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Choose from one of these 10 City Tours to South Africa in 2026-2027 to explore the streets and take in the cityscapes of South Africa on a trip seamlessly planned by the South Africa experts at Adventure Life. Breathe in the culture, smell the local cuisine, and experience the people of South Africa on one of these extraordinary small group or private tours. Your options will likely include walking tours, bus tours, and boat tours, all led by exceptional multi-lingual local tour guides. Select any the urban exploration tours below and customize it to fit your personal interests with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert South Africa trip planners. 
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Sunset over Century City, Capetown
from $25,852
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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 herd of zebras quench their thirst at a watering hole.
from $18,620
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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
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration
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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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Elephants cooling down with a mud bath, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
from $8,860
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Namibian & South African Coastlines

Walvis Bay to Durban - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Spot flamingos in Walvis Bay lagoon
  • See Cape fur seals in Pelican Point
  • Hike Cape St. Blaize trail
  • Explore Addo Elephant National Park
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Walvis Bay / Durban
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Variable
Take an 11-day cruise from Walvis Bay to Durban aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Experience Walvis Bay’s birdlife and seal colonies, Lüderitz’s colonial history, Cape Town’s Table Mountain, Mossel Bay’s wildlife, and Port Elizabeth’s Addo elephants. Enjoy days at sea with spa, fitness, lectures, and ocean views before ending in multicultural Durban.
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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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Table Mountain and Cape Town Harbour, South Africa
from $14,682
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Cape and Delta Luxury Safari

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Northern Cape
  • Discover Tswalu Kalahari
  • Visit vibrant Cape Town
  • Enjoy game viewing in Savute region
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Johannesburg / Belmond Eagle Island Lodge
Activity Level
Easy Active
On this 12-day luxury safari adventure tour through Southern Africa, discover the vast Tswalu Kalahari and the vibrant city of Cape Town. Explore the wildlife-rich Savute region and the intricate wetlands of the Okavango Delta. Enjoy game drives, boat excursions, and guided walks, experiencing diverse wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
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Elephant at sunset in the Chobe River
from $13,870
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From the Cape to the Falls

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Explore Table Mountain
  • Tour historic Robben Island
  • Spot wildlife on the Chobe River
  • Walk around Victoria Falls
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
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Variable
Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Zambezi Queen, starting with a three-night stay in Cape Town, featuring Table Mountain, Robben Island, and wine tasting. Then, enjoy safaris in Chobe National Park and a guided tour of Victoria Falls before flying to Johannesburg for your journey home.
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Cape Town sunset
from $8,100
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Cruising in Namibia: The Skeleton Coast

Cape Town to Luanda - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Birdwatching at Saldanha Bay
  • Visit Kolmanskop ghost town
  • Explore Namibe’s colonial sites
  • See Cape fur seals at Pelican Point
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Cape Town / Luanda
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day African coastal cruise from Cape Town to Luanda aboard SH Diana and explore Cape Town’s vibrant waterfront, Saldanha Bay’s rich birdlife, and Luderitz's German architecture. This adventure combines scenic landscapes, rich history, and diverse ecosystems, offering a captivating African coastal adventure.
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Take a game drive in the Masai Mara region of Kenya
from $20,645
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Classic Kenya & Southern Africa

Johannesburg - Nairobi - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Explore the Chobe River
  • Visit elephants in Nairobi
  • Spot wildlife in Amboseli
  • Tour the wild Maasai Mara
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Johannesburg / Nairobi
Activity Level
Relaxed
Join a 15-day cruise on the Zambezi Queen, starting in Johannesburg and flying to Kasane for a wildlife adventure in Chobe National Park. Experience the wonders of Victoria Falls, Nairobi's cultural scene, Amboseli's landscapes, and the breathtaking Maasai Mara in Kenya.
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Lilac-breasted Roller in Namibia
from $20,445
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African Wonders & the Skeleton Coast

Johannesburg - Windhoek - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Observe Chobe River wildlife
  • Tour beautiful Victoria Falls
  • Explore the NamibRand Reserve
  • Explore Namib-Naukluft Park
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Johannesburg / Windhoek
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Variable
Experience a 17-day cruise on the Zambezi Queen, starting in Johannesburg and exploring Botswana's Chobe River, Victoria Falls, and Namibian landscapes. Enjoy wildlife drives, a sunset on the Zambezi, and cultural insights before concluding your adventure in Windhoek.
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $15,600
50% Off
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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Observe penguins, seals, and whales
  • Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
  • Navigate through towering icebergs
  • See different seabird species
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Buenos Aires / Cape Town
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 22-day cruise from Ushuaia to Cape Town aboard the SH Diana. This polar adventure offers a chance to explore remote and pristine locations with opportunities to see penguins, seals, and whales, combined with learning experiences and onboard relaxation.
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The plan was quite detailed and ran very smoothly. Each location was a gem, the transfers were timely and informative. We felt well cared for everywhere we went. Would definitely use Adventure Life Services again
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Frankie has been fabulous. The whole process was seamless. Very impressed.
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Kassandra did a fantastic job of promptly responding to our requests, making values suggestions for Safari options, asking about budget issues and providing excellent offerings. I would, and have, highly recommends her.
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Love how easy it is to work with Adventure Life! They have put together some wonderful trips for us!
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We had a fabulous time. Especially seeing the animals and the great driver/guides that we had at Tamarak and Rhino Walking Safari Lodges. We were very pampered the whole time. The staff were extremely friendly and seemed genuinely to enjoy their jobs. This seemed to mean me that they are treated fairly by the employers. We can not say enough about our trip. Don't count on losing weight, they feed you constantly!
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