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Top South Africa Trips & Tours in May 2025

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Discover South Africa in May 2025 on one of these 14 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Johannesburg, Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, and Kasane during May 2025 as you enjoy wildlife viewing, wildlife & safari exploration, river cruises, cruises, and village visits. Prices for trips in May 2025 range from $1,492 to $22,536 for a vacation of 5 to 17 days. Choose any of the below 14 itineraries in May 2025 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert South Africa trip planners.
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Dine on the patio by the water at the V&A Hotel
$3,769
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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
Activities:
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on the journey of a lifetime through South Africa as you explore a world class metropolitan area and camp in the wildlife rich Kruger National Park. This 9 day tour highlights the best of South Africa and optimizes your time in this diverse region of the world. Begin your journey acquanting …
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Rhino in Kruger National Park
$3,482
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South Africa Big Five Safari

Kruger & KwaZulu-Natal - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Take a walk through the bush
  • Enjoy game drives to spot the big 5
  • Explore the Dolphin Coast
  • Search for wildlife as you travel
Starts / Ends:
Johannesburg / Johannesburg
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This South Africa tour is a great opportunity to see the Big 5 in South Africa. Visit the metropolis of Johannesburg before setting out to observe wildlife in game rich Kruger National Park on this 9 day South Africa trip. This South Africa trip highlights Johannesburg, one of Africa's oldest …
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Boulder Beach penguins
$19,639
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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:
Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Land, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take a a family friendly South African vacation on this 12 day itinerary. Begin your adventure in Cape Town where you will stay in the suburb of Gardens, away from the tourist hub. Enjoy the opportunity to acquaint yourself with this vibrant town and sea kayak to visit the local penguins. Take a …
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A variety of wildlife in Africa.
$14,695
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Stars of South Africa

15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Tour famous wineries
  • Take a cable car ride
  • Drive through Chobe National Park
  • Experience the local culture
Starts / Ends:
Cape Town / Johannesburg
Activities:
River Cruises, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Inagurate your 15-day adventure with a 3-night stay in picturesque Cape Town. Next, fly to Kasane, Botswana to begin your Zambezi Queen safari cruise on the Chobe River. Explore the banks of Chobe National Park, home to one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African continent. Spend two …
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Babylonstoren
$1,509
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South Africa Luxury Winelands

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Winelands of Africa
  • Enjoy wine tasting and desserts
  • Visit culinary capital, Franschhoek
  • Relax at Babylonstoren farm
Activities:
Land, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore South Africa's Winelands region while tasting fine wines from Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Spend a full day winding through superb mountain ranges of Cape Dutch, canal-lined avenues of Stellenbosch, and the culinary capital of South Africa, Franschhoek. This easy-paced wine tour …
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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
$13,695
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Wildlife and the Falls

13 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Cruise the Chobe River
  • Observe African wildlife
  • Be immersed in African local life
  • Tour Victoria Falls
  • Explore Johannesburg
Starts / Ends:
Johannesburg / Johannesburg
Activities:
River Cruises, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Your journey begins with a one night-night stay in cosmopolitan Johannesburg. Next, fly to Kasane, Botswana to begin your Zambezi Queen safari cruise on the Chobe River. After exploring the Chobe region and national Park head off to Victoria Falls, one of the world’s seven natural wonders. …
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A herd of zebras quench their thirst at a watering hole.
$15,783
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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
Activities:
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience South Africa in style! Enjoy 5 star hotels and lodges as you track the Big 5 while on luxury safari in Kruger National Park. Discover the history and culture of this diverse country in Cape Town, dine at the famed Food Barn and stay in luxury accommodations such as Cape Town's Cape …
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African Penguin
$10,995
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Discover Africa

10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Encounter African penguins up close
  • Explore wildlife-rich Chobe Park
  • Boat safari, bird watch, or fish
  • Learn about Victoria Falls
Activities:
River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Your African adventure begins with a 3-night stay in picturesque Cape Town. Next, fly to Kasane and transfer to the Chobe River to begin your wildlife cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen. Explore the banks of Chobe National Park, home to one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African …
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Victoria Falls
$11,848
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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth with Extended Stay at The Cape of Good Hope

Port-to-Port Cruise - 13 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream
  • Join a guided tour of Robben Island
  • Explore the Chobe National Park
  • Tour the falls in Zimbabwe
  • Visit Impalila's local school
Starts / Ends:
Cape Town / Victoria Falls
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
After 4 days of touring South Africa, fly to Namibia and board the African Dream to begin the cruise portion of this tour, along the Chobe and Zambezi rivers. Get an up-close experience of South Africa´s wilderness, enjoy authentic traditional cuisine, learn about age-old customs, and in the …
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Cape Dutch homestead and vineyard
$753
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South Africa Winelands

3 Day Itinerary
  • Discover vineyards in Winelands
  • Enjoy spectacular views
  • Relax and unwind at Avondrood
Activities:
Land, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore South Africa's Wineland's region with a 3-day extension to some of South Africa's finest vineyards. Explore the Winelands on a delightful drive which winds its way through superb mountain ranges, vineyards, and Cape Dutch homesteads. Visit vineyards in Paarl, Stellenbosch and …
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An aerial view of Cape Town
$1,491
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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
Activities:
Land, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This short 5 day tour of Cape Town covers all the highlights this vibrant city has to offer. Enjoy a private tour of the city with visits to the Houses of Parliament, the Castel, and Table Mountain. Take a trip back in time as you explore Robben Island and visit Nelson Mandela's cell. Learn …
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Devil's Cataract in Zimbabwe
$7,701
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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth

9 Day Itinerary aboard Zimbabwean Dream
  • Hike to Victoria Falls
  • Look for wildlife
  • Discover Impalila Island
  • Visit Chobe National Park
Starts / Ends:
Johannesburg / Victoria Falls
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
At the edge of a fast-paced world, southern Africa’s beautiful, tranquil landscapes await. From Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, you’ll not only discover spectacular panoramas and tumultuous histories, but also incredible wildlife and carefully crafted menus that reflect the flavors and …
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A close up of a type of traditional dress worn in Africa.
$7,701
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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth

9 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream
  • Learn about the regionĀ“s legends
  • Explore Chobe National Park
  • Tour Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
  • Visit Impalila's local school
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board the African Dream in Johannesburg and begin a 9-day cruise along the Chobe and Zambezi rivers. Get an up-close experience of South Africa´s wilderness, enjoy authentic traditional cuisine, learn about age-old customs, and in the end of your trip admire the grandness of Victoria Falls. …
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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush
$16,795
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Golden Trails of Africa

17 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Take a safari in search of wildlife
  • Visit Kasenu Village
  • Tour Victoria Falls
  • Explore the Serengeti
Activities:
River Cruises, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Start this 17-day voyage with an overnight stay in Johannesburg. Then off to Kasane, Botswana to board the luxurious Zambezi Queen, which takes you down the Chobe River in elegant accommodations. Enjoy two nights at Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Journey to Tanzania …
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