11 days
Johannesburg, Kruger National Park area, Cape Town

The lions and giraffes are fascinating, but the important social and political lessons will make an even bigger impression.

Standing in Nelson Mandela's former home - and the tiny cell where he spent 18 of his 27 years in prison - adds powerful context to his fight for democracy and reconciliation. As you explore South Africa's cultural diversity, remarkable wildlife and natural landmarks, you'll begin to understand the story of a fascinating country.
  • Day 1: Fly to South Africa

  • Day 2: Fly to South Africa

  • Day 3: Johannesburg

    Meet your Field Director at the airport

    Take a guided tour of Johannesburg

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • The Soweto neighborhood, one of the most famous townships in the country, known for its deep cultural roots, pivotal role in the anti-apartheid movement, and dynamic local life
    • The former home of Bishop Desmond Tutu, which stands as a modest but powerful symbol of the anti-apartheid leader's lifelong commitment to peace, justice, and human rights

    Visit the former home of Winnie and Nelson Mandela on Vilakazi Street, where personal artifacts and stories offer a glimpse into their lives and the fight against apartheid

    Enjoy lunch in Johannesburg

    Visit the Apartheid Museum to gain a powerful and immersive understanding of South Africa’s struggle for freedom and the legacy of apartheid

    Enjoy dinner in Johannesburg

  • Day 4: Johannesburg

    Take a full-day excursion to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds about 40% of the world's known human ancestor fossils and offers fascinating insights into our evolutionary past

    Visit the Maropeng Visitor Centre, an award-winning exhibition that explores the development of humans and our ancestors over the past few million years

    Visit the Sterkfontein Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for groundbreaking discoveries that offer a fascinating glimpse into early human evolution 

    Enjoy dinner in Johannesburg

  • Day 5: Johannesburg • Kruger National Park

    Travel via the Panorama Route to Kruger National Park

    Take an exhilarating ride down 51 meters in Africa’s first glass-fronted viewing elevator, then explore the lush Afromontane forest below via a 600-meter boardwalk featuring suspension bridges, a waterfall, and interactive exhibits

    Enjoy dinner in Kruger National Park

  • Day 6: Kruger National Park

    Take a full-day game drive at Kruger National Park

    Enjoy lunch at Kruger National Park

    Enjoy dinner in Kruger National Park

  • Day 7: Kruger National Park • Johannesburg • Cape Town

    Take an early morning bush walk

    Travel back to Johannesburg

    Fly to Cape Town, a coastal city known for its natural beauty

  • Day 8: Cape Town

    Visit the summit of Table Mountain, a sandstone plateau that overlooks the city 

    Take a guided tour of Cape Town

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Devil's Peak
    • Lion's Head
    • Company Gardens
    • Greenmarket Square
    • Victoria and Alfred waterfront

    Visit the District 6 Museum

    Visit the Castle of Good Hope, South Africa's oldest surviving colonial building 

    Take a ferry to Robben Island

    With your Field Director you will see:

    • Nelson Mandela's prison cell where the revolutionary leader was held for 18 years
    • Lime quarries where the prisoners were used for hard labor

    Enjoy dinner in Cape Town

  • Day 9: Cape Town

    Take a tour of Cape Town

    With your Field Director you will see:

    • Sea Point, where a scenic promenade, beachfront cafes, and stunning ocean views create the perfect spot for relaxing walks 
    • Clifton, known for its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and trendy beachfront homes nestled between majestic cliffs 
    • Camps Bay, a stylish seaside suburb famous for its palm-lined promenade, lively restaurants, and stunning views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range meeting the Atlantic Ocean 

    Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve where rugged cliffs, diverse wildlife, and sweeping ocean views meet at the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula 

    Ride the Flying Dutchman Funicular at Cape Point for an effortless and scenic journey up to the historic lighthouse, where breathtaking views of the surrounding ocean and coastline await 

    Enjoy lunch in Cape Town

    Visit the African Penguin Colony at Boulder's Beach

    Enjoy a photo stop at Simon's Town

    Visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

    Enjoy dinner in Cape Town

  • Day 10: Cape Town • Depart for home

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Langa Township

    Langa Township

    Take an educational tour of the Langa Township, one of the most culturally and historically significant neighborhoods in Cape Town. Get a glimpse of what life was like in one of the most segregated towns in South Africa during apartheid. 

  • Day 11: Arrive home

  • Day 1: Fly to South Africa

  • Day 2: Fly to South Africa

  • Day 3: Johannesburg

    Meet your Field Director at the airport

    Take a guided tour of Johannesburg

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • The Soweto neighborhood, one of the most famous townships in the country, known for its deep cultural roots, pivotal role in the anti-apartheid movement, and dynamic local life
    • The former home of Bishop Desmond Tutu, which stands as a modest but powerful symbol of the anti-apartheid leader's lifelong commitment to peace, justice, and human rights

    Visit the former home of Winnie and Nelson Mandela on Vilakazi Street, where personal artifacts and stories offer a glimpse into their lives and the fight against apartheid

    Enjoy lunch in Johannesburg

    Visit the Apartheid Museum to gain a powerful and immersive understanding of South Africa’s struggle for freedom and the legacy of apartheid

    Enjoy dinner in Johannesburg

  • Day 4: Johannesburg

    Take a full-day excursion to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds about 40% of the world's known human ancestor fossils and offers fascinating insights into our evolutionary past

    Visit the Maropeng Visitor Centre, an award-winning exhibition that explores the development of humans and our ancestors over the past few million years

    Visit the Sterkfontein Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for groundbreaking discoveries that offer a fascinating glimpse into early human evolution 

    Enjoy dinner in Johannesburg

  • Day 5: Johannesburg • Kruger National Park

    Travel via the Panorama Route to Kruger National Park

    Take an exhilarating ride down 51 meters in Africa’s first glass-fronted viewing elevator, then explore the lush Afromontane forest below via a 600-meter boardwalk featuring suspension bridges, a waterfall, and interactive exhibits

    Enjoy dinner in Kruger National Park

  • Day 6: Kruger National Park

    Take a full-day game drive at Kruger National Park

    Enjoy lunch at Kruger National Park

    Enjoy dinner in Kruger National Park

  • Day 7: Kruger National Park • Johannesburg • Cape Town

    Take an early morning bush walk

    Travel back to Johannesburg

    Fly to Cape Town, a coastal city known for its natural beauty

  • Day 8: Cape Town

    Visit the summit of Table Mountain, a sandstone plateau that overlooks the city 

    Take a guided tour of Cape Town

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Devil's Peak
    • Lion's Head
    • Company Gardens
    • Greenmarket Square
    • Victoria and Alfred waterfront

    Visit the District 6 Museum

    Visit the Castle of Good Hope, South Africa's oldest surviving colonial building 

    Take a ferry to Robben Island

    With your Field Director you will see:

    • Nelson Mandela's prison cell where the revolutionary leader was held for 18 years
    • Lime quarries where the prisoners were used for hard labor

    Enjoy dinner in Cape Town

  • Day 9: Cape Town

    Take a tour of Cape Town

    With your Field Director you will see:

    • Sea Point, where a scenic promenade, beachfront cafes, and stunning ocean views create the perfect spot for relaxing walks 
    • Clifton, known for its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and trendy beachfront homes nestled between majestic cliffs 
    • Camps Bay, a stylish seaside suburb famous for its palm-lined promenade, lively restaurants, and stunning views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range meeting the Atlantic Ocean 

    Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve where rugged cliffs, diverse wildlife, and sweeping ocean views meet at the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula 

    Ride the Flying Dutchman Funicular at Cape Point for an effortless and scenic journey up to the historic lighthouse, where breathtaking views of the surrounding ocean and coastline await 

    Enjoy lunch in Cape Town

    Visit the African Penguin Colony at Boulder's Beach

    Enjoy a photo stop at Simon's Town

    Visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

    Enjoy dinner in Cape Town

  • Day 10: Cape Town • Depart for home

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Langa Township

    Langa Township

    Take an educational tour of the Langa Township, one of the most culturally and historically significant neighborhoods in Cape Town. Get a glimpse of what life was like in one of the most segregated towns in South Africa during apartheid. 

  • Day 11: Arrive home


Learning outcomes on this program

Confidence • Curiosity • Global perspective • Empathy • Adaptability • Relatability • Self-Awareness


EF Global Learning Model Post-Study Abroad Learning Resources
Academic resources

With this program, you get access to our Global Learning Resources, which include:

  • Discussion questions
  • Sample assignments
  • Journal prompts
  • Webinars
  • EF's Global Competency Assessment, a pre- and post-program assessment to measure competency development
See the resources you get
EF Global Learning Model Post-Study Abroad Learning Resources
Academic resources


With this program, you get access to our Global Learning Resources, which include:

  • Discussion questions
  • Sample assignments
  • Journal prompts
  • Webinars
  • EF's Global Competency Assessment, a pre- and post-program assessment to measure competency development

See the resources you get


What's Included

  • Transportation

    Various modes of transport are tailored to your program. While some transfers are included, others may come at additional cost.

  • Accommodations

    Safe, comfortable lodging will be waiting for you at your destination.

  • Select meals

    Enjoy a combination of included meals and the freedom to explore local cuisine on your own.

  • End-to-end support

    Your dedicated EF team helps secure administrative approval and academic credit, provides enrollment tools, and helps establish your program’s ongoing presence on campus.

  • EF Global Learning Toolkit

    We offer various tools to help educators facilitate student growth abroad and on campus, including academically enriched travel programs, industry engagement opportunities, global learning resources, and a Global Competencies Assessment tool.

  • Field Director

    Your Field Director is on the ground with your group, providing deep local insights while handling program logistics.

  • Guided exploration

    Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from licensed local guides: natural historians who provide cultural insights to enhance learning moments throughout the program.

  • Field Visits

    Experience academics in action during engaging visits with relevant organizations, thought leaders, and partners.


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