Explore 4 African Countries in 12 Days

Arriving in Cape Town

We depart from Istanbul (IST) at 01:55 on Türk Hava Yolları direct flight TK 044 to Cape Town (CPT) in the Republic of South Africa. After a flight of approximately 11 hours, we arrive in Cape Town at 12:00.

We are met at the airport by a private vehicle and transferred to the city centre. After checking in at the hotel, we take a short break to rest.

We then set out on a panoramic city tour of Cape Town. On the tour, we see the Parliament Building, one of South Africa's political centres; Company Gardens, dating from the 17th century and the city's oldest green space; and the Castle of Good Hope, which dates from the Dutch colonial period. Our tour also includes the Reibeck Statue and Adderley Street in Cape Town's historic centre. We also see the Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, known for its colourful houses and predominantly Muslim population. The neighbourhood is a good stop for taking photographs.

At the end of the tour, we have free time around Victoria & Alfred Waterfront (Marina), Cape Town's liveliest area, to shop and spend time at waterfront restaurants.

We stay overnight at Capetonian Hotel or a similar hotel in Cape Town.

Cape of Good Hope and Penguins

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off for our Hout Bay and Cape of Good Hope tour. Along the way, we pass through Cape Town's coastal neighbourhoods of Bantry Bay, Camps Bay and Clifton, seeing homes overlooking the ocean, white sandy beaches and palm trees. We make a short photo stop in Hout Bay, a fishing town with colourful boats and surrounding mountains.

We follow Chapman's Peak Drive, a coastal road winding between steep cliffs, stopping for photos at scenic viewpoints.

We reach the Cape of Good Hope area, where the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean meet. We take the funicular to the top and visit Cape Point Lighthouse, built in 1860. At the summit, where this lighthouse, one of the oldest in South Africa, stands, there is an opportunity to walk and enjoy ocean views.

On the return journey, we have a chance to observe African penguins in their natural colonies at Boulders Beach. Penguin sightings may vary depending on the season and conditions in their natural habitat. We then return to the hotel via Simon's Town, known for its history and architecture.

We stay overnight at Capetonian Hotel or a similar hotel in Cape Town.

Table Mountain and Wine Country

Visit Table Mountain, a symbol of Cape Town. Take a cable car to the summit at 1.087 metres for panoramic views of the city. There is an opportunity to take photographs and see the city from above.

Then travel to Stellenbosch Valley, one of South Africa's wine-producing centres. The first stop is Spier Wine Farm, one of the region's long-established wine producers. Learn about the wine production process and tour the vineyards. Guests who wish can taste local wines.

The town of Stellenbosch has streets lined with historic Cape Dutch architecture, art galleries, boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. Free time is provided for shopping or trying local food.

Overnight at Capetonian Hotel or a similar hotel in Cape Town.

Flying to Pilanesberg

Take an early morning direct domestic flight from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg with South African Airways. Departure from Cape Town (CPT) is at 07:25, and arrival in Johannesburg (JNB) is at 09:25.

Upon arrival in Johannesburg, transfer to Pilanesberg National Park. Head out in a 4x4 safari vehicle to look for the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhinoceros. Giraffes, impalas, zebras and various antelope species may also be seen during the safari.

Located in the caldera of an extinct volcano, Pilanesberg is a reserve with a dense wildlife population. The chances of seeing lions and rhinoceroses in the area are high.

Stay overnight at the 4-star Kingdom Resort Hotel in Pilanesberg or a similar hotel.

A Day in Sun City

We visit the entertainment complex in Sun City, known as the Las Vegas of South Africa. With themed pools, restaurants, play areas and a casino, the complex is where we spend the day relaxing and enjoying leisure activities after the safari.

In the afternoon, we return to Johannesburg. We stay overnight at Holiday Inn Express Woodmead or a similar hotel in Johannesburg.

Lesedi Cultural Village

After breakfast, visit Lesedi Cultural Village near Johannesburg. The village introduces the traditional buildings and ways of life of 5 tribes: Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho and Ndebele. This visit offers an opportunity to learn about South Africa's indigenous tribal cultures.

During the visit, explore each tribe's traditional homes and receive detailed information about their ways of life. Dance performances in traditional tribal clothing showcase African rituals. Guests who wish to do so can join the dances.

Overnight accommodation is at Holiday Inn Express Woodmead or a similar hotel in Johannesburg.

Reaching Victoria Falls

Depart on a morning flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Victoria Falls (VFA) in Zimbabwe. The domestic flight is operated directly by South African Airways. Departure is scheduled for 11:45 and arrival for 13:30.

Visa-on-arrival formalities are completed in Zimbabwe. The visa fee is approximately 50 USD.

After arrival, visit the Zimbabwe side of Victoria Falls in the afternoon. Mosi-oa-Tunya is also known as “The Smoke That Thunders”. The waterfall is 1,7 km wide and 128 m high, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the world's 7 Natural Wonders.

The Zimbabwe side offers the main panoramic view of the waterfall. Follow the rainforest trail to see the falls from various viewing points.

Overnight at Rainbow Hotel or a similar hotel in Victoria Falls / Zimbabwe.

Chobe's Elephant Herds

We leave the hotel early in the morning and head to the Botswana border. Passport formalities are completed quickly at the border under the visa exemption. We then enter Chobe National Park. Chobe has the highest concentration of elephants of any national park in the world, with approximately 120.000 elephants.

In the morning, we take a safari in 4x4 vehicles. We observe large herds of elephants, zebras and antelopes in wooded areas and open savannas. There is also a chance of seeing big cats such as lions and leopards.

We stop for lunch at a restaurant on the banks of the Chobe River.

In the afternoon, we take a boat safari on the Chobe River. During this trip, we have the opportunity to observe and photograph hippos (hippopotamuses), crocodiles, elephants drinking from the river and various bird species.

At the end of the day, we return to the Zimbabwe border and then transfer to the hotel. We stay overnight at Rainbow Hotel or a similar hotel in Victoria Falls / Zimbabwe.

Victoria Falls from Zambia

Cross the border into Zambia and arrive in Livingstone. Complete the visa-on-arrival formalities for Zambia (50 USD).

View Victoria Falls from the Zambia side this time. This side offers a closer view of the curtain of water, and you may get wet from the spray.

See the northeastern face of the falls from viewpoints such as Knife Edge Bridge and Eastern Cataract. Depending on the season, spray from the falls may create a rain-like effect (mist shower). At the end of the day, return to the Zimbabwe border and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at Rainbow Hotel or a similar hotel (Victoria Falls / Zimbabwe).

Mandela and Apartheid History

In the afternoon, fly with South African Airways from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Johannesburg (JNB). The direct domestic flight departs at 14:20 and arrives at 16:05.

Upon arrival, take a panoramic city tour of Johannesburg to explore its culture and history. Stops include Mandela House, where Nelson Mandela once lived and which is a symbol of the struggle for freedom; Museum of Africa, where traces of the apartheid regime can be seen; Constitution Hill, a central landmark in Johannesburg and a symbol of constitutional democracy; and Carlton Centre, one of Johannesburg's well-known landmarks, noted for its historic buildings.

After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Johannesburg at Holiday Inn Express Woodmead or a similar hotel.

Overnight Flight Home

Transfer to the airport at the time specified by the guide. The international flight is direct from Johannesburg (JNB) to Istanbul (IST) on THY TK 039. Departure is scheduled for 19:05 and arrival for 06:20 (+1). Overnight on board.

Arrival in Istanbul

We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 04:50. Our 12-day journey through 4 countries, exploring Africa's landscapes, wildlife and culture, ends here.

Thank you for choosing us for this journey from Cape Town's coastal neighbourhoods to Pilanesberg's safari areas, from Victoria Falls to the elephant herds along the Chobe River. We look forward to seeing you on your next trip.