Garden Route Tour to Cape Town [5-days] :Port Elizabeth

5-Day Guided Garden Route Safari and Coastal Tour in Eastern Cape

This 5-day guided tour combines ethical wildlife safaris, national parks, scenic mountain passes, and coastal experiences from Addo Elephant Park to Cape Town. Suitable for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking immersive exploration.

Highlights

• Ethical wildlife safari experience at a private game reserve
• Explore Tsitsikamma National Park and the Garden Route coastline
• Discover the Cango Caves and scenic Swartberg Pass
• See African penguins and enjoy seasonal whale watching in Hermanus
• High chances of encountering the African Big Five

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Addo Safari
Start the day with a guided morning safari in Addo Elephant National Park, seeking elephants, lions, buffalo, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset safari at Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve, known for close wildlife encounters, including lions and other Big Five species. Overnight accommodation is available in the Addo area.

Day 2: Tsitsikamma National Park & Knysna Lagoon
Travel along the Garden Route to Tsitsikamma National Park. Explore indigenous forests and the coastline, including a walk to Storms River Suspension Bridge. Continue to Knysna to visit the Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Heads, followed by free time at the waterfront. Overnight stay in Knysna. Optional activities (not included) are Bloukrans Bridge bungee jumping and zip-lining in Tsitsikamma.

Day 3 & 4: Oudtshoorn & Cango Caves
Drive about 100 km to Oudtshoorn. Visit a working ostrich farm focused on conservation and education. Explore the Cango Caves with their extensive limestone formations. The following day, travel through the scenic Swartberg Pass, offering panoramic mountain views. Overnight stays are in Oudtshoorn and Mossel Bay.

Day 5: Cape Agulhas, Penguins & Hermanus
Travel approximately 400 km along the coast to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa where two oceans meet. Visit Stony Point Nature Reserve to see African penguins in their natural habitat. Then proceed to Hermanus, noted for land-based whale watching during the season, before returning to Cape Town or Stellenbosch in the evening.

Includes

• Pickup and drop-off from accommodation within a 10 km radius of Cape Town and Stellenbosch
• Professional local tour guide
• Comfortable air-conditioned minivan transport
• 4 nights of quality, carefully selected accommodation (varies by package)
• Daily meals: 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners included

Excludes

• Extra meals
• Optional Tsitsikamma waterfall zipline (approx. R500)
• Optional surfing or beach horseback riding (approx. R500 each)
• Optional bungy and zipline at Bloukrans Bridge (approx. R1,600)
• Optional Buffelsdrift glamping upgrade (from R2,000 per person, subject to availability)
• Optional elephant observation in nature (approx. R650)
• Tips

Accommodation Information

• Jeffrey’s Bay: Island Vibe (Backpacker package), Sea Whisper (3-star Comfort), or Luxury package options including Beach Guesthouse or similar
• Sedgefield/Knysna: Pili Pili Backpackers (Backpacker), The Rex (Comfort), or Protea Hotel Knysna / similar (Luxury)
• Oudtshoorn: Uthando Backpackers (Backpacker), 88 van Rheede Guesthouse (3-star Comfort), or Hlangana Lodge / similar (4-star Luxury)
• Mossel Bay: Oceans Manor on the Beach or Protea Hotel Marriott Mossel Bay

Accommodation is subject to availability; similar-standard alternatives will be provided as needed.

Cancellation Policy

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

Booking Tips

Book during whale season in Hermanus for optimal wildlife viewing. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. Confirm specific optional activities in advance and check weather conditions for outdoor excursions.