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Garden Route Tour to Cape Town [5-days] :Port Elizabeth
The Heads, Garden Route
A 5-day safari tour from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Discover wildlife and indigenous forests, taste local wine, canoe, hike, and visit the beaches
5-Day Guided Garden Route Wildlife and Coastal Tour
This 5-day guided tour travels from Addo Elephant National Park to Cape Town, ideal for wildlife and nature enthusiasts seeking ethical safaris, coastal scenery, and cultural experiences.
Highlights
- Ethical wildlife safari at a private game reserve
- Explore Tsitsikamma National Park and Garden Route coastline
- Visit Cango Caves and drive through Swartberg Pass
- See African penguins and seasonal whale watching in Hermanus
- High chance of encountering the African Big Five
Description
Begin with a morning safari in Addo Elephant National Park, searching for elephants, lions, and buffalo. In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset game drive at Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve with close wildlife encounters, including the Big Five. Overnight accommodation is available in the Addo area.
On day two, travel along the Garden Route to Tsitsikamma National Park. Explore indigenous forests and the Storms River Suspension Bridge before visiting Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Heads. Optional adventure activities like bungee jumping and zip-lining are available but not included. Overnight stay in Knysna.
Days three and four take you to Oudtshoorn, the 'Ostrich Capital of the World,' with a visit to a working ostrich farm. Explore the limestone formations of Cango Caves and drive through Swartberg Pass, known for its dramatic landscapes. Overnight stays are in Oudtshoorn and Mossel Bay.
The final day covers Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Continue to Stony Point Nature Reserve to observe African penguins, then travel to Hermanus for seasonal land-based whale watching. Return to Cape Town or Stellenbosch in the evening.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off within 10 km radius of Cape Town and Stellenbosch
- Professional local tour guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned minivan transport
- 4 nights quality accommodation based on package selection
- Daily meals: 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Excludes
- Extra meals
- Optional Tsitsikamma waterfall zipline (approx. R500)
- Optional surfing or beach horse-riding (approx. R500 each)
- Optional Bloukrans Bridge bungy and zipline (approx. R1,600)
- Optional Buffelsdrift glamping upgrade (from R2,000 per person)
- Optional elephant observation in nature (approx. R650)
- Tips
Accommodation
- Jeffrey's Bay: Island Vibe (Backpacker), Sea Whisper (3-star Comfort), or Luxury package options. Beach Guesthouse or similar.
- Sedgefield/Knysna: Pili Pili Backpackers (Backpacker), The Rex (Comfort), Protea Hotel Knysna or similar (Luxury).
- Oudtshoorn: Uthando Backpackers (Backpacker), 88 van Rheede Guesthouse (3-star Comfort), Hlangana Lodge or similar (4-star Luxury).
- Mossel Bay: Oceans Manor on the Beach or Protea Hotel Marriott Mossel Bay.
Accommodations are subject to availability; similar-standard alternatives may be provided.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure preferred accommodation and optional activities. Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera. The best time to visit is during whale season (June to November) for whale watching opportunities.
