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This is not just a tour — it’s a journey with purpose.
What makes this 10-day South Africa experience unique is the balance between cultural immersion, wildlife adventure, and meaningful community connection — all designed for individual travelers who want to join a group without needing to plan one.
Led by a passionate local team, the tour blends visits to iconic sites like Soweto, the Apartheid Museum, and Kruger National Park with hands-on volunteering at grassroots initiatives. You’ll live like a traveler, not a tourist — connecting with real people, local perspectives, and impactful stories along the way.
Each trip is fully organized from arrival to departure, including accommodation, meals, transport, activities, and support. You’ll join a small, international group of open-minded adventurers ready to learn, explore, and contribute together.
Perfect for gap year students, solo travelers, or friends looking for a safe and enriching way to experience Africa.
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
The guide will meet you at international arrivals
Itinerary
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1Johannesburg
Guests are welcomed by our local team at OR Tambo International Airport and transferred to their accommodation. After check-in, there's time to settle in, relax, and meet the group. A short orientation session introduces the journey ahead.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
2The Voortrekker Monument
A grand granite structure honoring Afrikaner pioneers. Visitors explore its museum halls and panoramic tower view while learning about early South African history.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Union Buildings
The official seat of the South African government. The gardens offer spectacular views over Pretoria and a statue of Nelson Mandela marks the country’s democratic shift.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Church Square
The historic heart of the city, surrounded by elegant colonial-era buildings and the iconic statue of Paul Kruger. A quick immersion into Pretoria's urban heritage.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Apartheid Museum
A powerful, immersive exhibition chronicling the rise and fall of apartheid. Emotional, educational, and vital for understanding South Africa’s modern identity.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Soweto
A guided tour of South Africa’s most famous township. Walk the only street in the world to have housed two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
7South Africa
Guests actively participate in a hands-on volunteer project tailored to the community’s current needs – from youth engagement to sustainability support. A chance to give back and connect deeply with locals.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
8Lesedi Cultural Village
An interactive journey through South Africa’s major tribes. Guests enjoy live storytelling, dance performances, traditional homesteads, and local food tasting.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
9Maropeng Visitor Centre
A fascinating look at our species' beginnings. This UNESCO site showcases fossil discoveries, early human evolution, and includes a boat ride exhibition.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
10Sabie
A fun and safe river tubing experience through gentle rapids and scenic forested riverbanks near Hazyview. All equipment provided, guided by certified instructors.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
11Nourish Eco Village
Dive into grassroots community development. Visitors learn about sustainable farming, education projects, recycling, and social entrepreneurship. Includes a stay at nearby Shik Shack Backpackers.
6 hours • Admission ticket included -
12Sigagule Children's Centre; South African Medical Expeditions
A guided tour led by locals showcasing daily life, traditions, and rural innovation in South Africa.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
13South Africa
Engage with local children in environmental education programs. Activities include cultural exchange, games, and discussion on sustainability topics.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
14Kruger National Park
A guided safari in an open vehicle through one of Africa’s most iconic national parks. Spot elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, and buffalos while learning about wildlife conservation.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
15God's Window
South Africa’s most stunning geological features: God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes & Three Rondavels. Deep canyons, dramatic cliff views, and rock formations make for an epic farewell to nature.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
16Big Swing @ Graskop Gorge Lift Co
For those who want one last thrill — fly over the treetops and gorge with breathtaking views. A safe, professionally operated experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Welcome to Johannesburg
Exploring Pretoria’s Historic Landmarks
Soweto & Apartheid Museum
Community Volunteering
Cultural Roots & Origins
Adventure: Tubing on the Sabie River
Eco-Village Immersion
Village Life & Youth Exchange
Safari in Kruger National Park
Panorama Route & Ziplining Finale
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for children under the age of 10 years
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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