Top Johannesburg Day Trips

Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Get to know South Africa’s biggest city on a full-day tour that covers all the highlights of Johannesburg and Soweto. Take in the views from the Top of Africa, learn about the city’s history as you visit Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela in Soweto, with a tour of the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square.

Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum

Soweto tour(Nelson Mandela house)with the group of Africa women's leader

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Go back to the earliest history of humanity at the Cradle of Humankind UNESCO World Heritage Site—and fit two attractions into just half a day out—on this private tour. With round-trip transit from your Pretoria or Johannesburg hotel, getting around is made simple. Head first to the Sterkfontein Caves, known for their fossils and early human history, for a guided tour; then take in the interactive exhibits at the Maropeng Visitor Center.

Cradle of humankind & Maropeng/sterkfontein caves tour

Cradle of humankind & Maropeng/sterkfontein caves tour

If you’ve only got a day to fit in a safari drive, this visit to Pilanesberg Nature Reserve ensures you make the most of it. Begin with an early morning pickup, then head straight to Pilanesberg for a 4x4 safari drive. During the tour, look out for the “Big Five”, take a break for lunch, then take part in an afternoon drive for even more wildlife spotting. Note that park admission is not included.

Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-Day Walking Tour in Soweto

Take a journey through history during this guided tour to explore Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. Your guides, registered with the accredited THETA (Tourism, Hospitality, Sports, Education, and Training Authority), are experienced and passionate about sharing their knowledge with you. Dive deep into the rich history and vibrant culture of Soweto and explore the profound exhibits of the Apartheid Museum with guides.

Soweto & Apartheid Museum Guided Tour

Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour

Skip the stress of self-driving Johannesburg in the early hours, and enjoy wide-angle views from an open safari vehicle on this full-day tour to Pilanesberg National Park. This compact reserve is home to all of the Big Five—lions, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes, and elephants—and your dedicated safari guides will help you spot them. Your day includes lunch, hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a bottle of water: breakfast is at your own expense.

Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Captivating Safari Lion Park Experience (Half Day Guided Tour)

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

With tree-lined avenues, striking architecture, and important monuments shining a light on a strong colonial history, Pretoria ranks among South Africa’s must-see cities. On this tour, spin through Pretoria in comfort by air-conditioned minivan with your guide and explore with ease. Take in top attractions including the Paul Kruger House Museum, the Voortrekker Monument, and the Union Buildings, and gain insight into South Africa’s rich culture and colonial past.

Voortrekker Monument Half Day Pretoria City Tour

Half Day Pretoria City Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Pretoria City Tour and Cullinan Mine Tour from Johannesburg

Pretoria City Tour and Cullinan Mine Tour from Johannesburg

8 hoursFree Cancellation

The township of Soweto, once a byword for oppression, had a major role in overturning apartheid. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour while remaining close to the city streets on this half-day guided bicycle tour, complete with a traditional kota sandwich lunch. You'll learn not only about Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and Hector Pieterson but about the women who helped topple apartheid, such as Liliian Mgoyi.

Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch

Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Pirate taxis and fake rideshare drivers can be an issue at Johannesburg airport. Enjoy complete peace of mind and transparent prices—paid in advance, in the currency of your choice—when you prebook this private transfer between central Johannesburg and the airport. Drivers will track your flight, ensuring a timely arrival, and greet you with a name sign so there’s no risk of missing your ride.

1-4 Passenger Johannesburg - Airport Transfer

30 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

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.

Safari Game Drive: Dinokeng Game Reserve

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Pretoria Full-Day Tour

Private Cradle Humankind, Caves or Maropeng, Rhino and Lion Park

5 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Lesedi Cultural Village and Lion Park Day Tour from Johannesburg

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

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What are people saying about Johannesburg

Kristin_P, Sep 2026

I’d highly recommend the...

I’d highly recommend the caves. The museum was very interesting and I’m not typically one for museums. The cave tour was great and we had a wonderful guide that made it entertaining and fun. The Maropeng center was more of the same with more of an artistic interactive style.

Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum

Kylie_M, Sep 2026

Exceptional and Humbling

This was an awesome trip. Lebo our guide was very impressionable, informative, full of knowledge and very clear and easy to understand. Lebo took us through streets and places we otherwise would not of had the opportunity to see. Unfortunately the museum was closed as we did this tour on a Monday but the constitution hill option was equally as good to see. The prison…Wow!!!

Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

Maribeth_W, Sep 2026

Half day safari

The open air jeep would keep you comfy on a hot day, but we were freezing on this cold, windy, wet day! Driver George gave us all blankets, so that helped a lot. We saw 4/5 big 5 so, what more could you ask for? Lunch at lodge was very tasty, I had pizza hubby had wings/fries-very good!! Enjoyed all aspects of the safari and felt like we saw as much as we needed to in half day! Awesome, awesome!!

Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour

Candace_K, Aug 2026

Trip to Soweto

Honestly if I could give Lebo twenty stars I would. He was very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about Johannesburg, Soweto and so many other topics. It was me and one other person that went on the tour. When I tell you it was like riding with buddies. Lebo was very easy to talk to and he made the trip enjoyable. If I ever return back Johannesburg, I will definitely look him up up for a tour.

Soweto & Apartheid Museum Guided Tour

Cathy_W, Aug 2026

Fantastic option for those short on time!

Thabiso is wonderful! He was our tour guide and he gave us a rich historical overview of Johannesburg and its beautiful culture. This is a great tour for those coming into the country and have a layover and you want to experience Johannesburg. Thabiso is the best tour guide, he was so professional, kind, knowledgeable, and that really impacted how much we valued this tour. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a great tour company and a great tour guide!

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

Linda_A, Aug 2026

Exceptional

I took the private tour for a more relaxed day, I have to say my guide Collins was absolutely amazing , I learnt so much about South Africa history , Collins passion and knowledge is undisputed, he was professional without being too rigid, made me feel relaxed and answered all my questions that I asked, we had a very delicious lunch of South African food, the tour was about 6 hours long and worth every minute, I will be returning back to this amazing country and will definitely be using viator for my tours, pay that little bit extra and do the private tour, ask for Collins as well, he was great 😊

Cradle of humankind & Maropeng/sterkfontein caves tour

JulieAnn_B, Jul 2026

GK was an outstanding...

GK was an outstanding guide on my tour of the Cradle of Humankind and Maropeng/Sterkfontein Caves. she was friendly, professional. She made the experience engaging and enjoyable, ensured everything ran smoothly throughout the day. Her passion for the area really brought the tour to life and made it even more memorable.

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

Malick_K, Jul 2026

Great tour!

Great tour! My guide, Katlejo, was amazing: professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the city. I discovered many different sides of the Johannesburg and its surroundings, while hearing lots of interesting stories and anecdotes about local history and everyday life. Katlejo was also able to adapt the tour to my interests, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

Stacey_T, Mar 2026

Amazing Pilanesberg Day Trip

We just came from Chobe NP so we were on the fence about booking this, but we are SO glad we did because our tour guide did the mosttttt to make sure we saw that leopard on our ride!!! We had an amazing time, we saw 4 out of the big 5 (no lion 🥲) on a day trip! Highly recommend to all