7-Day Cape Town, Johannesburg & Kruger Safari: Table Mountain to Big Five
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers of average fitness; safari drives and city walks require standing and short hikes but no strenuous exertion.
Overview
From the flat summit of Table Mountain to the open 4x4s of Kruger, this seven-day private tour pairs Cape Town’s city and winelands with Johannesburg’s history and full-day safaris in Kruger — a compact route to South Africa’s highlights. Early mornings, internal flights, and expert guides maximize wildlife sightings and local insight.
7-Day Cape Town, Johannesburg & Kruger Safari: Table Mountain to Big Five
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A salt breeze off the Atlantic stills as the cable car eases over Table Mountain — the city below a spill of red roofs, glass and harbor, the horizon a hard line where ocean becomes sky. On day one the rhythm is urban: the bright houses of Bo-Kaap, the market chatter at Greenmarket Square, and the slow, panoramic sweep from the summit that makes Cape Town feel like a continent in miniature. By day four that same coastline is memory; the landscape has shifted to ochre earth, mopane trees, and the low, watchful silhouettes of ellies and buffalo in Kruger.
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Adventure Tips
Start early for wildlife
Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk — expect 5:30am departures for Kruger safaris to maximize sightings of predators and large game.
Layer for varied climates
Bring lightweight layers for Cape Town’s coastal chill and warmer daytime temperatures inland; evenings in Kruger can be cold after sunset.
Bring optics
A pair of binoculars and a 200–400mm equivalent lens will dramatically improve your wildlife viewing and photos from open safari vehicles.
Hydrate and protect from sun
High UV in South Africa makes sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat and plenty of water essential on long game drives and wine tours.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- African elephant
- Leopard
History
The tour includes Mandela House in Soweto, an intimate museum that traces Nelson Mandela’s early domestic life and the broader anti-apartheid struggle in Johannesburg.
Conservation
Kruger operates conservation programs focused on anti-poaching and habitat management; follow guide rules to minimize disturbance and support local community-based tourism initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Binoculars (8x–10x)
Helps spot and identify wildlife at distance during game drives.
Lightweight layers and a warm jacket
Layering keeps you comfortable from cool coastal mornings to warm inland afternoons and chilly evening safaris.
Sturdy walking shoes
Useful for city walking tours, short trails at viewpoints, and lodge grounds.
Camera with telephoto lens (200–400mm)
Captures close wildlife shots from the safari vehicle without disturbing animals.