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Top South Africa Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Discover the best the world has to offer with Adventure Life’s expert-curated South Africa tours 2027. From Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Durban, and Richard's Bay to hidden gems off the beaten path, our 25 top-rated itineraries take you deep into South Africa’s breathtaking landscapes. Guided by bilingual experts, these immersive experiences cater to adventurers seeking unique journeys in small groups or customizable private tours.

Choose from a variety of 5 to 22 days itineraries starting at $971 to $32,830. You’ll find options that suit your travel style. Whether you’re passionate about Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, and Land & Sea Exploration or eager to explore South Africa’s rich culture and natural beauty, our South Africa tours 2027 deliver unforgettable moments. Each itinerary blends awe-inspiring exploration with a commitment to sustainability to ensure your adventure supports the preservation of our planet.

Adventure Life’s dedication to personalized travel promises your South Africa tour 2027 is seamless from start to finish. From arranging transportation to selecting accommodations tailored to your preferences, we’ll take care of every detail. Our expert recommendations and insider tips make your journey even more enriching.

Contact our specialists today to start planning your South Africa tour 2027. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or part of a group, Adventure Life will create a transformative experience you’ll treasure forever.
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Dine on the patio by the water at the V&A Hotel
from $7,024
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South Africa Snapshot

9 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Robben Island
  • Explore the highlights of Cape Town
  • View lions, zebra, & impala
  • Explore Kruger by foot or vehicle
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit vibrant Cape Town and game-rich Kruger National Park on this 9-day adventure through South Africa. This tour offers the best of both worlds: a world class metropolitan area steeped in history, and a bush experience renowned as one of the greatest in southern Africa, on which you are sure to encounter some of the Big 5.
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An aerial view of Cape Town
from $2,407
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Discover Cape Town

5 Day Itinerary
  • Take a private tour of Cape Town
  • Visit Robben Island
  • Cable car up Table mountain
Activity Level
Relaxed
The Victoria & Alfred Hotel host your stay as you visit vibrant Cape Town, Robben Island, Table Mountain and Cape Point and Peninsula on this 5-day south Africa highlight tour. Explore a world class metropolitan area steeped in history while staying on the coast of South Africa.
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Tswalu
from $25,879
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Luxury Kruger & Northern Cape Explorer

9 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Johannesburg's art
  • Visit Constitution Hill
  • Tour Soweto's landmarks
  • Discover Northern Cape wildlife
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Johannesburg / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover South Africa's rich culture & stunning landscapes on this 9-day adventure. Start in Johannesburg, exploring vibrant neighborhoods & historical sites. Travel to the Northern Cape for its arid beauty & unique wildlife. Enjoy game drives & nature walks at Tswalu Kalahari. & experience unforgettable safaris in Greater Kruger National Park.
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Boulder Beach penguins
from $31,499
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South Africa Luxury Family Safari

12 Day Itinerary
  • Horseback ride Hermanus
  • Kayak with penguins
  • Sip wine in the Winelands
  • Explore Sabi Sands via game drives
Activities
Kayaking, Whale Watching, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy a 12-day family friendly luxury safari visiting some of the best game reserves & wine lands in South Africa. Explore the vibrant city of Cape Town before you head off for wildlife viewing in Tswalu and Sabi Sands Reserve. Kayaking among penguins, wine tasting, and horseback riding are all part of this exciting adventure.
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Sunset over Century City, Capetown
from $28,577
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Luxury South Africa and Botswana Safari

14 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Johannesburg's art
  • Visit Constitution Hill
  • Discover Tswalu Kalahari
  • Enjoy game viewing in Savute region
  • Explore the Okavango Delta
  • Seek out Africa's Big 5 on safari
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Johannesburg / Duba Plains Camp
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Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
On this 14-day luxury safari adventure through South Africa and Botswana, begin your journey in Johannesburg. Experience thrilling game drives in Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands, home to Africa's Big 5. Discover the Northern Cape's rugged beauty, the vast Tswalu Kalahari plains, and much more.
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A variety of wildlife in Africa.
from $17,645
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Stars of South Africa

Cape Town to Johannesburg - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Tour famous wineries
  • Take a cable car ride
  • Drive through Chobe National Park
  • Experience the local culture
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Variable
This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!
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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
from $16,275
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Wildlife and the Falls

Roundtrip Johannesburg - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Cruise along Botswana’s Chobe River
  • Spot wildlife in Chobe Park
  • Witness majestic Victoria Falls
  • Explore historic Soweto sites
Starts / Ends
Johannesburg / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day river cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Kruger Park aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy wildlife adventures in Chobe National Park and thrilling game drives in Greater Kruger while ticking the “Big Five” off your bucket list.
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Elephants cooling down with a mud bath, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
from $11,380
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South Africa and Namibia by Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Durban to Walvis Bay - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Xhosa heritage village visit
  • Visit Cape Town and Table Mountain
  • Spot Walvis Bay flamingo colony
  • See Luderitz colonial architecture
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Durban / Walvis Bay
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Variable
Sail on a 11-day South Africa and Namibia cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore South Africa’s Durban, East London, Port Elizabeth, and Cape Town, plus Namibia’s Luderitz. Enjoy cultural sites, wildlife, desert landscapes, ocean views.
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A herd of zebras quench their thirst at a watering hole.
from $18,745
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Iconic Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Tour scenic Cape Town
  • Visit a Chobe River village
  • Discover Greater Kruger
  • Explore vibrant Johannesburg
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activities
Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Wildlife Viewing, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise starting in Cape Town, visiting iconic sites like Robben Island before three nights on the Zambezi Queen, exploring Chobe National Park. The journey continues to stunning Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, and concludes with three nights at Greater Kruger National Park, featuring thrilling game drives.
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A herd of zebras quench their thirst at a watering hole.
from $22,813
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South Africa Luxury Snapshot

9 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the port city of Cape Town
  • Visit Robben Island
  • Safari through Kruger National Park
  • Explore wildlife reserves by foot
Activity Level
Relaxed
Begin your 9-day luxurious vacation visiting the highlights of Cape Town, followed by a tour of Robben Island - where you'll learn about the Apartheid years and tour the cell of Nelson Mandela- before spending the last half of your journey doing game drives searching for the Big 5 in Kruger National Park.
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Table Mountain and Cape Town Harbour, South Africa
from $7,960
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Namibian and South African Coastlines

Walvis Bay to Richards Bay - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Addo Elephant Park safari
  • Hermanus coastal port call
  • Chapman's Peak scenic drive
  • Table Mountain experience tour
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Walvis Bay / Richard's Bay
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville from Walvis Bay to Richards Bay on a 12-day cruise. Explore Namibia’s coastal desert, visit Kolmanskop ghost town, and spot seals and dolphins at Pelican Point. Discover Cape Town’s landmarks. Travel along South Africa’s coast through Hermanus, Mossel Bay, and Port Elizabeth, and enjoy a safari in Addo Elephant Park.
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African Penguin
from $12,885
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Discover Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Explore Cape Town’s iconic beauty
  • Visit Cape Point's stunning reserve
  • Spot penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Savor wine in Cape Winelands
Starts / Ends
Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen from Cape Town to Johannesburg, featuring three nights in Cape Town with iconic sites like Table Mountain and Boulders Beach. Experience a Chobe River safari near Victoria Falls, concluding with two nights at this natural wonder.
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