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Ethical Kruger Wildlife Experience
Plant-Based Safari Lodge Stay
Cape Town Culture & History
Step into South Africa’s soul
Our bucket list journey through South Africa brings together powerful history, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters through a compassionate, plant-based lens. The adventure begins in Cape Town, where dramatic mountains meet the sea. Stories of resilience, culture, and change then unfold through guided walks and meaningful local experiences. From the Mother City, we travel deep into the wild heart of the country. There, we explore Kruger National Park on an ethical safari before settling into Africa’s first fully plant-based safari lodge. It’s a place where conservation and care for animals lead the way. Thoughtfully curated vegan meals, small-group travel, and unrushed days allow time to truly absorb each place. This is not a whirlwind tour. It’s a truly immersive tour that you don’t want to miss.
Why You’ll Love This Tour!
Visiting African penguins at Boulders Beach
Riding the Table Mountain cable car
Apartheid to Freedom walking tour in Cape Town
Watching elephants along the Olifants River
Walking Robben Island with expert guides
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Essential Info
Essential Info
Price
$6600 USD/per person
*A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the tour cost, along with a registration form, are required in order to join the tour. Your space is not guaranteed until both of these are received.
Dates
October 29 – November 7, 2027
Tour duration
9 nights/10 days
Group size
up to 12 people
Included
- 9 nights accommodations
- 9 breakfasts
- 8 lunches
- 9 dinners
- Sightseeing and activity admissions
- Transportation between activities
- Domestic flights between regions
- All logistics are taken care of for you
Not included
- International airfare
- Travel insurance
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Travel insurance is highly recommended for any unexpected emergency expenses
- A suggested packing list will be provided before your tour
About your guide
Kim Giovacco and local vegan guides will be your tour leaders.
Trip Overview
On our 10-day tour through this very special country, we’ll enjoy great vegan food, have ethical wildlife experiences, and explore enriching local perspectives. The tour starts and ends in Cape Town, where we’ll discover its history, culture, and all the amazing people who have made it what it is.
Our adventure then continues into the Kruger region, where our stay at a fully vegan safari lodge allows for deeper engagement with the natural world. Guided game drives, walks, and evenings under the stars offer a chance to witness wildlife in a setting rooted in care for animals, land, and community.
All along the way, we’ll share meals that celebrate South Africa’s plant-based food scene, learn from knowledgeable guides, and engage with stories that shape each place we visit. Experiences range from city walks and scenic landscapes to time spent in wildlife areas where conservation and respect for animals come first. We love South Africa and you will too.
Itinerary
Welcome to Cape Town. Upon arrival, you’ll be met with a private transfer to our guesthouse, where the rest of the day has been reserved for relaxation. After checking in, there’s time to rest, settle into your surroundings, or take a gentle walk nearby. In the evening, we come together for our first group dinner, a chance to enjoy amazing vegan food and get to know your fellow travelers as the journey begins.
On Day two we explore the dramatic landscapes of the Cape Peninsula, beginning with a ride on the Table Mountain cable car, weather permitting, for sweeping views over the city and coastline. From there, we travel through Table Mountain National Park toward the Cape of Good Hope, stopping along the way to visit the African penguins at Boulders Beach. The day is filled with coastal scenery and wildlife encounters before returning to Cape Town for dinner.
Meals Included
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Today is all about uncovering Cape Town’s layered history and lived stories. We take part in the Apartheid to Freedom walking tour, a powerful insight into the city’s journey with struggle, resistance, and growth. Led by knowledgeable local guides, the walk shows us exactly how hope and progress emerged from conflict and oppression in the Mother City. The afternoon is left free to explore at your own pace, whether that means strolling the V&A Waterfront, visiting local shops, or relaxing at a café before gathering again for dinner.
The following day starts with the Eco Eats Cape Town walking tour, where we explore the city through its vibrant vegan food scene while learning more about local culture and sustainability. Later, we visit Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. Touring the island offers a moving perspective on South Africa’s recent history and the struggle of those who shaped it. We return to Cape Town in the evening after a day you won’t forget in a hurry.
Meals Included
Day 3: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Next, we leave Cape Town behind and fly to the Kruger region, where the landscape opens into bushveld and wide skies. After landing, we transfer to Unembeza Boutique Lodge and Spa, a peaceful retreat nestled among stunning nature. The afternoon is spent settling in, enjoying our new surroundings, and easing into the rhythms of the wild. Wildlife often moves through the area even before we set out on our first official safari.
Day six is dedicated to a full-day guided safari in Kruger National Park. Accompanied by our expert guides, we venture into one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, and many other species that call the park home. The day unfolds at an unhurried pace, allowing time for observation, learning, and quiet moments in the bush. Then it’s back to the lodge in the evening for another delicious vegan dinner.
Meals Included
Day 5: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Deeper into the Kruger region we go. Today, we transfer to Sashwa River of Stars, a trailblazing, fully plant-based safari lodge on the Olifants River. This women-led lodge centers conservation, compassion, and community in every aspect of its design. With a full group, we enjoy exclusive use of the property and its peaceful bush setting, where the river flows beside our lodge and elephants can often be spotted taking full advantage of the flowing water.
Over the next two days, we take part in guided game drives at sunrise and sunset, explore the riverbanks on gentle walks, and learn about the local environment from expert guides. Whether we’re tracking spoor in the early morning, enjoying a picnic breakfast in the wild, or settling in for stargazing after dinner, our focus is on being present in the bush and connecting with this remarkable place. Cultural interactions and discovering local conservation efforts add depth to our time here, grounding the safari in both land and community.
Meals Included
Day 7: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Breakfast
Day nine is our final full day at Sashwa River of Stars. With the Olifants River and wildlife nearby, there’s time to take part in more lodge activities or simply slow down and enjoy the setting. Options include another guided game drive, time along the riverbanks, or simply relaxing. We gather in the evening for a final dinner in the bush, bringing our safari experience to a close.
On day ten, we depart the Kruger region and begin our journey back to Cape Town. After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our flight, returning to the city to make our way home.
Meals Included
Day 9: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 10: Breakfast
Good to Know
The amount of walking varies by day and is balanced with game drives, guided walks, and relaxed lodge time, making this tour suitable for a range of fitness levels
The tour begins and ends in Cape Town, with internal flights included to minimize long travel days and maximize time spent exploring
Your tour cost includes accommodations, all vegan meals as outlined, guided activities listed in the itinerary, internal transportation, and all on-the-ground logistics
Previous Guests Praise Veg Jaunts and Journeys
It was a special experience to explore Italy with like-minded, compassionate travelers. We saw the sights, plus we got to explore a cat sanctuary in Rome and a vegan cheesemaking business. This trip was a top 10 life experience.
Thank you Kim and Wendy for such a wonderful trip through Italy. I was so nervous traveling alone overseas but really enjoyed getting to know everyone in the group. Would love to keep in touch with all and maybe see you on another trip.
