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Safari Drive
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Table Mountain Hike
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Cape Winelands Visit
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Township Tour & Braai
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Head out at dawn in a 4x4 to track lions, elephants, and rhinos through one of South Africa’s iconic reserves like Kruger or Addo. With a private guide, you can take your time at sightings, ask questions freely, and follow the rhythm of the bush. It’s nature at its most raw and real.

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Walk one of the scenic trails up Table Mountain, where every turn reveals a new view of Cape Town and the ocean beyond. Your guide will tailor the route to your pace and share stories about the flora and landscape. Reaching the top on foot makes the panorama feel even more rewarding.

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Wander through the vineyards of Stellenbosch or Franschhoek, where mountain views meet historic estates and friendly tastings. Your guide introduces you to small producers and local flavors beyond the usual stops. It’s relaxed, scenic, and full of simple pleasures.

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Walk through a Cape Town township with a local guide who shares their community’s stories, challenges, and spirit. Then join a neighborhood braai (BBQ), where music, laughter, and smoky flavors fill the air. It’s not staged—it’s real life, shared with warmth and pride.

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Jeanine, US

18/09/2023

Our trip to South Africa and Victoria Falls, booked through Rough Guides and their SA based agent Zorica of Shadows of Africa, was absolutely perfect. I was hesitant to use a booking service because I have traveled around the world, always booking my own stays and excursions and such, but was intimidated by trying to do that for Africa. I would recommend this service to anyone, the hotels and game lodges were fabulous and a great value, tours and excursions were delightful and pickups were always on time. Transfers to and from airports really erased any anxiety for me. We saw so much wildlife, beautiful scenery, learned a lot from our drivers and guides, and I just cannot emphasize enough how amazing the trip was. Thanks, Zorica and Rough Guides, you gave us the trip of a lifetime.

Patricia, US

08/09/2023

Our trip was absolutely perfect. Our Agent planned everything out for us. All our rides were on time and safe. All of our tours were as described and most had knowledgeable and friendly guides. Our accommodations were wonderful and the food and drink good. It was very easy to contact our agent if we had any questions and she answered them all thoroughly. Thanks Zorica

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