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South Africa - Southern Endemics (Relaxed)

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South Africa - Southern Endemics (Relaxed) 2026

15 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 (17 days)

ZAR96,950 NO SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Quinton Paul Josop

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR96,950 (USD5,869 * GBP4,488 * EUR5,173 * AUD8,478)

Single Supplement: ZAR7,500 (USD454 * GBP347 * EUR400 * AUD656)

Flight costs: ZAR1,430 (USD87 * GBP66 * EUR76 * AUD125)

South Africa - Southern Endemics (Relaxed) 2027

12 Mar 2027 - 28 Mar 2027 (17 days)

ZAR101,500 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Ryan Tyrer

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR101,500 (USD6,145 * GBP4,698 * EUR5,416 * AUD8,876)

Single Supplement: ZAR7,600 (USD460 * GBP352 * EUR406 * AUD665)

Flight costs: ZAR1,900 (USD115 * GBP88 * EUR101 * AUD166)

This tour pairs with: South Africa - Northern Birds & Big Game (Relaxed) 2027

South Africa - Southern Endemics (Relaxed) 2028

26 Feb 2028 - 13 Mar 2028 (17 days)

ZAR108,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Quinton Paul Josop

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR108,100 (USD6,544 * GBP5,004 * EUR5,768 * AUD9,454)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Another of our new Relaxed tours takes us to the key endemic birding sites of KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, and the Western Cape. An impressive 750+ bird species occur within the region, reflecting the incredible natural diversity of the area; and this, coupled with a modern infrastructure well suited to the needs of the modern traveller, makes birding here an absolute delight. Our tour winds its way from the high-altitude grasslands around Wakkerstroom, endemic-rich mist-belt forests of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, lofty peaks of the magnificent Drakensberg, and the remarkably beautiful south-western Cape.

Please note: these prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations.

Top Birds

Southern Bald Ibis; Blue Korhaan; Denham’s Bustard; Cape Clapper, Karoo & Agulhas Long-billed Larks; Ground Woodpecker; Buff-streaked, Tractrac, Sickle-winged & Karoo Chats; Yellow-breasted & Mountain Pipits; Amur Falcon; Gurney’s & Cape Sugarbirds; Drakensberg & Cape Rockjumpers; Drakensberg & Cape Siskins; Cape Parrot; Blue Swallow; Knysna Turaco; Grey Crowned, Blue & Wattled Cranes; Cape Bulbul; African Penguin; Orange-breasted Sunbird; Protea Canary; Karoo Eremomela; Rufous-eared, Namaqua, Victorin’s & Cinnamon-breasted Warblers; Southern Tchagra; Knysna Woodpecker.

Top Mammals

Blesbuck; Bontebok; Yellow Mongoose; Meerkat; Black Wildebeest; Oribi; Mountain Zebra; Common Eland; Chacma Baboon;

Habitats Covered

highveld grassland, montane forest, grasslands, rivers, wetlands, mountains, semi-desert, fynbos

Expected Climate

subtropical with occasional rain (mostly late afternoon thundershowers)

Max Group Size

5 with 1 Rockjumper leader

Tour Pace & Walking

UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Undemanding, perfectly suited for all birding / wildlife interest levels & most mobility capabilities. Drive times can be tiring. our Relaxed series of tours are designed to focus on having an enjoyable holiday with a bird and wildlife focus. Where possible; we have reduced or removed long drives, single night stays and poor/rustic accommodation. We have also sought to reduce or remove difficult hikes, narrow/muddy trails and otherwise oppressive environmental conditions. Early starts and night birding are mostly optional, and we will not spend much time searching for difficult and/or skulking species. These tours are not suitable for hardcore birders and listers, or dedicated photographers.

Accommodation

Good to comfortable.

Ease of Birding

Undemanding, most species provide good visuals. A small number of scare / tricky species.

Other Attractions

Sani Pass, Drakensberg Mountains, Lesotho, Table Mountain.

Photographic Opportunities

Good to very good.

What our clients say about us

Daniel Danckwerts
SR, South Africa 2019

This tour was fantastic-it exceeded all expectations in every aspect. The country is beautiful and it was shown to us in a way I will never forget - the plants, birds, mammals landscapes, insects and people. One of the most rounded lifetime experiences I have had. And now for the guide. Daniel was one of the best (if not the best) guide I’ve ever had. He has incredible birding skills-we missed nothing! His natural science knowledge is vast, especially for his age-it shows his love of nature and willingness to share it. He was very good with us as a group-able to joke around with everyone and meet individual needs. He adapted to all situations smoothly and with great confidence. His driving skills were superb-in the 13 000 km we traveled, not once did I think he made a dangerous or even slightly aggressive move. His choice of lodges and restaurants was great-we didn't lose any weight on the trip! I would travel with him anytime and will seek out destinations where I know he is the guide. Thanks Rockjumper for a wonderful trip.

Gregory de Klerk
DL, South Africa

The tour was great. I got along well with the other participants and I greatly appreciated Greg de Klerk. I quickly realised he knew what he was doing and could relax. He was careful to make sure we all got to see all the birds. I will definitely use Rockjumper again... Can't go wrong!

André Bernon
OS, South Africa 2018

Our leader, Andre Bernon, was very good and very knowledgeable, he was also good with general South African knowledge, which was a good thing.

Glen Valentine
BC, South Africa 2021

Hi. Glen and Julian were great guides. I really enjoyed spending time with them. The trip was great, lodging was great. The wineries were amazing, as were the bird and animal sightings. I would travel with Glen or Julian again any time!

Gregory de Klerk
CG, South Africa

Greg de Klerk worked hard to get us the sightings, to ensure everyone got a "good look" and to keep us as safe and as comfortable as possible. I especially appreciated his additional information about field marks, behaviour, the habitat/area, history and culture.

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