South Africa is one of the most welcoming destinations on the continent for LGBTQ+ travellers — in 1996 it became the first country in the world to constitutionally protect against discrimination based on sexual orientation, and Cape Town remains one of the globe's favourite gay-friendly cities. This tour pairs the Mother City's beaches, mountains and vibrant De Waterkant quarter with the winelands, the Garden Route and a Big Five safari, hosted by welcoming, LGBTQ+-friendly partners throughout.
Arrive in Cape Town and transfer to your hotel near the lively De Waterkant, the city's historic gay quarter. Settle ...
Ride the cableway (or hike) up Table Mountain for sweeping views, then explore the colourful Bo-Kaap, the buzzing Cit...
A full-day drive down the peninsula: the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, the wild cliffs of Cape Point, and the spe...
Head inland to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek for a day of cellar tours and tastings among the oak-lined streets and Ca...
Travel east along the coast, pausing in Hermanus — famous for shore-based whale watching in season — before continuin...
Explore the Knysna lagoon and the Heads, then the ancient forests and dramatic coastline of Tsitsikamma National Park...
Fly or drive to a private, malaria-free Big Five reserve. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, sundowners in t...
Morning and evening game drives in search of lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard, with time to relax at the lo...
A final game drive or leisurely breakfast before your transfer for the flight home.