Port Elizabeth: 7-Day Garden Route Tour to Cape Town

Embark on a 7-day journey from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Enjoy a safari, explore Tsitsikamma, visit the Cango Caves, and experience the Cape Winelands and Table Mountain.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of a 4-hour safari in Schotia Private Game Reserve
  • Walk along the Storms River Suspension Bridge in Tsitsikamma
  • Explore the Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn
  • Enjoy whale watching in Hermanus and wine tasting in the Winelands
  • Ascend Table Mountain and explore the Cape of Good Hope in Cape Town

Description

Embark on a 7-day journey along South Africa’s Garden Route, blending wildlife, adventure, culture, and coastal beauty. Begin in Port Elizabeth and end in Cape Town. On day 1, start with a 4-hour safari in Schotia Private Game Reserve, one of the best places to spot free-roaming lions. Enjoy close-up encounters with Africa’s iconic wildlife in a pristine natural setting. Afterwards, return to Port Elizabeth for a 2-hour guided city tour, exploring historical landmarks, coastal viewpoints, and the city’s rich cultural heritage. On day 2, travel to the lush forests and dramatic coastline of Tsitsikamma National Park. Enjoy a guided walk along forested paths to the famous Storms River Suspension Bridge, offering spectacular views of the gorge and ocean. Optional activities are available, including zip-lining, kayaking, or waterfall hikes. On day 3, journey inland to the Klein Karoo’s capital, Oudtshoorn. Visit a working ostrich farm, learning about the world’s largest bird up close. Next, explore the magnificent Cango Caves, famous for vast chambers and limestone formations. On day 4, drive to the coastal town of Hermanus, one of the best whale-watching destinations on earth. In season (June–November), enjoy land-based whale watching, often spotting southern right whales from just a few meters away. On day 5, continue to the picturesque Cape Winelands. Visit Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, celebrated for world-class wines, Cape Dutch architecture, and rolling vineyard landscapes. Enjoy wine tastings at hand-picked estates. On day 6, explore the vibrant City of Cape Town. Weather permitting, ascend Table Mountain by cable car for panoramic views of the city, coastline, and surrounding peaks. Spend the afternoon at the lively V&A Waterfront, filled with restaurants, shops, markets, and harbor views. On day 7, discover the rugged beauty of the Cape Peninsula. Travel along scenic coastal roads to Cape Point and the legendary Cape of Good Hope, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Optional visits include Boulders Beach to see the African penguin colony and Chapman’s Peak Drive if time permits.

Includes

Bed & Breakfast Guided safari in Schotia Game Reserve Guided city tour in Port Elizabeth Guided walk in Tsitsikamma National Park Visit to ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn Visit to Cango Caves Land-based whale watching in Hermanus (seasonal) Wine tastings in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch Visit to Table Mountain Visit to V&A Waterfront Cape of Good Hope & Peninsula Tour

Important Information

  • Optional activities are available at additional cost

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Directions

Gallery

Check availability

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Eastern Cape.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Eastern Cape is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in Eastern Cape

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Eastern Cape