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Garden Route & Addo Elephant Safari [5-days]: Cape Town
1 ReviewsDiscover South African wildlife and beauty in some of the country's national parks. Explore some of the top spots while driving along the Garden Route to explore this southeastern coastal paradise.
Highlights
- The Big Five safari experience
- 4 nights in the Garden Route
- Addo Elephant National Park
- Tsitsikama National Park
Description
A Journey Through South Africa's Natural Wonders Day 1: Southernmost Tip & Whale Watching Your journey begins in Cape Town as you travel eastward along the stunning coastal route via Clarence Drive toward the charming town of Betty's Bay and Hermanus. Renowned for some of the best land-based whale watching in the world (seasonal: June–November), Hermanus offers a scenic cliff walk, local artisan markets, and panoramic ocean views. After lunch, the tour continues to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans officially meet. You'll visit the historic lighthouse and enjoy a relaxed evening in this quiet seaside village, soaking in the rugged beauty of the Overberg coastline. Day 2: Mossel Bay – Oudtshoorn Depart early and journey through rolling farmlands and the Langeberg mountain passes en route to Mossel Bay. Continuing inland to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world, nestled in the semi-arid Klein Karoo. The afternoon is filled with adventure, starting with a visit to the Cango Caves, a breathtaking underground wonder of limestone formations, followed by a unique elephant encounter at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge, where you'll get up close with these gentle giants. Spend the evening under the stars in a tranquil Karoo setting. Day 3: Oudtshoorn – Mossel Bay This day begins with a visit to a working ostrich farm, where you’ll learn about these fascinating birds, interact with them, and explore the historic role they’ve played in the region’s economy. Afterward, return toward the coast for an Sunset boat cruise to The heads Knysna's water logoon. Day 4: Tsitsikamma National Park Today, you follow the scenic N2 through Wilderness, Knysna, and Plettenberg Bay—each offering brief photo or coffee stops if desired—before arriving at Tsitsikamma National Park, a coastal gem known for its dramatic sea cliffs, ancient forests, and river gorges. Highlights include the iconic Storms River Suspension Bridge, short nature hikes, and optional adventure activities such as zip-lining through the forest canopy or kayaking up the river mouth. With its blend of ocean and forest, Tsitsikamma offers some of the Garden Route’s most spectacular natural beauty and is a firm favorite for nature enthusiasts. Day 5: Addo Elephant National Park – Port Elizabeth On your final day, you head inland toward the world-renowned Addo Elephant, home to over 600 elephants and the unique Big 7 Spend the morning on a guided game safari, where you’ll have the chance to spot elephants, zebras, antelope, lions, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. After lunch at the park’s rest camp, continue to Port Elizabeth where the tour concludes. Optional drop-off at the airport or extended stay in the city is available.Includes
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (within a 10-km radius of Cape Town and from Stellenbosch) Tour guide Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan Accommodation for 4 nights (as per option selected) 4 Breakfasts 4 dinner Cango Caves adventure tour Ostrich farm tour Entrance to Addo Elephant National Park Entrance to Tsitsikamma National Park 4x4 Safari Game Drive at a private game reserveImportant Information
- Our accommodation are as follows Jeffrey's bay - Island Vibe (Backpacker package) or Sea Whisper (3 star Comfort package) or (Luxury package). Beach Guesthouse or similar Sedgefield/Knysna - Pili Pili Backpackers (Backpacker package), or The Rex (Comfort package), or Protea Hotel Knysna or similar (Luxury package). Oudtshoorn - Uthando Backpackers (Backpack package) or 88 van Rheede Guesthouse (3 star Comfort package) or Hlangana lodge or similar (4 star Luxury package) Mossel Bay- Oceans Manor on the beach or Protea Hotel Marriott Mossel bay Kindly note that these accommodation aren't guaranteed we can us other accommodations which are similar interms of standard and level of comfort if there is no availability
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