Cape Town & Overnight Safari: Glampacking Escape

10 Days
  • Partially Guided
  • 3 star Hotel
  • Spring & Autumn

Overview

Master the Mother City with this 10-day fusion of urban culture and wild adventure. Uncover Cape Town’s iconic landmarks, sip through the world-famous Winelands, and encounter the Big 5 on an overnight safari. With a perfect mix of guided tours and free days to explore at your own pace, it’s the ultimate South African experience. This Glampacking Escape includes economy return flights, hotel accommodation, private transfers and multiple day tours on the itinerary.

Highlights

  • Big 5 Safari Overnight Adventure
  • Winelands & Wine Tram
  • Iconic Coast & City Tour

Itinerary

Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and head to the La Splendida Hotel to check in.

La Splendida is a 3 star, Art Deco-inspired boutique hotel located on the "Platinum Mile" in Mouille Point, Cape Town.

Private Transfers can be included, please ask a member of our team if you would like this arranged.

Discover South Africa’s Mother City in this half day journey which blends breath-taking landscapes, rich history, and the vibrant culture that makes up this beautiful city.

8:30am / 1:00pm +/- Hotel Pick-up

  • South African Museum
  • Company Gardens
  • Malay Quarter/ Bo-Kaap
  • Green Market Square
  • Table Mountain Cable Car - optional
  • Short Diamond factory tour – optional

Embark on a journey along the breath taking Peninsula coastline, passing through picturesque historic villages. Explore the legendary confluence of two vast oceans and savour the beauty of the "fairest Cape of all.

Basic itinerary of your day:

  • 8:30am +/- Hotel Pick-up
  • Clifton & Camps Bay
  • Twelve Apostles
  • Hout Bay (optional boat trip to Seal Island)
  • Chapmans Peak Drive (if open)
  • Noordhoek
  • Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
  • Cape Point
  • Light Lunch
  • Penguin Colony (optional)
  • Simons Town

A dedicated day to explore the Mother City at your own pace, whether you choose to shop at the V&A Waterfront or relax on the beach.

Attention wine lovers!

Tantalise your taste buds and brush up on your wine knowledge on our Full Day Winelands Tour. Enjoy three wine tastings at award-winning wine farms, accompanied by a cheese assortment and cellar tour, an exciting ride on the Franschhoek tram, and a visit to the Drakenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last part of his captivity.

Basic itinerary of your day:

  • Entrance fees
  • Three wine tasting
  • Visit the towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch & Paarl
  • One cheese tasting
  • Cellar Tour
  • Professional guide
  • Pick up and drop off at hotel
  • Earphones to hear the guide clearly

Another day of leisure to dive deeper into local culture, visit museums, or enjoy the city's vibrant dining scene.

Transfer to Aquila Private Game Reserve for welcome drinks and a buffet lunch before embarking on a late-afternoon Big 5 game drive. End the day with a boma dinner and stargazing.

Just two hours from Cape Town, Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa offers guests an authentic South African overnight safari experience. Nestled in the heart of the Little Karoo (Klein Karoo), Aquila’s 10,000 hectare reserve is home to the iconic Big 5, Hippos, giraffes, zebras, and more.

See below your schedule:
12:00: Welcome Drinks Upon Arrival
12:30 - 14:00: Buffet Lunch
14:00: Check Into Accommodation
16:30: Game Drive | Meet at Pick-Up Point B
19:00 - 21:00: Buffet Dinner
21:00: Stargazing & Marshmallow Roasting in the Boma

Meals included: Buffet Lunch

Head out for an early morning open-vehicle safari followed by breakfast. After some time at leisure, transfer back to your Cape Town accommodation.

See below your schedule:

07:00: Game Drive | Meet at Pick-Up Point B
08:00: Buffet Breakfast
10:00: Check-Out
10:30 - 12:00: Time at Leisure
12:00 Transfer to Cape Town

Meals included: Breakfast

Your final full day for last-minute sightseeing or relaxing before your journey home.

Your 10-day journey in Cape Town has come to an end today. You are free to head to the airport or continue your own adventure through South Africa.

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Escape details

What's Included

Return Flights: Economy Return Flights included

8 Nights in Cape Town: 3/4 star hotel with Bed & Breakfast included.

1 Night Safari Stay: Overnight accommodation at Aquila Private Game Reserve.

Safari Dining: Welcome drinks, buffet lunch, buffet dinner, and breakfast at the reserve.

Airport Transfer: A final transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight home on Day 10.

Guided Tours & Activities Included

Expert Guides: Qualified English-speaking guides for all scheduled day tours.

Cape Town City Tour: A half-day guided tour including the Bo-Kaap, Company Gardens, and air-conditioned transport.

Cape Peninsula Tour: A full-day coastal tour with door-to-door collection and Cape Point entrance fees included.

Cape Winelands Tour: A full-day experience featuring three wine tastings, one cheese tasting, a cellar tour, and a ride on the Franschhoek Tram.

Big 5 Safari: Both an afternoon and an early morning open-vehicle game drive at Aquila.

Boma Experience: Stargazing and marshmallow roasting at the safari lodge.

What's Not Included

Private Transfer

Upon your arrival, our team can arrange a private car to take you to your hotel. Kindly arrange upon booking.

Budgeting

You should budget for meals and activities not listed above.

Visas and Travel Insurance

Mandatory requirements you must arrange yourself. Our team at Reight Escapes can help assist with visa arrangements, please email Book@reightescapes.com for any questions.

Looking for more adventures? Our team can easily arrange additional experiences for you, let your personal travel consultant know and they will build the extras into your itinerary.

This itinerary can be flexible. Our team can upgrade your hotel tier, flights, or adjust transport classes to perfectly suit your preferences. Enquire Now to Tailor Your Trip

Pricing & Important Notes

Reserve your spot on any of our Reight Escape tours for just £60pp Deposit.

Final pricing and specific timings for this itinerary are subject to change based on seasonal availability and peak ticket pricing at the time of booking. To secure your preferred travel dates and excursions, we highly recommend booking 3 to 4 months in advance.

Any bookings within 30 days prior to the departure are on a request basis. Please contact our team at Book@reightescapes.com to check availability.

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Cape Town & Overnight Safari: Glampacking Escape
From £2900
/ Person
    • Secure your spot for £60pp deposit
    • Request your Preferred Travel Dates

    • Economy Return Flights Included

    • Flexible Itinerary Planning Included
    • Spread the cost with Monthly Payments