Top Gauteng Tours by Duration

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.

Get more from your visit to Johannesburg by booking this Soweto and Johannesburg Full Day Tour that gives you an intimate look at the largest township in South Africa and the City of Johannesburg along with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from either Johannesburg or Pretoria, this experience also dives into the history and culture of the area with a guide who knows Johannesburg best.

If your time in Johannesburg is limited, and you’d like to take part in a safari—without having to organize your own transport—then this half-day tour is a great way to save time. Starting with a Johannesburg pickup, head to the Rhino and Lion Park for a guided game drive, and look out for over 30 different species along the way—including lions, rhinos, leopards, and wildebeest.

Discover South Africa’s ancient history and incredible wildlife in one day on this tour. Venture underground to explore the Sterkfontein Caves and the Wonder Cave, both part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cradle of Humankind. On a guided tour, hear how an estimated 40% of the world's known human-ancestor fossils have been found here. After lunch, visit the Rhino and Lion Park, and have chance to spot lions, white rhinos, cape buffalo, wild dogs, tigers, and cheetah.

Immerse yourself in the history of human life during this tour of the Cradle of Humankind from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Learn how the region's geology has made it a hotbed for fossil remains of human and ape ancestors, as well as many extinct creatures. Other stops include Sterkfontein, Maropeng, Hartebeespoort Dam, and the Chameleon craft village. All entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Go underground to learn about South Africa's diamond train on this full-day tour of the Cullinan Diamond Mine. Explore the mine with a guide, learning about the process and methods of diamond mining as well as some of the remarkable gemstones that have been found in the mine. After your guided tour, you'll have some time to hit the gift shop to take home some diamonds of your own.

Experience the breathtaking beauty and wildlife of Pilanesberg Nature Reserve on a day safari from Johannesburg, Pretoria, or Sandton. Set out on a safari through this popular game reserve, keeping an eye out for the park's 'Big Five' as well as impalas, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, and its diverse bird life. You can book and depart on short notice, ideal for busy travelers, and a 24-hour cancellation policy makes for a stress-free experience.

This tour is the perfect shortcut to discovering the most interesting sights in Pretoria. Save the research time and reap the benefits of having a full itinerary planned out for you. To avoid delays waiting for public transport, hassle-free air-conditioned transportation is included. Notable sights on the itinerary include the Voortrekker Monument, Kruger House Museum, Church Square, and the Union Buildings.

Go in search of Africa’s Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo) and other wildlife at Pilanesberg National Park with this private personalized safari tour. Increase your chances of spotting wildlife with an early morning start and a qualified and experienced field guide, and enjoy the convenience of having your transfers, entrance fees, brunch, lunch, snacks, and beverages included.

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.

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.

Discover the traditions of the Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele on this Lesedi cultural experience. Join a small group and learn about the way of life, customs, and traditions of each tribe. See traditional huts, watch traditional dances, and learn about the local history from your guide. Savor a sumptuous buffet meal of regional favorites and gain a deeper understanding of South Africa's heritage. This tour includes private transportation but will join other groups for village exploration.

This Lion and Safari Park trip is a great pick for travelers visiting Johannesburg or Pretoria. Only a short 45-minute drive away, the vast 1,000-hectare (2,471-acre) landscape is home to an abundance of wildlife—including cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, lions, and zebras. Once inside the grounds, a guide takes you on a ride around the grassy plains to spot the magnificent creatures safely from your vehicle.

Experience the different sides of Johannesburg on this full-day tour. See the city’s modern landmarks, then dive into the city’s troubled history during a guided visit to the Apartheid Museum and a tour of Nelson Mandela’s hometown of Soweto. Gain insight into South African history from your guide as you visit Constitution Hill, and see the former houses of Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.

The Kruger National Park is South Africa’s oldest national park and one of the largest in Africa. This multi-day tour lets you explore further, with a 99% chance of spotting the Big Five in their natural habitats, accommodation at a game lodge in the national park, and spectacular sunrise and sunset views.

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.

Bypass seeing Soweto’s highlights on your own and book this Soweto small-group tour that leads the way easily and keeps you safe as you hop from place to place. See Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela’s House, as well as explore Kliptown and Vilakazi Street with a guide who teaches you about Soweto’s history and culture. Plus, round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle from Johannesburg with hotel pickup is included, too.

Explore the sights of Soweto on a tour that has a flexible approach: choose to either travel on foot, by bike, or on an e-scooter. Find out about the area’s history, development, and also the future of Soweto and South Africa as a whole. The tour passes Vilakazi Street, FNB Stadium, Mandela House—where Nelson Mandela once lived, and the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.

Explore the history of modern South Africa during this private 5-hour day trip to Pretoria from Johannesburg. Learn the story of the ‘Afrikaaners’ in South Africa at the Voortrekker Museum, explore the various government buildings housing politicians like the president, and tour the Kruger Museum. Round-trip hotel transport, entrance fees, and snacks are included.

The Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway offers sweeping views over the African bush, a manmade lake, and the Magaliesberg Mountains. Discover it without the angst and risk of self-driving on this private door-to-door tour—with onboard Wi-Fi so you don’t waste a minute stuck in traffic. There’s time to explore the mountaintop and eat lunch (own expense) before you return to Johannesburg.

The Pilanesberg National Park is one of the best places in South Africa to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—and an overnight safari will maximize your chances of checking off all five. On this tour, experience Pilanesberg at sunrise and sunset, explore the reserve on three thrilling game drives, spend a night in a luxury safari lodge, and enjoy free time to shop at the Sun City resort.

Spend the day exploring Pilanesberg National Park, the closest game park to Johannesburg, on this tour. Learn about the park's flora and fauna through a safari with guided commentary, focusing on the Big Five (elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard, and lion). This tour is a great alternative for those travelers who don't have time to make it to Kruger. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Johannesburg and Pretoria included.

Short on time in Johannesburg but keen to do a game drive? Then this full-day small-group tour to Pilanesberg National Park is ideal. An easy day trip compared to Kruger National Park, Pilanesberg is home to around 7,000 animals, including the 'Big Five' (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant), and over 300 bird species. On arrival, take a game drive to observe the wildlife and scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, and lunch included.

Explore the best of what Johannesburg has to offer with this full day tour including a safari and a traditional South African 'sun-downer.' See the Lion Park to see one of Africa's most majestic big cats. Visit Soweto, the country's most famous township. Take in the important exhibits at the Apartheid Museum. Enjoy an evening drink – a sun-downer – in Maboneng.