Private Oudtshoorn Full Day Tour

Greater Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route

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Discover the enchanting town of Oudtshoorn on this full-day tour, where you'll explore the captivating Cango Caves, visit an ostrich farm, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Swartberg Pass.

Garden Route Full-Day Cango Caves, Ostrich Farm & Wildlife Ranch Tour

This full-day tour from the Garden Route suits nature and wildlife enthusiasts interested in caves, ostriches, and endangered species encounters.

Highlights

  • Explore the Cango Caves with expert guides uncovering natural formations.
  • Visit an ostrich farm and see how these birds are raised, with the chance to stand on an egg.
  • Drive through the scenic Swartberg Pass with expansive views.
  • Discover diverse animals at the Cango Wildlife Ranch, including close encounters with cheetahs, tiger cubs, and pythons.
  • Receive local and historical insights from skilled, friendly guides.

Description

This tour begins with a drive through George and the Outeniqua Mountains past Oudtshoorn, arriving at the Cango Caves—a series of dripstone caverns featuring vast halls of stalagmites formed over millennia.

Next, visit an ostrich farm to learn about these distinctive birds and experience standing on an ostrich egg.

Enjoy lunch at Jemima's Restaurant in Oudtshoorn (lunch is at your own expense).

After lunch, visit the Cango Wildlife Ranch, a breeding facility for endangered species, where you can physically interact with some animals on this upgraded tour option.

Please note that rates may change due to fuel increases, and a surcharge fee could apply even after confirmation.

Includes

  • All entrance fees
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel or guest house in and around the Garden Route
  • Lunch is not included and is at your own expense

Excludes

  • Additional expenses and items
  • Lunch costs

Cancellation Policy

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

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and water. Morning departures provide cooler temperatures for cave exploration and wildlife viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes guided exploration of the Cango Caves, visits to an ostrich farm, a drive through the Swartberg Pass, and animal encounters at the Cango Wildlife Ranch.

The Cango Caves are situated near Oudtshoorn and are a key stop on this full-day tour from the Garden Route.

Yes, the tour includes visiting the Cango Wildlife Ranch where you can have safe, close encounters with animals like cheetahs, tiger cubs, and pythons.

The tour lasts a full day, usually around 8 to 10 hours, covering multiple locations around Oudtshoorn from the Garden Route.

Yes, the tour is family-friendly with educational stops at the ostrich farm and wildlife ranch that appeal to all ages.

Yes, you can see how ostriches are raised and even have the chance to stand on an ostrich egg at the ostrich farm.

The tour can be booked year-round; check the operator’s website for current availability and hours.

Walking through the Cango Caves involves some uneven surfaces and narrow passages but is manageable for most people in good health.

Since it's a private tour, you can often request changes to the itinerary; confirm options with the tour operator.

Yes, transportation between locations including the Garden Route, Oudtshoorn, and surrounding sites is provided as part of the tour.

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