
- The ‘Mother City’ with spectacular surrounding beaches and vineyards
- Home to the iconic Table Mountain and Robben Island
- Cape Point, Hout bay, Simonstown, Boulders Beach
- Vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
A netball tour to South Africa - one of our most popular long haul destinations which provides the opportunity to play against good quality opposition passionate about their sport with superb hospitality and modern facilities. Experience varied landscapes with natural beauty and visit an amazing array of spectacular activities and excursions to help appreciate the diverse local culture.
South Africa is a country of breathtaking diversity and scenery. Groups will have the opportunity to visit a number of Towns and Cities within South Africa depending on the length of tour and budget requirements. Key Cities including Cape Town, Pretoria and Durban can be included in any tour itinerary whilst also integrating visits to National Parks and game reserves as well as a host of excursions to make an unforgettable touring experience.
A mixture of accommodation options are possible throughout a tour to South Africa including High Performance centres, 3-5* hotels and Game Lodges. Hosting is also a possibility with local schools and families and often one of the highlights of any tour. Some example accommodation is highlighted below:
There are an abundance of activities and excursions on offer in South Africa to enhance your overall tour experience, below you will find a selection of ‘must sees’.
Visitors travel to the top in one of two cable cars, each with rotating floors and large windows to ensure 360 degree views during the ascent are almost as spectacular as those on the summit. From the top, there are magnificent views of the Cape Town city centre, surrounding suburbs and the Atlantic Ocean. Landmarks in view include the Cape Town Stadium, Robben Island and Camps Bay beach.
Most famous for being a political prison during apartheid, an era of racial segregation in South Africa, when many of South Africa’s most prominent freedom fighters spent time here. Nelson Mandela spent 18 years of the 27 years he was imprisoned on the island. After a half hour ferry journey you will be guided around by a former political prisoner who will relay the history of the island, together with first hand accounts of prison life, ensuring a personal and poignant tour. You will visit the maximum security prison and in particular to Nelson Mandela’s cell.
The most south-westerly tip of Africa offers breathtaking views. During a full day trip groups can experience a visit to Hout Bay for a boat tour around seal island, visit Simons Town for lunch and the penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Whether you stay overnight on a game reserve or visit on a full day you will travel in 4x4 vehicles with qualified guided rangers for an unforgettable safari experience to see the ‘Big 5’ (Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhino).
We can offer tailor made tours to suit your specific tour duration, group requirements and budget. Please find below an example itinerary:
RGS Newcastle Tour
Day 1
Depart London Heathrow for overnight flight to Cape Town (via Johannesburg)
Day 2
Arrive Cape Town
Training session at local facility
Overnight at Hotel
Day 3
Visit Table Mountain
Visit the Springbok Experience South African Rugby Interactive Museum
Training session at local facility
Overnight at Hotel
Day 4
Visit the V&A Aquarium
Fixture #1 v local opposition
Overnight at Hotel
Day 5
Full day Cape Peninsula Tour including Hout Bay Seal Island, Boulders Beach penguin colony, Cape Point and Simons Town.
Welcome at local school to meet host families
Overnight with billets
Day 6
Robben Island Excursion
Fixture #2 v local opposition
Overnight with billets
Day 7
Visit Township for tour, donations and Interaction with local children
Welcome at local school to meet host families
Overnight with billets
Day 8
Newlands Stadium tour
Fixture #3 v local opposition
Overnight with billets
Day 9
Transfer by flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Visit Apartheid Museum
Overnight at Hotel
Day 10
Fixture #4 v local opposition
Overnight at Hotel
Day 11
Full day Gold Reef City theme park visit
Welcome at local school to meet host families
Overnight with billets
Day 12
Visit Soccer City/FNB stadium for guided tour of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final venue
Fixture #5 v local opposition
Overnight with billets
Day 13
Transfer to Pilanesberg National Park
Evening game drive
Overnight at Game Lodge
Day 14
Early morning game drive
Full day at Sun City and Valley of the Waves water park
Overnight at Game Lodge
Day 15
Morning zip-lining excursion
Transfer to Johannesburg with stop off at Chameleon village for souvenirs
End of tour meal at Indaba African Themed restaurant
Overnight at hotel
Day 16
Visit Lion Park with game drive and lion cub interaction
Transfer to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport for overnight flight back to UK
Day 17
Arrive at London Heathrow
Return coach travel back to school