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Book NowOn a double-decker tourist bus, you can explore Johannesburg at your own pace while getting a great view of the city's best sights.
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Book NowA full-day safari from Johannesburg takes you to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Return transportation to the park is included, as are two 2.5-hour game drives in an open vehicle with a highly trained park ranger. Look for wildlife, including the "Big 5" and more.
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Book NowYou can explore Johannesburg at your own pace with a one- or two-day tourist bus ticket. To gain a fresh perspective on the township, take an environmental tour of Soweto. Explore the former residence of Nelson Mandela, Gandhi's birthplace, and more.
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Book NowDiscover Johannesburg in one day. There will be plenty of South African history on display during this day trip, which will take in such sights as the renowned Soweto Township, the moving Apartheid Museum, the Hector Pieterson and Mandela House Museums, and many more.
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Book NowExplore Johannesburg and Soweto in the late evening. On this 7-hour tour, you'll get to see the best of South Africa's capital city.
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Book NowVisit the city within a city that is Soweto. Take a full-day tour of this picturesque and lively community. A local guide, who grew up in Soweto, will take you to all of the most popular attractions. Included in the package is a traditional township meal.
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Book NowJoin us for a full-day safari in South Africa's Pilanesberg National Park, which is home to the continent's Big Five.
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Book NowOn this two-hour walking tour of the area, you'll marvel at Maboneng, marvel at The Cosmopolitan, and discover more about this innovative inner city precinct's makeover.
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Book NowTake a 12-hour safari tour of Pilanesberg National Park to see wildlife in its native habitat. The "Big Five," which includes leopards, lions, and elephants, can be viewed. See how a 1,200 million year old volcano has shaped the landscape.
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Book NowA walking tour of Johannesburg's history and architecture is a great way to learn about the city. Get to know the people and capture some memorable images.
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Book NowTour the Cullinan Diamond mines to witness the source of some of the world's most famous diamonds. Pretoria is a great place to learn about South Africa's diamond mining business and the history of the practice.
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Book NowThe mix of Joburg City, Soweto, and the Gold Reef City Theme Park & Museum is a unique and unforgettable experience. An introduction to the city's skyscrapers and bustling streets, followed by a tour of Soweto, which is home to a number of historically significant landmarks.
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Book NowA three-hour guided tour of the Apartheid Museum will provide you with a better understanding of what life was like in South Africa under apartheid. Explore an inspiring example of how South Africa is confronting its dark past.
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Book NowExplore the inner city of Johannesburg on a four-hour bike tour that includes a mix of history, gastronomy, and culture.
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Book NowAre you up for a trip to a city within a city? Soweto is a vibrant, attractive place to visit if you're up for the challenge. On this full-day tour, you'll see the best of Soweto, the Apartheid Museum, and more of Johannesburg with a knowledgeable local guide.
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Book NowTransform your travel experience by joining one of these trips and focusing as much on the people you meet as the sights you see.
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Book NowA trip to Pilanesberg National Park is a great way to start your day's quest for sightings of the Big 5, as well as some impressive antelope. You'll be awestruck by the breathtaking scenery and plenty of wildlife. Discover the Valley of the Waves and Sun City while relaxing in the sun.
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Book NowCome right up close to the Big 5 in one of Africa's largest game reserves, Kruger National Park. Get a taste of South Africa's wilderness on a full-day safari with a trained guide.
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Book NowFor three days, you can camp in Pilanesberg National Park. You will be able to see the "Big 5" while on a safari with a knowledgeable guide in a closed-roofed vehicle.
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Book NowOn a two-day safari from Johannesburg, you'll get to see the natural splendor of Kruger National Park. During your morning and evening game drives, keep an eye out for the fabled Big 5 of Africa.
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Book NowThe Pilanesberg National Park is home to Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. On this full-day tour, boost your chance of animal sightings with two guided game drives in an open safari vehicle; tuck into a tasty lunch gazing out over a prominent waterhole; and potentially witness giraffe, hippos, zebras, and antelope in their natural setting.
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Book NowA safari in South Africa is a must-do experience, but if you are pressed for time, it may be difficult to squeeze it in. This hassle-free 2-day excursion departs from Johannesburg. All you have to worry about is tracking down the Big Five; we've taken care of the logistics.
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Book NowOn a full-day tour of Johannesburg and Soweto, learn about South Africa's most populous metropolis. Visit the Top of Africa for panoramic views, the Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum to learn about the city's history, and the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square in Soweto to trace Nelson Mandela's steps.
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Book NowCome and see the beauty of the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve in an open 4x4 safari vehicle on our 10-hour tour. Have the opportunity to witness the big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard) up close and personal. After lunch (included), you can choose to either conduct another safari trip in a closed vehicle (Minivan) or a minivan.
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Book NowHere are some suggestions to make the most of your time spent at the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Cave. In order to fully appreciate the significance of these incredible fossil discoveries, it is best to tour with a guide. The Sterkfontein Caves are home to some of the world's most important archaeological finds, including the hominid fossils known as Little Foot and Mrs. Ples.
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Book NowIt's difficult to go to the most famous township in South Africa on your own. It's possible to get a first-hand look at life in Soweto by taking a half-day tour led by a local. Soweto's vivid modern personality and the township's unique culture will be revealed to you.
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Book NowTake a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Cradle of Humanity or the Magaliesberg mountain range. Take a break from the day's activities and enjoy a hot air balloon ride over the countryside. Take a flight over one of the two locations and enjoy the spectacular views of South Africa below with your professional pilot. After a long trip, appreciate your newly formed memories with a hearty meal.
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Book NowYou'll get a personal, full-day tour of the city of Johannesburg that includes transfer from your hotel or other lodging, as well as a knowledgeable guide. Visit the Apartheid Museum, the Nelson Mandela House, Freedom Square, and Soweto as you discover South African history and culture on this trip.
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Book NowTaking in vistas of the Magaliesbergs and the Cradle of Humanity from above is a highlight of this hot air balloon safari. Get a bird's-eye view of this breathtaking area without shelling out for a helicopter or plane ride. Your guide will tell you all about the history of the area while you sip champagne and take photos from the air, before landing for a complimentary brunch upon arrival.
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Book NowGolfers of all skill levels will find something to enjoy and learn on this cutting-edge course, which can be completed in as little as three hours. There will be a fresh new course for locals and guests to compete on, the Whistling Thorn 18-hole Par 3 Championship Golf Course, which is both fast-paced and environmentally sensitive.
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Book NowFrom Pretoria or Johannesburg, visit Pilanesberg National Park. In this popular game reserve, look for impalas, cheetahs, hippos, and crocodiles. The park has around 360 bird species. After lunch, return to your hotel late in the day.
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Book NowOrganizing a safari's logistics can be difficult, so leave it to the professionals and book this all-inclusive package. In addition to open-vehicle safaris and ranger-led bush walks and drives, you'll have lots of opportunities to see the Big Five, as well as the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, where you can get up close to injured and orphaned animals.
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Book NowKruger National Park is one of Africa's largest and most famous, home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. This traditional 5-day trip includes thrilling game drives in an open safari vehicle, a bush walk along the Olifants River, and sightseeing along the Panorama Route, where you can see the Three Rondawels and the Blyde River Canyon.
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Book NowThere isn't a single tour company that doesn't provide safaris by open vehicle, which is the norm in South Africa. We provide you with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see animals up close and personal from a unique vantage point.
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Book NowThis 5-day safari at Katekani Lodge includes Kruger National Park. Traveling with a guide and following a carefully crafted itinerary assures you won't miss anything. Highlights include Kruger National Park, Tshukudu Game Reserve, and Motlala Game Reserve. Your guide will narrate the Blyde River Canyon, the Three Rondawels, and the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre.
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Book NowPrivate transfers for up to four individuals are available from and to the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and the city's other locations to the Kruger National Park. A free meet-and-greet service is offered if you need to be picked up directly from the airport by a driver from your hotel, guest house, or residence.
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Book NowDay 1: You'll be picked up at 10:00 am and driven to Pilanesberg. ETA: 13h00. Check in and rest before your 3-hour sunset trip at 16h00. Then, dinner. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, you'll dine in a boma under the stars (weather permitting). A magical finale to the day. On August 1, 2010, this entry was published.
Day 2: Open Vehicle, Start your day with a safari and breakfast. You'll have time to rest, swim, or sip cocktails by the waterhole. (personal) A sunset drive begins at 16h00, followed by dinner.
Day 3: As you leave the park, you'll take one more closed Safari Game Drive. This last game drive can be replaced with a Suncity Resorts and Casinos tour.
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Book NowKruger National Park is Africa's best wildlife destination. Departing daily from Johannesburg or Pretoria, the Panorama Route offers breathtaking views of nature. God's window, Blyde River Canyon View our country's stunning countryside and historic villages while driving. One of our stops is Dullstroom,at 2100m above sea level. It has Scottish trout. The only chance to see the highveld and lowveld at once.
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Book NowA safari in the Kruger National Park is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but it's also unreasonably pricey. On this 6-day excursion, it is possible to spend more time in the park and see the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve as well as the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre. Game drives, walks, lodging, and most lunches are included.
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Book NowPrivate 3-day tours of South Africa's renowned Kruger National Park are the best way to explore the country's outstanding wildlife. By taking a guided tour that includes transportation from Johannesburg, you don't have to worry about any of the logistics of getting to the park on your own. Visitors who wish to experience the sights without the hassles will find this tour excellent.
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What are guided tours?
Guided tours are often all-inclusive group travel experiences guided by a local travel guide and following a predetermined schedule centered on a particular tourist attraction or local activity. Numerous sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets to major tourist destinations, group day/night trips, food/wine tastings, and even airport transfers are available.
Should I use guided tours on my vacations?
Explore and experience your destination like a local.
See everything! The best way to get the most out of your trip is to get personalized advice before and during your trip. Experience your travel destination as if you were a local. Then, find all the hidden gems!
Avoid scams and pay better prices
Book your guided excursions in advance from the comfort of your own home, then simply relax and enjoy your vacation when you’re abroad.
I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?
With such a vast number of guided tours available, there is sure to be one that fits your budget.
Save time, Get the most out of your trip.
Make the most of your journey by not wasting a single second! Memories are not formed when waiting in a queue. Reserve in advance and bypass the lineups at the world’s most popular attractions.
With a planned tour schedule, you know exactly what you will be doing every day, without any risk of disappointment.
Check reviews before buying a guided tour
Overwhelmed by options and unsure which guided tour to take? Check out other users’ reviews to determine which activities are suitable for you.
No risk to you. Free cancellation
Many of the guided tours allow you to change your mind and cancel your reservation without penalty up to 24 hours before the activity. This is really useful if your trip plans change at the last minute.
Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation
Joining guided tours is a great way to meet new friends from all over the world.
Types of guided tours available for your vacation
Depending upon the city you are traveling to, there are practically any guide trips and activities for everyone. There are outdoor guided tours, water activities, Nature routes, Music festivals, Local food trips, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems exploration, beer or white wine drinking and tasting trips, exclusive TV & Movies trips, romantic couple trips, children’ activities, trips to Parks and Gardens, Island exploration tours, check out famous landmarks, Museum guided tours and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to explore to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & viewing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping trips, theaters and concert halls, come by ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for rental, helicopter trips, ferryboat tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, luxury yacht services and sailboat leasing.