10-Day Cape Town, Kruger & Johannesburg Safari Tour — Big 5 & City Highlights
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 days
Fitness Level
Basic to moderate fitness — able to handle early wake-ups, short walks, and entering/exiting safari vehicles.
Overview
From Table Mountain’s cool heights to predawn drives in Kruger, this 10-day tour pairs Cape Town’s coastal culture with Big 5 safaris and Johannesburg’s living history. Expect early mornings, three full-day safaris, and a compact, affordable route through South Africa’s most demanded highlights.
10-Day Cape Town, Kruger & Johannesburg Safari Tour — Big 5 & City Highlights
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The first light over Table Mountain is a hard, clean edge against the Atlantic — a flat-topped skyline that seems to hold its own against Cape Town’s restless sea. Travelers on this 10-day loop move from that cool, ocean-swept city into warm savanna, trading historic cobblestones and Cape Malay kitchens for open safari vehicles and the hush of the bush at dawn.
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Adventure Tips
Pre-trip health check
Visit a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before departure to discuss malaria prophylaxis for Kruger and any recommended vaccines.
Early mornings on safari
Game drives start around 5:30am — bring a thermos, layers, and a headlamp for moving around camp in the dark.
Binoculars and camera
A compact binocular (8x–10x) and a medium-telephoto lens (200–400mm) will capture wildlife without disrupting animals.
Respect the wildlife
Always follow guide instructions, keep noise low, and never exit the vehicle near large game; safety protects both you and the ecosystem.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Elephant
- Lion
History
Robben Island and Soweto are living reminders of South Africa’s apartheid past; the tour highlights both the site of imprisonment and neighborhoods central to the liberation movement.
Conservation
Park fees and community partnerships support anti-poaching and local conservation; follow leave-no-trace principles and avoid single-use plastics when possible.
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Recommended Gear
Lightweight daypack
Holds binoculars, water bottle, sun protection and your camera for day trips and safaris.
Binoculars (8x–10x)
Essential for spotting distant game without disturbing animals.
Layered clothing
Mornings in the bush are cold and afternoons can be hot — layers manage wide daily temperature swings.
Insect repellent & sun protection
Repellent reduces mosquito bites in Kruger; strong sunscreen protects on exposed coastal and open-vehicle days.