11 3-Day Experiences in South Africa to Build a South African Day Around

1.3 Day Garden Route’s Best Highlights with Safari from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · from $366Our pick

Review of a fast-paced 3-day Garden Route tour from Cape Town with Cango Caves, canoeing, safari, lodging, and optional bungee jumping.

“An amazing, action packed and humbling experience. If you’re short on time, this garden route tour is beautiful. Our tour guide JP has a passion for the outdoors and went above and beyond to make sure there were good vibes. Every stop was unique and JP shared amazinRead more”

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2.3 Day Garden Route Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $445

Review of a 3-day Garden Route safari from Cape Town, with two game drives, Tsitsikamma hiking, kayaking, meals, and shared lodging.

“The tour was a very good one. We went for 2 drive games, also a nice kayaking, and for the braves: bungy jumping. Asanda our guide was great !! He was always trying to tell us everything about his beautiful country Southafrica. So thanks Asanda for all !!!!”

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3.3-Day Budget Tent Kruger Park Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 163 reviews · 3 days · from $653

Review of a 3-day budget Kruger safari from Johannesburg with tent stays, sunset and night drives, bush walks, BBQ dinner, and Blyde Canyon.

“Such an excellent tour and the management of the group was exceptional, they allowed me to upgrade my room when I realized I booked a tent instead of the main campground. The guides were well educated on the land and animals and the prepared food was always perfect. I saw a lot of cool animals every part of the trip.”

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4.3-Day Garden Route Highlights and 4×4 Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · 3 days · from $417

Review of a fast-paced 3-day Garden Route tour from Cape Town with Route 62, Cango Caves, canoeing, safari, and optional thrills.

“Amazing tour with the best guide who adapted to our pace and interests.”

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5.Kruger National Park 3-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 78 reviews · 3 days · from $825

A practical 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with Big Five drives, Hazyview lodging, scenic roads, and useful planning advice.

“I got to see the big 5, meet new people and explore the beautiful park. For the price of this activities all meals should be included.”

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6.3-Day Garden Route Safari and Coastal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 68 reviews · 3 days · from $720

Review of a 3-day Cape Town Garden Route tour with penguins, whales, Cape Agulhas, two safaris, wine tasting, and 4-star stays.

“This was a truly wonderful experience and totally exceeded our expectations! We were very fortunate to have Benjamin as our guide, who is extremely knowledgeable and so very passionate about his country. He looked after us and entertained us from day one and did everything possible to ensure we had the very best time. The tour covers very many different aspects of the area and gives a real insight into it's places and people, both now and in the past. The Garden Route Game Lodge is a real highlight. It's a very beautiful place and the staff are super friendly and helpful. Our game drives with Cathy were truly magical.…”

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7.3-Day Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $770

Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg, with small groups, open vehicles, park lodging, game drives, costs, and practical tips.

“We went in May 2024 and it was an absolutely amazing experience. We saw all big 5 animals. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful in ensuring we maximized our time.”

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8.3 Day Kruger National Park Safari & Panorama Route

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $1,008

Three days from Johannesburg to Kruger with sunset and full-day safaris, Panorama Route views, private transfers, and practical value advice.

“This was a life-long dream of ours, to visit Kruger. We enjoyed spending time with our guide, Norman, who picked us up at our hotel, and arranged every detail of our stay and game drives. The hotel he arranged was excellent, the food was grRead more”

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9.Kruger National Park. 3 Days Best Ever Safari from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $1,428

Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Cape Town with flights, Hazyview lodging, Big Five drives, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“Good- one and half day safari, not three days- AMAZING. Saw the big 5 Lovely guide and drivers. Attention to detail with journey there and back with lunch and consideration for comfort stops. Hotel lovely and very comfy. Flight time good. HotRead more”

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10.3 day Drakensberg hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $584

Review of a 3-day Mnweni Drakensberg hike with cave camping, mountain views, gear, meals, guides, price, and practical tips.

“Wonderful hiking experience! The Mweni mountains were breathtaking and the organization was excellent.”

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11.Kruger National Park 3 Days Best Ever Safari from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 11 reviews · 3 days · from $1,899

Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Cape Town with flights, Big Five game drives, lodge stays, costs, and practical booking advice.

“Well organized Pick up and drop of on time Accommodation very nice Safari amazing”

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