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South Africa holidays for solo travellers

Everything we run in South Africa, soonest first.

Hosted by Sue

1 holiday

  • ATOL 9046
  • Bonded trust account
  • Never forced to share
  • A named host
ATOL protected, licence number 9046

South Africa covers safari, coastline and city in one trip, which is a lot to get right without local knowledge — exactly what a Spice Escapes host provides. Small groups, real wildlife, and a pace that respects how big the country actually is.

You travel with people in the same position as you, not alone with a guidebook and a rental car.

When to go

May-September (the dry winter months) is generally best for wildlife viewing, since animals gather more predictably around water sources. Cape Town and the coast are pleasant for most of the year.

Getting there

Direct flights from UK airports reach Johannesburg and Cape Town in around eleven hours. Your host confirms onward travel and transfer details once your trip is booked.

Why book our South Africa holidays with Spice?

A named host travels with the group the whole way, not just the airport transfer — you'll meet who they are further down this page. Nobody is paired off, nobody has to arrive with someone else, and every flight-inclusive departure is ATOL protected.

March 2027 1 holiday

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South Africa Discovery

South Africa | March 2027 | 10 nights

Sue Giddings
Hosted by Sue Giddings

Welcome to Cape Town, one of the world's most beautiful and vibrant destinations. Nestled between the iconic Table Mountain and the sparkling Atlantic Ocean, Cape Town offers a perfect blend of breathtaking scenery, rich history, diverse cultures, and unforgettable experiences. Join us as we explore its stunning landscapes, famous landmarks, and hidden gems, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

from £3,499pp

with flights £4,399pp

Single room supplement: £899

  • Places available
  • Single rooms available

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The hosts on our South Africa holidays

Named before you book, and travelling with the group the whole way.

Questions people ask about our South Africa holidays

Will I be the only one on my own?

No. Almost everyone books on their own — that is the whole point of the trip. Nobody has to pair up and nobody sits on their own at dinner unless they want to.

Do I have to share a room?

Only if you want to. Sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is how most people keep the price down. If you would rather have a room to yourself, you can — see the single-room price on the trip you are looking at.

Is there a single supplement?

There is a charge for a room of your own and it varies a great deal by trip, so the honest answer is the figure on the holiday you are looking at rather than an average. What there is not is any obligation to pay it: sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is a genuine option rather than a token one.

Every holiday with a single room available, and what each one costs, is listed on single rooms and single supplements.

How big is the group?

Small enough to learn everyone’s name in the first day or two. Group sizes vary by trip and are listed on each holiday.

What does the host actually do?

Your host is there to make your holiday feel easy, welcoming and fun. They travel with the group throughout the trip, help everyone get to know each other, keep things running smoothly and are there if you need anything along the way.

They’re not a traditional holiday rep — they’re part of the group, sharing the experience with you and helping make sure nobody feels left out.

Is my money protected?

Yes. Payments are held in a bonded trust account and the holidays are ATOL protected under licence 9046.

What age are the other travellers?

It varies by trip. Most groups span a wide range of ages with a shared interest in the destination rather than a shared birth year.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes — 18. Spice Escapes holidays are adults only.

Most people who travel with us are in their forties and beyond, but that is who books rather than a rule. There is no upper age limit, and two people travelling together do not need to be a similar age: a daughter in her thirties travelling with her mother in her sixties is an ordinary booking.

Ask about South Africa

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