4 days in South Africa Itinerary

Sunny weather and golden beaches await you on a vacation in Durban, a busy port city on the Indian Ocean known for its outdoorsy atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): buy something for everyone on your list at Gateway Theatre of Shopping, then stop by Awesome Africa, and then buy something for everyone on your list at Westville Junction.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Durban trip itinerary app.

Johannesburg to Durban is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. In June, Durban is a bit warmer than Johannesburg - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Cape Town.

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

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): browse the exhibits of Paul B. Dixon Wildlife Studio, then kick back and relax at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, and then explore and take pictures at Cape Point. On the 6th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: observe the fascinating underwater world at Two Oceans Aquarium, buy something for everyone on your list at Cape Quarter Mall, stop by Baraka Gifts and Decor, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Greenmarket Square, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Signal Hill.

To find where to stay, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Cape Town online journey planner.

Traveling by flight from Durban to Cape Town takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Durban in June: high temperatures in Cape Town hover around 20°C and lows are around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Hoedspruit.

Hoedspruit offers proximity to Kruger National Park and features an airport, making it a popular jump-off point for a variety of tours and safaris.

On the 7th (Mon), browse the exhibits of iNyoka Art Gallery, take in the exciting artwork at Kingfisher Gallery, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and finally stop by Kumbaya Home Decor.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Hoedspruit travel planner.

Getting from Cape Town to Hoedspruit by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Cape Town in June, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Hoedspruit: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can travel back home.