Festival of Motoring
August 27 - September 1, 2026
Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, Johannesburg
About Festival of Motoring
South Africa's biggest automotive celebration. Three days of fast cars, live motorsport, and a crowd that brings the vibes at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. This is your all-access weekend in Johannesburg, built around the Festival of Motoring and everything the city has to offer around it. Want a bespoke experience? Email us at concierge@firstarrival.co.
The Kyalami Experience - $1500
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5 nights at Hyatt House Johannesburg
All private airport and ground transfers
Premium Suite Hospitality for all three festival days
Hot lap around Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in a high-performance vehicle
All-day curated catering and drinks in the suite
Prime start/finish line views
Complimentary track drives and automotive exhibition
Day One Welcome dinner
Day Four Farewell dinner
A dedicated First Arrival host
Not Included International airfare · Personal meals and beverages not listed above · Travel insurance · Any service not mentioned above
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Day 1 — Thursday, August 27 · Arrival
Private airport transfer to Hyatt House Johannesburg
Check-in and settle in
Welcome dinner in Sandton
Day 2 — Friday, August 28 · Festival Day One
Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer to Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit
Premium Suite access (curated catering, all-day drinks, start/finish line views)
Hot lap around Kyalami in a high-performance vehicle
Complimentary track drives and automotive exhibition
Private transfer back to the hotel
Dinner in Sandton
VIP section in Sandton club
Day 3 — Saturday, August 29 · Festival Day Two
Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer to Kyalami
Premium Suite access
Drifting championships, drag racing, and karting challenges
Private transfer back to the hotel
Dinner + VIP section in Sandton club
Day 4 — Sunday, August 30 · Festival Day Three
Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer to Kyalami
Final day at the festival
Private transfer back to the hotel
Day 5 — Monday, August 31 · The City
Breakfast at the hotel
Free day to go to the spa, visit Soweto, go shopping, etc.
Dinner on your own
Day 6 — Tuesday, September 1 · Departure
Breakfast at the hotel
Late checkout where possible
Private transfer to O.R. Tambo International Airport
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· ★★★★ Hotel
· 5 Nights at Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton
· Queen bed with Balcony · Garden views
· Fully equipped kitchenette
· Complimentary buffet breakfast daily
· Outdoor pool · Fitness centre · Sun terrace
· Treehouse deck for private dining
· Complimentary Wi-Fi
· 24-hour front desk
· Free parking
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Deposit
$200 deposit per person of total at checkout will hold your spot.
Deposit A non-refundable deposit per person is required at the time of booking to hold your spot. The deposit amount will be specified in the package description. Deposits are non-refundable. Non-transferable means your deposit may not be applied to another person or another year, but may be transferred to another First Arrival experience within twelve (12) months of the original departure date, subject to approval and availability. Your guaranteed race entry may not be transferred to another person, another year, or another trip.
Final Payment Deadline
May 27, 2026 Package must be paid in full by 5 PM ET on this date.
Travel Insurance
“Cancel For Any Reason” travel insurance is highly recommended.
Late Fees
A $50 fee applies if the Final Payment is received after the deadline.
Payments not received within five (5) calendar days of the Final Payment Deadline may result in cancellation of the booking at FA’s sole discretion.
Change Fees
For booking changes after the Final Payment Date, a $50 fee per person per change applies. For changes requested less than 30 days before the first day of the Travel Package, the fee is $75 per person per change.
Additional charges from travel or event suppliers which may result from changes to your Booking Order are your responsibility; you agree to reimburse FA for any such charges incurred by FA on your behalf. We will use our best efforts to accommodate the requested changes; however, FA cannot guarantee such changes once the initial booking is confirmed.
Cancellation Penalties
These cancellation penalties apply to any cancelled booking regardless of the reason, including but not limited to race cancellation by the organizer, injury during training, or failure to make full payment by the stated deadline.
All payments are non-refundable regardless of when cancellation is received. Payments are non-transferable to another person or another year. Upon written request, First Arrival may at its sole discretion approve a transfer of your balance to another First Arrival experience within twelve (12) months of the original departure date, subject to availability and applicable pricing differences.
Based on Double Occupancy
Five days in Johannesburg built around South Africa's biggest motorsport weekend with Premium Suite access at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, a lap in a high-performance vehicle, all-day catering and an open bar trackside, and curated dinners and experiences hosted by the First Arrival team.
Hyatt House Johannesburg
Studio Room - Queen Bed | 6 Days / 5 Nights
Tucked into the leafy suburb of Sandton, Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton is a five-minute drive from Sandton City Mall and Gautrain commuter rail station. The property offers 62 rooms with studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom suites, each with a fully equipped kitchenette and work area, and garden views from your private balcony. Intimate, residential, and genuinely comfortable, this is your base for the weekend.
Fitness centre · Sun terrace
Complimentary buffet breakfast served daily
24-hour front desk
Business centre
Dry cleaning and laundry services
Free self-parking
Queen bed · Balcony access
Garden views
Fully equipped kitchenette · In-room safe
55-inch flat screen TV
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
Outdoor swimming pool