There’s South Africa… and then there’s SOUTH AFRICA. Contiki offers the complete travel experience for 18-35s, with trips designed to showcase the best of this incredible country. With Contiki, you just need to show up and have the time of your life. You’ll join a group of friendly people from all over the world, all aged between 18 and 35.
Contiki has been taking young travellers across the world since 1962, and is rated highly based on independent reviews. Imagine how good you’d be at something if you’d been doing it for over 60 years?
Why Choose Contiki for Your South African Adventure?
Contiki takes the stress out of global travel! Each of our trips are designed, tried and tested by travel experts so that you’ll experience the main highlights and hidden gems of your chosen destination. Stays, local transport and awesome experiences are included with every trip. You’ll also travel with a friendly group of 18 to 35-year-olds, plus a highly trained Trip Manager and Trip Driver. This means that all you need to do is choose your adventure and then turn up at the designated starting point (usually the hotel/hostel for Day One). You can secure your booking with a low deposit, and then set up an (interest free) payment plan to take care of the rest. Choose monthly or bi-weekly payments. If you’d prefer, you can also pay the full amount upfront or pay in flexible instalments up to 60 days before you go.
- Age-Specific Focus: Age-restrictions allow us to tailor everything to YOU. The all-round vibe of the trip is designed for people who are young and hungry for adventure. And it’s unique to Contiki.
- Expertly Planned Itineraries: Stays, local transport and awesome experiences are included with every trip.
- Group Travel: You’ll join a group of friendly people from all over the world, all aged between 18 and 35.
Destinations and Experiences
Choose from well over 200 trips around the world. You’ll find Contiki trips in Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, Latin America, New Zealand and Australia. Popular destinations include the Greek Islands, Italy, Thailand, Japan and South Africa. Browse all destinations here.
Contiki South Africa tours offer a diverse range of experiences, including:
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- Exploring the Garden Route and its varied beauty.
- Hippo-spotting on one of Africa’s largest lakes.
- Camping under the stars at Kruger National Park as hyenas call in the distance.
- Visiting top attractions in Cape Town like Table Mountain, Cape Point, and the penguins of Boulders Beach.
- Game drives in top wildlife destinations such as Kruger and Chobe.
- Experiencing the adrenaline-fuelled activities of one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, Victoria Falls.
Featured Trip: Cape, Safari & Falls
The Cape, Safari & Falls trip ticks off all the major attractions in Southern Africa. This includes everything you’d want to see in a multi-country trip around Africa.
Itinerary Highlights:
- Cape Town: Start at the very top with a cable car ride up Table Mountain, followed by a city tour of Cape Town so you can navigate your way around this coastal city.
- Kruger National Park: venture to the Park gate and enter at sunrise, just the right time to see some of Africa's elusive predators finishing off their nocturnal hunts.
- Victoria Falls: Next we're off for a hike along the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders and ...
- Chobe National Park: wake up to watch the sunrise over the African bush with a light breakfast, before departing on a morning game drive to hopefully see some of the wildlife we may have heard the night before.
On this trip, you'll be able to camp under the stars (all while being surrounded by wildlife) at your Special Stay.
What to Pack for Your South Africa Tour
Your packing list will depend on where you’re going, the time of year you’re traveling, and the activities you plan to do on your trip. A good starting point would be:
- Sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen
- Hiking boots and comfy socks
- Insect repellent
- A good camera (especially for those safaris)
- Hydration tablets
- A torch/headlamp and binoculars
Planning Your Trip
Best Time to Visit
South Africa has something to offer all year round. May - September is the best time to visit if you’re here for the safaris. These are the South African winter months, so you’re more likely to spot wildlife congregating around the watering holes (and the weather will be less intense too.)
- May - September: Best for safaris.
- November - March: For the festivals.
- September - October: For whale watching.
- June - August: If you’re traveling on a budget.
Visa Requirements
Your visa requirements can change according to your citizenship. Check out our handy guide to visas for all the info. In some cases, your visa is free and you can collect it when you arrive in South Africa. In others, if you’re traveling from New Zealand for example, you’ll need to arrange your visa ahead of time.
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Is tap water safe to drink in South Africa?
On the whole, tap water is safe to drink in cities and towns.
Sustainability
Contiki is committed to sustainable travel, and to doing our very best both for the future of our planet and the travellers of tomorrow! Learn more here.
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Essential Information for Your Contiki South Africa Tour
Here's some essential information to help you prepare for your Contiki South Africa tour:
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18-35 years old |
| Deposit | Lock in your spot with a $200 deposit |
| Is tipping required in South Africa? | Tipping is the norm in South Africa. Tipping service staff between 10 and 20% would be acceptable. |
| Currency | South Africa’s main currency is the rand, which has been in use since 1961. |
| Insurance | Yes! In order to travel with us, you’ll need an insurance policy that covers all the activities listed in your trip itinerary. |
| ATM access | There’s good ATM access throughout South Africa. They accept most major credit/debit cards like Visa and MasterCard. Just be sure to check ahead for those sneaky fees while using your card abroad. |
| Luggage limit | Luggage limit is 1 medium sized bag (ideally soft-sided and non-wheely suitcases) per traveller at maximum of 23kg/50lbs, plus 1 piece of hand luggage per traveller. |
| What is included in the price? | The tour price includes accommodation, guiding services, selected meals, transportation throughout the itinerary, a range of additional services, and a complimentary eSIM. |
| What’s not included? | Flights to/from your start/end destination are not included with the cost of your trip. You can add flights to your online booking though - lock them in with a small deposit and pay the rest over time up to 30 days before you go. |
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