Day 4

Today we explore more of the Cape and travel to the Moravian mission station of Goedverwacht - nestled between the Piketberg Mountains. You will learn more about the indigenous roots of the area, exploring local artifacts and learning about traditional ways.

You'll meet with a host family who you'll be spending the night with, being immersed in another way of life.

After some time to meet your hosts and settle in,  you will spend the afternoon exploring your surroundings on a village walk with your host.  You will experience the pride of the locals with their village and get to know their neighbours, friends and families. The village is situated in a fertile and well-watered valley and is characterised by gardens full of flowers, fruit and vegetables surrounded by a beautiful valley with the Bergriver, mountains and wetlands.

For dinner you will have a home cooked meal together with your host family and time to share stories.

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Day 5

After breakfast with our hosts, and a visit to nearby cave, once a home to Khoi San people, we travel back to Cape Town, ready to explore another side of the mountains and city.

We'll visit the famous Penguin colony near Boulders Beach.

This evening, we settle into a beautiful boutique hotel in Kalk Bay.

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Day 6

This morning, we travel to Stellenbosch and spend the morning at Waterford, an estate that has made the conscious decision to farm only half of their land in an effort to protect the area’s animal life and natural vegetation. You'll enjoy a wine safari and tasting in a truly exquisite setting.

You'll be greeted by breathtaking views at Delheim estate where we enjoy a lunch with one of South Africa's first female black winemakers.

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Day 7

Our final morning in Cape Town will include a walking tour of Kalk Bay, learning more about its diverse history. We'll then have time to explore the trendy area, its galleries and local stores.

This afternoon we head off to the City of Gold, Johannesburg!

Day 8

Today we will enjoy a short tour of Soweto - once home to Nelson Mandela and Desmund Tutu - and we will visit the local partner, Kliptown Youth Program, in Soweto that your trip has helped to fundraise for. We will learn more about their programs to support youth, enjoy a rousing performance of traditional South African dance, and have a chance to meet with the inspiring founders of the organization. This is a true highlight of our trip.

We'll enjoy a fun farewell dinner in the big city!

Day 9

Today is a chance to see more of Johannesburg. There will be the option of visiting the Rosebank Market, The Apartheid Museum, trendy areas like Melville or others.

While our tour officially ends on Day 10, you have the option to finish your journey and leave South Africa on this day.

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Optional Add - On: Extend your stay in South Africa by two nights on our memorable Mdluli Safari experience. This optional add-on starts on Day 9 and takes you into the south-western region of the Kruger National Park, 5 hours from Johannesburg. Relish in the magic of the Mdluli experience, a project born from successful land reform, anchored in preserving heritage, protecting nature, and uplifting the lives of the Mdluli Community. You'll stay in a luxurious safari tent, offering the perfect blend of comfort, expansive Kruger landscapes, Big 5 sightings (lion, leopard, cape buffalo, elephant, and black rhino), all interwoven with the charm of Mdluli hospitality. You'll know your stay leaves a lasting positive impact at this socially and environmentally responsible Safari experience.

You'll return to Johannesburg on Day 11 to depart South Africa.

Day 10

Farewell South Africa. Today you can choose a flight at any time to depart from South Africa with an airport transfer delivering you to the airport.