18 days in South Africa & Namibia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Africa trip planner
Start: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Cape Town, South Africa
— 5 nights
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Cape Agulhas, South Africa
— 1 night
Drive
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Hermanus, South Africa
— 1 night
Fly
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Knysna, South Africa
— 3 nights
Fly
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Hoedspruit, South Africa
— 2 nights
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Nelspruit, South Africa
— 2 nights
Fly to Walvis Bay Airport, Drive to Namib-Naukluft Park
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Namib-Naukluft Park, Namibia
— 3 nights
Drive to Walvis Bay Airport, Fly to Amsterdam
End: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Cape Town, South Africa — 5 nights
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Mother City
Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.Franschhoek Motor Museum and Fairview Wine and Cheese are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Groot Constantia and Robben Island Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Eikehof (in Franschhoek) and Spier Wine Farm (in Stellenbosch). There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, stroll through Fish Hoek Beach, get great views at Cape Point, and savor the flavors at Wine Flies Wine Tours - Day Tours.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Cape Town is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to South Africa Standard Time (SAST) is 1 hour. Plan for warmer temperatures traveling from Amsterdam in December, with highs in Cape Town at 30°C and lows at 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Cape Agulhas.
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Cape Agulhas, South Africa — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): savor the flavors at Wine Boutique on the Shipwreck Coast, admire all the interesting features of Cape Agulhas - Southernmost Tip of Africa, and then enjoy the sea views from Cape Agulhas Lighthouse.
For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Cape Agulhas sightseeing app.
Explore your travel options from Cape Town to Cape Agulhas with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in December, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Hermanus.
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For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Cape Agulhas sightseeing app.
Explore your travel options from Cape Town to Cape Agulhas with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in December, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Hermanus.
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Hermanus, South Africa — 1 night
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Renowned as a premier whale-watching destination, Hermanus grew from a quaint fishing village nestled on Walker Bay.Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): stroll through Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary, then kick back and relax at Grotto Beach, and then stroll through Voelklip Beach.
To find other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Hermanus online attractions planner.
You can drive from Cape Agulhas to Hermanus in 2 hours. In December, daytime highs in Hermanus are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to fly to Knysna.
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Knysna, South Africa — 3 nights
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Enshrouded in lush indigenous forest and surrounding a scenic lagoon of the same name, the Garden Route town of Knysna has plenty to offer.Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Outeniqua Transport Museum and Cape Palette Art Gallery. Get in touch with nature at Garden Route National Park and Wilderness Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Parasailing & Paragliding (in Wilderness) and The Crags (Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary, Birds of Eden, &more). There's still lots to do: explore the activities along Knysna Lagoon, stroll through Featherbed Nature Reserve, and kick back and relax at Brenton on Sea.
To find other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Knysna trip itinerary maker site.
Getting from Hermanus to Knysna by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In December in Knysna, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can fly to Hoedspruit.
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Hoedspruit, South Africa — 2 nights
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Hoedspruit offers proximity to Kruger National Park and features an airport, making it a popular jump-off point for a variety of tours and safaris.Kick off your visit on the 28th (Tue): identify plant and animal life at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park. On the 29th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: tour the pleasant surroundings at Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre, and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.
To find where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Hoedspruit trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Knysna to Hoedspruit takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Knysna in December: highs in Hoedspruit hover around 34°C, while lows dip to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can go by car to Nelspruit.
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Nelspruit, South Africa — 2 nights
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Gateway to the Lowveld
Nestled on the banks of the Crocodile River, Nelspruit provides visitors with a convenient base point boasting two airports and an enviable location on the road between Johannesburg and the Mozambican border.On the 30th (Thu), take in the dramatic scenery at Montrose Falls, then explore the fascinating underground world of Sudwala Caves, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Lone Creek Falls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 31st (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden Sanctuary and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.
For more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Nelspruit journey planning app.
Traveling by car from Hoedspruit to Nelspruit takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and flight. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in December, and nighttime lows around 20°C. On the 31st (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Namib-Naukluft Park.
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Namib-Naukluft Park, Namibia — 3 nights
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One of the world's largest nature and game reserves, the vast Namib-Naukluft Park boasts sweeping desert and mountain landscapes, a diverse range of animal life, and the surreal Sossusvlei, a scenic saltpan sprinkled with towering red sand dunes and petrified acacia trees.Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): explore the fascinating landscape at Big Daddy Dune. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Deadvlei.
To see where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Namib-Naukluft Park itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Nelspruit to Namib-Naukluft Park. The time zone difference moving from South Africa Standard Time (SAST) to Central Africa Time (CAT) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Nelspruit in December, expect Namib-Naukluft Park to be a bit cooler, temps between 27°C and 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to 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.
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.
