South Africa Trip Planner Are you planning a trip to South Africa? Start planning your itinerary on GAFFL. Here’s how:

Pick A Trip Type

Click on “Start A Trip” and pick your Trip Type

Choose Your Destination

Choose South Africa as your destination and select how long your trip in South Africa will be

Input Your Trip Details

Create a title for your trip and describe it by including things you will do and places you will visit in South Africa

Start Your Trip

Select a meet up point and if other users on GAFFL like your trip itinerary, they can request to connect and meet up with you in South Africa
Xavier
Trans-continental trek & Cape Town to Cairo World Record
Join Xavier on his Adventure Travel to Cape Town
Cape Town
Oct 1, 2025 - Apr 30, 2026 (Flexible)
Be part of the team that achieves a First in Human HistoryLate 2025 we will be beginning our tran...
Jasmin
Who’s Ready for a Cape Town and Namibia Adventure?
Join Jasmin on his Adventure Travel to Cape Town
Cape Town
Feb 21, 2026 - Mar 7, 2026 (Flexible)
Hey, I’m Jasmin, 33 years old!Who wants to join me for an unforgettable trip to Cape Town and Nam...
Mike
A trip to South Africa and beyond
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Join Mike for this road trip to Durban
Durban
Dec 23, 2025 - Jan 28, 2026 (Flexible)
I retired in December and am looking forward to a bit of a road trip/ homestay for 4 weeks
Lucia
Getaway to nature
Spend the layover in Kruger National Park with Lucia
Kruger National Park
Dec 10, 2025 - Jan 22, 2026 (Flexible)
Join me for a nature escape in Kruger National Park, South Africa. 🌿 Camping, hiking, and wildlif...
KYEI
A day of Joyful
Join KYEI on his Adventure Travel to Cape Town
Cape Town
Dec 5, 2025 - Feb 3, 2026
Join me for an epic adventure in Cape Town, South Africa 🌍 Hiking, exploring, and embracing the b...
Мarina
Johanersburg to Cape town
Join Мarina for this road trip to Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Jan 6, 2026 - Jan 27, 2026
Hi everyone, I'm flying to South Africa on January 6th (give or take, I can work around that). I'...
Zee
Birthday (January) 1st trip!
Explore Cape Town with Zee
Cape Town
Jan 16, 2026 - Jan 22, 2026 (Flexible)
 Hi, i am looking into traveling for my birthday in January. I need a travel buddy, I would like ...
khloe
Show me Durban!!
Explore Durban with khloe
Durban
Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 14, 2026
Hey! I’ll be in Durban town for for a few days in January. Finally comming to the mother land! I’...

Mignon
Mignon
Connect with Mignon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Mignon's home
George
Hey there! Welcome to George! 🌿 I'm stoked to show you the best camping spots, amazing music venu...
Isabel
Isabel
Johannesburg
Gauteng means 'Place of Gold'. It is the smallest province in South...
Faizal
Faizal
Connect with Faizal to meet up for coffee or drink
Cape Town
Cape Town is well known for its cultural heritage and most importantly the people...<br><br>
Milkessa
Milkessa
Connect with Milkessa to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Milkessa to know about the hidden gems of Ethiopian Highlands
Connect with Milkessa to explore Ethiopian Highlands together
Ethiopian Highlands
I will encourage traveller to explore local experiences, such as markets, festivals, and cultural...
Konrad
Konrad
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Connect with Konrad to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Konrad to know about the hidden gems of Table Mountain
Connect with Konrad to explore Table Mountain together
Table Mountain
i’m flexible and friendly and a born Cape Towner.
Pieter
Pieter
Connect with Pieter to explore Johannesburg together
Johannesburg
Want to know more about the wildlife, wilderness or learn how to drive off road , camping tips or...
Edwin
Edwin
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Connect with Edwin to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Edwin's home
Connect with Edwin to know about the hidden gems of Johannesburg
Connect with Edwin to explore Johannesburg together
Connect and lend Edwin's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Edwin's travel and outdoor equipment
Johannesburg
Yes, welcome to Tanzania, there are so many things that a visitor can come and do to have a diffe...
Anna
Anna
Connect with Anna to meet up for coffee or drink
Johannesburg
There’s a lot to do in Johannesburg a city of gold❤️

Herman
Herman
Johannesburg
Male, Age 71
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Drakensberg otter trail& fishriver canyon amongst others
ShiraazJoosub
ShiraazJoosub
O. R. Tambo International A...
Male, Age 57
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Lived in 8 countries and travelled 47 Now in South Africa - planning a road trip and stops along ...
Neliswa
Neliswa
Johannesburg
Female, Age 42
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I'm a simple person with bubbly character, likes to explore new things in life. I'm an adventurou...
Corine
Corine
Durban
Female, Age 59
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Corine Broomberg studied Drama at the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa. She started her a...
Mandi
Mandi
Johannesburg
Male, Age 39
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South African, travelling Far East for the first time. KL, Bali, Thailand and India
Faizal
Faizal
Cape Town
Male, Age 53
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I have the passion to meet new people... I'm a professional chauffeur, cheporone and I do persona...
suraya
suraya
Johannesburg
Female, Age 39
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I am a responsible mom of 2 boys and just need some adventure.
Benard
Benard
Male, Age 38
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My name is Benard, and I want so much to unveil the beauty of Magical Kenya that I decided there ...

FAQ

Why is GAFFL the best website/app for planning a trip to South Africa ?

It is completely free to start planning your trip to South Africa on GAFFL. You can keep all of your trip details in one place, including things you’ll do, places you’ll visit, where you’ll stay, and when you’ll fly. Also, after you’ve planned your trip, GAFFL helps you connect with other like-minded travelers planning a similar trip at the same time as you.

How do I plan a trip to explore different cities on GAFFL?

Planning a trip to explore cities on GAFFL is entirely free and very easy. Click on ‘Start A Trip’ and select ‘Explore Cities’ as your trip type. Then after providing your current location, select the city you want to plan your trip to. Create a title for your city exploration trip and describe things you’ll want to do and places you will want to visit. Then select a public place as a meetup point before or during your trip. You can also book hotels in that city and flights to that city and keep the information stored within your trip itinerary. Someone planning a similar trip can request to connect, meet up, share costs, and explore the city with you.

How can I plan a road trip to South Africa on GAFFL?

Planning a road trip to South Africa is completely free on GAFFL. Click on ‘Start A Trip’ and select ‘Road Trip’ as your trip type. Then choose where you’re planning to start your road trip and where you want to finish it. Create a title for your road trip and describe things you’ll do and places you want to visit while on the road. Then select a public place as a meetup point before or during your trip. Someone planning a similar road trip can request to connect with and together you can split costs for things like rental cars and lodging.

How do I plan a backpacking or hiking trip on GAFFL?

Planning a backpacking/hiking trip is absolutely free on GAFFL. Click on ‘Start A Trip’ and select ‘Adventure Travel’ as your trip type. Then choose your specific destination or a hiking trail and select the duration of your trip. Name your upcoming backpacking/hiking trip with a title and let others know the details of the trip in the description. Then select a meetup point in a public place. If other adventurers like your trip, they can request to connect and meetup with you.
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