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Cradle of Humankind & Northern Safari | Wildlife & African Cultural Heritage

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Cradle of Humankind & Northern Safari | Wildlife & African Cultural Heritage

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Cradle of Humankind & Northern Safari | Wildlife & African Cultural Heritage

Take a journey with us traveling slowly through the fascinating northern parts of South Africa, rich in both cultural and historical legacies. You will visit various cultural sites that each offer unique experiences with a chance to sample the diversity of this rainbow nation and our common ancestral roots, which bind us all together as humankind. On top of this, a chance to visit two world-class Game Reserves during the trip makes this well-rounded!

ITINERARY

Apartheid & Culture | Jo'burg & Soweto

Be welcomed by your guide at your time of choice, preferably in the morning. Pick up can either be directly from the airport (O.R. Tambo International) or from your place of choice in Johannesburg. Beginning our tour around Johannesburg, we spend the first day visiting the many fascinating cultural aspects of the City of Gold. We head off to the south western areas, where both a tour of the Soweto township and a visit to the Apartheid museum start the contrast of cultures in the economic beating heart of RSA. In the evening, transfer across to Maropeng, the Cradle of Humankind, to check into your lovely boutique hotel and relax. Dinner will be enjoyed at the hotel at leisure. Read more

Maropeng | 2 Nights
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Cradle of Humankind Precincts | Maropeng

Today you experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is the Cradle of Humankind, where a large number of remains of our early human ancestors have been repeatedly found, and the story of our origins over the past few million years, are told in spectacular glory. We take a look at both the Maropeng precinct and the Sterkfontein caves. This after enjoying a buffet breakfast at your hotel. Enjoy the late afternoon at leisure. Optional activities such as the Lion & Safari Park, or Lesedi Cultural Village are possible. Read more

Mokopane | 1 Night
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Cradle of Humankind Precincts | Maropeng

Mapungubwe NP | Culture & Wilderness

We continue our journey North after breakfast, as we drive to the border of Zimbabwe, where we find remnants of the Great Zimbabwe Kingdom from a thousand years ago. Set in a pristine National Park, we spend a few days learning of this fascinating culture and searching for wildlife. Packing up and enjoying an early breakfast at Maropeng Boutique Hotel, we head off northwards along what is known as the Ivory Road. Leaving the bustling cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria, we travel into the wilderness, stopping over for lunch somewhere along the way. We also stop for provisions in a nearby town, before travelling the final leg to Mapungubwe National Park. Read more

Mapungubwe | 3 Nights
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Game Drive | Exploring Mapungubwe

Today we focus only on safari. Journeying around the natural landscape, and stopping at some fascinating vistas such as the Confluence, which shows both Botswana and Zimbabwe from the viewpoint. We can hope to see Elephant, Rhino, lots of antelope, Giraffe, Bushpig, Leopard, and Lion!

Mapungubwe | 3 Nights
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Cultural Landscape Musuem & Walk

Today we continue our safari, with an early morning game drive. After a hearty meal, we head off on a guided walk in the bush. This takes us up onto the Mapungubwe Hill, and tells us the story of the Kingdom and it's remains still seen today. Later we visit the World Class museum, with golden artifacts and fascinating videos and pictures that tell the story of a once thriving African Kingdom. The building also won the World Architecture Award in 2009. This all gives Mapungubwe firm rights as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We end the day with another game drive and enjoy sundowners as the Sun sets over the majestic landscape. Read more

Mapungubwe | 3 Nights
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Venda Route | Local Culture & Tradition

We leave Mapungubwe National Park to travel onto magical Venda territory, sampling this fascinating landscape, rich in cultural legacy and mysticism. It seems like a different country, and the proud Venda people have many fascinating spiritual sites to explore. We take a look at the Dzata Ruins, Lake Fundudzi (the only natural inland lake in South Africa), Phipidi Falls, and more! This is also the area of various tribes and their long and proud histories, including Modjadji the 'Rain Queen.' Read more

Thohoyandou | 2 Nights
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Easy Hiking | Grand Forest & Rivers

Staying high up on the mountain, close to the chief's residence and in a local Royal Homestead, we take an easy hike on this day. Crossing indigenous forests, we journey to a river where the Pothole is situated. There is plenty of time to relax here, enjoy lunch, swim, and marvel at the view. We then journey back to our camp to enjoy dinner and sit around the fire under the stars over-looking much of Venda. Read more

Thohoyandou | 2 Nights
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The Rain Queen | Local Craft Brewery

Saying good bye to Venda, we journey south and stop for lunch at the Modjaji Cycad Reserve. This tells the story of Modjaji, the Rain Queen, and one of the tribes ruled through the last centuries by woman. We then spend the rest of the day up in the Magoebaskloof Mountains, tasting the local craft beer made from the sweet waters which flow pure and clean down the mountain. We enjoy beer tasting at the Brewery before spending the afternoon in typical holiday-style, with many options to rest and relax, and some interesting activities (optional) on offer; hiking, walks, swimming in the river, fishing, horse-riding, and more. Read more

Magoebaskloof | 1 Night
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The Rain Queen | Local Craft Brewery

Kruger National Park | Wild Africa

From here we travel further into the bush for another four nights to end your journey in style, visiting the world-famous Kruger National Park. We take our time exploring the middle and southern sections of the Park, with all of the variety and diversity of landscape and animals that this park offers. Spend 2 nights in each region, with morning and afternoon safaris at your own time, exploring this unique wilderness. Optional guided bush walks and night drives are possible. Read more

Kruger NP | 4 Nights
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Exploring Kruger | Big 5 Search

We enjoy a typical routine in the bush, rising early and enjoying a morning game drive exploring Kruger and searching for wildilfe. Returning back to camp for a hearty breakfast, we then relax during the heat of the day, visiting the camp museum, enjoying the swimming pool, and just chilling out! In the afternoon, we set out again for an evening game drive learning and looking for all the fascinating aspects of this true wilderness. Read more

Kruger NP | 4 Nights
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Southern Kruger | Big Game Territory

We shift camps today, leaving early again on a game drive. Stopping in the morning for a hearty breakfast at one of the great picnic spots, we then continue to our camp for the next two nights. Once arriving, we settle in and relax again. In the afternoon, we head out for a game drive. Returning to camp for dinner sitting around the fire listening to the sounds of the bush, we enjoy a night drive with a chance to spot the nocturnal animals of the wilderness. Read more

Kruger NP | 4 Nights
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Becoming a Person of the Bush

Having spent this time in both South Africa and the bush, you will become accustomed to the flow of the natural cycle in the bush. Waking up early will be natural and your eyes will have adjusted to spotting animals in the bush like a pro! We enjoy our final full day on tour exploring the Park and building on everything we have learnt and seen. You body will also be accustomed to the rhythms of life as it once was and you will be in true holiday mode. We enjoy a usual bush day. Read more

Kruger NP | 4 Nights
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Tour Ends | Travel Back to Jo'burg

Waking up early, we enjoy one last long game drive out of Kruger, searching for anything or everything we haven't seen. On the way, we enjoy a hearty breakfast before ending our Kruger Park journey at the gates. From here we transfer back to Johannesburg and your own itinerary or flights home. The journey takes about 4 hours, with stops along the way. Read more

Flights home | Own Itinerary

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Maropeng
Hotel Maropeng Boutique Hotel | COMFORT
Day 3
Location Mapungubwe
Hotel Vhembe Wilderness Camp
Day 6
Location Venda
Hotel Fundudzi Cultural Homestead
Day 8
Location Magoebaskloof
Hotel Zwakala River Retreat | COMFORT
Day 9
Location Kruger National Park
Hotel Rest Camp (Variety)

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • Transfer from/to the airport
  • Transport during the tour
  • Accommodation
  • Local guides
  • Information services
  • Entrance fees
  • All activities *unless optional
  • All meals *unless for own expense

Package excludes

  • International Airfare
  • Personal expenses
  • Visa, consular fees or any other formalities
  • Gratuities
  • Beverages
  • Additional journeys and transfers
  • Pre and Post Tour accommodation

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  • Prices are per person sharing (double room), except for the solo traveler.
  • Single supplement generally adds 30% to per person sharing price.
  • This trip is FULLY CUSTOMISABLE. In addition, you can decide on your accommodation level, it is set to STANDARD.

REVIEWS

13 Reviews

Molly, United States

This was my first visit to Africa and to be honest...I had no idea what to expect and was a bit nervous. The trip turned out to be one that far exceeded my expectations with great memories that will last a lifetime. Booking a trip with Siya Phambile was great choice and one that I would make again.

Dustin, United States

I highly recommend! Our guide Benjami was amazing! Some words to describe him: knowledgeable, patience, fun and organized. The Safari was outstanding. The accommodations where better than I had expected. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat!

Lucy, United States

I had an amazing experience with Siya Phambile Expeditions. Benjamin was our most excellent guide and he truly went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed the beauty and wonders of South Africa. The Safari Tour at Kruger National Reserve was incredible.

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