Day 1: Johannesburg - Bushveld Camp
Depart early from the 'City of Gold', Johannesburg, heading east to the spectacular Mpumalanga area. Visit an awesome waterfall in the area, as well as the quaint historic gold mining pioneer town of Pilgrim's Rest, the intriguing Bourke's Luck potholes and the Three Rondavels, towering above the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve. Finally, descend from the escarpment in the steps of the early explorers to the Lowveld bushveld. Overnight in the tented Drifters Bushveld Camp, within the Balule Nature Reserve, bordering the Kruger Park. Fall asleep to the sounds of the wild. Dinner.

Day 2: Bushveld Camp
Being privately owned, the bush camp allows you the freedom to walk amongst the game and to enjoy the animals from an open vehicle with both day and night drives. All major game species are prevalent, including the renowned "Big 5". Brunch, Dinner

Day 3: Kruger National Park
Leave the bush camp in the morning to travel the short distance to the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Spend the entire day game viewing. Enjoy a picnic lunch before overnighting in one of the park's rest camps. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Hazyview
Leave the park after an extensive morning's game drive where you wind your way to the sleepy settlement of Hazyview. Overnight in the Drifters Hazyview Inn, a log cabin on stilts situated spectacularly in a subtropical indigenous forest on the banks of the Sabie River. Swimming and lovely forest walks. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5 - 6: Swaziland - Zululand
Travel south through the Kingdom of the Swaziland, into an area of spectacular scenery, past numerous traditional homesteads and curio markets. On entering Zululand, the area once ruled by the famed Shaka Zulu, clients are surrounded by a region of Game Reserves and impressive fields of sugar cane. Spend the next two nights at the Drifters' Zululand Camp, a rustic camp situated in the sand forest on Drifters' private game reserve near Hluhluwe. Hike through the forest along the banks of Lake St Lucia, do a game drive in the renowned Hluhluwe Game Reserve and enjoy a traditional Zulu experience.  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Dolphin Coast
A short drive today. Travel to one of the world's finest coastlines, where the unrelenting waves of the Indian Ocean continuously pound deserted beaches. The next nights stop will be at the Drifters Dolphin Coast Inn, situated literally on the beach. Explore the nearby lagoon and simply enjoy the beach and warm ocean. A traditional fish braai (barbecue) tonight. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 8 - 9: Drakensberg
After a short visit to the holiday city of Durban, travel back to the majestic Drakensberg mountain range, "Barrier of Spears". On reaching the foothills, transfer to a 4x4 vehicle, and then enjoy an exciting drive on mountain tracks up to the Lesotho border. Spend two nights in the Drifters' Mountain Inn log cabins. Hike and explore the wonders of this National Heritage Site. Pony trekking is also available.  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Bloemfontein
After a 4x4 transfer back to the vehicle, climb the Oliviershoek Pass to view the turquoise waters of Sterkfontein Dam, then on to the Golden Gate National Park, well known for its towering sandstone cliffs and wealth of unique wildlife. The night will be spent on a working dairy farm near the little town of Ladybrand.  Tonight you enjoy a traditional "braai".  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 - 12: Karoo
Exploring lesser-known gravel roads, head into the dry Karoo interior. Travel via quaint and remote farming villages including Nieu Bethesda to the Drifters' Karoo Inn. Home for the next two nights will be in original stone cottages on a traditional farmstead nestled against the Sneeuberg. Enjoy an extensive walk in the mountainous terrain, home to a variety of interesting plants, animal and bird life. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13 - 15: Garden Route
An early start. Head for the pioneer town of Graaff-Reinett. Spend time visiting the Africana Museum, strolling around the town meeting the locals and admiring the unique architecture. Cross the mighty Outeniqua Mountains, barrier between the dry interior and the lush coastal Garden Route area. Arrive at the secluded Drifters Knysna Inn to spend the next three nights in cosy log cabins hidden in the heart of the forest.

Explore this renowned region and its many attractions. Take a walk in the forest in search of the elusive Knysna Lourie. Travel the "old passes road" to the Tsitsikamma National Park where clients will walk part of the acclaimed "Otter Trail". On the return journey, those with suicidal instincts may try the world's highest bungi jump at 216 metres (own expense). Visit sun-kissed beaches as well as taking a boat trip on the Drifters' ski boat around the Knysna Lagoon and through the Heads in search of dolphins and whales. Enjoy an evening meal in the vibrant woodcutter town of Knysna (own expense). Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 16 - 18: Cape Town
Visit the magnificent Lake District in the morning, then travel through the farming region of Swellendam, before heading to the coast to follow the "Whale Route" around the Hottentots Holland Mountains. Arriving in the "Mother City" of Cape Town in the late afternoon, check into the Drifters' Cape Town Inn, which is situated on the Sea Point beachfront. Cape Town, is undoubtedly, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Spend two days visiting Cape Point, Hout Bay, the waterfront, secluded beaches, a wine farm and many more highlights as well as hiking up Table Mountain. (Lunches & Dinners in Cape Town at own expense).  Breakfast

Important Information
This tour involves a fair amount of walking, so a small daypack is advisable and well worn hiking/walking shoes.
Malaria precautions are advisable for the bushveld section of the tour.
Passports are necessary for Swaziland.
The tour ends at 16:00 on day 18. However, clients are welcome to extend their stay by booking post-tour nights at the Drifters Cape Town Inn. If arranging an onward flight on this day allow time for an airport transfer and check-in procedures - at least 3 hours!