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South Africa From Safari to Sea
Journey Through Wildlife, Coastal Beauty, Cape Town, and Stories of Resilience
OVERVIEW
South Africa From Safari to Sea
Journey Through Wildlife, Coastal Beauty, Cape Town, and Stories of Resilience
September 26 - October 7, 2027
From $6,315 USD | $8,906 CAD
From the wild beauty of the Eastern Cape to the storied shores of Cape Town, this South African journey brings together creation, culture, history, and meaningful encounter. Begin at Kariega Game Reserve, where safari landscapes invite wonder and close attention to the natural world. Continue along the Garden Route through coastal forests, dramatic viewpoints, and Featherbed Nature Park before turning toward Hermanus for whale watching and wine country hospitality.
The final chapter unfolds in and around Cape Town through a visit to Stoney Point penguins, Robben Island, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain, Cape Peninsula, and community storytelling that reveals resilience, beauty, and connection.
Leonard & Mary Friesen
Tour Expert
12 Days
Duration
South Africa
Countries Visited
Moderately Active
Activity Level
Trip Highlights
Safari at Kariega - Experience the Eastern Cape’s wildlife and landscapes while staying at Kariega Game Reserve, where creation’s wonder sets the tone.
Discover the Garden Route - Travel through Tsitsikamma, Bloukrans, Plettenberg Bay, and Featherbed Nature Park, where forests, coastlines, and sweeping views shape the journey.
Experience Hermanus by Sea and Vine - Look for whales by boat, then enjoy a wine tasting that celebrates South Africa’s coastal beauty and generous hospitality.
Encounter Cape Town’s Living Story - Visit Robben Island, Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, and local communities while listening for stories of resilience, justice, and hope.
Explore Coastal Wonders and Wildlife - Meet Stoney Point penguins and journey the Cape Peninsula, where ocean views, rugged cliffs, and natural beauty unfold at every turn.
DAY 1 • September 26, 2027
Arrival Into Wonder
Arrive at Port Elizabeth Airport, where a local representative welcomes the group and assists with the transfer to Kariega Game Reserve. As the road leads into the Eastern Cape, the journey begins with a shift in pace, inviting travelers to notice the landscape, listen deeply, and settle into safari country.
Overnight: Kariega
DAY 2 • September 27, 2027
Life on Safari
Spend a full day at Kariega Game Reserve, surrounded by the rhythms of the bush and the beauty of South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Between shared meals, guided experiences, and quiet moments, the landscape opens a window into creation, reminding travelers to slow down, watch closely, and receive the day with wonder.
Overnight: Kariega
DAY 3 • September 28, 2027
Creation in Motion
Another full day at Kariega allows the group to deepen its connection with this remarkable place. The reserve’s changing light, open spaces, and wildlife encounters create room for reflection and gratitude, while the shared experience of safari becomes part of the journey’s unfolding story of beauty, belonging, and discovery.
Overnight: Kariega
DAY 4 • September 29, 2027
Coastlines and Forests
Leave Kariega and travel toward the Garden Route, where the scenery shifts from safari landscapes to coastal forests and dramatic viewpoints. Visit Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve and Bloukrans, places where sea, sky, and rugged terrain meet, before continuing to Plettenberg Bay for a restful evening along the coast.
Overnight: Plettenberg Bay
DAY 5 • September 30, 2027
Stories of the Forest
Explore Featherbed Nature Park, where a guided excursion and forest walk reveal the layered beauty of the Garden Route. With sweeping views, coastal air, and time to listen to the land, the day invites travelers into South Africa’s natural story, shaped by water, forest, and abundant life.
Overnight: Plettenberg Bay
DAY 6 • October 1, 2027
Toward the Whale Coast
Travel from Plettenberg Bay toward Hermanus, following changing landscapes as the journey turns west. After days of safari and forested coastline, the group arrives in a seaside town known for its ocean views and relaxed pace. Enjoy time at leisure before gathering again for dinner.
Overnight: Hermanus
DAY 7 • October 2, 2027
Whales and Wine Country
Begin the day with a whale-watching boat excursion, looking to the sea for signs of movement, grace, and wonder. In the afternoon, enjoy a wine tasting that reflects the hospitality and richness of the region, before sharing dinner and savoring the coastal beauty of Hermanus.
Overnight: Hermanus
DAY 8 • October 3, 2027
Penguins and Gardens
Visit the penguins at Stoney Point, where the shoreline offers a lively encounter with one of South Africa’s beloved coastal species. Continue toward Cape Town and spend the afternoon at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, where mountain views and native plants tell a story of biodiversity, care, and creation.
Overnight: Cape Town
DAY 9 • October 4, 2027
Resilience and Remembrance
Enter Cape Town’s powerful human story through a morning township tour, listening for voices of community, resilience, and daily life. After lunch, visit Robben Island, where the history of imprisonment and the struggle for freedom invites reflection on justice, courage, and hope across generations.
Overnight: Cape Town
DAY 10 • October 5, 2027
At the Cape’s Edge
Spend the day exploring the Cape Peninsula, where ocean roads, rugged cliffs, and wide horizons reveal the dramatic beauty of South Africa’s southwestern coast. Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve and travel along Chapman’s Peak Drive, taking in landscapes that invite awe, reflection, and gratitude.
Overnight: Cape Town
DAY 11 • October 6, 2027
Mountain, City, Farewell
Discover Cape Town through a half-day city tour and visit to Table Mountain, where the city, ocean, and surrounding peaks come into view. Enjoy a free afternoon for personal exploration before gathering for a farewell dinner at Gold Restaurant, celebrating the journey’s stories, flavours, and friendships.
Overnight: Cape Town
DAY 12 • October 7, 2027
Homeward with Gratitude
Depart Cape Town for home, carrying memories of safari landscapes, coastal roads, ocean encounters, gardens, and stories of resilience. The journey ends, but South Africa’s beauty and complexity continue to speak, inviting travelers to remember what they have seen, heard, and shared along the way.
Pricing
Registration By
Early Bird Rate until March 26, 2027
Standard Tour Fare
Shared Occupancy
$6,315 USD | $8,906 CAD
$7,025 USD | $9,906 CAD
Single Occupancy
$8,104 USD | $11,429 CAD
$8,814 USD | $12,429 CAD
What’s Included
11 nights of accommodations in carefully selected boutique hotels and lodges
All land and domestic flight transportation during the tour
Daily breakfasts, along with select lunches and dinners, including thoughtfully hosted group dining experiences featuring multi-course menus at local restaurants
All admission fees to included game drives, sightseeing, excursions, and cultural sites as detailed in the itinerary
The full-time services of a TourMagination Tour Expert to guide and support you throughout your journey
Knowledgeable, English-speaking local guides in select destinations, offering deeper cultural insight and enriching on-the-ground perspective
Gratuities for drivers, guides, game rangers, trackers, and included group meals
What’s Not Included
International airfare and associated fees
Visas, entry permits, and any required digital travel authorizations (if required)
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Beverages with meals (water is included)
Optional excursions, activities, and personal purchases
Gratuities for hotel staff, airport porters, and other personal services not explicitly included
Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended)
TOUR EXPERTS
Leonard & Mary Friesen
Historian · Writer · Educators · Adventurers
Leonard and Mary Friesen are seasoned tour leaders with TourMagination. They first discovered the Berner Oberland (the heart of the 2026 Swiss hiking adventure on offer) in 2000 when they took their three children on a “Grand European backpacking Tour”. The mountains and valleys around Grindelwald and Mürren were the highlights of the whole family trip that year.
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