9 Day Good value Cape Town, Winelands & Kruger

Overview
This itinerary showcases South Africa’s top three destinations, with carefully selected accommodations designed to place you right at the heart of each region. Your journey begins at a luxurious waterside hotel in Cape Town’s vibrant V&A Waterfront, before taking you to the Cape Winelands, a picturesque region known for its world-class food, wine, and stunning landscapes framed by craggy mountains. Both accommodations in Cape Town and the Winelands are ideally located, offering easy access to nearby attractions, and the well-paced itinerary ensures you have ample time to explore, whether independently or through guided day tours.

A short domestic flight will then transport you to a completely different environment. Arriving near the Kruger National Park, your final destination is a private reserve on the park’s western border: the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. This renowned conservation area is celebrated for its exceptional wildlife sightings. Its thorny trees and grassy plains provide a perfect backdrop for Big 5 sightings – lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant – along with an array of other species, including hippos, giraffes, baboons, and warthogs.

This tour offers excellent value and is ideal for couples or solo travelers seeking a classic South African adventure at an affordable price. It’s also a great choice for families, with family-friendly accommodations in Cape Town and a range of shared experiences. At Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge, one of the best family lodges in the reserve, children of all ages can enjoy supervised, fun, and educational activities.

Highlights & Activities

• South Africa’s top destinations in one seamless itinerary
• Stay at the heart of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront
• Explore the stunning Cape Winelands, staying at a grand wine estate
• Peerless wildlife viewing in a private Kruger reserve
• Virtually guaranteed Big 5 sightings
• Family-friendly, en suite accommodation throughout

Summary

• Tour Duration: 9 Days
• Start: V&A Waterfront, South Africa
• End: Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa

What’s on Offer

• Direct flight from Cape Town to Kruger with all airport transfers included
• Accommodation at the heart of the V&A Waterfront
• Stay on a grand wine estate in the Cape Winelands
• Exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, including Big 5 sightings in a private reserve
• Family-friendly accommodation and activities for all ages

Days 1-4: At the Heart of the Waterfront | 3 Nights

V&A Waterfront, South Africa

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome and a private transfer from Cape Town International Airport to the Victoria and Alfred Hotel, ideally located right at the heart of Cape Town’s bustling Waterfront. Set alongside the water, with bobbing boats and lounging Cape fur seals as your backdrop, the hotel is just a short walk from the Robben Island ferry terminal, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, and an array of shops and restaurants. With two full days to explore, you’ll have ample time to discover the city’s highlights and venture beyond. Head south to Simon’s Town, where you can visit the famous penguin colony, or explore the stunning Cape Point, at the southern tip of the peninsula, nestled within a nature reserve known for its breathtaking beauty and wildlife. Feel free to inquire about day tours in Cape Town, or consult the hotel concierge for expert recommendations.

Days 4-6: Stay on a Wine Estate | 2 Nights

Cape Winelands, South Africa

After breakfast, a private transfer will take you about an hour outside of Cape Town to the heart of the Cape Winelands. Your home for the next two nights is The Spier Hotel, nestled on a scenic wine estate just outside Stellenbosch. Here, you’ll experience firsthand why this region is renowned for its world-class food and wine. Having undergone a culinary revolution in recent years, the Winelands offers exceptional ‘farm to table’ cuisine and some of the finest wines in South Africa. The hotel exudes a charming village vibe, and there’s no shortage of activities and experiences for guests to enjoy, from wine, cheese, and chocolate tastings to scenic walks through the vineyards. Whether you choose to explore on your own or opt for a guided day tour, there’s something for everyone. Feel free to ask us for further information on available tours.

Days 6-9: A Private Big 5 Safari | 3 Nights

Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa

After breakfast at Spier, you’ll be transferred back to Cape Town Airport for your direct flight to Skukuza Airport, where an afternoon game drive awaits you, complete with a bush sunset. Your destination is Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge, located in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve, renowned for its exceptional wildlife viewing and almost guaranteed sightings of the Big 5. As a private reserve, Sabi Sand offers unique experiences not available in national parks: your guide will take you off-road for closer encounters with wildlife and conduct thrilling night drives using spotlights to observe nocturnal creatures. The lodge offers comfortable thatched chalets with en suite bathrooms. Families traveling with children will appreciate the lodge’s three dedicated clubs designed to cater to age-appropriate activities, ensuring everyone enjoys their safari experience.