29 days in South Africa, Botswana & Namibia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Africa route planner
Start: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Cape Town, South Africa
— 3 nights
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Robertson, South Africa
— 2 nights
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Oudtshoorn, South Africa
— 1 night
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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
— 3 nights
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Nelspruit, South Africa
— 3 nights
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Kruger National Park, South Africa
— 4 nights
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Hoedspruit, South Africa
— 3 nights
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Johannesburg, South Africa
— 4 nights
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Ngamiland East, Botswana
— 1 night
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Damaraland, Namibia
— 1 night
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End: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Cape Town, South Africa — 3 nights
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Mother City
Robben Island Museum and District Six Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, wander the streets of Bo-kaap, get to know the fascinating history of Maclear's Beacon, and learn about winemaking at Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate.
To see reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the Cape Town road trip planning app.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Cape Town is an approximately 15-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Amsterdam to Cape Town. In October, Cape Town is somewhat warmer than Amsterdam - with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can go by car to Robertson.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the Cape Town road trip planning app.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Cape Town is an approximately 15-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Amsterdam to Cape Town. In October, Cape Town is somewhat warmer than Amsterdam - with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can go by car to Robertson.
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Robertson, South Africa — 2 nights
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On the 6th (Tue), get engrossed in the history at Drostdy Museum, then do a tasting at Excelsior Wine Estate, then learn about winemaking at Marbrin Olive Growers, and finally learn about winemaking at Fraai Uitzicht. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: learn about winemaking at Springfield Estate Winery, then do a tasting at Esona Boutique Wine Estate, then learn about winemaking at Bemind Wines, and finally do a tasting at Four Cousins Tasting Room.
For maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, read Robertson journey planning tool.
Drive from Cape Town to Robertson in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. October in Robertson sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can drive to Oudtshoorn.
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Drive from Cape Town to Robertson in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. October in Robertson sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can drive to Oudtshoorn.
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Oudtshoorn, South Africa — 1 night
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Ostrich Capital of the World
Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): Head underground at Cango Caves, explore and take pictures at Swartberg Pass, and then do a tasting at Doornkraal Padstal.
To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Oudtshoorn trip tool.
Traveling by car from Robertson to Oudtshoorn takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Oudtshoorn are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Plettenberg Bay.
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To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Oudtshoorn trip tool.
Traveling by car from Robertson to Oudtshoorn takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Oudtshoorn are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Plettenberg Bay.
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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa — 3 nights
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Venture out of the city with trips to The Dolphin Trail (in Storms River) and Knysna (Knysna Heads & Garden Route National Park). There's more to do: stroll through Robberg Nature Reserve and learn about winemaking at Plettenvale Wines.
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Getting from Oudtshoorn to Plettenberg Bay by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in October, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Nelspruit.
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Plan my Plettenberg Bay trip by asking Inspirock to come up with tips and suggestions.
Getting from Oudtshoorn to Plettenberg Bay by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in October, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Nelspruit.
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Nelspruit, South Africa — 3 nights
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Gateway to the Lowveld
Change things up with these side-trips from Nelspruit: Africa Joy (in White River) and Hazyview (Safaris, The Elephant Sanctuary, &more). There's still lots to do: Head underground at Sudwala Caves and tour the pleasant surroundings at Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden Sanctuary.
For where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Nelspruit tour planner.
Traveling by flight from Plettenberg Bay to Nelspruit takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Plettenberg Bay, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Nelspruit, ranging from highs of 29°C to lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Kruger National Park.
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For where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Nelspruit tour planner.
Traveling by flight from Plettenberg Bay to Nelspruit takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Plettenberg Bay, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Nelspruit, ranging from highs of 29°C to lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Kruger National Park.
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Kruger National Park, South Africa — 4 nights
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Spend the 15th (Thu) surrounded by wildlife at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park. There's still lots to do: stroll through Idube Game Reserve, don't miss a visit to Tshokwane Picnic Site, explore the ancient world of Masorini Archaeological Site, and get great views at Nkumbe View Site.
To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Kruger National Park trip itinerary planning site.
Fly from Nelspruit to Kruger National Park in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October in Kruger National Park, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Hoedspruit.
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To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Kruger National Park trip itinerary planning site.
Fly from Nelspruit to Kruger National Park in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October in Kruger National Park, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Hoedspruit.
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Hoedspruit, South Africa — 3 nights
Get a sense of the local culture at Amarula Lapa and iNyoka Art Gallery. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and look for gifts at Kumbaya Home Decor.
To see photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Hoedspruit road trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Kruger National Park to Hoedspruit. In October, daytime highs in Hoedspruit are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can fly to Johannesburg.
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To see photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Hoedspruit road trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Kruger National Park to Hoedspruit. In October, daytime highs in Hoedspruit are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can fly to Johannesburg.
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Johannesburg, South Africa — 4 nights
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City of Light
Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Apartheid Museum and Mandela House. Explore Johannesburg's surroundings by going to Sterkfontein Cave (in Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site), Union Buildings (in Pretoria) and Ukutula Conservation Center (in Brits). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, take a stroll through Maboneng Precinct, stop by Deer Design by Jess, and brush up on your military savvy at South African National Museum of Military History.
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Getting from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Ngamiland East.
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Planning Johannesburg trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.
Getting from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Ngamiland East.
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Ngamiland East, Botswana — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): stroll through NG/32 Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust.
Make your Ngamiland East itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Traveling by flight from Johannesburg to Ngamiland East takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Johannesburg in October, expect Ngamiland East to be somewhat warmer, temps between 41°C and 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Damaraland.
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Make your Ngamiland East itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Traveling by flight from Johannesburg to Ngamiland East takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Johannesburg in October, expect Ngamiland East to be somewhat warmer, temps between 41°C and 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Damaraland.
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Damaraland, Namibia — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 27th (Tue): take in the dramatic natural features at Messum Crater. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Wed): don't miss a visit to Twyfelfontein.
To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Damaraland online holiday planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Ngamiland East to Damaraland. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time (CAT) to Central Africa Time (CAT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car back home.
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To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Damaraland online holiday planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Ngamiland East to Damaraland. The time zone changes from Central Africa Time (CAT) to Central Africa Time (CAT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car 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.
