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If the season finale of I’m a Celebrity…Get me out of Here has left you craving more jungle action, why not book a South African Holiday?
While your jungle adventure likely won’t involve sticking your hands into spider-infested enclosures (honestly, thank god for that), you can expect some bucket list moments from your holiday.
Why? Well, South Africa is one of the few places you can spot the Big Five—elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion, and leopard—all within a single day.
And, if you’re after a little R&R, this country of 63 million also boasts urban beaches and plenty of food and wine spots.
Ready to explore? Here are some of the best ways to see South Africa.
Best South African Holiday Tours 2025
Private 12-Day South Africa & Zimbabwe Tour
from $6,663 at Luxury Escapes
Want to indulge your adventurous side? This is the tour for you! Spanning two countries and five locations (Cape Town, Cape Winelands, Johannesburg, Pilanesberg National Park and Victoria Falls wildlife spotting will be the norm.
We’re talking twice-daily game drives and a private hot air balloon safari over Pilanesberg National Park, coupled with a three-day stopover in Victoria Falls.
To get that heart rate up you’ll also take a private guided tour of Victoria Falls, with the added options of ziplining and quad biking — sign us up!
Inclusions:
- 17 meals included – 11 breakfasts, three lunches and three dinners
- Sunset cruise along the Zambezi River
- Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (JNB), and Johannesburg (JNB) to Victoria Falls (VFA)
- Return airport transfers and air-conditioned transport with an English-speaking driver-guide throughout your journey
Deluxe 9-Day Southern Africa Safari with Victoria Falls, Kruger & Chobe National Parks
$6,895 at Luxury Escapes
This nine-day jaunt will take you from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park. Daily ‘Big Five’ game drives are the hero of this tour. However, if you’re after more wildlife viewing, a 5-star stay at Kruger Lodge will provide plenty of opportunities to spot rhinos basking in the evening sun. Need to recharge? You’ll also check into the Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa, a riverside retreat in the heart of the Botswana bush — bliss!
Inclusions:
- Discover South Africa’s Kruger National Park with experienced naturalist guides
- Daily ‘Big Five’ game drives and activities
- Private, guided tour of Victoria Falls
- 18 meals included – eight breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners
- Free-flow selection of wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks at Kruger lodge
- Two internal economy class flights
- English-speaking safari and tour guides with private group transportation
- Departure airport transfer
Ultra Lux 10-Day South Africa Safari with Luxury Rovos Rail Journey & All-Inclusive Dulini Lodge
from $14,345 at Luxury Escapes
From checking in at the Belmond to boarding the ultra-glam Rovos Rail, while the price tag for this one is almost $14,500, you won’t find a more luxurious South African holiday.
Additionally, you’ll call the vast Sabi Sands Game Reserve and the stunning Dulini, a luxury lodge, home. With gourmet all-inclusive dining and the region’s best game viewing we’re very jealous of this one!
Inclusions:
- Journey aboard the Rovos Rail, with all-inclusive dining
- An all-inclusive stay at Dulini Lodges
- 18 meals included – nine breakfasts, four lunches and five dinners
- Private touring through Cape Town
- Complimentary laundry service at Dulini
- Return economy class flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Skukuza (SZK), with lounge access at Johannesburg Airport (JNB)
- Private air-conditioned transportation
When is the best time to visit South Africa?
The best time to visit South Africa largely depends on what you want from your holiday. For wildlife viewing, go May through September; if you’re after a beach holiday go during December and January.
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