Top Gauteng Day Trips - page 2

Get to know the ins and outs of daily life in an elephant sanctuary on this half-day tour. Pickup and drop-off in Johannesburg or Pretoria means no need to rent a car, and you can relax on the ride up to the Magaliesburg mountains. Once there, embark on a 2-hour tour that includes in-depth facts and figures about African elephants and the sanctuary's efforts regarding rescue and rehabilitation.

Get the most possible learning out of your visits to the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Cave. By traveling with a guide, you'll get the full picture of the remarkable fossil findings there and why the site is so important. Walk through Sterkfontein Caves to see the fossils of hominids such as Little Foot and Mrs. Ples, two of the greatest archaeological discoveries of our time. Note: the caves are currently closed due to heavy flooding; this tour visits the museum.

This private tour offers a deeper understanding of South Africa's apartheid era than would be possible by just reading about it. As well as visiting the comprehensive Apartheid Museum, you'll drive through the township of Soweto, stopping at such landmarks as Nelson Mandela House and Desmond Tutu House.

Learn about indigenous South African cultures at the Lesedi Cultural Village with this tour, led by a professional local guide. You'll learn about the traditions of the Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele tribes, see drumming and dancing performances, and get the chance to try out all sorts of African food at the on-site Nyama Choma Restaurant.

Johannesburg is known for being a gateway to fantastic wildlife encounters, and this option is perfect for time-tight travelers interested in seeing a variety of animal species in just half a day. Enjoy included hotel pickup and travel to the Safari Lion Park. Animals that reside at the park include rare white lions, brown lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, zebra, and antelopes.

Cullinan is a small town out of Pretoria . It is located 30 km (19 mi) east of the city of Pretoria along the diamond route and is heavily reliant on tourism and the mine that dominates the skyline. The town is named after diamond magnate Sir Thomas Cullinan Pretoria is South Africa's administrative capital,serving as the seat of the executive branch of government, and as the host to all foreign embassies to South Africa.

Check two area attractions off your list on a single tour: a comprehensive overview of Pretoria and a visit to Cullinan Gold Mine. Planning this multi-stop tour independently may seem daunting, but with round-trip transportation included it's a breeze. In Pretoria, hit all the highlights: the Kruger Museum, the Union Buildings, and the Voortrekker Monument. Learn about diamond mining and production at the Cullinan Mine for a better understanding of South Africa's economy.

Put down your guidebook and get a guide’s insights on some of the most important places to see in and around Johannesburg. Instead of traveling on local buses, you can relax and enjoy private transportation between stops. Along the way, learn about the city’s gold mining history, visit Maboneng, go to a Soweto township, and have a chance to see Mandela House and the Apartheid Museum too.

Get more from a visit to Soweto by booking this Soweto Private Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria that allows you to explore the township with someone who was born and raised there and knows its ins and outs like no one else. This private experience is just for your group of up to 13 and provides a unique, intimate experience. See Nelson Mandela’s House and the Tutu House with a guide who gives personal insights on the area’s culture and history.

Dinokeng Game Reserve is one of the closest reserves to Johannesburg and Pretoria, and is home to the Big Five. With this full-day tour, enjoy hotel pickup and round-trip transport to the reserve, followed by a thrilling about 2.5-hour safari game drive. Travel in an open-back 4WD safari truck with a resident game ranger, and keep an eye out for hippos, elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, cheetahs, and leopards.

Take a deep dive into South Africa's history on this multi-stop tour that includes Soweto, Johannesburg, and Pretoria. With a guide in the lead and round-trip transportation provided, this ambitious tour examining the history of apartheid in South Africa is made stress-free. Learn about the Great Trek through a visit to the Voortrekker Museum, see the Union Buildings, the Apartheid Museum in Soweto, and the Mandela Bridge. Along the way, your guide will provide sensitive, in-depth commentary about the country's history and culture.

Gain insight into one of South Africa’s capitals, Pretoria, as well as their mining culture on this full-day excursion. Start out by exploring the seat of the country’s executive branch and its main highlights including the Paul Kruger House Museum, the Union Buildings, and the Voortrekker Museum. Then, visit the famous Cullinan Diamond Mine to learn about the world’s most famous gemstone.

Join a 2-hour small group tour of the township of Soweto, described as the “New York of Africa", guided by a Soweto resident guide. Take in the sights of the city where Mandela once lived and Mahatma Gandhi started his legal career. Complete the day and see the sights of Johannesburg at your own pace with a trip on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour. Learn the history of Johannesburg from the audio commentary on board the double decker sightseeing bus. Ride through the city's historic neighbourhoods and see fascinating attractions, many related to the struggle against apartheid. Get on and off as much as you like. Reconnect with Nelson Mandela's past, and get an understanding of where he started his fight against apartheid at his family home in Soweto, 8115 Vilakazi street. A short distance up the road is Tutu House, the home of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. Soweto is home to thousands of South Africans and the site of some of the most iconic events in the nation’s history.

Our unwavering commitment to providing a personalized, enriching, and memorable experience for every traveler. Our professional and knowledgeable guides are passionate about South Africa's history and culture, delivering stories and insights you won't find in any guidebook. We pride ourselves on exceptional service, from prompt pickups to ensuring your comfort throughout the journey. With Legacy Auto Innovations, you’re not just taking a tour—you’re joining a thoughtfully curated experience that connects you to the heart of Johannesburg and Soweto. Choose us for a journey that is as inspiring as it is seamless!

Spend a day exploring the most famous township in South Africa on this full-day guided tour of Soweto from Johannesburg. Join a knowledgeable local guide for a visit to the renowned Apartheid Museum and huge Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital. Eat a buffet lunch of traditional local dishes. Enjoy round-trip transportation including hotel pickup and drop-off.

If you’re looking to enjoy a night out club and bar hopping around Johannesburg, there’s no better or safer way to do so than with this Johannesburg Nightlife Bar Hopping Experience. This experience takes you to some of the city’s most popular nightlife spots, including Kitcheners Carvery Bar. Plus, alcohol and pickup are included for a stress-free night.

Pretoria is South Africa's administrative capital, and this group tour covers the landmarks that tell its story. Climb to the Voortrekker Monument, where carved friezes lay out the Great Trek and the Battle of Blood River. See the Union Buildings, where Nelson Mandela was inaugurated in 1994, and step inside Paul Kruger's house.

• On the way to the Sanctuary travel through the scenic Magaliesburg and see the beautiful man made dam called Hartebeestpoortdam • Visit the Elephant Sanctuary • Visit the Monkey Sanctuary • Learn about Elephants • View monkeys, lemurs • 3 Km walk through 7 hectare enclosure • Entrance fee to Monkey and Elephant sanctuary included • Liquid refreshment on vehicle included • Transport from your hotel included

Diamonds are forever,the discovery of the biggest gem in 1905 at the cullinan diamond mine weighing 3106 carats,the star of Africa became the biggest diamond ever founded in the world. .Underground experience .Visist the capital city of South Africa (Pretoria) .learn about the journey of the vootrekker

Discover the powerful life and legacy of Nelson Mandela on this insightful private tour. Begin at Liliesleaf Farm to explore his underground activities during apartheid. Visit his family home in Houghton and see his private office, then head to Constitutional Hill to learn about his imprisonment. The tour also includes stops at his law offices in Johannesburg and his Soweto residence, concluding at the Apartheid Museum.

Combine visits to Soweto, Gold Reef City, and Johannesburg on a single tour. You'll get a full picture of the region by traveling with a guide on this carefully curated itinerary. Get orientation tours of both Soweto and Johannesburg, in addition to visiting the Hector Pieterson Museum, the Gold Reef City Theme Park, and exploring a gold mine. Transportation between all sites makes this tour easy and seamless.

Just a 2-hour drive from Johannesburg, the Pillanesburg National Park offers stunning scenery and the chance to spot all of Africa’s Big Five (leopard, lion, elephant, rhino, and buffalo). On this tour, set out on a thrilling game drive by minivan or open safari vehicle (depending on tour option selected) and enjoy incredible photo opportunities.

Why the guests should book this tour firstly it is an educational tour and World Heritage Site. It is here where Dr. Broom found what many paleoanthropologists consider to be an adult ape man (hominid) in 1936.

An excellent choice for travelers interested in learning about South Africa’s Apartheid history; save yourself hours of research time and go on this tour to Soweto and the suburbs of Johannesburg. Along the way, pass by the former home of Bishop Desmond Tutu, the sites of the 1976 uprisings, and Winnie Mandela’s home. Other notable highlights include visits to the Apartheid Museum, and the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.