Worldwide Escorted Tours 2024-2026

Day 1: UK to Johannesburg Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Johannesburg. Day 2: Johannesburg D On arrival, join your guided tour of Soweto, made famous for its role in the nation’s struggle against apartheid. Highlights of South Africa’s political history to be found in Soweto include the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial; Walter Sisulu Square; Vilakazi Street – the former home of two Nobel Peace Prize winners; and the brightly coloured Soweto Towers. After enjoying a traditional dinner relaxing to the sounds of the marimba, you’ll spend the night in the hotel. Day 3: Johannesburg to Kruger B/D After breakfast you’ll be transferred to the Kruger National Park. On the journey you’ll be making a stop at the red sandstone Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck Potholes, nestled within a seemingly endless river canyon which is covered in lush sub- tropical vegetation. You’ll arrive at your hotel in time for dinner and a refreshing night’s sleep, ready to begin your safari early in the morning. Day 4: Kruger B/D After meeting your local safari guide you’ll be taken to your open-sided 4x4 to begin a full day’s safari across one of the largest wildlife reserves in Africa. Kruger National Park is home to over 12,000 elephants, 27,000 African buffalo and 1,000 leopards. There are also frequent sightings of lion prides across the Park. At the end of the day you’ll head back to your hotel for dinner and rest. Day 5: Kruger to Hoedspruit B/L/D This morning you’ll visit the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. This world-famous centre has become a haven for the care of abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife. Animals are brought to the centre from all over South Africa and once healthy enough, are re-introduced back into their natural environments. These animals include lion, leopard, lynx, and honey badgers – among others. Later you’ll arrive at the Private Reserve with incredible panoramas across the Lowveld acacia bush, and savannah grasslands. In the afternoon you’ll go on your first safari in this special location and then head back to the lodge for dinner. Day 6: Hoedspruit B/L/D Today you’ll explore the reserve further, with a morning and afternoon safari. You’ll also have the chance to fully immerse yourself in the wondrous natural surroundings with guided walks into the wilderness. Day 7: Hoedspruit B/L/D Spend another exhilarating day searching for the majestic Big 5 and other wildlife on a morning and afternoon safari across the reserve. Day 8: Hoedspruit to Johannesburg to the UK B After breakfast you’ll have your last opportunity to search for the wild animals of this special South African reserve with your final morning safari. Afterwards you’ll be transferred to Johannesburg for your evening flight home where you’ll have the chance to admire your amazing photo collection of some of the world’s rarest animals, resting within their natural habitats. PLEASE NOTE: Participation in safari activities during this tour is entirely optional. You’re welcome to stay at the hotel if you wish. What you’ll see  Visit the culturally-significant township of Soweto and learn about the nation’s struggle at the Apartheid Museum  See the astonishingly beautiful Blyde River Canyon  Explore exceptional Kruger National Park  Seek out the Big 5 during safaris in a private reserve Experience the ultimate wildlife expedition through South Africa’s wildest safari reserves; beginning at the Blyde River Canyon you’ll enter the world of ‘big game’ and explore their territories across the awesome Kruger National Park, and a private reserve. Kruger National Park South Africa – Kruger & Private Reserve What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to South Africa with British Airways. See p132-133 for regional flights ✔ Where you’ll stay Johannesburg 4 H Indaba Hotel Fourways Kruger, 4 H ANEW Resort Hazyview Kruger Park Makalali, 4 H Makalali Main Lodge ✔ 15 meals ✔ 10 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide  Tour pace: Intermediate THIS TOUR EXPLORE Includes seven safaris Includes: Private vehicle & driver/guide or driver and local guides; return flights accommodation, meals and excursions as per Group Tour. DAILY DEPARTURES AVAILABLE Private Touring Option From only an extra £110 pp per day Extend your tour Cape Town City Stay 4 nights, 4 H B&B from £549 Rovos Train Experience* 4 nights from £2,649 Victoria Falls Experience* 4 nights, B&B from £899 Mauritius Beach Stay* 5 nights 4 H Half Board, from £599 *Please note one night spent in Johannesburg Prices from Sep 2024 £2,399 Jan 2026 £2,199 Oct 2024 £2,299 Mar 2026 £2,299 Jan 2025 £2,199 Apr 2026 £2,399 Mar 2025 £2,299 Jun 2026 £2,399 Jun 2025 £2,399 Jul 2026 £2,499 Jul 2025 £2,499 Sep 2026 £2,499 Sep 2025 £2,499 Oct 2026 £2,499 Oct 2025 £2,499 Nov 2026 £2,599 Nov 2025 £2,599 • Dates are available throughout each month • Lead-in price based on 23 Jan 25 & 22 Jan 26 • A single supplement starts from just £349 • Tipping paid locally £60 pp per tour Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details Africa & The Middle East 101