2 Day Safari Tour From Cape Town: Botlierskop & Buffelsdrift

Overnight Safari Adventure to Oudtshoorn and Game Reserves from Cape Town

This two-day tour departs from Cape Town to Oudtshoorn, suited for wildlife enthusiasts seeking guided 4x4 game drives and scenic landscapes in the Klein Karoo.

Highlights

• 4x4 game drive in Botlierskop Game Reserve with expert ranger guides
• Scenic drive through mountain passes and open plains along Route 62
• Overnight stay in Oudtshoorn, known for its ostrich farming heritage
• Exploration of unique flora and fauna in Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve

Description

Begin with pickup from your hotel in Cape Town, Somerset West, or Stellenbosch and travel approximately 450 km to Botlierskop Game Reserve near Mossel Bay. Upon arrival, join a 3-hour guided game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle, spotting wildlife such as lions, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos in their natural habitat.

After the drive, continue to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world, where you can spend the evening at leisure. Your guide can assist in arranging dinner options, including local specialties like ostrich sosaties (kebabs) and potbrood (bread baked over coals).

Spend the night in Oudtshoorn at accommodation selected based on your package. On day two, start early with a scenic drive to Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve. After breakfast, embark on a 2-hour open-top 4x4 bush drive focusing on the smaller wildlife and unique plant species of the Klein Karoo. Although the reserve does not host the Big Five, it offers valuable insights into the ecosystem.

The journey concludes with a scenic drive along Route 62, South Africa’s longest wine route, returning to Cape Town by evening. Expect the drive back to take 5 to 6 hours depending on stops and traffic.

Includes

• Pickup and drop-off within 15 km radius of Cape Town city centre, Somerset West, or central Stellenbosch
• Breakfast on day two
• English-speaking local guide for the entire experience
• Group safari drive at Botlierskop Game Reserve (approx. 2.5 hours) in a 4x4 vehicle
• Group bush drive at Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve (approx. 1.5 hours) in an open 4x4
• One night’s accommodation based on your selected package
• Comfortable sedan or minivan transport covering around 6 hours of driving daily
• Scenic drive along Route 62

Excludes

• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Optional gratuities

Important Information

• Leopard sightings during daytime drives are rare due to their nocturnal and elusive nature.
• Buffelsdrift Game Reserve does not have the Big Five but features diverse smaller wildlife and unique flora.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a camera, and binoculars. Morning and late afternoon game drives provide optimal wildlife viewing, so plan accordingly when booking.