SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 gqeberha tours most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Small-group full-day Addo safari in Eastern Cape with two game drives and a traditional braai lunch inside the park.
“Our guide was the lovely Steve. And it turned out to be a private tour. So that was great. We had the best experience. Saw a lot of animals and had the best Braai.”
Schotia Big Five safari from Port Elizabeth Harbor with open-vehicle game drives, snacks and drinks, and expert guides in 5 hours.
“We had a fantastic tour. Our guide Norman was incredible and went way above and beyond to make sure we saw every animal possible. Really special day and would recommend in a heart beat. My only slight complaint was no seatbelts in the bus to the reserve. 45 minute journey each way on fast roads…”
Cruise-friendly small-group safari in Addo Elephant Park with Big Five sightings and a traditional braai BBQ lunch included.
“Es war ein super Ausflug”
Cruise the Sundays River from Port Elizabeth, passing the Alexandria dune field, spotting birds, and climbing high dunes for bay views.
“I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything, the breath taking beauty of the river that expose you to the ocean was marvelous. The view of the sand dunes......I can do this repeatedly”
6-hour 4x4 open-safari from Port Elizabeth to Schotia Private Game Reserve. Spot lions, elephants, zebras and giraffes.
“No alcohol beer at rest stop”
A 5-hour Big Five safari from Port Elizabeth into Schotia Private Game Reserve with open 4x4 viewing, guided spotting, and snacks.
“That was really great.”
A 6-hour Addo Elephant Park Big Five safari from PE Harbour with guide Otto, picnic lunch, and a focused search for wildlife.
“Otto hat hat sich super um uns gekümmert und versucht alle Tiere für uns zu sichten. Das Picnic war auch hervorragend. Alles in Allm empfehlenswert.”
Port Elizabeth shore excursion to Addo Elephant National Park for guided safari, Jack’s Picnic Site lunch, and big-animal sightings.
“Netter Guide. Toller Ausflug. Bei der Abfahrt kleines Chaos (zu wenig Busse).”
Sandboard the Alexandria Dune Field by boat from the Sundays River in the Eastern Cape. Beginner-friendly options in 2–3 hours.
“Eve was so nice with the kids and helped them and let them help. Awesome experience for families.”
Full-day safari in malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park with a guided game drive, braai lunch, and an on-foot giraffe walk in the Eastern Cape.
