32 days in South Africa Itinerary

Step out of Durban to go to Ballito and see Spas, which is approximately 40 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: have unforgettable encounters with a shark diving experience, admire the natural beauty at Durban Botanic Gardens, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and examine the collection at Phansi Museum.

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Sydney, Australia to Durban is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 8 hours traveling from Sydney to Durban. Traveling from Sydney in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Durban: highs are around 28°C and lows about 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to go by car to St Lucia.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Wed): enjoy the sand and surf at Bhangazi Horse Safaris and then stroll through Mpila Camp Hluhluwe Imfolozi Reserve. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Thu): contemplate the waterfront views at Saint Lucia Estuary and then stroll around iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

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Getting from Durban to St Lucia by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to fly to Kruger National Park.

Step out of Kruger National Park with an excursion to Kruger National Park in Nelspruit--about 1h 5 min away. Spend the 7th (Wed) surrounded by wildlife at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park. There's lots more to do: stroll through Idube Game Reserve, hike along Wolhuter Wilderness Trail, and get great views at Nkumbe View Site.

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You can fly from St Lucia to Kruger National Park in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in September, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to travel to Hoedspruit.

Hoedspruit is known for parks, zoos & aquariums, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, stop by Kumbaya Home Decor, view the masterpieces at Kingfisher Gallery, and surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour.

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Take a bus from Kruger National Park to Hoedspruit in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In September, daily temperatures in Hoedspruit can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Hazyview.

Change things up with these side-trips from Hazyview: Nelspruit (Sudwala Caves, Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden Sanctuary, &more). There's lots more to do: take in breathtaking views at Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, stroll through Elephant Whispers, contemplate the long history of Shangana Cultural Village, and whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

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Drive from Hoedspruit to Hazyview in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Johannesburg.

When in Johannesburg, make a side trip to see Ukutula Conservation Center in Brits, approximately Brits away. Spend the 17th (Sat) trying your luck at Gold Reef City. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Apartheid Museum, make a trip to Nelson Mandela Square, try to win big at Montecasino, and contemplate the long history of Mandela House.

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Traveling by flight from Hazyview to Johannesburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Hazyview in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 12°C in Johannesburg. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Gansbaai.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): have unforgettable encounters with a shark diving experience and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Panthera Africa - Big Cat Sanctuary.

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Traveling by flight from Johannesburg to Gansbaai takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Johannesburg in September: highs in Gansbaai hover around 24°C, while lows dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to drive to Cape Town.

Cape Town is known for nature, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire all the interesting features of Cape Point, see the interesting displays at District Six Museum, take in nature's colorful creations at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Two Oceans Aquarium.

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Getting from Gansbaai to Cape Town by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi and train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.