral formations.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$63
362 - 435 min

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Muizenberg Beach
Known for its brightly painted beach huts, this escape from the city is popular with surfers.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$31
34 - 41 min

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The Company's Garden Restaurant
Cafe fare & juice blends served in a warm, stylish space with large windows & a tree-shaded terrace.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$31
Day 2Discovering Nature's Masterpiece: Garden Route National Park
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$94

Garden Route National Park
Vast national park featuring a rugged, rocky shoreline, numerous hiking trails & subtropical forest.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$94
Day 3Marine Marvels and Historic Treasures: uShaka Marine World, Voortrekker Monument, and Bourke's Luck Potholes
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$238

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$ 14

uShaka Marine World
Family-friendly oceanfront aquarium & water park with a snorkelling lagoon & shark cage dives.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$156
406 - 488 min

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Voortrekker Monument
Imposing edifice commemorating the Afrikaans settlers who arrived in the country during the 1830s.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$31
315 - 378 min

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Bourke's Luck Potholes
Popular geological attraction formed by water erosion, with walkways & bridges for visitors.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$50
Day 4Thrills and Excitement at Gold Reef City Theme Park
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$125

Gold Reef City Theme Park
More than 30 roller coasters & thrill rides, an interactive history of gold mining & a 4D theater.
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$125
Day 5Encountering Wildlife and Unraveling Human Origins
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$157

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$ 7

National Zoological Gardens of South Africa
210-acre zoo and research hub including a reptile park, aquarium and exotic tree collection.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$63
72 - 87 min

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Maropeng: Official Visitor Centre for the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage site
Modern visitor center for UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind, site of important fossil finds.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$94
Day 6Unveiling South Africa's Struggle for Freedom: Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum, and Two Oceans Aquarium
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$188

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$ 14

Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
Infamous century-old prison, now a center with the High Court, tours & exhibitions on local history.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
16 - 20 min

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Apartheid Museum
Museum chronicling the story of 20th-century South Africa & the now-defunct apartheid system.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$63
915 - 1098 min

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Two Oceans Aquarium
Modern indoor aquarium & conservation center offering close encounters with sharks & penguins.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$75
Day 7Journeying through History: Castle of Good Hope, Bay Harbour Market, and Boulders Beach
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$113

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$ 14

Castle of Good Hope
Expansive, 17th-century, colonial castle housing military & historical art museums.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$31
45 - 54 min

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Bay Harbour Market
Rustic-chic marketplace featuring food vendors & handmade craft items, plus regular live music.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$31
52 - 63 min

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Boulders Beach
Sheltered public bay with a sandy beach & boardwalk, plus free-roaming colony of African penguins.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$50
Day 8Encountering Majestic Elephants at Addo Elephant National Park
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$125

Addo Elephant National Park
Country's 3rd-largest national park, with hundreds of elephants & also home to lions & black rhinos.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$125
Day 9Embarking on a Safari Adventure at Kruger National Park
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$250

Kruger National Park
South Africa's first National Park containing significant numbers of all of the big 5 game species.
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$250
Day 10Reaching New Heights: Table Mountain National Park and Cape of Good Hope
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$157

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$ 7

Table Mountain National Park
Nature reserve encompassing the iconic mountain, a penguin colony, forest, beaches & walking trails.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$94
38 - 46 min

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Cape of Good Hope
Tip of the Cape Peninsula forming part of a protected wildlife reserve with picnic spots and walks.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$63

Budget breakdown: $1639 In total

Activities & Food:$1569
Transport:$70