South Africa: Cape Town & Kruger in 10 Days
South Africa
Overview
This route pairs South Africa's two strongest draws: Cape Town's mountain, coastline and nearby Winelands for city-and-scenery days, then a flight north via Johannesburg to Kruger National Park for a proper multi-day safari — one of Africa's most reliable Big Five destinations, with well-developed lodges at every budget level.
- Duration
- 10 days
- Pace
- Balanced
- Transport
- Mixed
- Estimated budget (comfortable)
- €1,800–€2,400
Route
1. Cape Town2. Kruger National Park3. Johannesburg
Highlights
- Table Mountain cable car at sunset
- A Winelands day trip to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
- Game drives in Kruger tracking the Big Five
- Cape of Good Hope and the penguins at Boulders Beach
Worth knowing
- Cape Town to Kruger requires a flight via Johannesburg — no direct fast option
- Malaria prophylaxis is generally recommended for the Kruger region
- Safari lodges range hugely in price — book early for the best value options
Day by day
Day 1
Cape TownMain activities
- Arrive, settle in
- V&A Waterfront
Overnight: Cape Town
Day 2
Cape TownMain activities
- Table Mountain cable car
- Bo-Kaap neighbourhood
Overnight: Cape Town
Day 3
Cape TownMain activities
- Cape of Good Hope
- Boulders Beach penguins
Overnight: Cape Town
Day 4
Cape TownMain activities
- Winelands day trip — Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
Overnight: Cape Town
Day 5
Cape Town → Johannesburg → KrugerMain activities
- Flight to Johannesburg, connecting flight or drive to Kruger (~5h total)
- Evening game drive
~5 hours totalOvernight: Kruger National Park
Day 6
Kruger National ParkMain activities
- Full-day game drives
Overnight: Kruger National Park
Day 7
Kruger National ParkMain activities
- Full-day game drives
Optional additions
- Guided bush walk
Overnight: Kruger National Park
Day 8
Kruger National ParkMain activities
- Morning game drive
- Fly to Johannesburg
Overnight: Johannesburg
Day 9
JohannesburgMain activities
- Apartheid Museum
- Soweto tour
Overnight: Johannesburg
Day 10
JohannesburgMain activities
- Departure
Overnight: Johannesburg
Alternatives
Shorter version · 7 days
Drop Johannesburg's extra day and fly out directly after the safari.
Longer extension · 14 days
Add the Garden Route between Cape Town and the flight north.