From Cape Town: 2-Day Safari at Garden Route Game Lodge

Hessequa, Garden Route



Travel from Cape Town on this 2-day safari, which includes an overnight at the Garden Route Game Lodge. Go on 2 safari drives viewing elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, hippos and more.

Big 5 Safari and Cape Agulhas Tour from Cape Town

This 2-day safari departs from Cape Town and suits wildlife enthusiasts looking to see the Big 5 and visit Africa’s southernmost tip.

Description

Over two days, you will see lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, giraffes, and other native animals while enjoying 2 game drives and a 4-star overnight stay with dinner and breakfast included.

On day one, travel from Cape Town along the scenic coastal road to Cape Agulhas via Hermanus, known for whale watching. Pause at the southernmost tip of Africa to view the Cape Agulhas lighthouse.

Continue to Garden Route Game Lodge for a sunset safari in an open-air vehicle. Spot wildlife including elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, and hippos. After the safari, enjoy a three-course dinner and spend the night in a 4-star wooden chalet or lodge room. The clear night skies enhance the stay.

The next morning, take a morning game drive to see any animals missed the previous evening, followed by breakfast. Return to Cape Town by evening.

Includes

  • Transport
  • Fuel and toll fees
  • Guide services
  • Two safari game drives
  • One night 4-star accommodation
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Visits to Hermanus, Betty's Bay, and Cape Agulhas

Excludes

  • Drinks
  • Lunches
  • Cape Agulhas Lighthouse entry fee

Important Information

  • The Garden Route Game Lodge is located in a malaria-free area

Cancellation Policy

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

Book this tour with comfortable clothing and binoculars recommended. The best time to visit is during dry months for optimal wildlife viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can see the Big 5—lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, and buffaloes—along with giraffes and other native animals during the game drives.
The safari departs from Cape Town and returns there after the 2-day trip.
The tour includes two game drives spread over the two days at the Garden Route Game Lodge.
Yes, the safari features a 4-star overnight stay at Garden Route Game Lodge with dinner and breakfast included.
Yes, the tour includes a stop at Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, and the Cape Agulhas lighthouse.
Whale watching is best from June to November during the tour’s stop in Hermanus on the coastal route.
Dinner and breakfast are included during the overnight stay at the Garden Route Game Lodge.
Yes, transportation is provided from Cape Town throughout the 2-day Garden Route safari experience.
Travel time from Cape Town to Garden Route Game Lodge is approximately 4 to 5 hours, including stops along the coastal route.
No prior safari experience is required; the tour is suitable for first-time and experienced wildlife enthusiasts.

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