13 days in Africa Itinerary

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

Family-friendly places like Cape Point and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront will thrill your kids. Step out of Cape Town to go to Franschhoek and see First South African Perfume Museum, which is approximately 1h 5 min away. There's still lots to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Table Mountain National Park, explore the historical opulence of Castle of Good Hope, examine the collection at District Six Museum, and admire the natural beauty at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

To find other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Cape Town vacation planner.

Singapore, Singapore to Cape Town is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Cape Town. In June, Cape Town is cooler than Singapore - with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. On the 29th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Kruger National Park.

One of Africa's largest game sanctuaries and part of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Program, Kruger National Park provides an immersive experience of wildlife.

Attractions like Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre and Kumbaya Home Decor make great kid-friendly stops. Go for a jaunt from Kruger National Park to Hoedspruit to see Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre about 2h 30 min away. Spend the 30th (Sat) surrounded by wildlife at Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park. Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Idube Game Reserve, trek along Napi Wilderness Trail, and don't miss a visit to Tshokwane Picnic Site.

For ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Kruger National Park online trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Cape Town to Kruger National Park takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cape Town in June, expect nights in Kruger National Park to be about the same, around 11°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 26°C. You will leave for home on the 4th (Wed).