Join Black Travelers In South Africa

Our 2025 South Africa Tour

South Africa

September 3, 2025 - September 11, 2025

Join us in South Africa in September.  We will spend 9 days in South Africa starting in Cape Town and then ending in Johannesburg.  We will tour Robben Island, where Mandela was held captive for 18 years. We will tour the areas of Soweto and Johannesburg and visit sites such as Hector Pieterson Museum, Mandela Home, and the Apartheid Museum. There are options to visit the wine country and indulge in South African wine which has a history dating back to 1659.   


Later if you choose to continue, we will travel to Zimbabwe where we will visit the Victoria Falls and enjoy a safari at Chobe National Park crossing into Botswana.

There is so much to do on this trip.  If you have wanted to visit South Africa, this is the trip for you.

Check Out The Full Package Below!

Trip Highlights

  • 9 Day Hotel Accommodations
  • AC Hotel by Marriot or similar in Cape Town
  • Radisson Blu Hotel or similar in Jo'Burg
  • Victoria Falls Lodge or similar in Zimbabwe (Extension)
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Tour of Cape Town
  • Visit Table Mountain (Optional)
  • All-White Cruise w/ cocktails
  • Domestic flight from CPT to JNB
  • Tour of Victoria Falls
  • Visit the Apartheid Museum
  • Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto
  • Visit Hector Pieterson Museum
  • Visit Nelson Mandela's Home
  • English speaking local guides
  • All airport transfers and Intra-flights
  • Exclusive Wine Tour and Tasting (Optional)
  • Roundtrip flight from JNB to VFA
  • Township Tour (Optional)
  • Robben Island tour given by a former inmate of the prison

Enjoy the Beauty of South Africa

Itinerary

Itinerary*

Day 1

Arrival

Arrive in Cape Town, today.  We will check into our hotel and meet later that day for our first dinner in South Africa.


Overnight: AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town or similar

Meal(s): Dinner

Day 2

Cape Town Tour

After breakfast, we will begin our tour of Cape Town and Table Mountain. Visit to the Slave Lodge, and St George Cathedral, Green Market Square, and Diamonds and Tanzanite tour. Stop for lunch. After lunch we will visit Table Mountain, weather permitting.


Overnight: AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Robben Island

After breakfast, we will tour Robben Island, an UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as a maximum-security prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years.  Later we will meet to be transferred to Dinner at the Gold Restaurant.


Overnight: AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

Optional Excursions

Today, you have the opportunity to enjoy some optional excursions.  You can visit one of South Africa's winery, swim with the sharks, Cape of good hope. etc.  There are many to choose from in Cape Town.


Overnight: AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5

Free Day

Today, is your last full day in Cape Town.  Enjoy the day on the waterfront or relaxing at the hotel.


Overnight: AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 6

Jo' Burg

Today we transfer to Jo' Burg. Upon arrival, we will visit Soweto.   Upon arrival, we will visit Nelson Mandela home, and Pieterson Museum. After lunch, we will check into our hotel in Johannesburg for the evening.


Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7

Apartheid Museum

Today, we will visit the Apartheid Museum and learn the history of the revolution in South Africa.  After we will return to our hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening.


Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8

Day in Jo' Burg

Today, we have the opportunity to explore more of Jo' Burg.  There is an opportunity to visit the Cradle of Humankind museum, experience a walk with the lions, or return tone of our previously visited sites.


Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel or similar

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 9

Depart

After breakfast, for those not continuing to Zimbabwe, will transfer to JNB airport to board your flight back home.  Your flight will depart JNB airport on September 11, 2025.


Meal(s): Breakfast

Zimbabwe Extension

Day 9

Depart

After breakfast, we will pack, check out of our hotel and transfer to the airport to board our flight to VFA.  Lunch is on your own in the airport (JNB). Upon arrival we will transfer to our hotel.

In the afternoon, we will experience the Zambezi Safari River cruise..



Overnight: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10

Victoria Falls

After breakfast, we will tour Victoria Falls. Upon our return to our hotel, the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy.


Overnight: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11

Game Drive

Today we will embark on a full day safari at Chobe National Park, Botswana. We will enjoy lunch and later we will meet for our farewell dinner at an African authentic restaurant Boma. 


Overnight: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12

Optional Excursions

Today is your day to enjoy some free time at the lodge.  Enjoy some optional excursions or spend time at the spa.


Overnight: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 13

Depart

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for our flight back to JNB.  Your return home flight should depart JNB airport on September 15, 2025 after 6 PM.


Meal(s): Breakfast

* Tentative Itinerary.  Finalized itineraries are delivered 30 to 60 days before the start of the trip.

Black Travelers International, LLC constantly strives to improve each itinerary and all features. If improvements can be made or unforeseen conditions beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries. Occasional restorations may cause exhibits to close. During local or national holidays abroad, certain facilities such as museums, theaters, sightseeing tours, and shopping may be limited. Black Travelers International, LLC will not be held responsible for any of these occurrences but wherever possible, itinerary adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to passengers. In the event of possible safety concerns, we also reserve the right to alter or postpone tours. 


PRICING

Prices are quoted based on the exchange rate and quoted pricing as of January 2, 2023. If the US dollar devalues 2% or more, or the prices increase, all prices will be adjusted.

Trip Details

TRIP INFORMATION:

 PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE                                 ROOMMATE MATCHING AVAILABLE               

LAND ONLY, NO AIRFARE
DOUBLE: $3950 Per Person 
SINGLE: $4750 Per Person

Arrival Airport Code: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) -   September 3, 2025
Departure Airport Code: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) -   September 11, 2025 *

* For those continuing to Zimbabwe, you return home flight should depart (JNB) on September 15, 2025 after 6 PM

Zimbabwe & Botswana Extension - September 11, 2025 to September 15, 2025
5 Day Extension $2050 USD Per Person 

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:

Any meals not mentioned

Alcoholic beverages

Personal expenses for souvenirs, etc.

Any required Covid testing 

Any Immunization Cost

Traveler insurance

Any Visa Costs

Gratuity

Costs of additional excursions not included in package

International and domestic flights to and from home country

Additional Trip Information

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

South Africa


  • US passport valid for 6 months past your return date and two consecutive blank visa pages.
  • Yellow fever at least 10 days before arrival is required for travelers originating from or transiting through WHO-designated yellow fever countries.


Zimbabwe Extension


  • Double -entry Visa is required for two entries into Zimbabwe for US passport holders.  Visas can be obtained on arrival to Zimbabwe for $45 USD cash.
  • An additional four consecutive blank visa pages.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
View our terms and conditions here.

TRAVEL INSURANCE WAIVER
View our travel coverage protection waiver here.

TRAVEL INSURANCE PROVIDERS
Missing a trip and/or losing your money you paid for your trip can be heartbreaking. Therefore, we highly recommended purchasing travel insurance to protect you and your investment in case of an emergency. Everyone's needs are different, and you can do a search on the best travel insurance to meet your needs. Here is a list of some popular travel insurance providers.


PAYMENT PLANS
Payment plans are based on the date you registered, and the payment plan selected.   
All payments will be automatically deducted from the account that you have on file.

View our terms and conditions for more information on payment plans.

ROOMMATE MATCHING
If you are in need of a roommate for your trip. Select "Double - match me, please" under 'Occupancy Type' and we will provide you with a questionnaire for roommate matching. 
Note: Roommate matching occurs after 75% of the cost of the package is paid.

ITINERARIES
Finalized itineraries are delivered to participants 30 to 60 days before the start of the trip.
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