Johannesburg & Cape Town, South Africa
June 15th - 26th, 2023!
Currency South African Rand (ZAR)
Flights
US to Cape Town (Cape Town Only Group)
June 15th - 21st
US to Johannesburg (Joburg Only Group)
June 21st - 26th
Cape Town & Johannesburg Group
US to Cape Town
June 15th - 26th
Johannesburg to Cape Town
June 21st - 25th or 26th
Suggestion: Fly South African Airways
Accommodations
Cape Town
Johannesburg
Hip House Spectacular Table Mountain Views City Centre Vibe $1,148 (June 16th - 21st)
3 bedroom | 4 bathrooms architectural penthouse in the heart of Cape Town
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice Johannesburg $95/night (June 21st - 26th)
Contemporary, Hollywood-themed hotel in the Melrose Arch shopping center
Walking distance
The Grillhouse Melrose Arch (Steakhouse)
Piza ē Vino (Italian)
Activities
Johannesburg
Mandela House
Visit the house of Nelson and Winnie Mandela on Vilakazi Street!
Mongena Safari & Game Lodge
Mongena offers a spectacular African Bush safari & game drive experience for local and international visitors!
Sun Grand West Bowling
Lace up your bowling shoes and get ready to strike some pins. Offering 12 lanes of uninterrupted bowling, GrandWest bowling is bigger and better than ever.
Vilakazi Street
Experience the place that is the home of two nobel peace prize winners, Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu!
Apartheid Museum
Illustrating the 20th-century history of South Africa and the effects of Apartheid, the Apartheid museum is a must see during your trip to JoBurg!
Additional Activities in JoBurg
Soweto Tour
Home of the Apartheid Museum, Walter Sissulu Square, and the infamous Vilakazi Street . Soweto is the largest Black city in South Africa!
Lesedi Cultural Village
A tourist village which celebrates the cultural traditions of several different peoples of Southern Africa!
Karaoke Kong
This boutique karaoke bar & restaurant is the perfect place to sing your heart out and have your moment in the spotlight, while sipping on cocktails and feasting on delicious bar food.
Cape Town
Table Mountain
Stop by the mountain that is officially recognized as one of the new seven world wonders. Over 800,000 people visit it each year.
Cape Point
Cape Point is one of the country’s most popular tourist sites, it is a mountanous and scenic landform at the extreme southwestern tip of the continent.
Mitchell’s Waterfront Brewery
Where the party never stops and the beer always flows! Head down to Mitchell's on a Tuesday night for a karaoke treat. (Held upstairs, away from the street for a more private performance)
Bo Kaap
Bo-Kaap, formerly known as the Malay Quarter, is a former racially segregated area, situated on the slopes of Signal Hill above the city centre and is a historical centre of Cape Malay culture.
V&A Waterfront
V&A Waterfront is a retail, dining and entertainment district with gift and design stores, diverse museums, and a restaurant scene.
Additional Activities in Cape Town
Robben Island
Visit Robben Island the Apartheid era political prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 years for revolting against the Apartheid system and the South African government in 1964. Tours are led by former prisoners of the island.
Stellenbosch Wine Tour
Don’t miss out on the beautiful Stellenbosch region with rolling gentle hills, and big skies, as you indulge in some of South Africas finest wines.
The Armchair Theatre
This live music venue has hosted many different forms of live entertainment, including live music, comedians, film festivals, plays and exhibitions. Be among the greats during their karaoke night!
Food
Johannesburg
The Blackanese *Black Owned*
Sushi and Wine Bar fusing African flavour with Japanese cuisine.
Gemelli *Black Owned*
Founded on the concept of great, wholesome Italian food for the entire family.
Next to Gemelli there is Pantry Kitchen, an all day breakfast restaurant
Sahkumzi *Black Owned*
Traditional South African Restaurant on Vilikazi Street in Soweto.
Blaque Bistro *Black Owned*
Enjoy laughter, conversation, camaraderie and the promise of good food at Blaque Bistro! Serving modern African cuisine and endless wine options!
The Playground
A regular artisan Market every Saturday with a menu of gourmet street food, cocktails, and live music performances and DJ’s.
The Marble Restaurant
Marble is a celebration of quintessential South African fare. It embodies South Africans’ love of cooking with fire, a quality that makes their food culture different from the rest of the world
Cape Town
Tasha’s at V&A Waterfront
Uncomplicated comfort food bursting with flair and imagination. Only the very best, impeccably fresh ingredients, grown, raised and farmed by handpicked suppliers and artisans.
Lelapa Restaurant *Black Owned*
Lelapa, which means ‘the home’ was established by a mother and daughter team that converted their home into a restaurant. Traditional African food with and unforgettable storytelling experience.
Neighbourgoods Market
Award-winning market featuring over 100 specialty traders every Saturday, creating a weekly platform for local farmers, fine-food purveyors, organic merchants, bakers and more!
Gold Restaurant
A night at GOLD is an immersive experience that will take you on a 14-dish taste-safari paired with traditional Mali puppets and entertainment.
FYN Restaurant
Japanese African fine dining restaurant with a Manhattan feel and amazing views. Rated #37 on World’s 50 Best Restaurants!
Utopia Dining Elevated
Voted the best rooftop restaurant in Africa! Choose from an a la carte menu or a tasting menu at this fine dining 15th floor restaurant!
Nightlife
Johannesburg
KONKA Soweto
The Landmark Cocktail Bar
MIX Cocktail Bar
Taboo Night Club
Babylon The Joburg Bar
Sankayi Restaurant & Lounge
The Summit Club
Cape Town
Yours Truly Cafe & Bar
The Drinkery
The Village Idiot
Saint Lounge
Drama Bar
Coco
Transportation
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