South Africa 2026 - 1st & 2nd Test Tour

Limited spots remaining at Kruger between Tests 1 & 2

Our 1st & 2nd Test Tour takes in Australia’s Test matches in Durban and Port Elizabeth with three incredible days and nights at Kruger National Park in between.

Test Matches

• 1st Test: 9-13 October, Kingsmead Stadium, Durban
  
  
• 2nd Test: 18-22 October, St George's Park, Port Elizabeth

Tour Hosts

We are delighted to announce that our tour will be hosted by Australian legends Merv Hughes and Geoff Marsh. Merv was a member of Allan Border’s team that toured South Africa in 1994 in what was Australia’s first tour since 1970 in a series that was to be both Merv and Allan’s last for Australia. Geoff’s African experience was in coaching roles which include a stint in South Africa’s northern neighbour Zimbabwe and famously as Australia’s coach in the 1999 World Cup winning team featuring an unforgettable semi-final defeat of South Africa.

South Africa

South Africa is a tourism Mecca with a wide range of sightseeing and activities available. Big 5 safaris, magnificent beaches and incredible scenery combine with wineries, cultural experiences and some of the best barbecuing in the world to ensure every visitor leaves South Africa with memories to cherish!

Durban

South Africa’s third largest city, Durban is located in KwaZulu-Natal province and features beautiful beaches and an ideal year-round climate. The city was once boasted the largest Indian community outside of India contributing to the city’s multicultural feel.

Kingsmead Cricket Ground first hosted Test cricket in 1923 and is one of the country’s most popular grounds. In 2018 Kingsmead was the venue for Australia’s only Test success where they started the series with a 118-run victory.

Kruger National Park

Sitting on South Africa’s northeastern border with Tanzania, Kruger is the country’s oldest national park. The park is home to a greater number of large mammal species than any park in Africa including the Big 5 - lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo.

Our three-day Kruger option between the 1st and 2nd Tests includes morning and evening safari plus a full-day safari. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included daily at our fantastic Kruger accommodation.

Port Elizabeth

Now officially Gqeberha and still colloquially referred to as ‘PE’, Port Elizabeth is the cultural, economic and financial hub of the Eastern Cape. The city sits on the gorgeous stretch of coast known as Bluewater Bay.

St George’s Park is the oldest international ground in South Africa, hosting the first Test match in the country in 1889. The ground sits close to the city centre with water views and traditionally hosts local brass bands playing through the day’s play. In 2018 South Africa bounced back against Australia at St George’s Park and levelled the Test series one-all.

Flights

International flights from Australia are not included in our packages and should be booked separately online or through your travel agent. We can also look at some options for you, contact our office for details.

Qantas flies to Johannesburg from Sydney and Perth, see www.qantas.com for details. South African Airways flies to Johannesburg from Perth, see www.flysaa.com for details.

Visas & Insurance

Visas are not required for Australian passport holders travelling to South Africa and surrounding countries.

Travel insurance is not included in our travel packages or tours. Fast Cover Travel Insurance are offering AST customers 5% off travel insurance. You can apply for a quote at fastcover.com.au and they can be contacted on 1300 409 322 if you have questions.

Tour Payments

Payment schedule for Pre-Sale bookings are:

• 10% online deposit secures your place during the Pre-Sale
  
• 20% instalment by card or bank transfer due this week (brings you up to 30%).
  
• Next 30% instalment by card or bank transfer due by 15 May
  
• The final balance of your booking is due by 1 July

Any Questions?

Email us at info@astsports.com.au if you have any questions about the tour.