Johannesburg – Blyde River Canyon – Kruger Park – Eswatini – St Lucia – Durban

This 11-day self-drive itinerary offers a comprehensive discovery of north-eastern South Africa, combining spectacular landscapes, safaris and a subtropical coastline.

From the dramatic viewpoints of the Blyde River Canyon to safaris in Kruger National Park and the UNESCO-listed wetlands of KwaZulu-Natal, this journey offers a wide diversity of experiences.

Itinerary Overview

Johannesburg (1 night)
Arrival in South Africa and overnight stay to recover from your international flight.  
Optional full-day guided tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and the Apartheid Museum.

Blyde River Canyon (2 nights)  
Discovery of the third-largest canyon in the world and its spectacular viewpoints: God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels.

Kruger National Park (2 nights)  
Self-drive safaris in one of Southern Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuaries, renowned for elephants, lions, leopards and rhinos.

Eswatini (2 nights)  
Crossing this small mountainous kingdom, offering a different cultural atmosphere and preserved natural reserves.

St Lucia – iSimangaliso Wetland Park (3 nights)  
Stay in this UNESCO World Heritage-listed region.

Highlights of This South Africa Journey

  • Spectacular panoramas of the Blyde River Canyon 
  • Self-drive safari experience in Kruger National Park 
  • Cultural discovery of Eswatini 
  • UNESCO-listed iSimangaliso Wetland Park 
  • Combination of safari and Indian Ocean coastline  

How to travel ?   

Self-drive in an SUV between Johannesburg and Durban. Distances are carefully planned to ensure a balanced pace and allow full enjoyment of each region.

Ideal for  

  • A first discovery of South Africa combining safari, landscapes and ocean 
  • Travellers looking to combine safari, nature and coastline 
  • A comfortable road trip as a couple, family or with friends

Estimated Budget

From €997 per person – based on 2 travellers *
(double occupancy – excluding international and domestic flights)

Included in this itinerary  

  • Meet and greet and transfer on arrival 
  • Vehicle rental (11 days) 
  • 8 nights in hotels and guesthouses with breakfast 
  • 2 nights in Kruger National Park rest camps (self-catering) 
  • 24/7 assistance throughout the journey  

Activities and excursions are offered as optional extras to tailor the journey to your preferences.

Optional Activities.
Several excursions can be added according to your preferences:

  • Guided tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and the Apartheid Museum 
  • Boat cruise at Blyde River Canyon 
  • Guided safaris in Kruger National Park 
  • Cruise on the St Lucia estuary 
  • Guided visit of iSimangaliso Wetland Park 

Flexible Itinerary
This itinerary can be adjusted according to your travel duration and interests. 
Options include:

  • Replacing the self-drive experience in Kruger with a stay in a private game reserve including full board and guided safaris in open 4x4 vehicles with experienced rangers
  • Upgrading accommodations
  • Adding an additional safari stop before the Blyde River Canyon 
  • Extending the journey to St Lucia with a stop in Kosi Bay 
  • Adding a beach stay in Mozambique 
  • Extending the itinerary to Cape Town or the Garden Route 
  • Reversing the itinerary  

* Prices vary depending on the number of travellers, season and accommodation level.  
Rates are based on exchange rates at the time of quotation.  
Family-friendly itineraries can be tailored according to children’s ages.

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