South Africa · SHORE EXCURSIONS
The 4 best shore excursions tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Start at the top and work down.
Meet your Into Tours guide at Port Elizabeth cruise terminal for a full-day Addo safari in an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll enter through Mathloweni Gate, search for the Big Five, eat a fire-cooked braai lunch at a cultural lapa, and explore Addo’s northern section. Guides such as Nina and Gary are praised for attentive, family-friendly service.
Spend eight hours exploring Addo Elephant National Park from Port Elizabeth, with air-conditioned transport, guided wildlife drives, park entry, snacks, drinks, and a grilled lunch at Jack’s Picnic Site. Expect large elephant herds, zebras, warthogs, and possible lion, buffalo, hyena, and rhino sightings. Pickup is available from the port, airport, and nearby towns.
“Overall, a very nice excursion. We saw many elephants, zebras, warthogs, and even a buffalo. During the lunch break, we enjoyed a shared meal with freshly grilled food, which was great. However, our guide didn’t provide much explanation, and we drove through the park in a closed van, which slightly diminished the safari experience. Still, a worthwhile trip for wildlife enthusiasts.”
Travel from Cape Town to Aquila Private Game Reserve for a three-hour open-vehicle safari, with a ranger, buffet lunch, and chances to see rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebra, and more. The reserve is about two hours from the port, so careful planning matters for cruise passengers.
“Our ship was late getting into port but we were pleasantly surprised that the tour company waited almost 2 hours past pickup time to allow guests to meet up. The safari itself was great with so many photo opportunities. Buffet lunch was varied and good.”
Leave Cape Town’s cruise port for Wynberg, where chefs Richard and City and Guilds-trained Gillian welcome you into their home. Learn two South African dishes, enjoy a private meal with wine and dessert, and return to port within about four hours. Vegetarian menus are available by request.
“Unfortunately I missed this event due to emergency surgery. The rest of our group attended and report a fabulous time with wonderful hosts. Food, beverage and commeradery were all excellent.”
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