Can you do a safari from Cape Town?

Can you do a safari from Cape Town? At just under a two-hour drive from the city, Aquila Game Reserve has certainly earned a name for itself as a top safari experience near Cape Town. The reserve helped reintroduce the Big Five to the Western Cape and is rooted in wildlife rehabilitation, land protection and community support.

Can you get around Cape Town without a car?

Cape Town has a number of private bus companies and commuter bus services, as well as the City Sightseeing bus. The City Sightseeing bus is an awesome way to see the city at your own pace as you jump on and off at your leisure. The MyCiti bus is another quick way to get around the city.

How many days do you need in Cape Town?

With four or five days in the city – ideally a week – you can see all the major sights (Cape Town's notoriously fickle weather permitting), pick the perfect restaurant (book a few weeks ahead for big-name fine dining joints) and get a feel for the city's general joie de vivre.

How many days do you need for a safari?

Time. Plan on at least two weeks. That should allow for at least three different camps in different areas, for three nights each. Generally, you get an early morning game drive and a late afternoon game drive each day, so two full days in each camp almost guarantees that you'll see a lot.

Is Cape Town a walkable city?

Though most Capetonians drive everywhere, Cape Town is an extremely walkable city.

Are safaris worth the money?

YES. Start saving now because a luxury African safari is WORTH IT. We spent about $7500 including flights, hotels on either side of our trip in Johannesburg, safari lodge, and transfers from the airport.

What is the best month to go on an African safari?

Conventional wisdom suggests the best time to go on safari is during the dry season, which is June to October for the majority of sub-Saharan Africa. It's easier to spot animals at this time, because they gather at water sources due to the scarcity. However, Africa's seasonality is legendary.

Why is Africa safari so expensive?

A lot goes into the cost of running a remote safari lodge, Addison added, especially when taking into consideration high taxes, conservation fees and national park levies. Generally our experience is that it takes at least five years to pay off a lodge before it even starts to make money, he said.

Which is better Serengeti or Kruger?

Both parks offer the Big Five; however, it will be much harder to spot the animals in Kruger due to the layout of the park with the paved roads. Animals often stay far from the roads. If you want a more adventurous safari with multiple animal sightings, Serengeti National Park is the way to go.

How many days should you spend on safari in South Africa?

Of course, a week or more is recommended for a more diverse experience across different parks and regions, including game drives, bush walks, and even a hot-air balloon “safari.” Two weeks would let you combine several distinct parks and reserves in South Africa as well as its neighbors, including Greater Kruger, ...

How to get from Cape Town to Kruger National Park?

If you are coming from Cape Town, there is a direct daily scheduled flight from Cape Town to Skukuza, the Kruger Mpumalanga Airport and Hoedspruit Airport - which takes about 2.5 hours. Of course, you can still choose to fly via Johannesburg, where you then have the choice of any of the above methods!

What is the best time to visit Cape Town?

December to March is the best time for beaches and sunny weather. If you want to head to the beach, the best time to visit Cape Town is in the summer (December to March). This is when you'll find warm weather, clear skies and long days, creating the perfect mix for sun-seekers.

How long should I spend on an African safari?

Plan on at least two weeks. That should allow for at least three different camps in different areas, for three nights each.