From Durban: 5-Day Little Karoo, Safari & Whale Coast Tour

Little Karoo, Garden Route



Embark on a 5-day adventure from Durban through South Africa's scenic regions. Go on an open 4x4 safari at Zulu Waters Game Reserve, hike in the mountains, and explore the Whale Coast.

Highlights

  • Embark on a 5-day adventure through South Africa's scenic Garden Route regions
  • Search for the Big Five on a safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve
  • Hike through Robberg Nature Reserve
  • Visit Cape Agulhas and see where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet
  • Travel along the Whale Coast and enjoy breathtaking coastal views

Description

Day 1: Depart from Cape Town at 8:00 AM and travel towards the Little Karoo, passing through fascinating towns and enjoying beautiful mountain landscapes, open countryside, and spectacular scenery along the way. Enjoy the world's longest wine route. Tour of the majestic Cango Caves in the afternoon. Overnight at De Oude Meul Country Lodge in Oudtshoorn or similar. Day 2: Enjoy an exciting game safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve, searching for Africa's famous Big Five—lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards—as well as giraffes, kudus, impalas, zebras, antelope, and many other wildlife species. Tour of Knysna Heads in the afternoon. Tour of Knysna Quays. Overnight at the Russell Hotel in Knysna or similar. Day 3: Continue the journey and visit the beautiful Robberg Nature Reserve in Plettenberg Bay for a scenic hiking experience, enjoying fresh mountain air, spectacular views, and the natural surroundings. Visit the Plettenberg Bay Beach and relax here. Overnight at the Russell Hotel in Knysna or similar. Day 4: After breakfast, travel towards Wilderness and Mossel Bay, taking in the magnificent coastal scenery. Enjoy a tour of Cape Agulhas and visit the iconic coastline where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. This is Africa's southern-most tip. Continue tour to Hermanus to tour the Cliff Path. Overnight at a hotel or lodge in Hermanus. Day 5: Start the day with whale watching in Hermanus, in season. Visit Benguela Wine estate for wine tasting. Proceed to Betty's Bay to see the African Penguins. Then begin the scenic journey back to Cape Town, traveling along the beautiful Whale Coast and enjoying breathtaking coastal views, charming towns, and spectacular landscapes before arriving in Cape Town to conclude this memorable 5-day adventure.

Includes

5-day guided tour of the Garden Route Open 4x4 Game safari at Botlierskop Game Reserve Tour of the scenic wine route Tour of Cango Caves Visit to Robberg Nature Reserve Scenic hiking experience Scenic nature walks Photography Tour of Cape Agulhas Visit to the coastline where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet Travel along the Whale Coast Wine tasting Overnight accommodation in comfortable hotels and lodges Breakfast

Excludes

Lunch Dinner Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Departure on day 1 is at 8:00am Accommodation is on a bed and breakfast basis Bring comfortable clothing and shoes for hiking and walking Sunscreen and hats are recommended for sun protection Cameras are recommended for capturing scenic views

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