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Want to take a walk on the wild side? Grab a friend and embark on an unforgettable 10-day adventure through the heart of South Africa, blending thrilling wildlife encounters with luxurious relaxation and cultural immersion.
Begin your journey in Johannesburg, soaking up its vibrant atmosphere before heading to the Mpumalanga Lowveld region of South Africa, nestled near the renowned Kruger National Park. Prepare to be enchanted as you settle into a luxurious 4-star safari-tented lodge at either Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge or Muluwa Luxury Tented Lodge. Immerse yourself in breathtaking vistas, taking in expansive views over mountains, bushveld, and valleys from your lodge.
Experience the comfort of spacious safari tents adorned with modern amenities such as air conditioning, plush bedding, and ensuite bathrooms. Situated on raised wooden decks, your tent is the perfect place to soak in views of sweeping plains or passing wildlife! Indulge in the culinary masterpieces crafted by talented chefs, featuring a fusion of international flavours with an African touch. Enjoy moments of relaxation by the poolside, savouring sunsets while soaking in the sounds of the wilderness.
Enjoy exhilarating game drives, seeking the iconic Big 5 surrounded by breathtaking African landscapes. Search for lions, leopards, buffalos, elephants and more!
Next, travel to Cape Town, a city dominated by the iconic Table Mountain. Explore its history with a morning tour, wandering through streets steeped in stories. Ascend Table Mountain for unforgettable panoramic views before visiting the South African Museum, Company Gardens, the colourful Malay Quarter: Bo-Kaap, and the bustling Green Market Square. Wrap up your adventure with two days at leisure in Cape Town to further discover its wonders at your own pace before journeying home with a camera roll full of photos and a heart full of memories.
Whether seeking wildlife encounters, luxurious experiences, or natural marvels, this journey promises an immersion into the diverse tapestry of South Africa. This incredible 2-for-1 deal includes return international full-service flights on premium airlines, 1 internal flight, 8 nights of 4-star hotel & luxury tented lodge accommodation, 12 meals including daily breakfasts, return airport transfers, and so much more. So what are you waiting for? Book now!
Want more? Stay longer in Johannesburg & Cape Town with our Arrive Early & Stay Behind packages.
Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.
Today, depart for Johannesburg, South Africa! Upon arrival in Johannesburg, be met by a representative and transferred to the hotel.
Please note:
• Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 0. Affected customers must be at the airport the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation, which you will receive prior to departure. Affected customers may depart on Day 0 and arrive on Day 1.
Overnight: Radisson Blu OR Tambo Hotel & Convention Centre or similar, Johannesburg
Meals included: In-Flight
This morning, be transferred to your luxury tented lodge near Kruger National Park (approximately 364 km).
In the afternoon, enjoy an open-vehicle game drive in the Kruger National Park. Even though wildlife tends to rest in the midday heat, the advantage of an afternoon safari is that the guides will have information about earlier sightings and where they took place, so they can try to find the most exciting wildlife for you to experience first-hand. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big 5, including lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalos. Watering holes are also a popular spot during this time as many animals will be looking to cool down, and nothing is more pleasing than watching elephants play around in a river. Your guide will ensure an exciting safari, filled with facts about the animals and birds in the Park and the plant life for those interested in the lush vegetation and age-old trees. The later the day gets and closer to closing time in the Park, the better the chances of sightings, as the animals become more active as the heat dissipates. Please bring sun cream, a hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, warm clothing in the winter months and a rain jacket in the summer months.
Afterwards, return in time to freshen up and enjoy a delicious dinner at your lodge. Please note that Kruger National Park is approximately 46 km from the lodge.
Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge
Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge is ideally situated in the Mpumalanga Lowveld region of South Africa, boasting incredible views over the mountains, the bushveld and the surrounding valleys. This stunning view, beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and an astonishing array of game species that graze close by give this place a “Serengeti” type ambience.
The north and east-facing accommodation offers beautiful South African sunrises. The luxury safari tents are on large, raised 50 square-metre wooden decks, boasting stunning views over the bushveld and valleys. All the safari-style tents are air-conditioned, feature twin-sized bedding, a full ensuite bathroom with shower and are equipped with tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, minibar fridge (stocked on request) and electric blankets. Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge offers a delicious dining experience with the most amazing views of the Mpumalanga Lowveld. The talented chefs take care of special needs and surprise you with a tasteful variety of international food with an African hint. In your free time, relax by the pool while enjoying a sundowner.
Muluwa Luxury Tented Lodge
Guests receive a warm African welcome as they step into the cool, open-air reception area of the expansive Main Lodge. The sounds and smells of the bush are carried in on the breeze, wafting gently through full-length glass sliding doors into a spacious thatched restaurant. An enormous wooden deck steps down into a large infinity pool, providing one-of-a-kind views of the Lowveld’s rolling hills and valleys. Furnished with modern ethnic decor, the open-air lounge offers the perfect spot to complement the scenery with a sunrise coffee or sundowner cocktail. The Luxury Safari Tents blend gently into the natural setting on the hillside, creating a peaceful and romantic atmosphere. Pitched atop a 45 square-metre wooden deck, the twelve permanent safari-style tents offer breathtaking views over the bushveld. Roll up the side panels of your tents and fall asleep to an African breeze that carries with it the calming sounds and smells of nature.
All the air-conditioned tents feature King-sized beds, an ensuite bathroom with a shower, and a minibar (stocked on request) with tea and coffee-making facilities. Muluwa Lodge boasts a delightful restaurant with breathtaking views to appreciate as you enjoy delicious meals. The passionate chefs prepare international food with love and an upmarket African twist.
Please note: The lodge accommodation will be confirmed in your travel packs 4-6 weeks before departure.
Overnight: Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge or Muluwa Luxury Tented Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Today, enjoy a full-day game drive in Kruger National Park on custom-built open safari vehicles, which affords all guests comfort and optimal views of animals! In the morning, collect the breakfast packs before departing the lodge between 05:00 – 5:30.
Get your cameras ready as you enter the Kruger National Park. Keep a lookout for a pride of lions, majestic herds of elephants or lone roaming elephant bulls, a solitary leopard lying in a shady tree, the rare rhino, and hordes of buffalo, as well as a multitude of other wild animals and birds, like hornbills, eagles, secretary birds, hippo, zebra, giraffe, not forgetting the abundance of buck, like impala & kudus. The guides are all qualified and have years of experience in the park. They love nothing more than sharing their knowledge and ensuring you have the best safari experience possible. In the afternoon, stop at a picnic spot in time for lunch.
After an exhilarating safari, return to the lodge around 16:00 and take some time to relax before dinner.
Overnight: Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge or Muluwa Luxury Tented Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Enjoy a full day at leisure to relax at the lodge by the pool and spa, or choose to embark on an optional activity. Please note that only one of the below optional activities can be selected due to the timing of the tours.
Optional Activity: Full Day Panorama Route Tour including lunch at $270 per person
After a delicious breakfast, be met by your guide and embark on a full day touring the beautiful Panorama Route, a scenic road connection with several cultural and natural points of interest, such as God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and the Three Sisters, before returning to your hotel in the late afternoon to spend the afternoon at leisure before dinner.
Optional Activity: Half Day Kruger National Park Game Drive at $175 per person
Enjoy a half-day game drive through Kruger National Park for the opportunity to spot more incredible wildlife and a chance to spot more of the Big 5!
Overnight: Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge or Muluwa Luxury Tented Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Today, enjoy breakfast before departing the lodge and being transferred to Johannesburg airport for your domestic flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to the hotel in Seapoint, located within an easy walk of the Promenade.
Dominated by Table Mountain, Cape Town is a cosmopolitan city with plenty of nearby splendid vineyards, excellent harbour fronts and surprising restaurants where one can indulge in delicious seafood!
Overnight: The Hyde Hotel or similar, Cape Town
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, enjoy a morning tour of the Mother City and venture through the streets crowded with history. This tour includes a visit to Table Mountain or, in the event of inclement weather, Table View for the best views of Table Mountain. Highlights include the South African Museum, Company Gardens, Malay Quarter/ Bo-Kaap and Green Market Square.
Please note: this tour excludes the Table Mountain cable car ticket, which customers can purchase on tour.
In the early afternoon, return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the wonders of Cape Town.
Overnight: The Hyde Hotel or similar, Cape Town
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, enjoy a full day at leisure or choose to embark on an optional excursion.
Optional Activity: Full-Day Cape Peninsula Tour at $190 per person
After breakfast, be met by your guide and embark on a full-day tour of the ruggedly beautiful Cape Peninsula. See all the top sights along South Africa’s Cape Peninsula on this full-day tour from Cape Town. Explore the Atlantic SeaBoard, passing the beautiful beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay. Stop at Hout Bay Harbour and take an optional boat ride to Duiker Island to see the Cape Fur Seals (not included, to be purchased while on tour). Discover Chapman’s Peak Drive – known as one of the World’s most beautiful drives before exploring the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point – the most South Western point of Africa and the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula, offering spectacular scenery. Continue to Boulders Beach and admire the African Penguins, then visit Simon’s Town – home to South Africa’s Naval Base, before enjoying the picturesque drive past Kalk Bay and Muizenberg.
Overnight: The Hyde Hotel or similar, Cape Town
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this magnificent city.
Optional Activity: Full Day Cape Winelands Tour at $150 per person
This delightful drive winds to the heart of the Cape Winelands through scenic mountain ranges, vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads.
Head off to Stellenbosch, the heart of South Africa’s wine industry. Walk down its canal-lined avenues in the shade of giant oak trees and beautifully preserved historic buildings.
With the vastness of wine estates, visitors are truly spoilt for choice for the first wine tasting of the day at the Waterford Estate or similar.
Travel over the Helshoogte Pass to Franschhoek, dating back to the 17th century when the French Huguenots arrived. Billed as the Gourmet Capital of South Africa, this charming town retains a French Huguenot style. Enjoy a wine tasting before taking time to experience the fabled culinary skills of the Franschhoek chefs at one of the many award-winning restaurants (lunch not included).
Continue onward to Paarl, one of the Cape’s first farming districts. The town is set at the foot of a cluster of remarkable granite domes from which it takes its name.
The last stop for the day is at a wine estate on the Paarl Wine Route. Return to the bustle of city life after a captivating day in the countryside, arriving back at the hotel in the early evening.
Overnight: The Hyde Hotel or similar, Cape Town
Meals included: Breakfast
Today, enjoy breakfast before being transferred to the airport for your international flight back to Australia (or New Zealand).
Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight
Please note that some customers may arrive +1 day.
After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase. Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.
On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.
Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19-related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TripADeal website.
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with. We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated).
This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 1st December 2025.
This travel offer is priced for two people based on a twin share.
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a full-priced voucher must be purchased.
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
Departure Dates
2024
July: **17, **18
September: ^03, ^05, ^08
October: ^01, 08, 22, 29
November: *05, *12
2025
January: ^^20
February: *03, *10, *24
March: *03, *10, *17 ^^24, ^31
April: ^^07, ^^21, ^28
May: ^05, ^12, ^19, ^26
June: ^02, 09, ^16, ^23, 30
July: ^07, 15, 17, 22, 24, 28, 29, 31
August: 05, 07, 12, 14, 19, 21, 25, 28
September: 02, 05, 09, 12, 16, ^22, ^23, ^^30
October: ^^06, ^^07, ^13, *14, ^20, *21, *27
November: *06, ^10, *13, ^^17, ^^20, **24, **27
December: +01
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.
Surcharges
Please note:
• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $350 per person.
• Dates/months with a ^ incur a high season surcharge of $550 per person.
• Dates/months with a ^^ incur a high season surcharge of $850 per person.
• Dates/months with a + incur a high season surcharge of $950 per person.
• Dates/months with a ** incur a high season surcharge of $1,200 per person.
Departure Cities
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, *Perth or *Auckland.
Departure City Surcharges
• Perth: $100 per person.
• Adelaide or Brisbane: $200 per person.
• Auckland: $300 per person.
International Full-Service Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy class.
• Airlines: Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Qatar, Cathay Pacific, South African Airways and airline partners (subject to availability).
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation.
Domestic Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Route: Johannesburg - Cape Town
Missed Flights
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements.
Preferred Airline Surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Qantas: $500 per person
• Singapore Airlines: $300 per person
Please note:
• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners.
Arrive Early Options
Johannesburg, South Africa - $300 per person
High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availability
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
• 01 December 2023 - 09 February 2024
• 18 March 2024 - 30 April 2024
• 01 June 2024 - 14 August 2024
• 23 September 2024 - 20 October 2024
• 06 December 2024 - 31 January 2025
• 28 March 2025 - 27 April 2025
• 16 June 2025 - 20 July 2025
• 15 September 2025 - 12 October 2025
• 01 December 2025 - 31 January 2026
Stay Behind Options
Cape Town, South Africa - $300 per person
High season dates: up to $700 per person, subject to availability
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
• 01 December 2023 - 09 February 2024
• 18 March 2024 - 30 April 2024
• 01 June 2024 - 14 August 2024
• 23 September 2024 - 20 October 2024
• 06 December 2024 - 31 January 2025
• 28 March 2025 - 27 April 2025
• 16 June 2025 - 20 July 2025
• 15 September 2025 - 12 October 2025
• 01 December 2025 - 31 January 2026
Stopover Packages
* Singapore
Twin share: $1200 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1800 one way
Includes:
• 2 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers
Please note:
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
• Singapore Taylor Swift Concert: 01 - 10 March 2024
• Singapore Grand Prix: 18 - 24 September 2024
Flight Class Upgrades
Business or Premium Economy Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed
Accommodation Used:
4 Star Properties (Self-Rated)
Johannesburg: Radisson Blu OR Tambo Hotel & Convention Centre
Lowveld: Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge or Muluwa Luxury Tented Lodge
Cape Town: The Hyde Hotel
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
Extra Nights
Not available.
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for children 12 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
Triple Share
Not Available.
Bedding Configuration
Double or Twin (subject to availability).
Minimum group size 8, maximum group size 12 per vehicle.
Please note: a Small Group Tour is defined as a tour with no more than 20 travellers per vehicle.
Optional Tours/Activities
Day 4: Full-day Panorama Route Tour at $270 per person
Day 4: Half-Day Kruger National Park Game Drive at $175 per person
Day 7: Cape Peninsula Tour at $190 per person
Day 8: Full-Day Cape Winelands Tour at $150 per person
Please note:
• The optional tours listed above must be purchased on checkout or over the phone before submitting your passenger information form (subject to availability).
• Some tours require minimum numbers to operate.
• Visa fees and requirements
• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Optional gratuities/tipping
• Optional activities/tours
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Mandatory city tax
TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER
Tour Guide:
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group.
Tour Leader:
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined.
Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured.
CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Johannesburg Area
Johannesburg is situated on the highveld plateau and has a subtropical highland climate. The city enjoys a sunny climate, with the summer months (October to April) characterised by hot days followed by afternoon thundershowers and cool evenings, and the winter months (May to September) by dry, sunny days followed by cold nights. Temperatures in Johannesburg are usually fairly mild due to the city's high elevation, with an average maximum daytime temperature in January of 25.6°C, dropping to an average maximum of around 16°C in June. The UV index for Johannesburg in summers is extreme, often reaching 14-16 due to the high elevation and proximity to the equator.
Cape Town
Cape Town has a Mediterranean-style climate: wet and cool winters, and dry and warm summers. The annual average temperature in Cape Town is a delightful 17°C.
FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:
We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.
Passport Validity:
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.
COACH TOUR
Meals:
For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.
Luggage:
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.
OTHER
Mobility:
If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.
Fitness Level Required:
A moderate level of fitness will be required.
Moderate may involve more physical activity, including biking, longer day hikes or extended walking and standing, low-altitude treks, and water-based activities such as canoeing or low-grade kayaking. Guests using any walking aid other than a walking stick would be advised to reconsider as surfaces may be uneven.
Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.
Yellow Fever:
A valid international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required in many countries. You may need to present this on arrival at the airport or border crossing. Some countries will refuse entry if you are unable to present your certificate. It's also common for your home country to request a Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.
You must check with your doctor well before leaving home about the Yellow Fever requirements for the countries you'll be visiting.
Gratuities/Tipping:
Land
Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip is 110 ZAR (approx $10AUD) per person per day. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour.
Please note: Tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.
Sightseeing:
Please note: If entry to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).
Shopping:
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts.
Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.
A tourist visa is not required for Australians travelling to South Africa.
Important:
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.
Please note:
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.
Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance.
Voluntary Changes
This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
• Changes - $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
Supplier Fees
In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.
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