Share a remarkable journey through Africa with your family of teenagers on this 9-day tour of Cape Town, Johannesburg and the exclusive Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve. Learn first about South Africa’s pulsing history as you visit the landmarks surrounding Table Mountain, Robben Island and Soweto. Then, move out into the bush for the adventure of a lifetime - a South Africa safari. Follow lions, leopards and rhinos through the raw and untrammeled bush Coupled with moments of sheer indulgence from...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Cape Town - Welcome to South Africa
As the plateau of Table Mountain becomes visible outside the window, you will know that you are nearly at your final destination: Cape Town. Upon touching down in this famous city, you need only collect your baggage before you meet your driver. Together you will drive past the picturesque University of Cape Town and towards the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront where your hotel is located. Champagne and a warm hand towel will instantly refresh you as you check in, reinvigorating your senses after a long day of travel.
After unpacking, take a spin around the expansive property built over the city’s estuary. Excited teenagers may enjoy hopping on a paddleboard and joining local Capetonians as they paddle the rivers for some afternoon exercise. Other family members may prefer to take a relaxing soak, steam or full treatment at the island spa. Given the travel and time change, tonight may be the perfect time to explore one of the hotel’s two world-class restaurants: Reuben’s or Nobu. Serving classic South African fare or Japanese cuisine respectively, both restaurants will make for an effortless yet delicious introduction to the Cape Town culinary scene.
What's Included:
Day 2
Cape Town - Effortless Tour of Cape Town
Day 3
Cape Town - Set Sail to Robben Island
Day 4
Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve - Your Safari Begins
Day 5
Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve - Morning and Afternoon Game Drive
Day 6
Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve - Searching for Members of the Big Five
Day 7
Johannesburg - Wander Around the Rosebank Neighborhood
Day 8
Johannesburg - Bike Riding and Museum Tour
Day 9
Johannesburg - International Departure
Trip Highlights
- Spend quiet moments with giraffe, leopard and lion in the exclusive Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve on the unfenced border of Kruger National Park
- Climb to the top of Table Mountain, gazing down on the glittering world city below
- Sail to the famed Robben Island and step inside Nelson Mandela’s prison cell
- Take part in social evenings at the luxurious and family-friendly savanna lodge
- Tour through the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, learning of the country’s rich history
- Bike through the historically-saturated streets of Soweto, passing major landmarks and pausing to experience local culture
Starting Price
$5,900 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.95 stars based on 1186 reviews.
Zicasso's trip planner and his team were amazing! He worked with us to plan the perfect trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe. From the moment we landed in Johannesburg until our flight home from Cape Town, everything was seamless and flawless. We can't thank him and his team enough. If you are looking to visit South Africa and beyond, I highly recommend our agent and his team!!! He and his team will be the first to be contacted if we venture to the African continent again. Thank you again! We can't thank you enough!
Reviewed By David M.
Our trip was amazing and Zicasso's travel company and our agent could not have been more helpful in planning the trip and making sure it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. She listened to our desires and planned a trip that met all our requirements. She was very patient in making little modifications until we were completely satisfied.
When we encountered some delays during the trip, she was very responsive in helping notify people on the ground and rescheduling our activities so we didn't miss a thing.
She was very knowledgeable about Southern Africa and selected exceptional lodging facilities for us. The accommodations were not only beautiful, but the staff were extremely professional, friendly, and attentive.
I would highly recommend this travel company if planning an African adventure!
Reviewed By David B.
Zicasso's tour agents planned an amazing trip; everything was perfect and every detail was covered! Their recommendations on when to go, where to go, and what to see were spot on.
Reviewed By diane B.
This was a trip of a lifetime. We are not sure we will ever be able to top it! I have never cried leaving a place before because I was so sad it was over, but I did... three times! From the incredible food and views in Cape Town to the unforgettable adventure at the buffalo camp to the amazing views of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, we cannot say enough good things about our experience.
We've used Zicasso several times and have always had a great experience. That's why we keep coming back! But our experience with this travel agency was above and beyond all our expectations. The way our travel agent crafted our trip to meet our desires; stayed in constant contact via text, phone and email; provided us a departure call to walk us through every step of the trip before we left; and stayed connected throughout our trip to ensure we were having a good time and help us tweak some things along the way was customer service like we have never received. We would work with this agency and our agent again in a heartbeat and recommend them to friends and family.
Reviewed By Allison B.
Zicasso's travel agents were excellent at providing a luxury trip. I also sincerely appreciated that they respected my budget. Every detail was expertly planned and completely stress-free.
Reviewed By Amanda G.
First, the booking experience with Zicasso's trip coordinator was seamless. She was always very attentive, responsive, and prompt with her replies. She listened to our wants and delivered beyond our expectations. Even our guides commented that she chose well for us. I would highly recommend booking with her.
Our itinerary in South Africa was pure perfection. Everything from the accommodations to the timing was perfect. We cannot say enough great things about the safari in Sabi Sands and the lodge. The lodge in Franschhoek was exceptional and the one in Gansbaai was the ideal ending to our trip.
This was truly a trip of a lifetime for our family. I’m not sure how we will ever top this experience. Thank you to Zicasso for connecting us with our agent.
Reviewed By Idalia F.