All Gauteng Tours & Excursions in 2026

step back millions of years into the story of human evolution with this full day guided tour of the Cradle of Humankind.

Welcome to Pilanesberg National Park. Tucked away in South Africa’s North West Province, Pilanesberg National Park is a breath-taking malaria-free destination that promises an unforgettable safari adventure. Just two hours from Johannesburg, this stunning reserve, cradled in an ancient volcanic crater, bursts with diverse wildlife, including the iconic Big Five. With dramatic landscapes, vibrant ecosystems, and thrilling game drives, Pilanesberg delivers the magic of Africa’s wild heart—perfect for explorers seeking awe-inspiring encounters and serene escapes. Discover luxury at the 4-star Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, meaning “Place of the Rock,” perched on the slopes of an ancient volcano in Pilanesberg National Park. Enjoy elegant rooms, thrilling game drives, and a unique underground hide with a waterhole view.

Save time reading up on the must-see sights of Soweto, and go on this private sightseeing adventure instead. Start the day with pickup from your preferred location—such as your hotel or a train station—then set off on a comprehensive itinerary to help you tick off lots of sights in a day. Places showcased on the route include FNB Stadium, Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, and Orlando Towers.

Explore the Lesedi Cultural Village, Cradle of Humankind, and enjoy lunch all in one day with this well-rounded tour. Immerse yourself in South Africa's traditional cultures and visit the human evolution fossil site. Save time with convenient transportation while gaining insights into the cultural wonders of South Africa at Lesedi Cultural Village. Indulge in a traditional lunch at Nyama Choma Restaurant, offering a variety of dishes for all palates, and visit The Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein caves.

Get the most out of your time in South Africa by seeing the highlights of Johannesburg and the township of Soweto in a day. Going on an organized tour means no time wasted waiting for public transport and more opportunities to explore local sights. Along the way, see Constitution Hill, FNB Stadium, Orlando Towers, Vilakazi Street, and the Hector Pieterson Museum.

Our tours are run by well trained and experience guides with a well knowledge of South Africa and Africa as a whole. We are reliable, safe, welcoming, trustworthy and friendly.

Cultural Tours: Lesedi offers guided tours that take you through traditional homesteads representing the Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele cultures. You can learn about the unique customs, rituals, and lifestyles of each ethnic group. Traditional Dancing and Music: Experience vibrant and energetic traditional dance performances accompanied by authentic African music. These performances are not only entertaining but also provide insight into the rich cultural heritage of the region. Traditional Cuisine: Enjoy a delicious buffet of traditional South African dishes prepared with authentic recipes passed down through generations. The meal usually includes a variety of meats, vegetables, and side dishes.

This tuk-tuk township tour of Soweto is a great way to travel in style. Accessing more ground, meeting the locals and visiting many of Soweto's highlights with a local guide! Start your exciting tour in the heart of Soweto, Orlando West a vibrant tourist destination and discover the establishment of the township from 1886 and share the history of South Africa and Johannesburg at Large. Visiting the iconic Mandela House, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu House on Vilakazi Street whilst exploring the contribution to apartheid's downfall in South Africa. We also discover different neighbourhood of Soweto with the likes of Orlando East the first formal houses of Soweto, and its challenges by visiting an informal settlement. A visit to a former Women's hostel, and Mama Lilian Ngoyi's family home, an anti-apartheid activist. Hector Pietersen Museum where the Soweto uprising transpired, one of the turning points of apartheid. and finally getting a taste of our famous local sandwich (KOTA)

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.

Explore the Greater Kruger area on an exhilarating journey to South Africa.  Kruger National Park, South Africa, is the world's largest national park and provides an excellent safari experience. This park boasts an incredible diversity of wildlife, including the famous African Big Five.  Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty of South Africa's diverse habitats, from the vast savannas of Kruger National Park to encountering the Big Five and other rare wildlife species, birdwatching, and exploring South Africa's unique flora and fauna. Our sustainable tours, led by expert guides, offer unforgettable experiences that will leave you in awe. Travel along the jaw-dropping Panorama Route; track elephants, lions, and cheetahs at one of the continent’s most celebrated national parks; spend the evenings relaxing at your scenic safari lodge, taking in the spectacular African sunset from the deck.

A compact national park just a 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg, Pilanesberg offers a wealth of wildlife—including the Big Five. Skip the stress of driving Johannesburg and join an experienced ranger on this overnight package with a 3-star lodge, two meals, and round-trip transfers from your Johannesburg hotel. You'll enjoy two to four game drives depending on timings, including at sunset and sunrise when the animals are most active.

We like to call this our best value tour since you get a whole lot of bang for your buck! On this safari tour, you will be observing the Big 5 (lion, leopard, Cape Buffalo, rhino and elephant) as well as a host of antelope, birdlife and amphibians, and be inspired by an authentically African atmosphere in the largest game reserve in South Africa. Kruger National Park is larger than some small countries in Europe and is just less than two million hectares of conservation area. Add to this a full day tour of the Panorama Route which includes, amongst others, the Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Lisbon and Berlin Falls. Perfection! On this Safari, you will enjoy comfortable accommodation in a private lodge, awesome game drives and beautiful scenery. Because of the well-trained guides, we are proud to offer an 80% Big 5 success rate on our game drives. All guides are FGASA (Field Guides Association of SA) registered. Your base will be a lodge just outside Hazyview.

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

With this small-group day tour, you can avoid the hassle of hiring a car, and let someone else drive you between highlights in and around Pretoria. Enjoy the convenience of having a full itinerary planned out for you, with stops at the Voortrekker Monument, Church Square, the Union Building, and the Cullinan Diamond Mine. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

A Kruger Park safari is a magical experience but it can be prohibitively expensive. This 6-day tour offers great value, allowing you to spend longer in the park and visit Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve and Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre. Includes game drives, walks, accommodation, and most meals.

Enjoy two days in South Africa's famed Kruger National Park and leave all of the logistics to the experts. This private tour from Johannesburg includes a night at a hotel in Hazy View so that you can get an early start on your second morning and see the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo) when they are at their most active.

Take a deep dive into the history of humankind, then learn about lions' biology and behavior on this multi-stop tour from Johannesburg including the Cradle of Humankind and the Lion Park. Logistically, this multi-stop day tour would be a hassle to arrange on your own, but this organized adventure takes care of all the details in advance. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide on the history of both humans and animals in South Africa as you visit both sites, letting you get the most out of your experience.

This tour is for history & Culture lovers, the experience focuses on the past, present and future impact Apartheid as had and will have on South Africa in years to come. On these two we cover both Johannesburg city center & Soweto, the tour is a two-part tour covering the topics relevant to Apartheid and how the system was designed. We start with the impact the discovery of gold had on this city where we visit the mining headquarters of South african where it all started. Part two we shoot to Soweto to understand how the system was designed to keep the majority of people oppressed while in Soweto we will be visiting Nelson Mandela's home too. The experience is designed to give guests a clear understanding of how apartheid worked and how some of the systems a still affecting us today, on this full-day excursion you will get a chance to understand clearly how it all unfolded.

Discovering the highlights of the Panorama Route—which connects Johannesburg and Kruger National Park—requires a car and lots of planning. On this 3-day guided tour, save time organizing logistics and benefit from having a full itinerary planned out for you. See the mining town of Pilgrim’s Rest, the Blyde River Canyon—and best of all, enjoy multiple game drives at Kruger National Park.

The Cradle of Humankind is one of the most interesting archeological tours one can do near Johannesburg. It is home to one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1947 Dr. Rorbert Broom and John Robinson discovered “Mrs Ples” a skull of a fully grown adult Australopithecus Africanus and in 1998 Professor Ron Clarke discovered fossil fragments here which led to the location of “Little Foot” a nearly complete remains of Australopithecus Africanus. In 2008 Professor Lee Berger announced the discovery of “Sediba” also at the Cradle area. The Sterkfontein Caves located in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind is described as the ‘anthropological treasure house of the world. It is the World's oldest and continuous paleontological diggings, having been worked on for more than 60 years, and contains one-third of the World's hominid fossils.

The Kruger National Park is South Africa’s largest game reserve and home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including the Big Five. This classic 3-day tour offers just enough time to take in the highlights, including the Orpen-Satara region, the Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondawels. Enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives, a traditional Bush Braai at the Marula Tree Boma, and accommodation in a safari lodge.

Get a different perspective on one of Johannesburg's most misunderstood districts. This walking tour offers an in-depth view into the history and culture of Johannesburg while exploring the Hillbrow neighborhood. You'll learn about the people who live there and how the neighborhood has changed over the years. Your tour ends at the top of the Ponte City where you can soak up the views of Johannesburg with an included lunch.

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.

Immerse yourself in the captivating wilderness of Kruger National Park with our 3-day, 2-night safari adventure. This meticulously curated excursion promises an unparalleled opportunity to witness the park's remarkable biodiversity and observe its majestic inhabitants in their natural habitats. Departing from and returning to Johannesburg, our journey will encompass a full-day safari and an afternoon safari, ensuring you Savor every moment of this extraordinary experience. Brace yourself for unforgettable encounters with an array of wildlife, from the iconic Big Five to an abundance of other fascinating species that call this pristine sanctuary home. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the untamed splendour of Kruger National Park, where nature's grandeur takes centre stage.