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21 days
3280 km
- Explore Cape Town‘s stunning landscapes and vibrant neighbourhoods.
- Experience whale watching in Hermanus, the Whale Capital.
- Discover De Hoop Nature Reserve’s marine life and visit Cape Agulhas Lighthouse.
- Enjoy a luxury safari adventure in Kruger National Park.
- Drive the breathtaking Panorama Route in Mpumalanga.
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Fokke Baarssen
Netherlands
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Road Trip Itinerary
| Activities | Kms | Stay | |
| Day 1-5 | Land in Cape Town International Airport, stay 5 days in Cape Town, exploring its beautiful surroundings, stay 5 nights at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront. | 24 | Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront |
| Day 6-7 | Drive from Cape Town to Hermanus, visit Kogelbay, and enjoy whale watching. Stay 2 nights at Mosaic Lagoon Lodge. | 156 | Mosaic Lagoon Lodge |
| Day 8-9 | Drive to De Hoop Nature reserve, visit Cape Agulhas Lighthouse. Stay 2 nights at De Hoop Collection. | 129 | De Hoop Collection |
| Day 10-11 | Drive to Knysna, enjoy various activities and stunning scenery. Stay 2 nights at Pezula Nature Hotel & Spa. | 334 | Pezula Nature Hotel & Spa |
| Day 12-13 | Drive to Addo, visit Addo Elephant Park. Stay 2 nights at Addo Wildlife. | 318 | Addo Wildlife |
| Day 14-15 | Fly/Drive from Port Elizabeth to Durban, visit St. Lucia, and explore iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Stay 2 nights at St. Lucia Accommodation. | 1128 | St. Lucia Eco Lodge |
| Day 16-18 | Experience a luxury safari at Kruger National Park. Stay 3 nights at Various Safari Lodges. | 692 | Africamps at Hoedspruit |
| Day 19-20 | Drive the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga. Stay 2 nights at AfriCamps at Mackers. | 95 | AfriCamps at Mackers |
| Day 21 | Drive to the airport, stay overnight near the airport. Stay 1 night at Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg. The following day, catch your flight home. | 404 | Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg |
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