Ring in 2025 with an unforgettable South African adventure! Imagine witnessing the Big Five in luxurious comfort, then letting loose in vibrant Cape Town for New Year's Eve, then conquering Table Mountain's breathtaking views, and sipping your way through the winelands' delectable bounty. Finally, stand on the very ground where Nelson Mandela fought for freedom – Robben Island. This isn't just a trip, it's a sensory explosion, a historical immersion, and a celebration of life like no other.
-Age average of travelers: 35+
-Co-Ed (Men & women)
-Couple Friendly
-Solo travelers
-Travel besties
- Positive and friendly humans
This journey begins and concludes in Cape Town (CPT).
Ensure your arrival at Johannesburg Airport (JNB) for the start of the trip.
***A passport valid at least six months past your arrival date is required to enter South Africa.
Double Occupancy: When booking in double occupancy, please provide the first and last name of your roommate. If you do not have a specific roommate preference, we will pair you with a same-sex roommate for the duration of the trip.
Single Occupancy: The price for one traveler opting for single occupancy.
Deposits are non-refundable
Cancellations made 90 days or less before departure are not eligible for a refund.
Cancellations made 59 days or less before departure are not eligible for a refund.
If you are 5 days late for a payment plan installment, you will be charged an additional $50.
As the trip approaches, we'll provide updates on New Year's Eve activities in Cape Town. We are also organizing an exclusive NYE nightlife experience that we will reveal closer to the trip date, available at an additional cost for those interested in attending.
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
candid portraits and group photos
Not required, but highly recommended. Ask up about our travel protection.
For local guides
Welcome to South Africa! You will be met by your drive and transferred to your hotel.
After breakfast, you'll be transferred to your flight and lodging at Kruger National Park. Enjoy a game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle in search of the Big 5!
Set out on two thrilling game drives in your open safari vehicle, led by an expert ranger. Witness the wonders of Kruger National Park and its incredible diversity of wildlife.
Cherish your last game drive before being transferred to your flight to Cape Town. This evening sip sundowners on a Sunset Champagne Cruise at V&A Waterfront.
Visit the famous Table Mountain, Simon Town, and Boulders Beach's colony of the endangered African Penguin. Later, ring in the new year at one of Cape Town's hot spots!
Dive into the heart of Stellenbosch, South Africa's golden triangle of winemaking. Explore centuries-old Cape Dutch buildings, and indulge in award-winning reds, whites, and bubblies.
Journey to Robben Island, Nelson Mandela's former prison. Then, stroll through the vibrant Bo-Kaap district, before concluding at the renowned Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight back home. Until next time!
Change of Altitude curates luxury group travel experiences for men and women age 40+ who want to explore the world without waiting on friends or traveling alone. Our travelers book, show up, and step into unforgettable experiences alongside like-minded people who arrive as strangers and leave as friends. No stress. No guesswork. Just elevated travel and new perspectives.
