60 days in South Africa Itinerary

Founded when gold was discovered in the area in the late 19th century, Johannesburg quickly grew into a bustling metropolis, South Africa's largest city and the region's economic hub.

Family-friendly places like Apartheid Museum and South African National Museum of Military History will thrill your kids. Change things up with these side-trips from Johannesburg: The Cradle of Humankind (in Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site), Pretoria (Voortrekker Monument & Union Buildings) and Ukutula Conservation Center (in Brits). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, try to win big at Montecasino, get curious at Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, and wander the streets of Maboneng Precinct.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Johannesburg is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Amsterdam to Johannesburg. Prepare for much warmer weather when traveling from Amsterdam in February: high temperatures in Johannesburg hover around 32°C and lows are around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Kruger National Park.

One of Africa's largest game sanctuaries and part of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Program, Kruger National Park provides an immersive experience of wildlife.

Change things up with a short trip to Kruger National Park in Nelspruit (about 1h 5 min away). Spend the 10th (Mon) surrounded by wildlife at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park. And it doesn't end there: trek along Sweni Wilderness Trail, stroll through Bushmans Trail, take some stellar pictures from Nkumbe View Site, and steep yourself in history at Masorini Archaeological Site.

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Traveling by flight from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In February, daytime highs in Kruger National Park are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can travel to Hoedspruit.

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.

Attractions like Safaris and Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with these side-trips from Hoedspruit: Phalaborwa (Amarula Lapa & Qualito Craft Distillery). The adventure continues: take in the exciting artwork at Kingfisher Gallery, explore the galleries of iNyoka Art Gallery, meet the residents at Hoedspruit Reptile Centre, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Kruger National Park to Hoedspruit. In February in Hoedspruit, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 19°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to go by car to Hazyview.

A gateway to the popular Kruger National Park, Hazyview boasts an enviable location in South Africa's lowveld, surrounded by a staggering number of both natural and historic sites.

Bring the kids along to Sudwala Caves and Lowveld National Botanical Garden. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, stop by Katundo Leather Pty Ltd, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

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Traveling by car from Hoedspruit to Hazyview takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Hoedspruit in February, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Hazyview: temperatures range from 31°C by day to 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Durban.

Sunny weather and golden beaches await you on a vacation in Durban, a busy port city on the Indian Ocean known for its outdoorsy atmosphere.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like uShaka Marine World and Umhlanga Main Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Durban: Flag Animal Farm (in Salt Rock), Mac Nicol's Caravan Park (in Sihangwane) and Trafalgar Beach (in Trafalgar). The adventure continues: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, enjoy the sand and surf at Lucien Beach, admire the natural beauty at Durban Botanic Gardens, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Umhlanga Beach.

To see ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Durban online trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Hazyview to Durban takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Hazyview in February, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Durban, with lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can fly to Oudtshoorn.

Nestled in the arid valley of Little Karoo, the town of Oudtshoorn remains the hub of everything ostrich-related, housing the world's largest population of the flightless birds.

Bring the kids along to Cango Caves and Swartberg Pass. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Oudtshoorn: Lappiesbaai Beach (in Stilbaai), Roger Young Gallery (in Calitzdorp) and Hartenbos Waterpark (in Hartenbos). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Wilderness Beach, stroll through Cango Wildlife Ranch, scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, and experience rural life at Redberry Farm.

To find photos, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Oudtshoorn planner.

You can fly from Durban to Oudtshoorn in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Durban in March, plan for much colder days in Oudtshoorn, with highs around 18°C, while nights are little chillier with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Plettenberg Bay.

As one of South Africa's most popular beach destinations, the resort town of Plettenberg Bay comes to life in December and January, when the holiday homes fill up with domestic tourists and foreigner visitors.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Robberg Nature Reserve and Knysna Heads. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Plettenberg Bay: Knysna (Garden Route National Park & Jandreart Studio), Tsitsikamma National Park (Otter Trail, Tsitsikamma Forest’s Big Tree, &more) and The Dolphin Trail (in Storms River). The adventure continues: stroll through Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre, get outside with Outdoor Activities, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Christopher Catholic Church, and cool off at Water World Wild Waters Fun Park.

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Getting from Oudtshoorn to Plettenberg Bay by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. When traveling from Oudtshoorn in March, plan for somewhat warmer days in Plettenberg Bay, with highs around 27°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Cape Town.

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. There's much more to do: admire the natural beauty at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, stroll through Signal Hill, look for all kinds of wild species at Platteklip Gorge, and kick your exploration up a notch at Abseil Africa.

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You can fly from Plettenberg Bay to Cape Town in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Cape Town are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to drive to Hermanus.

Renowned as a premier whale-watching destination, Hermanus grew from a quaint fishing village nestled on Walker Bay.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Hermanus Cliff Path and Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hermanus: Drostdy Museum (in Swellendam), Montagu NGK Dutch Reformed Church (in Montagu) and Marbrin Olive Growers (in Robertson). There's still lots to do: have unforgettable encounters with a shark diving experience, kick back and relax at Betty's Bay Main Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Kleinmond Beach, and explore the activities along Waenhuiskrans Nature Reserve.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Hermanus trip planner.

You can drive from Cape Town to Hermanus in 2 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. In March, daily temperatures in Hermanus can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.