Best time to be there
October to May is the best time to visit the Cape. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.
Fly to
Cape Town/Johannesburg
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes/10 hours 30 minutes non-stop
time difference
GMT +2 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
Itineraries
South African Family Safari
Highlights - Fly to Tswalu Kalahari Reserve; See 5 star Tuningi Safari Lodge situated in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve on the Botswana border... Read more ...
Small Luxury Group Journeys - South Africa & Victoria Falls
Fly overnight to Cape Town, South Africa’s famous harbour city where old and new harmoniously converge. The city is dominated by the iconic Table Mountain, set on a peninsula of soaring, rocky heights and lush valleys. Read more ...
Around the World by Private Jet
Autumn 2014 brings a once-in-a-lifetime event; a chance to circumnavigate the globe alongside A&K's founder Geoffrey Kent, on an itinerary designed to include some of his favorite exotic destinations. Read more ...
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CLASSIC SOUTH AFRICA
14 DAYS FROM £4,215
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* Luxury safari in Kruger National Park
* Explore the scenic Garden Route
* Visit cosmopolitan Cape Town
HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTH AFRICA
14 DAYS FROM £2,995
* Look for the 'big five' in Kruger National Park
* Self drive along the Garden Route
* Stay in boutique accommodation
BATTLEFIELDS TOUR
7 DAYS FROM £2,115
* Journey through KwaZulu Natal
* Explore the historic Battlefields
* Inspiring lectures on Islandwana and Rorke's Drift
The Rainbow Nation has it all: flamboyant cultures, dramatic scenery, diverse wildlife and an easy-going atmosphere. This, together with superb restaurants, elegant hotels and a great climate, make a South Africa holiday a perennial favourite, with many people returning year after year.
A holiday to South Africa with Abercrombie & Kent is the best way to experience this fascinating country. With exclusive access to people, places and wildlife, our holidays to Africa stand out from the crowd. Try spotting whales, dolphins and great white sharks from the air, head into the South Africa's Winelands for a private wine tasting followed by chef table dining at one of the region's excellent restaurants, or take a Cape Town city break to experience the lively cosmopolitan buzz of the Victoria and Alfred waterfront with Table Mountain as a backdrop.
South Africa Holidays 2013, 2014 with A&K are as colourful and exciting as the country itself.
Explore the Western Cape vineyards that carpet the rolling landscapes of Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch. An Abercrombie & Kent Western Cape holiday and Northern Cape holiday are the perfect ways to explore this vibrant region, home to Meerkat Manor.
The celebrated Garden Route follows Africa's southern coast along windswept cliffs, sandy bays, sheltered forests and mountains - the Garden Route holidays are ideal for nature lovers!
The Eastern Cape safari is ideal for families wanting an Eastern Cape holiday, offering the unique opportunity to see the 'Big Five' in a malaria-free environment. KwaZulu Natal holidays offer much for any visitor, whether exceptional fishing, walking and hiking in the Drakensberg or a visit to the battlefields of the Anglo Zulu wars - not to mention some of the best game viewing in the country at the exclusive Umfolozi and Hluhluwe and Mkuzi game reserves.
Mpumalanga has stunning mountain ranges, but is best known for the Kruger safari and the adjacent game reserves of the Sabi Sands, Timbavati and Manyeleti - arguably one of the best places to see the elusive leopard and wide-open African skies on a South Africa safari.
Madikwe Game Reserve is also ideal for a South Africa safari. Situated in the far north of the North West Province, it is one of the largest game reserves in South Africa with areas of open plains and woodland and is divided by escarpments, which makes it an incredibly diverse area for the beautiful animals that live there. A Madikwe safari is effortlessly accessible via a three hour drive or a short flight from Johannesburg.
A malaria-free destination, the Waterberg lends itself as the perfect family safari destination. The Waterberg safari has been described as South Africa's best keep secret.
Some of South Africa's most stunning landscapes may only be witnessed by rail. The South Africa train travel combines luxury accommodation, interesting excursions, gourmet food and beautiful surroundings to create unique South Africa's train journey not to be missed.
Pricing
A&K's South Africa Holidays 2013, 2014 are individually tailored to suit your needs and timescale. However, as a guide, a 14 day South Africa holiday will cost from £4,215 per person based on two adults sharing and subject to availability.
Explore South Africa
Cape Town & Kruger - Save up to 15%
Enjoy Cape Town & Kruger with 3 nights Lion Sands River Lodge and 4 nights Cape Cadogan BB from £2998pp. Includes international flights, domestic flights, private transfers, all meals, activities and local drinks while on safari. Valid on travel until 20th December 2013. A 17% saving is also available on British Airways flights from July. Terms and conditions apply.
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, South Africa
Save up to £1,600 per couple
Stay for 4 nights and pay for only 3 nights. Valid for travel between 01st May 2013 - 31st August 2013. Terms & conditions apply.
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Lion Sands River Lodge
Save up to £570 per couple
Stay for four nights at the superb Lion Sands River Lodge and only pay for three nights. An excellent way to extend your safari experience in this beautiful camp in one of the best locations in the Sabi Sands. Valid for travel between 1st May 2013 to the 31st August 2013. Terms and conditions apply.
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Makanyane Safari Lodge
Save up to £1,150 per couple
Honeymoon in style in the beautiful Makanyane Safari Lodge. This is a special honeymoon offer when the bride stays for free for stays of 3 nights or more for travel at any time before the 10th December 2013. Must be booked by the 30th June 2013. Terms and conditions apply.
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One&Only Cape Town
Receive 10% discount for booking early
Book your stay at the wonderful One&Only Cape Town at least 60 days before you depart and receive a 10% discount on the nightly rate. Valid for selected departures between 7th April to 27th September 2013. Terms and conditions apply.
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Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa
Stay 4 & fly for free
Adults staying for 4 nights or more at Motse Camp will receive return flights from Cape Town or Johannesburg to the Lodge free of charge. There is a 50% reduction on the children's flights when travelling with parents. Valid for travel from the 1st January - 31st December 2014. Terms and conditions apply.
Suggested South Africa Accommodation Offers
Cape Grace Hotel
Nestled on a private quay between the working harbour of Cape Town's bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the serenity of an international yacht marina...
Kurland
Where the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountains sweep down to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, emerald-green pastures and immaculate polo fields enclose this luxurious country-house hotel.
Singita Ebony Lodge
Singita Private Game Reserve is an exclusive 18,000 hectare sanctuary adjoining the Kruger National Park. Well known for its prolific wildlife, especially its concentration of big game and relaxed cats...
Tswalu Kalahari
In the Northern Cape Province of South Africa, at the foot of the Korannaberg Mountains, lies the Tswalu Kalahari. Founded in 1995, it is one of the largest private conservation projects in Africa.
Fugitives' Drift Lodge
The Rattray family continue to pioneer Heritage Tourism in South Africa, having created the ideal setting for visitors to experience the events surrounding the great battles of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift.
Birkenhead House
Set high up on the cliffs just outside the town of Hermanus and overlooking Walker Bay is the magnificent Birkenhead House, the ultimate coastal retreat. Its elegant beach-house atmosphere reflects...
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Guest Testimonial
We had a wonderful holiday. Everything worked excellently. Charlotte Wilks looked after us brilliantly.![]()
- TC, London
British Travel Awards Winner
British Travel Awards Winner
We are delighted to have won Best Worldwide Luxury Tour Operator and Best Safari, Wildlife and Nature Tour Operator at the British Travel Awards 2012.
A&K Philanthropy
Peninsula School Feeding Association
Aims to reduce short-term hunger and increase attendance of school children, with daily lunches for children who may otherwise not have a meal that day.







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