Scenic Johannesburg and Wildlife Safari Tours
Southern Circle Tours & Safaris offer a number of scenic Johannesburg and wildlife safari tours. Some return to Johannesburg and some continue to other destinations such as the sub-tropical holiday city of Durban! These tours take you via the Kruger National Park, Panoramic Route, the kingdom of Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland), Zululand and you finally arrive in Durban. Most noteworthy is that you can depart from Johannesburg or in reverse from Durban. Enjoy traveling along panoramic routes with our day safari tours of South Africa.
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Experience a True African Wildlife Adventure with Our Unforgettable Johannesburg Safari Tours
The scenic Johannesburg and wildlife safari tours include some of the country’s most exceptional scenery, local cultures, and extensive wildlife opportunities. One can join shorter guided tours from Johannesburg to the Kruger Park at affordable prices. Book your 3-day, 4-day or 5-day Kruger Park safari’s from Johannesburg to enjoy the best of South Africa’s wildlife. Most of the shorter guided tours from Johannesburg also return to Johannesburg.
Start your safari experience by traveling from Johannesburg to the Kruger National Park for adventurous wildlife trips. Enjoy the sight of magnificent mountain passes, a range of African wildlife and some of the most beautiful terrains as you journey to the most popular wildlife and nature hotspots in South Africa.
Travel from Johannesburg to Durban where you embark on safari tours in the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park. Search for the Big Five as you drive with your tour guide in an open safari vehicle throughout the nature reserve. Take a trip to Lake St Lucia for great bird viewing opportunities before ending your wildlife tour.
Brief History of Johannesburg
Johannesburg is the biggest city in Gauteng. It was established in the year 1886 when a village managed by the Health Committee found an outcrop of gold on a farm called Langlaagte. Once the discovery was made, people from across South Africa traveled to Johannesburg for their chance to claim their fortune. Within the span of eleven years, the population grew so much that Johannesburg was declared a municipality.
Gauteng is the smallest province in South Africa, but also the richest in the country. Johannesburg has the best Central Business District in Africa. Many of the largest national and international companies have their head office located in Johannesburg.
Tips for your next African Safari departing from Johannesburg
An African safari is an unforgettable experience for both local and international tourists alike. At Southern Circle Tours & Safaris, we pride ourselves on delivering quality service for our tourists. Below we have put together a few tips for tourists who will be traveling on a safari trip for the first time when booking our exciting Johannesburg safari tours.
- South Africa is a hot, and in places humid country with temperatures reaching up to 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) in the summer season. Cool and comfortable clothing is advised.
- There will be a lot of driving and searching for animals on your safari adventure. Keep cool by drink lots of water to keep you hydrated.
- Bring along a camera to capture precious moments while on your safari tour. Your camera may come in handy when you spot one of the Big Five or any other animal during the safari.
- Ask your tour guide as many questions as you would like. Enquire about the different animals and plant life that you will encounter. Our guides are extremely knowledgeable on all the destinations that you will travel to.
When is the best time to go on a safari?
Although tourists can travel on a safari tour throughout the year However, the best time to go on an African safari is between April and September. This is because South Africa is experiencing much cooler and dry weather conditions during these months.
Safari goers spot animals easier around this time of the year as the growth is not as dense. The animals also gather around waterholes during the day resting and quenching their thirst because of little to no rain during these months,
Book one of our favorite Johannesburg Tours now.
If you are planning an unforgettable safari vacation in South Africa, book one of our extraordinary safari tours now. Click on our tour packages below for more detailed information about each package.
For longer tours also departing from Johannesburg, ending in other cities such as Cape Town, please see the Countrywide Packages.