The Best One Week (7-Day) Organized Tours in South Africa

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

South Africa

Searching for the ultimate 7-day getaway to South Africa? Look no further! We've meticulously analyzed an array of week-long guided organized tours, holiday packages, and guided itineraries, taking into account factors such as price, service, comfort, guest ratings, and activities so that we could find the best among all of the options. From exciting excursions that immerse you in the local culture to moments of pure tranquility, these week long tours are designed to provide the perfect timeframe for an unforgettable experience. Get ready to embark on a 7-day journey to South Africa that will leave you refreshed, invigorated, and with a newfound love for exploration.


The Top 3 Tours:

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  • 7 Days, $2397.00

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The Best 7-Day Tours through South Africa

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Hotspots2c 7 Days Cape Town to Simon's Town 16 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 7 days in South Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Wine Lovers
  • Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 10 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 13
Price per Day: $173

This tour visits Cape Town, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, and Simon's Town.

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Wine tasting
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Hotspots2c
Focusing on South Africa, Hotspots2c is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Customers of Hotspots2c often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$1,210
on TourRadar

Organized by Dawn to Dusk 7 Days Sabie to Mjejane River Lodge 5 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Local Culture: provides in-depth local experiences.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 12 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $342

This tour visits Mbombela, Sabie, Graskop, Hoedspruit, Musina, Kruger National Park, and Skukuza.

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Safari
  • Local Living
  • Big Five
  • Wildlife & Nature Photography
  • Fully Guided

By Dawn to Dusk



$2,397
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 7 Days Durban to Johannesburg 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 7 days in South Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 50
Price per Day: $168

This tour visits Durban, Isimangaliso Wetland Park, St Lucia, Hluhluwe, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Kruger National Park, Eswatini, and Johannesburg.

  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,175
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Durban 5 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 7 days in South Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $178

This tour visits Pretoria, Kruger National Park, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, St Lucia, and Durban.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Beach
  • Camping
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$1,245
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Durban 7 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 7 days in South Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $135

This tour visits Pretoria, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, St Lucia, and Durban.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$948
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Victoria Falls 8 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 8 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $320

This tour visits Pretoria, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Kruger National Park, Polokwane, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, and Victoria Falls.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$1,993
on TourRadar

Organized by Cullinan Guided Journeys 7 Days Johannesburg to Umhlanga 13 Destinations
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 8 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $283

This tour visits Soweto, Johannesburg, Mpumalanga, Mbabane, Sabie, Hluhluwe, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Durban, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Eswatini, and Umhlanga.

  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Safari
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided
  • Partially Guided

By Cullinan Guided Journeys
Cullinan Guided Journeys is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on South Africa and Swaziland. The small group sizes, often less than 15, make for a very personal experience. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.



$1,984
on TourRadar

Organized by Timeline Travel DMC 7 Days Start/End in Johannesburg 3 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 6 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $409

This tour visits Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Chobe National Park.

  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Timeline Travel DMC
Timeline Travel DMC offers local safari tours through South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and others. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Most of the tours provided by Timeline Travel DMC are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service. Because of their specilization in safaris, you can be sure to have a spectacular adventure.



$2,860
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Livingstone 9 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $250

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$1,748
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Victoria Falls 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 7 days in South Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $184

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$1,286
on TourRadar

Why does South Africa appeal to travelers for a week?

South Africa appeals to travelers with its rich history, vibrant cities, scenic landscapes, and exciting culture. Tours to the region offer an amazing opportunity to dive into the best sights in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing memories.

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How much do 7-day tours to South Africa cost?

The average daily price of 7-Day Tours in South Africa is $255 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of 7-Day Tours in South Africa here.


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$255
Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
8
Tour Companies
16
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer 7-Day Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer tours lasting 7 days in South Africa. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Acacia Adventure Holidays

Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 8 weeks. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, and whale watching.

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Hotspots2c

Focusing on South Africa, Hotspots2c is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Customers of Hotspots2c often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.

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Cullinan Guided Journeys

Cullinan Guided Journeys is a smaller tour company that focuses on South Africa and Swaziland. The small group sizes, often less than 15, make for a very personal experience. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.

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National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures

National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Some of their most popular destinations include South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Peru. Despite being priced a bit higher, the small group sizes create a more personal and unique experience for travelers. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. With a focus on wildlife viewing tours, they ensure you'll have a fantastic experience.

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One Week Destinations in South Africa

Wondering where one week tours visit in South Africa? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in South Africa include Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Durban, and Johannesburg.


Which is cheaper?

Are guided tours lasting 7 days more expensive than independent travel? It depends. Tours typically bundle accommodations, transportation, meals, tickets, guides, and activities into one price, while independent travel requires paying for these elements separately. To understand the cost difference, compare the total price of a tour with the estimated cost of handling all arrangements yourself. Personal preferences, like staying in budget accommodations or dining at upscale restaurants, could tip the balance either way. Always check what's covered in the tour to make an informed comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Johannesburg, The Best 3-Day Tours from Cape Town, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Johannesburg, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Cape Town, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Pretoria, The Best 10-Day Tours from Cape Town, The Best 10-Day Tours from Johannesburg, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cape Town, The Best 2-Week Tours from Johannesburg, The Best 2-Week Tours from Durban, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Pretoria for more package tour options.

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