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Johannesburg, also known as ‘Egoli’ (City of Gold) is situated in Gauteng in South Africa.

This mining town is rich in gold, and is one of the country’s biggest cities. No South African tour would be complete without a Johannesburg budget travel experience.

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Johannesburg Budget Safaris

With a diverse and varied culture, and a number of suburbs across the city, there is something for everyone in Johannesburg. There are a number of low cost accommodation options across the city, making it ideal for budget travel.

Johannesburg budget safaris attractions include the famous Cradle of Humankind, where some of the first humanoid remains have been found; Gold Reef City, a large amusement park; the Apartheid Museum; Johannesburg Art Gallery, which features South African and European landscape and figurative paintings; Johannesburg Zoo, which is the largest zoo in South Africa; as well as famous townships such as Soweto, where tours can be experienced for a taste of life in the townships.

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Kruger Lodge Safari - 4 days

The jewel in South Africa's crown! Kruger National Park is this country's wildlife highlight and not to be missed!! Search for the 'Big 5' and the 'Small 5' with game drives, game walks and night driv...

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Kruger Safari - 4 days

A in depth look at South Africa's biggest and best National Park - and everything that lies within!

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Kruger Highlights - 4 days

Visit a Cheetah rehabilitation project and experience traditional Ndebele dancing en-route to the world famous Kruger National Park!

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Discover South Africa - 20 days

Discover southern Africa between Johannesburg and Cape Town including Kruger National Park and Durban as well as the kingdoms of Lesotho and Swaziland. Explore the famous Garden Route and sip on wine ...

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Zimbabwe to Kruger via Vic Falls - 20 days

Explore Zimbabwe from the Chinhoyi Caves to the great Zimbabwe Ruins. This journey also includes the majestic Victoria Falls and a canoe adventure on the Lower Zambezi River. Round off your journey wi...

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Waterways and Wildlife - 20 days

Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta and walk with lions at Antelope Park. Add to that Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park and a canoe trip on the mighty Zambezi River!

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Northern Express - 4 weeks

Head north from Johannesburg all the way to Nairobi on this awesome adventure! The flat Botswana deserts give way to green Zambia, blue Lake Malawi, the tea plantations of Tanzania and the plains of K...

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Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam via Zimbabwe - 26 days

Start in the bustling city of Johannesburg, finish on a deserted beach on Zanzibar Island and enjoy everything this exhilarating continent has to offer you, in between these two extremes!

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Central Africa Loop - 22 days

A round trip that encompasses most of Southern Africa's highlights. Meander through the Okavango's waterways, raft the mighty Zambezi or explore Zimbabwe ruins, a trip you will never forget!

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Johannesburg to Nairobi - 7 weeks

Get a real feel for Africa on this mighty trip! Chat with the local tribes in their own homes, spot The Big Five in one of the many game parks or just enjoy the travelling through this exhilarating co...

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Johannesburg to Nairobi via Zimbabwe - 5 weeks

Feel the real Africa when you go on a game walk or haggle with the locals in the bustling East African markets. Feel the sheer terror of the Victoria Falls bungee or enjoy a peaceful sunset game crui...

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Southern Trek - 5 weeks

Starting and ending in South Africa, this overland expedition takes you to Africa's hidden secrets; the majestic Victoria Falls, the wilds of the Okavango Delta and the solitude of the Namib Desert!

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Best of South Africa

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Delta to Kruger

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Bob's Best of Zimbabwe

11 days From US$ 590

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Delta and Chobe Expedition

8 days From ZAR 6950

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Kruger to Victoria Falls

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Kruger Treehouse Experience

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