18 days in South Africa, Tofo & Maputo Itinerary

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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Graskop, South Africa
— 2 nights
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Kruger National Park, South Africa
— 3 nights
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Tofo, Mozambique
— 3 nights
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Maputo, Mozambique
— 2 nights
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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Johannesburg, South Africa

City of Light

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sat): try your luck at Gold Reef City.

For reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Johannesburg trip itinerary builder site.

Hamburg, Germany to Johannesburg is an approximately 16-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Hamburg to Johannesburg. Traveling from Hamburg in March, things will get much warmer in Johannesburg: highs are around 30°C and lows about 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can fly to Graskop.
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Graskop, South Africa — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 19th (Sun): explore the striking landscape at Bourkes' Luck Potholes and then cruise along Panorama Route.

To see traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Graskop driving holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Johannesburg to Graskop takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In March, daily temperatures in Graskop can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Kruger National Park.
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Kruger National Park, South Africa — 3 nights

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Wolhuter Wilderness Trail and Masorini Archaeological Site. Step out of Kruger National Park to go to Nelspruit and see Kruger National Park, which is approximately 1h 5 min away. The adventure continues: relax and rejuvenate at AM Spa Kruger and get a new perspective on nature at Letaba Elephant Hall.

To find photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Kruger National Park journey planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Graskop to Kruger National Park. In March in Kruger National Park, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Tofo.
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Tofo, Mozambique — 3 nights

Explore hidden gems such as Praia do Tofo and Barra Beach. There's still lots to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour and stroll through Marine Megafauna Foundation.

To see reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Tofo trip maker site.

You can drive from Kruger National Park to Tofo in 9.5 hours. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Kruger National Park in March; daily highs in Tofo reach 37°C and lows reach 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Sun) to allow time for the flight to Maputo.
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Maputo, Mozambique — 2 nights

City of Acacias

On the 27th (Mon), fulfill a lifelong dream with Mozambique Scuba, kick back and relax at Macaneta Beach, and then look for gifts at Daqui! Produtos Regionais. On the 28th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the landmark architecture of Maputo Central Train Station, then get a new perspective on nature at Museu De Historia Natural de Maputo, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at Tours Maputo.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Maputo visit planning site.

Fly from Tofo to Maputo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Johannesburg.
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Johannesburg, South Africa — 5 nights

City of Light

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Horseback Africa and Jack Friedman Sandton City. Go for a jaunt from Johannesburg to Pretoria to see Kruger House Museum about 56 minutes away. Spend the 30th (Thu) trying your luck at Gold Reef City. See some other sides of Johannesburg: try your luck at Emperors Palace, indulge your thirst for a good beer at 1Fox - The Sheds, and take in the pleasant sights at The Wilds Nature Reserve.

For maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Johannesburg trip app.

You can fly from Maputo to Johannesburg in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Maputo in March, expect Johannesburg to be little chillier, temps between 30°C and 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to fly back home.
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South Africa travel guide

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Rainbow Nation
The landscapes of South Africa match its people in terms of diversity, richness, and vitality. From desert lands and coastlines, to the famous nature reserves sheltering the "Big Five" game animals, the country has natural charm in spades. The main cities provide a wealth of bars, clubs, shopping districts, and entertainment options to please the most demanding visitors, while traditional life can still be admired and respected in a collection of villages with beehive-style huts and an age-old cultural heritage. When in need of a minute to digest all that's happened during your trip to South Africa, sit down to a braai (traditional barbecue), and a bottle of wine made at one of the country's thriving vineyards.
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