22 days in South Africa Itinerary
Created using Inspirock South Africa sightseeing planner
Start: Omaha
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Cape Town
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Hoedspruit
— 4 nights
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Hazyview
— 4 nights
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Knysna
— 5 nights
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Hermanus
— 2 nights
Drive to Cape Town International Airport, Fly to Omaha
End: Omaha
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Cape Town — 4 nights
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Mother City
Escape the urban bustle at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Cape Point. Discover out-of-the-way places like Earthstompers Adventures and Canal Walk Shopping Centre. There's still lots to do: take a memorable drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, take in the waterfront activity at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, stop by Prins & Prins, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Signal Hill.
To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Cape Town online itinerary planner.
Omaha, USA to Cape Town is an approximately 25-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to South Africa Standard Time (SAST), which is usually an 8 hour difference. In May in Cape Town, expect temperatures between 70°F during the day and 51°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can fly to Hoedspruit.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Cape Town online itinerary planner.
Omaha, USA to Cape Town is an approximately 25-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to South Africa Standard Time (SAST), which is usually an 8 hour difference. In May in Cape Town, expect temperatures between 70°F during the day and 51°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can fly to Hoedspruit.
Find places to stay May 16 — 20:
Highlights from your trip
Hoedspruit — 4 nights
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Step off the beaten path and head to Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre and Kingfisher Gallery. For shopping fun, head to 24 Degrees South or iNyoka Art Gallery. Change things up with these side-trips from Hoedspruit: Kruger National Park (Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park, Wolhuter Wilderness Trail, &more). There's more to do: look for gifts at Kumbaya Home Decor and get some fabulous bargains at Godding & Godding.
For maps, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Hoedspruit road trip planning site.
You can fly from Cape Town to Hoedspruit in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Cape Town in May: highs in Hoedspruit hover around 76°F, while lows dip to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Hazyview.
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For maps, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Hoedspruit road trip planning site.
You can fly from Cape Town to Hoedspruit in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Cape Town in May: highs in Hoedspruit hover around 76°F, while lows dip to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Hazyview.
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Find places to stay May 20 — 24:
Highlights from your trip
Hazyview — 4 nights
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Do your shopping at Into The Kruger Wildlife Gallery and Joubert en Seuns Padstal. Get in touch with nature at Bourkes' Luck Potholes and Elephant Whispers. Change things up with these side-trips from Hazyview: Sudwala Caves (in Nelspruit), Wonder View (in Graskop) and Antiques & Artifacts (in White River). There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas and stroll through Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve.
To find maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Hazyview route maker tool.
Traveling by car from Hoedspruit to Hazyview takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 74°F, and evening lows to 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to fly to Knysna.
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To find maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Hazyview route maker tool.
Traveling by car from Hoedspruit to Hazyview takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 74°F, and evening lows to 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to fly to Knysna.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 24 — 28:
Highlights from your trip
Knysna — 5 nights
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Get outdoors at Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary and Buffalo Bay. Do your shopping at Tiny Shop and Elephant Walk Farm Stall. Get out of town with these interesting Knysna side-trips: Wilderness (Parasailing & Paragliding & Wilderness National Park) and Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary (in The Crags). The adventure continues: explore the striking landscape of Garden Route National Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Featherbed Nature Reserve, push the limits with an extreme tour, and take in the exciting artwork at Jandreart Studio.
To see ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Knysna road trip app.
Traveling by flight from Hazyview to Knysna takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Knysna can reach 70°F, while at night they dip to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Hermanus.
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To see ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Knysna road trip app.
Traveling by flight from Hazyview to Knysna takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Knysna can reach 70°F, while at night they dip to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Hermanus.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 28 — Jun 2:
Highlights from your trip
Hermanus — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): stroll through Stony Point Penguin Colony and then take in the pleasant sights at Hermanus Cliff Path. On your second day here, identify plant and animal life at Dyer Island Cruises, stop by Wine Village Hermanus, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Grotto Beach.
To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Hermanus itinerary planner.
Fly from Knysna to Hermanus in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Knysna in June, Hermanus is slightly colder at night with lows of 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can travel back home.
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To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Hermanus itinerary planner.
Fly from Knysna to Hermanus in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Knysna in June, Hermanus is slightly colder at night with lows of 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can travel back home.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jun 2 — 4:
Highlights from your trip
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.
