Travel idea:
Safari and more...
Wildlife, campfires, and wine tasting

Duration: 3 weeks (21 days)
Country: South Africa
Places: Durban - Santa Lucia - Addo - Jeffreys Bay - Knysna - Oudtshoorn - Stellenbosch - Cape Town

Durban & Santa Lucia (5 days)

Durban is a coastal city in South Africa, known for its beaches, warm climate, and Indian cultural influence.

Day 1 – Arrival (plane) in Durban

Day 2 – City & beach

Golden Mile (beach & promenade)
uShaka Marine World
Moses Mabhida Stadium (view)
Evening: Florida Road (food & nightlife)

Day 3 – Nature & surroundings

Valley of a Thousand Hills
Zulu Cultural Village
Umhlanga Rocks & Lighthouse
Sunset by the sea

St. Lucia is a small town on South Africa's east coast, located in iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town is known for its hippos, crocodiles, diverse nature, and pristine beaches.

Day 4 – Onward journey from Durban to St. Lucia (car)

Day 5 – Safari

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park (rhinos)
Sunset in St. Lucia

Day 6 – Nature & surroundings

Boat tour on the St. Lucia Estuary (hippos & crocodiles)
Walk through the village
Optional: Night safari or beach

Addo & Jeffreys Bay (4 days)

Addo is a national park known for its large herds of elephants and diverse wildlife.

Day 4 – Onward journey to Addo (flight)

Day 5 – Safari

Addo Elephant National Park
Elephant and big game viewing
Guided tour or self-drive safari

Day 6 – Nature and surroundings

Further safari in the park
Bird watching
Enjoy nature & the landscape

Jeffreys Bay is a coastal town famous for surfing, long sandy beaches, and a relaxed surfing culture. It is one of the best surfing spots in the world.

Day 7 – Arrival in Jeffreys Bay (car) & surroundings

Surfing at Supertubes Beach
Horseback riding or walk on the beach
Stroll through town / local shops

Day 8 – Nature & Excursion

Visit to Dolphin Beach (animal watching)
Optional: Day trip to Paradise Beach / Nature Reserve
Evening: Restaurant by the sea

Knysna & Oudtshoorn (4 days)

Knysna is known for its lagoon-rich coastline, the Knysna Heads, and fresh seafood. The region is popular for nature, water activities, and relaxed sightseeing.

Day 9 – Continue from Jeffreys Bay to Knysna (car)

Day 10 – Town & Lagoon

Knysna Waterfront: Stroll, shops, restaurants
Lagoon trip: Boat tour or kayak
Knysna Heads: Visit viewpoints

Day 11 – Nature & Surroundings

Featherbed Nature Reserve: hiking or ferry ride
Beach & picnic: Leisure Isle or Buffalo Bay
Optional: wildlife tour in the surrounding area

Oudtshoorn is famous for its ostrich farms and the Cango Caves, a spectacular stalactite cave system. The region is located in the Karoo Desert and is ideal for nature and adventure activities.

Day 12 – Ostrich Farms

Visit to an ostrich farm (tour & riding possible)
Information about ostrich breeding and souvenir shopping

Day 13 – Cango Caves

Cango Caves: stalactite cave tour (adventure or standard)
Cango Wildlife Ranch optional for children or animal lovers

Stellenbosch & Kapstadt (6 days)

Stellenbosch is known for its vineyards, historic buildings, and Cape Dutch architecture. The region is a popular destination for wine tasting, culinary tours, and culture.

Day 14 – Drive to Stellenbosch (car)

Day 15 – City & culture

Walk through the old town: Cape Dutch buildings & art galleries
Visit to the Stellenbosch Museum
Lunch at one of the local cafés

Day 16 – Wine & nature

Wine tasting at one of the many wineries
Optional: Bike tour through the vineyards
Afternoon: Picnic or walk in nature

Cape Town is a port city and known for Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, and its proximity to the Cape of Good Hope. The city impresses with its nature, beaches, culture, and wine-growing regions.

Day 17 – City & Harbor