16 days in South Africa, Botswana & Namibia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Africa vacation planner
Start: Newark, United States
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Cape Town, South Africa
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Knysna, South Africa
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Hoedspruit, South Africa
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Nelspruit, South Africa
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St Lucia, South Africa
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Ngamiland East, Botswana
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Swakopmund, Namibia
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Cape Town, South Africa — 3 nights
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Mother City
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Platteklip Gorge and Fish Hoek Beach. Get in touch with nature at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Robben Island Museum. There's much more to do: get great views at Cape Point, take in nature's colorful creations at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, tour the pleasant surroundings at Signal Hill, and go for a stroll along the water at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
For reviews, photos, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Cape Town trip itinerary builder site.
Newark, USA to Cape Town is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to South Africa Standard Time, which is usually a 7 hour difference. Traveling from Newark in November, expect Cape Town to be a bit warmer, temps between 76°F and 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Knysna.
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For reviews, photos, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Cape Town trip itinerary builder site.
Newark, USA to Cape Town is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to South Africa Standard Time, which is usually a 7 hour difference. Traveling from Newark in November, expect Cape Town to be a bit warmer, temps between 76°F and 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Knysna.
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Knysna, South Africa — 2 nights
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On the 19th (Thu), stroll through Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Garden Route National Park, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Knysna Lagoon, then take in the exciting artwork at Jandreart Studio, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Brenton on Sea.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Knysna road trip planning app.
Getting from Cape Town to Knysna by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cape Town in November, you will find days in Knysna are a bit cooler (70°F), and nights are about the same (57°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Hoedspruit.
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To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Knysna road trip planning app.
Getting from Cape Town to Knysna by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cape Town in November, you will find days in Knysna are a bit cooler (70°F), and nights are about the same (57°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Hoedspruit.
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Hoedspruit, South Africa — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 21st (Sat): look for gifts at Kumbaya Home Decor, stroll through Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre, and then stroll through Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun): identify plant and animal life at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park.
Plan my Hoedspruit trip by asking Inspirock to come up with tips and suggestions.
Fly from Knysna to Hoedspruit in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Knysna in November, you will find days in Hoedspruit are a bit warmer (83°F), and nights are about the same (56°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can drive to Nelspruit.
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Fly from Knysna to Hoedspruit in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Knysna in November, you will find days in Hoedspruit are a bit warmer (83°F), and nights are about the same (56°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can drive to Nelspruit.
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Nelspruit, South Africa — 2 nights
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Gateway to the Lowveld
Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): explore the fascinating underground world of Sudwala Caves, then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, and then stop by Joubert en Seuns Padstal. Keep things going the next day: admire the sheer force of Lone Creek Falls, then hike along Barberton Makhonjwa Geotrail, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden Sanctuary.
For more things to do, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Nelspruit vacation builder app.
Drive from Hoedspruit to Nelspruit in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and flight. When traveling from Hoedspruit in November, plan for a bit cooler days in Nelspruit, with highs around 78°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to St Lucia.
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For more things to do, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Nelspruit vacation builder app.
Drive from Hoedspruit to Nelspruit in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and flight. When traveling from Hoedspruit in November, plan for a bit cooler days in Nelspruit, with highs around 78°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to St Lucia.
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St Lucia, South Africa — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): look for gifts at Canerat Crafts, then contemplate the waterfront views at Saint Lucia Estuary, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.
To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our St Lucia tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Nelspruit to St Lucia takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can travel to Ngamiland East.
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To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our St Lucia tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Nelspruit to St Lucia takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can travel to Ngamiland East.
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Ngamiland East, Botswana — 1 day
To find more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Ngamiland East day trip planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from St Lucia to Ngamiland East. In November, daytime highs in Ngamiland East are 94°F, while nighttime lows are 70°F. You'll set off for Swakopmund on the 26th (Thu).
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The Route module can help you plan travel from St Lucia to Ngamiland East. In November, daytime highs in Ngamiland East are 94°F, while nighttime lows are 70°F. You'll set off for Swakopmund on the 26th (Thu).
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Swakopmund, Namibia — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 27th (Fri): examine the collection at Swakopmund Museum and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll through Dune 7 and then add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour.
To see reviews, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Swakopmund holiday maker site.
Traveling by flight from Ngamiland East to Swakopmund takes 20.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, shuttle, and train. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time to Central Africa Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Ngamiland East in November, you will find days in Swakopmund are cooler (74°F), and nights are a bit cooler (55°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
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To see reviews, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Swakopmund holiday maker site.
Traveling by flight from Ngamiland East to Swakopmund takes 20.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, shuttle, and train. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time to Central Africa Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Ngamiland East in November, you will find days in Swakopmund are cooler (74°F), and nights are a bit cooler (55°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
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South Africa travel guide
Rainbow Nation
The landscapes of South Africa match its people in terms of diversity, richness, and vitality. From desert lands and coastlines, to the famous nature reserves sheltering the "Big Five" game animals, the country has natural charm in spades. The main cities provide a wealth of bars, clubs, shopping districts, and entertainment options to please the most demanding visitors, while traditional life can still be admired and respected in a collection of villages with beehive-style huts and an age-old cultural heritage. When in need of a minute to digest all that's happened during your trip to South Africa, sit down to a braai (traditional barbecue), and a bottle of wine made at one of the country's thriving vineyards.
Botswana travel guide
Sparsely populated Botswana possesses some of the most unadulterated wilderness and animal-rich areas in Africa. Largely unfenced national parks allow the world's largest population of elephants to roam freely--these protected areas also shelter varied birdlife and many endangered and rare mammal species. Tourism in Botswana largely caters to visitors seeking luxury lodges and exclusive safari experiences, but expeditions into traditional villages are also strongly recommended. The preserved cultures of these agricultural settlements show a link between man and nature formed over centuries, a relationship that many visitors to Botswana come to reconsider in their own lives.
Namibia travel guide
Land of the Brave
Since gaining independence from South Africa in 1990, Namibia has sought to rival its neighbor in terms of tourist appeal. While it hasn't yet gotten up to the numbers of South Africa, Namibia tourism sector has plenty to work with. The desert and mountainous areas represent a real source of appeal, with species of classic African game animals, such as desert lions, zebras, and elephants real highlights of safaris through the national parks. Namibians are rightly proud of their country, and the myriad traditional villages, colonial German towns, and lively urban centers all deserve your attention.
