Garden Route Uncovered
Experience the beauty of the Garden Route.
Scheduled Small Group Tour
Duration: 5 days
Overview
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Discover the splendour of the Garden Route, the most picturesque coastline area in South Africa. Travel west toward Knysna, which is surrounded by a stunning lagoon, and the Tsitsikamma Forest. Discover famous locations like the Cango Caves and a functioning ostrich farm when you go to Oudtshoorn over the Outeniqua Pass. Continue on through the "Little Karoo" to Hermanus, a popular spot to see whales during certain seasons, before concluding your trip in Cape Town.
Included
- 1 dinner
- 1 lunch
- 4 breakfasts
- Porterage
- Accommodation
- Professional English-speaking Guide
- Transportation
- Sightseeing
Important information
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts in Port Elizabeth and ends in Cape Town. Pick-up details will be provided upon confirmation.
What are the departure dates for 2025?
July: 12, 26
August: 9, 23, 30
September: 13, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
December: 13
August: 9, 23, 30
September: 13, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
December: 13
What accommodation is included?
3* Tsitsikamma Village Inn (Log Cabins East) or similar x 1 night
4* Rex Hotel (standard room) or similar x 1 night
4* Hlangana Lodge (standard room) or similar x 1 night
4* Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel (standard room) or similar x 1 night
4* Rex Hotel (standard room) or similar x 1 night
4* Hlangana Lodge (standard room) or similar x 1 night
4* Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel (standard room) or similar x 1 night
Are meals included?
Yes.
Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4–5: Breakfast daily
Day 1: No meals included
Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4–5: Breakfast daily
Day 1: No meals included
Is the tour guided throughout?
Yes. A knowledgeable local guide accompanies the group throughout the entire journey, except for any optional activities.
What optional experiences are offered?
Meerkat Safari in Oudtshoorn (Day 4) – optional, own account, weather permitting
Farm school visit in Barrydale (Day 4) – included, subject to school schedule
Farm school visit in Barrydale (Day 4) – included, subject to school schedule
What is “Travel with a Purpose”?
This tour includes socially responsible elements, such as:
Supporting meerkat conservation via Buffelsdrift Foundation
Contributing to local education via the Barrydale Farm School Development Fund
Supporting meerkat conservation via Buffelsdrift Foundation
Contributing to local education via the Barrydale Farm School Development Fund
How much driving is involved each day?
Day 1: 190 km
Day 2: 100 km
Day 3: 210 km
Day 4: 365 km
Day 5: 160 km
Day 2: 100 km
Day 3: 210 km
Day 4: 365 km
Day 5: 160 km
What should I pack?
Comfortable walking shoes, warm layers (even in summer), sunscreen, a hat, rain jacket, and a camera.
Is whale watching included?
Whale watching in Hermanus is not a formal activity on the itinerary, but land-based sightings are possible from July to November.