Customised holidayTR-W26-ZA-04
Cape Town, Garden Route, Sun City and MabulaSouth Africa in 10 nights
- 11 Days · 10 Nights
- South Africa · 5 Cities
- Valid till 31 Mar 2027
- Any date you choose
Cape Town (3N)Oudtshoorn (1N)Knysna (2N)Sun City (2N)Mabula (2N)
View day-wise itinerary →Holiday includes
- Hotel
- Meals
- Sightseeing
- Transport
- FlightsOptional
A private driver-guide on the Cape and the Garden Route; private transfers and open-vehicle game drives on safari. Prafull plans and answers every message himself.
Holiday highlights
- Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula
- Route 62, Oudtshoorn and Knysna
- Sun City and a Pilanesberg game drive
- Two nights at a private game lodge at Mabula
Itinerary (day wise)
Ten nights with everything: the Cape, the Garden Route, Sun City and Pilanesberg, and two nights at a private Big Five game lodge at Mabula with all meals and four game drives.
Day 1Arrive in Cape Town
Airport to hotel · about 30 minutes
Your driver meets you at Cape Town airport for a private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours: walk the city centre, or head to the V&A Waterfront for its shops and restaurants by the harbour.
No meals included today Overnight: Cape Town
Day 2Cape Town and Table Mountain
A half-day private guided tour of the city, with the cable car to the top of Table Mountain (weather permitting) and a drive and walk through the centre. In the afternoon you could take the boat to Robben Island, shop at Canal Walk or go wine tasting in the Constantia or Stellenbosch winelands (all optional).
Breakfast Overnight: Cape Town
Day 3The Cape Peninsula
A full-day private guided tour down the peninsula: a photo stop at Camps Bay, a boat ride from Hout Bay to the seals of Seal Island, and the cliff road of Chapman's Peak Drive (both weather permitting). At Cape Point, ride the funicular to the lighthouses and stop at the Cape of Good Hope, then lunch in Simon's Town (at your own cost) and the African penguins of Boulders Beach.
Breakfast Overnight: Cape Town
Day 4Route 62 to Oudtshoorn
About 400 km · a scenic day's drive
Leave Cape Town for the Garden Route by Route 62, the scenic inland road through the winelands and mountain passes of the Little Karoo, to Oudtshoorn. The evening is free.
Breakfast Overnight: Oudtshoorn
Day 5Oudtshoorn, then on to Knysna
About 100 km
Guided visits to a working ostrich farm, the limestone chambers of the Cango Caves and the Cango Wildlife Ranch, then on to Knysna on its lagoon.
Breakfast Overnight: Knysna
Day 6A free day on the Garden Route
A day for your choice of the coast's highlights (optional, at extra cost): the suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth in Tsitsikamma, the Bloukrans bungee jump, the Monkeyland and Birds of Eden sanctuaries, or shark-cage diving at Mossel Bay. In the evening, a sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon.
Breakfast Overnight: Knysna
Day 7Fly to Johannesburg, on to Sun City
Flight, then about 2.5 hours by road
A transfer to George airport for the flight to Johannesburg (not included). You are met on arrival and driven to the Sun City resort. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the resort.
Breakfast Overnight: Sun City
Day 8A Big Five game drive in Pilanesberg
A morning or afternoon game drive in an open safari vehicle in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, an old volcanic crater home to lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. The rest of the day is for Sun City, including the Valley of the Waves.
Breakfast Overnight: Sun City
Day 9Sun City to Mabula Private Game Reserve
About 3 hours by road
A road transfer to Mabula, a private Big Five reserve in the bushveld of Limpopo. Lunch, an afternoon game drive and dinner at the lodge.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Mabula
Day 10Game drives at Mabula
Morning and afternoon game drives across Mabula's grassland and bush, with all meals at the lodge.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Mabula
Day 11A last game drive, then home
About 2.5 hours by road
A morning game drive if time allows, then the road transfer to O. R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg for your flight home.
Breakfast
Tour details
Accommodation
Choose your hotel. The route and sightseeing are the same with every hotel.
| City | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Cape Town3 nights | Holiday Inn Express Cape Town / or similar |
| Oudtshoorn1 night | Turnberry Boutique Hotel / or similar |
| Knysna2 nights | The Russel Hotel / or similar |
| Sun City2 nights | Sun City Cabanas / or similar |
| Mabula2 nights | Mabula Game Lodge / or similar |
| City | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Cape Town3 nights | Southern Sun Cape Sun / or similar |
| Oudtshoorn1 night | La Plume Boutique Guest House / or similar |
| Knysna2 nights | Knysna Log Inn / or similar |
| Sun City2 nights | Sun City Hotel / or similar |
| Mabula2 nights | Mabula Game Lodge / or similar |
| City | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Cape Town3 nights | Taj Cape Town / or similar |
| Oudtshoorn1 night | La Plume Boutique Guest House (suite) / or similar |
| Knysna2 nights | Simola Hotel / or similar |
| Sun City2 nights | The Cascades / or similar |
| Mabula2 nights | Safari Plains / or similar |
Hotels are from the list shown or similar, subject to availability, in the room types our partner quotes, with breakfast daily.
Package cost
Price per person in US dollars, sharing a room, by the number of guests travelling together. Land only; GST 5% and TCS extra.
| Hotel | 2 guests | 3 guests (triple room) | 4 guests | 6 guests | 8 guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-star hotelsComfortable, well-placed hotels | USD 2,681 | USD 2,394 | USD 2,134 | USD 1,919 | USD 1,767 |
| 4-star hotelsA step up in comfort | USD 3,057 | USD 2,642 | USD 2,529 | USD 2,321 | USD 2,175 |
| 5-star hotelsTaj Cape Town, Simola and luxury lodges | USD 3,666 | USD 3,001 | USD 3,139 | USD 2,930 | USD 2,784 |
A private driver-guide and vehicle for the Cape and the Garden Route; private transfers from Johannesburg; game drives in open safari vehicles.
Rates in US dollars per person, valid for travel until 31 March 2027. GST 5% and TCS extra as per Government of India rules. Payable in INR at the prevailing exchange rate.
Optional add-ons
Not in the package price. Add them when you book.
| Upgrade or extra | Price |
|---|---|
| Robben Island or a winelands tourAdded on your free afternoon in Cape Town | On request |
| Garden Route activitiesTsitsikamma, the Bloukrans bungee, Monkeyland, shark-cage diving | On request |
| FlightsMumbai to Cape Town, George to Johannesburg and home, quoted for your dates | On request |
Tour information
Read this to prepare for your holiday.
Tour inclusions
- Hotels as listed for your chosen level, with breakfast daily
- Private transfer on arrival in Cape Town
- Half-day private guided Cape Town city tour, with Table Mountain cable car tickets
- Full-day private guided Cape Peninsula tour, with the Seal Island boat, the Cape Point funicular and entry to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach
- Garden Route visits: Cango Wildlife Ranch, the Cango Caves heritage tour and an ostrich farm tour
- A private driver-guide and vehicle for full days on the Garden Route, including dinner transfers when needed
- All meals at the Mabula lodge (and local drinks at Safari Plains with the 5-star level)
- Private transfers from Johannesburg airport to Sun City, Sun City to Mabula, and Mabula to the airport
- Use of the Sun City resort facilities
- A morning or afternoon game drive in Pilanesberg Game Reserve
- Two morning and two afternoon game drives at Mabula
Tour exclusions
- International flights, and the internal flight from George to Johannesburg where the trip includes it
- South African visa, if needed, and travel insurance (compulsory for South Africa)
- Lunches, dinners and drinks not listed
- Optional activities and entry fees not listed
- Tips and personal expenses
- GST 5% and TCS
Good to know
- Prices are per person in US dollars, sharing a room, land only, by the number of guests travelling together, and are payable in rupees at the day's exchange rate. Valid for travel until 31 March 2027; Christmas, New Year and South African school holidays may cost more.
- Children aged 2 to 11 and single travellers have their own rates, quoted on request.
- The internal flight from George to Johannesburg (on the safari trips) is not included; we book it for you at the best fare for your dates.
- Your private vehicle: a sedan or MPV for 2, a 7-seat minivan for 3 or 4, and a Toyota Quantum or similar for 6 to 8.
- Table Mountain, the Seal Island boat and Chapman's Peak depend on the weather; your guide rearranges the days if needed.
- Indian passport holders need a visa for South Africa; we send you the current checklist when you book.
- Travel insurance is compulsory for South Africa.
When to go
October to April. Cape Town and the Garden Route are warm and dry from October to April. Game viewing in Kruger is best in the dry winter, May to September, when animals gather at water; safaris run all year.
Our favourite months
Cancellation policy & payment terms
Payment terms
| At the time of booking | 50% of the package cost, to confirm the booking |
|---|---|
| At least 30 days before travel | Balance 50% of the package cost |
Cancellation charges
| 45 days or more | 10% of the package cost |
|---|---|
| 44 – 30 days | 25% of the package cost |
| 29 – 15 days | 50% of the package cost |
| 14 – 7 days | 75% of the package cost |
| Less than 7 days / no-show | 100% of the package cost |
- Flights, trains and houseboats are paid in full at the time of ticketing or confirmation.
- Payments by bank transfer (NEFT / RTGS / IMPS), UPI or cheque in favour of TripRoutes. Card payments may carry a convenience fee.
- GST 5% is charged on the package cost as per government rules. On international holidays, TCS also applies as per government rules.
- Cancellation charges are per person, counted from the date of departure.
- Cancellations must be sent in writing by email or WhatsApp; the date we receive it is the cancellation date.
- Air and train tickets are refunded as per the airline / railway rules, plus our service charge.
- Visa fees, insurance premiums and non-refundable hotel or houseboat bookings (peak dates, special events) are not refundable.
- Refunds are processed within 15 working days of receiving supplier refunds.
- There is no refund for services not used during the holiday.
- Hotels may ask for a refundable security deposit at check-in, paid directly to the hotel.
- Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- TripRoutes is not liable for changes caused by weather, strikes, roadblocks, flight delays or government orders; extra costs arising are payable by the guest.
Questions about this holiday
How much does the Cape Town, Garden Route, Sun City and Mabula trip cost?
The 10-night Cape Town, Garden Route, Sun City and Mabula holiday costs USD 2,681 to USD 3,666 per person on twin sharing, depending on the hotel you choose (3 options), land only. Rates for a third adult, a single traveller and children are in the price table on the page. GST (5%) and TCS are extra as per government rules, and prices in US dollars are payable in rupees at the day's exchange rate. Flights are quoted for your dates.
What is the best time for this South Africa trip?
October to April. Cape Town and the Garden Route are warm and dry from October to April. Game viewing in Kruger is best in the dry winter, May to September, when animals gather at water; safaris run all year.
Can this itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every TripRoutes trip is private, so we can add or remove nights, swap Cape Town or any other stop, change hotels, or adjust the pace.
Which safari should I choose in South Africa?
Pilanesberg, next to Sun City, is easy and good for families. Kruger is Africa's most famous park. A private reserve like Mabula gives you game drives from your lodge with all meals. Each of our safari trips starts with the Cape and the Garden Route.
How many days do you need for South Africa?
Six nights covers Cape Town and the Garden Route. Eight to ten nights adds a safari at Sun City and Pilanesberg, Kruger or Mabula.
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Plan with Prafull
Make this holiday yours
Tell Prafull your dates and who is coming. He will send a revised plan and an exact price, usually within a few hours.
- WhatsApp +91 91673 84834
- Call +91 74800 66666
- prafull.pitale@triproutes.in
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