An Unforgettable Experience Awaits
South Africa, known as the Rainbow Nation, is a country of stunning natural beauty with a fascinating history, not least the Apartheid years and the rise of Nelson Mandela – a true world legend. The country boasts a diverse population that speaks eleven different languages.
This cross-curricular school trip to Cape Town in South Africa offers the chance to visit Robben Island, Nelson Mandela’s prison for 18 years, as well as to head to the top of Table Mountain for spectacular views over the city.
Add to this the opportunity to head out in search of the ‘Big 5’ mammals on a game drive, this country really does have everything to offer.
Trip Highlights
Enjoy amazing views from the top of iconic Table Mountain
Explore Nelson Mandela’s cell for 18 years on Robben Island
See wildlife and spectacular views on a Cape Peninsula Tour
Search for the ‘Big 5′ at the fab Garden Route Game Lodge
Recommended excursions
Table Mountain
Visit the most iconic landmark in South Africa, Table Mountain, where you will enjoy a cable car ride to the summit to enjoy fantastic views across Cape Town, Table Bay, Robben Island and more.
District Six Museum
District 6 in Cape Town CBD was destroyed by the apartheid government in the 1960s, and thus thousands of people were forcibly removed from the area. District Six Museum is a memorial containing maps, photographs and other reminders of this old vibrant neighbourhood. Site walks and tours in the Museum with ex-resident storytellers are also offered.
Robben Island
Take a ferry ride from the Nelson Mandela Gateway on the V&A Waterfront to the infamous Robben Island. It was here that Nelson Mandela was held for 18 years, along with other apartheid activists. The tour takes about 3 and half hours and is weather and sea-conditions dependant.
Langa Township Tour
Discover Langa Township on a walking tour, run by Eric Dilima and his team. Split into groups to go on a walking tour of Zone 1 in Langa. Learn about the history of Cape Town’s oldest township and the day-to-day life of the locals, and meet some of the local children.
Enjoy lunch at a family-run restaurant with traditional food and music.
Cape Peninsula Tour
Enjoy a full-day Cape Peninsula Tour, which includes a trip to Boulders Beach to see the penguin colony, a drive over Chapman’s Peak with breathtaking views and a boat trip from Hout Bay to visit the seals on Duiker Island. The tour also goes to Cape Point, where you can walk to the spectacular viewpoint over the Atlantic and Indian oceans, the Cape of Good Hope.
GOLD Restaurant
The GOLD restaurant in Cape Town offers an authentic African experience with a 14-dish taste safari paired with traditional Mali puppets and entertainment.
Garden Route Game Drive
Head out on a 4×4 vehicle with a ranger in search of sightings of lion, elephant, white rhino, buffalo and cheetah. Garden Route Game Lodge is set against the backdrop of the majestic Langeberg mountain Range, which is also home to giraffes, zebra and numerous antelope species such as bontebok, red hartebeest, kudu, eland, impala, springbuck.
Typical accommodation
Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge
Why groups like it:
The Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge specialises in touring groups with an excellent location within walking distance to the V & A Waterfront in Cape Towm.Facilities
- All rooms with Private facilities, TV and hair dryer
- Public space and meeting rooms
- Free Wifi
Garden Route Game Lodge
Why groups like it:
A beautiful game lodge located at the start of the Garden Route. This is a beautiful spot to set off on your search of the ‘Big 5’.Facilities
- Outdoor Swimming Pool (no life-guard but can be arranged at a supplement)
- Public space and meeting rooms
- Free Wifi
Itinerary suggestion
1 Depart UK – Overnight flight to Cape Town (approx. 12 hrs)
1 Arrive Cape Town
2 Table Mountain
3 District Six Museum
4 Evening meal included. Overnight Cape Town
1 Breakfast at your accommodation included
2 Robben Island
3 Langa Township Tour. Lunch included
4 Evening meal included. Overnight Cape Town
1 Breakfast at your accommodation included
2 Cape Peninsula Tour
3 Evening meal included at GOLD Restaurant. Overnight Cape Town
1 Breakfast at your accommodation included
2 Travel to Garden Route Game Lodge. Lunch on arrival included
3 Afternoon Game Drive
4 Evening meal included. Overnight Garden Route Game Lodge
1 Breakfast at your accommodation included
2 Morning Game Drive
3 Transfer to airport for return flight
4 Overnight flight
1 Arrive UK
Learning outcomes
Subject focus
Students can:
- Explore a range of issues around citizenship and history
- Consider the significance of events, people and developments in their historical context and the present-day
- Consider what it was like to live under apartheid and its continuing effects today
- Learn about Truth and Reconciliation
- Evaluate the success of modern South Africa
- Engage with the work that is being done to support local communities.
- Experience amazing indigenous wildlife in its natural environment and learn about what is being done to protect it
- Build confidence and learn to value the skills and techniques needed for personal and team success
- Discover, explore and have fun with fellow students and teachers
Student outcomes
Students will have had an opportunity to:
- Have a better understanding of the complexities of South Africa’s modern history
- Understand the Geography and bio-diversity of South Africa
- Gain independence and self-confidence
- Strengthen existing friendships and make new friends
- Identify the issues surrounding wildlife conservation and sustainable development.
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There are no words to describe this trip other than amazing from start to finish, this was down to Travelbound and the exceptional team they now have in South Africa.
Both students and staff were overwhelmed by this incredible experience, and to quote from most of the students: ‘we have memories to last a lifetime’.
Hinchingbrooke School
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