Discover South Africa
While this country’s spotted and striped inhabitants are memorable, it’s the social, political, and cultural lessons of South Africa that are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Standing in Nelson Mandela’s former home adds powerful context to his fight for democracy and reconciliation, while Cape Town is a favorite destination for many, thanks to its cosmopolitan atmosphere and stunning scenery. As you explore South Africa’s cultural diversity, remarkable wildlife, and natural landmarks, you’ll begin to understand the story of an entire continent.
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Day 1: Fly to South Africa
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Day 2: Fly to South Africa
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Day 3: Johannesburg
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a guided tour of Soweto
With your expert local guide you will see:- Homes of Winnie Mandela and Bishop Desmond Tutu
- Former home of Nelson Mandela
Take a guided tour of Johannesburg
Visit the Apartheid Museum
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Day 4: Kruger National Park area
Travel via Witbank and Middelburg to Nelspruit
Travel to Kruger National Park area
Take a walk through a traditional Shangaan village
Visit a local school
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Day 5: Kruger National Park
Take a full-day game drive at Kruger National Park
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Day 6: Johannesburg
Take a morning bush walk
Travel along the Panorama Route
- Blyde River Canyon
- God's Window
- Bourke’s Luck Potholes
Visit the gold rush town of Pilgrims Rest
Continue on to Johannesburg
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Day 7: Cape Town
Fly to Cape Town
Enjoy free time at the beach
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Day 8: Cape Town
Visit the summit of Table Mountain
Take a guided tour of Cape Town
With your expert local guide you will see:- Devil’s Peak
- Lion’s Head
- Company Gardens
- Castle of Good Hope
- Greenmarket Square
- Victoria and Alfred waterfront
Visit the South Africa Museum
Visit Robben Island
- Nelson Mandela's prison cell
- Lime quarries
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Day 9: Cape Town
Visit Cape Town's exclusive suburbs
With your expert local guide you will see:- Sea Point
- Clifton
- Camps Bay
Visit Hout Bay
Optional: Duiker Island cruise (book on tour only)
Continue on to the Cape Point Nature Reserve
Visit an African Penguin colony
Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
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Day 10: Cape Town • Depart
Enjoy free time until departure
Add this in-depth excursion:
Langa Township Tour
Head to Langa, a former South African township or dormitory-styled, racially divided suburb. En route, you’ll gain local insight into the socio-political realities of pre and post-apartheid. With your expert guide, you’ll visit the local community center where residents can learn job and life skills. Next you’ll visit a music studio where you’ll practice drum lessons with local musicians. On your guided walking tour, you’ll connect with locals before visiting a local preschool and a shebeen (community center).Board an overnight flight
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Day 11: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly to South Africa
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Day 2: Fly to South Africa
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Day 3: Johannesburg
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a guided tour of Soweto
With your expert local guide you will see:- Homes of Winnie Mandela and Bishop Desmond Tutu
- Former home of Nelson Mandela
Take a guided tour of Johannesburg
Visit the Apartheid Museum
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Day 4: Kruger National Park area
Travel via Witbank and Middelburg to Nelspruit
Travel to Kruger National Park area
Take a walk through a traditional Shangaan village
Visit a local school
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Day 5: Kruger National Park
Take a full-day game drive at Kruger National Park
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Day 6: Johannesburg
Take a morning bush walk
Travel along the Panorama Route
- Blyde River Canyon
- God's Window
- Bourke’s Luck Potholes
Visit the gold rush town of Pilgrims Rest
Continue on to Johannesburg
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Day 7: Cape Town
Fly to Cape Town
Enjoy free time at the beach
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Day 8: Cape Town
Visit the summit of Table Mountain
Take a guided tour of Cape Town
With your expert local guide you will see:- Devil’s Peak
- Lion’s Head
- Company Gardens
- Castle of Good Hope
- Greenmarket Square
- Victoria and Alfred waterfront
Visit the South Africa Museum
Visit Robben Island
- Nelson Mandela's prison cell
- Lime quarries
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Day 9: Cape Town
Visit Cape Town's exclusive suburbs
With your expert local guide you will see:- Sea Point
- Clifton
- Camps Bay
Visit Hout Bay
Optional: Duiker Island cruise (book on tour only)
Continue on to the Cape Point Nature Reserve
Visit an African Penguin colony
Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
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Day 10: Cape Town • Depart
Enjoy free time until departure
Add this in-depth excursion:
Langa Township Tour
Head to Langa, a former South African township or dormitory-styled, racially divided suburb. En route, you’ll gain local insight into the socio-political realities of pre and post-apartheid. With your expert guide, you’ll visit the local community center where residents can learn job and life skills. Next you’ll visit a music studio where you’ll practice drum lessons with local musicians. On your guided walking tour, you’ll connect with locals before visiting a local preschool and a shebeen (community center).Board an overnight flight
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Day 11: Arrive home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Internal flights
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 7 dinners
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; Game drives
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Entrances
Apartheid Museum; Cradle of Humankind; Maropeng Visitor Centre; Constitution Hill; Kruger National Park; Toboggan ride; Graskop Gorge Lift; District Six Museum; Table Mountain summit; Robben Island; Cape Point Nature Reserve; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
