Exotic South Africa - Self Drive

10 Days

/ 9 Nights

South Africa

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Highlights

George, South Africa

Cango Caves Entrance
Ostrich Farm Entrance
Tsitsikamma National Park with Suspension Bridge Walk

Cape Town, South Africa

Entrance to Table Mountain Cable Way
Entrance to Boulders Beach
Entrance to Seal Island Cruise
Entrance to Cape of Good Hope
Flying Dutchman Funicular

Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Game Drive

Day wise travel itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival - Johannesburg

Arrive at Johannesburg International airport and meet with your driver who will be holding a placard of your name in the arrivals hall and proceed for overnight at Johannesburg.

Included Meal: Dinner

Day 2 : Johannesburg – George - Knysna

After breakfast depart to Johannesburg airport and take flight for George & transfers to hotel. The Garden Route is a long stretch of the southeastern coast of South Africa which extends from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape to the Storms River in the Eastern Cape. The call comes from the verdant and ecologically various plants encountered right here and the severa lagoons and lakes dotted alongside the coast. It consists of cities including George, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and Mossel Bay. Overnight at Knysna .

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 : Knysna – Tsitsikamma

After breakfast depart for Bloukran’s bridge – Face Adrenaline at Bloukran’s Bungy is a Proud Guinness World Record Holder for the Highest Commercial Bungee Jump in the World at 216m! Get your adrenalines pumping as you opt for Bungee Jump or Bridge Walk as an optional activity! Later proceed towards Tsitsikamma National Park, via Plettenberg bay. The Tsitsikamma National Park is a 80 km long seaside strip between Nature’s Valley and the mouth of the Storms River. In the park all the visitors finds an almost untouched natural landscape.. Also, do not miss the opportunity to enjoy the walk on suspension bridge. Overnight at Knysna.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 : Knysna – Oudtshoorn – Private Game Reserve

Morning depart for a day trip to Oudtshoorn. Visit Ostrich Farm. Come face to face With the biggest bird in the world. Cango Ostrich Farm offers comprehensive and complete information regarding the ostrich – and ostrich industry. Later visit the Cango Caves – one of the world’s incredible characteristic marvels, designed essentially through the ages – captivating limestone developments in a wide assortment of hues. An underground wonder world, International renowned as one of the world’s great natural wonders sculpted by nature through the ages; their fascinating limestone formations occur in a variety of ways. Later proceed for overnight at Private Game Reserve.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 : Private Game Reserve

Enjoy leisure day at the private game reserve, explore the reserve and surroundings on own.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 : Private Game Reserve - Cape Town

Morning depart for Cape Town, whilst the views of the Garden Route which is probably South Africa’s most celebrated area, a stretch of coast heralded as one of the country’s highlights. Its stunning scenery is a major attribute of the town. Arrive in Cape Town and overnight at Cape Town.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 : Cape Peninsula Tour

Morning depart for full day Cape Peninsula tour. Travel at a tempo that permits you to discover the splendor of the Cape Peninsula. Visit Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve along one of South Africa’s most scenic routes, passing Hout Bay and the dramatic view from Chapman’s Peak Drive.

Depart for a cruise to Seal Island, to view seals and sea birds at the famous Duiker Island. Take a Funicular ride and experience beautiful Cape Point Nature Reserve, where (by tradition) two marine ecosystems meet, is the main highlight. Visit Boulders beach to see Jackass Penguins which are only found in this colony. Overnight at Cape Town.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 : Capetown City Orientation Tour

After breakfast, depart for Table Mountain and half day City Orientation Tour. Proceed towards Table Mountain for unforgettable sweeping views (weather permitting & Non refundable). Here we are able to see Table Mountain from the equal attitude because the early settlers did once they sailed into Table Bay. Return to the city through Malay Quarter, company gardens, house of Parliament and pass by the Castle of Good Hope. Travel to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, and stop for some shopping at the V&A Mall. Overnight at Cape Town.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 : Cape Town (Leisure Day)

After Breakfast enjoy your full day on your own. You can opt for optional activities and explore Cape Town. Overnight at Cape Town.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 : Departure

After breakfast depart for flight back to home with amazing memories of your trip.

Included Meal: Breakfast

Stay in Hotel Like

Peermont Metcourt Hotel or similar

64 Jones Rd, O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, 1627, South Africa

No. Of Nights : 1

Premier Resort The Moorings or similar

1 George Rex Dr, Rexford, Knysna, 6571, South Africa

No. Of Nights : 2

Garden Route Game Lodge or similar

N2, Albertinia, 6695, South Africa

No. Of Nights : 2

Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa or similar

1 Lagoon Gate Drive, Lagoon Beach, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

No. Of Nights : 4

Visa Checklist

South Africa Tourist Visa Check List

Original Passport with old Passport :
Note : Passport should be valid minimum 06 months from the date of travel. You need minimum two blank pages in your passport on back-to-back sides for visa stamping.
04 recent photographs each :
02*02 inches size, white background, matt finish & 80% face image & not used in previous visa.
Visa Application Form :
Duly filled and signed South Africa visa application form (DHA-84).
Appointment Confirmation :
Visa appointment confirmation at VFS Global / Embassy.
Evidence of Sufficient Funds :
Proof of Income like last 3 year IT Return or Form-16 Certificate.
Bank Statement :
Last 06 Months till date updated bank statement with sign & stamp of bank (All pages).
Company letterhead and visiting card
Salary certificate
Business registration proof (If Self Employed)
N.O.C. Letter if salaried
Hotel booking confirmation voucher from South Africa
Return Air Ticket Booking
Day to day Itinerary for the entire duration of stay
Travel Insurance covering the entire stay
Covering Letter :
Personal covering letter explaining purpose of travel, travel dates and stay details.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate :
Mandatory if traveling from or transiting through yellow fever risk countries.
Normal Process Time :
Approximately 10 to 15 working days after submission of application.

Payment Term

Payment Terms :

40000 INR Per Person Deposit Amount At The Time Of Booking & Its Non-Refundable @ Any Circumstances.
2nd part of Payment after 15 Days of Booking. (30000 INR)
Remaining Payment will clear before 25 Days of Departure dates.
ROE will be calculate @ final payment.
GST 5 % is applicable on Total Tour Cost.
TCS 5 / 20 % is applicable on Total Tour Cost.
The Package rates are based on a group of 6 passengers and are subject to change depending on the final group size.

TCS Term Condition

TCS On Overseas Tour Packages:

TCS Applicable On Booking Of Overseas Tour Package As Per Provisions Of Section 206C(1G) Of The Income Tax 1961
5% TCS Up To INR 10 Lakhs Thereafter 20% TCS.
(INR 7 Lakh Exemption Threshold Limit Qua The Remitter – Declaration Has To Be Submitted By The Consumer Of International Tour Package To Shree Swaminarayan Tourism.
If You Cancel Your Trip The Amount Of TCS Paid Is Non-Refundable.
As Per Section 206CCA Of Income Tax Act 1961, In Case You Have Not Filed Your Income Tax Returns For Two Preceding Years; And The Aggregate TDS And TCS Of Each Tax Year Is INR 50,000 Or More – On Validating The PAN If It Is Found That You Have Not Filed Your Income Tax Returns For Two Preceding Years And Aggregate TCS And TCS Exceeds INR 50,000, An Additional TCS @ 5/20% (As The Case May Be) Will Be Recovered From You Or Booking Will Get Cancelled And Cancellation Charges Will Apply.
In Case Of PAN – AADHAR Not Linked TCS Will Be Applicable On Higher Rate & TCS Credit Will Not Appear In Form 26 / AIS / TIS And TCS Certificates Will Not Be Available.
Outward Remittance Under LRS Cannot Proceed If PAN – AADHAR Not Linked.
On Validating PAN – AADHAR Seeding If Found Not Linked, Booking Will Get Cancelled And Cancellation Charges Along With Higher Rate Of TCS Will Apply.
Overseas Tour Package’ Means Any Tour Package Which Offers A Visit To A Country Or Countries Or Territory Or Territories Outside India And Includes Expenses For Travel Or Hotel Stay Or Boarding Or Lodging Or Any Other Expenditure Of Similar Nature Or In Relation Thereto.
Specified Person’ Means A Person Defined As Per Provisions Of Section 206CCA Of Income Tax Act, 1961.
The User Is Liable To Pay Tax Collected At Source (TCS) On Booking Of An ‘Overseas Tour Package’ At An Appropriate Rate Over And Above The Price Charged For Such Package In Compliance With The Provisions Of Section 206C (1G)(B) Of The Income Tax Act, 1961. Shree Swaminarayan Tourism Will Deposit The TCS Amount So Collected With The Government And Issue Appropriate Document/Certificate To The User In Compliance With Aforesaid Provision.
The User Is Required To Provide A Valid PAN Of User/ Traveller(S) At The Time Of Booking An Overseas Tour Package With Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. The User Understands And Agrees That Shree Swaminarayan Tourism, At The Time Of Booking Or At A Later Stage, Will Validate The PAN Provided By The User To Check Compliance Of Provisions Of Section 206CC Of Income Tax Act. The User Agrees That In Case The PAN Is Found To Be Invalid, Or It Does Not Belong To User/ Traveller(S), Shree Swaminarayan Tourism Has An Obligation To Cancel The Booking In Compliance With The Law And Process The Refund As Per The Cancellation Policy Applicable To Said Booking.
The User Further Understand And Agrees That Shree Swaminarayan Tourism Would Also, At The Time Of Booking Or At A Later Stage, Validate User/ Traveller(S) PAN As Per The Provisions Of Section 206CCA Of Income Tax Act And If On Validation The User Qualifies As A ‘Specified Person’, The User Agrees To Pay TCS To Shree Swaminarayan Tourism At Such Higher Rate As May Be Applicable Under Section 206CCA. The User Agrees To Pay The Additional TCS Amount To MMT Where, As A Result Of Validation Under Section 206CCA, The TCS Collected At The Time Of Booking Falls Short Of The Applicable Rate Of TCS. The User Further Confirms To Shree Swaminarayan Tourism That User/ Traveller(S) PAN And Aadhar Are Linked With Income Tax, At The Time Of Booking Or At A Later Stage. If User Fails Or Disagrees To Pay The Additional TCS, Shree Swaminarayan Tourism Has The Right To Cancel The Booking And Process Appropriate Refund As Per The Cancellation Policy Applicable To Such Booking.

Important Notes

Important Notes:

Subject To Ahmedabad Jurisdiction.
Airlines :
- We Can Not Make Seat Selection In Group Tour From Our End If Guest Wants To Seats Together Guest Have To Inform At Boarding Counter At Airport For Same.
- The Internal Airline Used Are LCC, No Food Will Be Served On Board. It Allows Only 20 Kg Check In Luggage And 07 Kg Cabin Luggage. Excess Baggage Charged Will Be Bear By Guest .
Meals :
- There Will Be American Or Continental Breakfast Serve At The Hotel And Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Cannot Make Any Changes In The Breakfast.
- Lunch/Dinner Wherever Provided On Tour Is Pre-Set Menus By The Restaurants. The Meal Type Selected By The Guest Such As Veg. / Non. Veg. Is Subject To Availability At Restaurants Or Airlines.
Child Policy :
- CNB : 3 – 6 Year Child With No Bed. Please Note There Will Be No Bed For The Child In The Room.
- CWB : 6 – 11 Year With Bed. There Will Be Extra Bed For The Child In The Room.
Hotel Policy :
- Check In : Check In Time Is 15:00 Hrs.
- Check Out : Check Out Time Is 11:00 Hrs.
- Given Package Cost Is On Basic First Category Room. If Guest Want To Upgrade Room Category Supplement Cost Will Be Bear By Guest.
- If Guest Want To Do Early Check In Or Late Check Out There Will Be Supplement Cost And Bear By Guest.
Vehicle Policy :
- During Sight Seeing Driver Will Try His Best To Park As Much Closer He Can, From There Guest Has To Make His Way By Walk Or They Have To Make Their Own Transfer If Require Any.
- Incase Of Coach Breakdown Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Will Do Their Best Effort To Fix The Problem As Soon As Possible. But Make Sure There Will Be No Refund For Inconvenience Cause.
- Request To All Guest Please Don’t Leave Any Unattended Item In Vehicle While Leaving The Vehicle. We Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Are Not Responsible For Any Loss Or Damage.
- There Is No Specific Seat Allocation. Will Be Allocate First Cum First Serve Basis.
Direct Joining Guest Have To Arrange Hotel Transfer For Check In & Check Out Day By Them Self.
Operation Of A Group Tour Is A Subject To Minimum Participation Of 20 Paying Adult Passenger.
Any Increase In Visa Fee /Airfare / Fuel Price / Change In Government Regulations Taxes Etc. Will Affect Your Tour Cost.
Tour Itinerary Will Be Strictly Follow As Per Timing. In Unavoidable Situation Our Tour Manager Can Make Changes With The Concern Of Head Office. Tour Manager Is Not Authorize To Make Changes In Itinerary As Per Guest Convenience.
In Case Of Any Deportation Due To Immigration And Custom Clearance Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Will Not Be Responsible. There Will Be No Refund For Tour Package.
Optional Sight Seeing Have To Be Pre-Book With An Additional Cost.
There Is No Refund For Any Unutilized Services.
Itinerary Cost Is Per Person On Twin Sharing Basis. It Include Only Those Activities Which Are Listed In The Same.
Itinerary Cost Does Not Include Any Personal Nature Expenses. Such As Tips, Misc. Expenses, Laundry, Liquor, Porterage Etc…
International Tour Guest Must Have To Reach Airport Before 3 Hrs. Of Departure Time.
For NRI –Passengers Staying In India For More Than 180 Days Will Have To Take Police Clearance Certificate From Commissioner Of Police For Which Shree Swaminarayn Tourism Will Not Be Responsible. Passengers Are Requested To Submit Xerox Copy Of Passport Along With Page Showing Arrival Stamp In India.
Website / Brochure Accuracy :
- We Are Trying Our Best To Make The Contents Of The Brochure/Website As Accurate As Possible And Print It Much Ahead Of Actual Travel Period. It Describes Services/Amenities That Are Available Under Normal Circumstances. However Events, Circumstances And Factors Beyond Our Control Like Traffic, Bad Weather, Fairs, Festivals, Strikes, Cancellation/ Re-Routing/Rescheduling Of Flights, Rail Or Roadways, Closure At A Place Of Sightseeing Can Affect The Availability Of Services And Necessitate Change Of Routes. It May Even Necessitate Stay In Hotels In Alternate City Or Away From The One Mentioned In The Brochure/Website. While Every Effort Is Made To Maintain Our Services And Follow The Itinerary In The Brochure/Website, In Few Unavoidable Instances We Reserve The Right To Alter, Amend, Change Or Modify The Tour Package, Itineraries, Tour Schedule, Travel Plan, Sightseeing. Where We Come To Know Of The Changes/Events Sufficiently In Advance We Will Notify You During Booking Or Prior To Departure. Otherwise Our Tour Manager Or Local Representative Will Inform You Of The Changes On The Spot And We Solicit Your Full Co-Operation In Accepting Such Circumstantial Changes.
Terms & Conditions As Per Company Policy.