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    Luxury South Africa
    Safari Tours made for you

    Discover the best of South Africa on an unforgettable journey designed by experts
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    Winelands

    Indulge in the country's best food and wine

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    Big Five private reserves

    Spot the big five including elusive leopards

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    Marine life

    Enjoy the antics of penguins and whales

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    Cape Town

    Explore the coastal city and Table Mountain

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    Malaria-free family safaris

    Enjoy family friendly safaris in malaria free areas

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    Outdoor adventures

    Go hiking, kayaking, paragliding, mountain biking and more

    Awe-inspiring wildlife, world-class wineries and incredible lodges

    Few countries offer as much as South Africa. This is a country of untouched veld and remarkable game reserves, of dramatic mountains and surf-beaten coastlines. It’s the setting for the journey of a lifetime.

    South African safaris promise more than just the famous Big Five. Head to the stunning Cape coast to spot whales before venturing into the bush to see lions stretch lazily beneath trees while eagles soar overhead and rhino, buffalo and elephants graze nearby. Spend your nights in a luxurious tented camp, have a private game reserve all to yourself or watch the sun set over the wild beaches of KwaZulu-Natal.

    In the country’s cities, opportunities to learn more about South Africa’s rich and diverse heritage abound, as do excellent guides and myriad opportunities to appreciate South African art and culture.

    Our team of safari and South Africa experts, many themselves from South Africa, are here to help you create a completely bespoke itinerary based on your interests. Thanks to our personal experience, we can recommend the most luxurious places to stay and most memorable activities, while our Cape Town-based concierges can arrange tables at the best restaurants before you get here.

    Highlights

    Get up close to lions and leopards on a luxury safari in the Sabi Sands or the Kruger

    Taste fine vintages touring the best vineyards in the Winelands

    Spot whales on the Whale Coast and enjoy the slower pace of coastal life

    Embark on behind the scenes expert-lead tours meeting with local artisans and specialists

    Spend a magical night sleeping under the stars in a private reserve in the Kalahari Desert

    Hike through striking landscapes and pristine wilderness in the Limpopo

    Why do I love South Africa so much? Apart from the fact that I called it home for a number of years, I think it’s also the friendliest, most beautiful and diverse country in Africa. Where else can you enjoy international food and wine pairing one day, and a safari in Big Five territory the next?

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    Jody van Merode

    Senior Travel Designer

    Luxury accommodation in South Africa

    There are many incredible places to stay in South Africa. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

    Why book with Jacada?

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    Safari expertise

    Our experts bring decades of first-hand expertise. They’ve lived and travelled across Africa and are regularly on the ground reviewing the most exclusive hotels, camps and experiences. You’ll also have the support of a personal concierge, based in region.

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    Unforgettable guides

    We handpick the most knowledgeable guides, who bring each destination to life with care and passion. They’re chosen for their ability to provide unrivalled insight into the region’s wildlife, wineries and landscapes as well as a genuine, memorable experience.

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    Positive impact

    By travelling with us, you directly support a range of initiatives spanning wildlife conservation to community engagement. Our luxury trips are designed to prioritise experiences that are positive for you and the places you visit.

    Ready to plan your adventure?

    Whatever you want from your South Africa tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Where to go

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    Cape Town

    Vibrant and beautiful, Cape Town is an essential stop on any South Africa trip. Table Mountain dominates the skyline and offers exciting outdoor pursuits while the streets below are full of history, culture and buzzing bars and restaurants.

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    Drakensberg Mountains

    The Drakensberg mountains are an epic and exciting place to visit. Huge tabletops, massive ranges, ancient san rock-art sites and crashing waterfalls can be explored on hikes, exhilarating zip lines and expedition horse rides.

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    Durban

    A subtropical climate, beautiful beaches and laid back atmosphere makes Durban a great city to spend time in. It also holds plenty of cultural and political importance as the capital of the KwaZulu Natal region.

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    Eastern Cape Safaris

    South Africa’s Eastern Cape continues to win visitors over with its pristine coastline, accessible and malaria-free wildlife reserves, picturesque villages and surreal hinterland landscapes.

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    Johannesburg

    South Africa‘s ‘Big Apple’, this sunny city is not only one of the world’s largest urban areas and South Africa’s commercial and economic hub, it’s also been branded the new capital of cool.

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    KwaZulu Natal

    Known as the ‘Kingdom of the Zulu’, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa’s most north-easterly coastal province, quite literally has it all.

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    Limpopo Province

    Known as ‘The Great North’ Limpopo is characterised by majestic scenery, ancient landscapes and millions of hectares of protected land. There are numerous outdoor activities including some of the best horse riding safaris in the country.

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    Luxury Rail Travel

    Luxury trains cut through dramatic landscapes, enjoyed from the comfort of stylish carriages. Any journey through South Africa will be a beautiful one and taking the journey by train delivers a wonderful sense of calm or romance.

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    Madikwe

    Madikwe, in the northwest corner, boarding Botswana and the Kalahari desert is a hidden gem for safari-goers. A great spot for families with little children as there’s no malaria-free area.

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    Northern Kruger National Park

    The Makuleke is the northernmost section of the Kruger National Park. It is something of an open secret among safari aficionados, a diverse and dramatic region that is perhaps the park’s most beautiful, yet kept wonderfully quiet thanks to its remoteness and community run concession status.

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    Phinda

    Phinda is a private reserve offering exclusivity, conservation-lead hospitality and exciting wildlife encounters. A varied collection of habitats attracts plenty of wildlife and with its proximity to the coast, beach and bush combine perfectly.

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    Pretoria

    Located in the northern part of Gauteng Province, this handsome city is one of South Africa‘s three capital cities. Pretoria is made up of grand buildings, large, leafy green suburbs and wide, tree-lined streets.

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    Sabi Sands

    A private reserve spanning 600,000 hectares and boarding the game-rich Kruger Park means safari experiences here are exclusive and full of wildlife. A place of leopards and wild dogs, luxury lodges and endless savannahs.

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    The Garden Route

    The Garden Route is a place of magnificent natural beauty. The coastline is made up of small bays, beaches and quaint towns. In the distance rolling, green hills and forestland runs down to meet the coast, laden with marine life.

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    The Kalahari

    The Kalahari showcases the massive diversity of the country's landscapes. Unique desert species roam the arid plains, waiting for the rains to bring dry land to life with a flurry of desert flowers.

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    The Kruger

    A world famous national park, and for good reason. The wildlife in the Kruger is abundant, the big five reside here in large numbers. The park is home to many luxurious lodges for a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience.

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    The Western Cape Mountains

    The Cape Mountains span the northern and southern capes, taking in the Cederberg mountains and most of the Karoo plateau. A perfect place for jaw-dropping road trips on the famous route 62 and all just a convenient distance from Cape Town.

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    The Whale Coast

    On the Atlantic shoreline of the western cape there’s a beautiful collection of bays, towns and villages. Whale watching boat trips can be arranged to spot southern right whales and evenings are spent in fine restaurants and stylish hotels.

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    The Winelands

    Pretty towns and villages punctuate the green rolling hills of South Africa’s Wine Region. Home to fantastic wine, restaurants and plenty of outdoor activities that make the most of the stunning landscapes.

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    When to visit

    Cape Town and along the Garden Route are great to visit any time of year, but early summer when the winds drops are particularly pleasant. If you’re visiting for safari, the dry winter months are often considered the best but the wetter summer months bring full waterholes, lush bushveld and lots of newborn animals.

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    Wildflowers

    August - September

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    Safari

    May - October

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    Cape Town

    October - April

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    Winelands

    February - March

    When is the Best Time to Visit South Africa?

    When is the Best Time to Visit South Africa?

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    Plan your safari trip to South Africa

    Whatever you want from your adventure in South Africa, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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    Plan with peace of mind

    When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

    If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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