First step in South Africa

Arrival at Johannesburg international airport according to the flight schedule booked by you. After collecting your luggage, welcome by our local French-speaking representative and assistance. Delivery of travel documents. Then transfer to the guesthouse. Lunch at your own charge. Start your trip with a guided tour of Johannesburg known as the city of gold. Depending on your arrival time, you can visit the Apartheid Museum (optional). Entirely dedicated to the black period of South Africa, it has become in a very short time a must-see in the country. Very complete, this moving museum explains the difficulties encountered by the different communities during Apartheid.

Dinner. Overnight at Melrose Place Guest House or similar.

Breakfast. Guided tour of Soweto. Share this unique moment with the local population and discover the most famous suburb of the apartheid history.

Local lunch. Walk down Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world to have been home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Nelson Mandela, the former president of South Africa and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Visit Nelson Mandela's former home and view some of his relics. Possibility to meet one of our partner associations.

Dinner. Overnight at Melrose Place Guest House or similar.

Breakfast. We will the continue to the Mpumalanga region. Drive along the scenic route and explore the different panoramas that this famous South African road offers. The Blyde River canyon, the 3rd largest canyon in the world, can be seen from all angles. Stop at the impressive waterfalls such as Lone Creek, Bridal Veil, Mac Mac pools and Falls which will put you in the best conditions to start your immersion in the north of the country.

Picnic lunch on the way. Stroll through Pilgrim's Rest, a former mining village with restored late 19th century homes. Drive up the scenic route to your accommodation.

Dinner. Overnight at Zur Alten Mine Lodge or similar.

Breakfast. Take time to admire the natural wonders that are all around you. Head back north and start the day with a leisurely stroll around the Berlin and Lisbon waterfalls. You will also be able to explore the local markets and see the local crafts. Visit the highlights of the famous Panoramic Route such as God's Window, Wonder View and The Pinnacle Rock which offer spectacular views of the area. The Three Rondavels, a rocky massif reminiscent of an African hut, sits atop a canyon wall. Lunch on the way. Appointment at Bourke's Luck Potholes, also called "giant's pots" or "witches' cauldrons" which demonstrate the power of water.

Dinner. Overnight at Zur Alten Mine Lodge or similar.

Breakfast and let's go for your immersion. Meet in Hoedspruit where you will be eagerly awaited by Donald. He will drive you to his native village where you will experience a total South African immersion. Donald will make you discover his village so don't hesitate to be curious and ask all the questions that come to your mind. Take advantage of this moment to share and exchange with the inhabitants of the village. Live this unique experience that will allow you to discover South Africa as it really is.

All meals are included (breakfast, lunch, local dinner) except drinks.

Accommodation with local people.

Breakfast. The discovery in all simplicity and the sharing define the solidarity trip that awaits you on the spot. Enjoy this unique day surrounded by villagers and their families. Depending on the day's program, let yourself be guided by the local festivities or discover the local customs and traditions. Don't be afraid to pitch in, on the contrary, seize the opportunity offered to you to try things that you don't know. You will not be disappointed by the joy of living and the authenticity that reign on this village.

Lunch, dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast. Last day in immersion, enjoy these last moments with your hosts. On the program : possibility to ride horses, to visit a school or to attend a traditional event if it takes place (wedding, etc...). Be comfortable and follow the movement. Why not learn to weave a mat? You will taste the richness of the local cooking and smell the sweet and smoky bonfires that burn every night. Enjoy these special moments discussing culture, politics and any other facet of the daily life of our people.

Lunch, dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast. Say goodbye to your hosts and leave early in your vehicle to visit the Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage to see the animals, the young people and the local staff. They will introduce you to the camp and explain the role Daktari has in the local community. You will then go south to the Kruger National Park. It is one of the most famous parks in the world and is half the size of Holland. Lunch on the way. Departure for a safari in your vehicle. Be prepared to see the remarkable Big Five: buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion and rhino, as well as other impressive and remarkable wildlife: giraffe, crocodile, hippo, warthog, zebra.

Dinner and overnight at the Royal Kruger Lodge or similar.

As soon as the sun rises, you will leave for a morning safari in your vehicle. You will be able to observe the density of the fauna and flora present in this emblematic park. The Kruger park offers a unique wildlife experience, getting up close and personal with the animals, leaving you with lasting memories. Breakfast on the way. The wildlife experience continues until your return to the lodge.

Lunch at the lodge. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Kruger Lodge or similar.

Breakfast. Free morning to enjoy the last moments you have left to live in the wilderness. Take time to relax and enjoy the activities offered by the lodge. Private transfer from the lodge to the airport. Free lunch on the way. Check in your luggage and fly to Cape Town.

Arrival at the airport, baggage claim and welcome by your new local guide. Transfer and installation. You will discover another facet of South Africa. The "Mother City" as it is called remains the must-see of the country.

Dinner. Overnight at The Lions Guest House or similar.

Breakfast. Experience Cape Town like no other! Jump on a scooter and take the unique opportunity to discover Table Mountain and its breathtaking views. This 5km trail will take you on an adventurous track from Signal Hill to Bo Kaap. The experience continues until your final descent of a unique trail off this world famous natural splendor! A fun way to combine sport and discovery of one of the seven wonders of nature. Lunch at your own charge.

Afternoon free. Optional: visit Groot Constantia, South Africa's oldest winery. You can take advantage of this moment to taste local wines.

Dinner. Overnight at The Lions Guest House or similar.

Breakfast. We meet at 8:30 am on the pontoon at the waterfront of Simon's Town and leave by kayak. We will have to paddle to observe a colony of penguins that have chosen Boulder's beach as their habitat. Lunch by the Atlantic Ocean under a surprising panorama. Continuation to Cape Point, the tip of the Cape Town peninsula and the famous Cape of Good Hope discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century. On the way back, stop at Muizenberg to discover the mythical colored huts facing the ocean. At 5:00 pm, we will go to the Bo-kapp district for your local cooking class.

Dinner and overnight stay at The Lions guesthouse or similar.

Breakfast. Visit of the Kirstenbosch botanical gardens which are located in the chic suburb of Cape Town. They present a great variety of plants from Southern Africa. Part of the Kirstenbosch Gardens is located on the slopes of Table Mountain, and other species are grown in the Conservatory's greenhouses. This botanical garden is one of the most renowned in the world for its collection and its exceptional location. Lunch. Visit of the city center of Cape Town and its famous Green Market Square.

Dinner. Overnight at The Lions Guest House or similar.

Breakfast. Free day. Take time to enjoy your last activities, make your local purchases or simply relax. Relax on the beach or we suggest you to visit the famous "Victoria & Albert Waterfront", a very lively harbor area with its shops and restaurants. Then head to the sixth district to discover the Slavery Museum and the Fort of Good Hope. If you wish, you can take a walk through an old fishing village, Hout Bay, to board on a cruise to Duiker Island, the seal island. Along the way, you may have the chance to see them up close. Possibility to swim with the seals (optional). Parcourez les sites phares de la célèbre

Transfer back to Cape Town airport depending on your flight schedule. Check-in and flight home in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay on board the plane.