6-Day Garden Route Private Explorer

• A transfer from the airport is not included. You can use a taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Cape Town to Oudtshoorn via Route 62

Your Garden Route adventure begins with collection from your Cape Town hotel or Cape Town International Airport.

Travel along the famous Route 62, regarded as one of South Africa's most scenic routes, passing vineyards, mountain passes and charming country towns.

Arrive in Oudtshoorn, the Ostrich Capital of the World, where you'll explore the magnificent Cango Caves, one of Africa's largest limestone cave systems featuring spectacular stalactites and underground chambers.

Enjoy dinner before relaxing at your beautiful country lodge.

Driving Time

Cape Town → Oudtshoorn

Approximately 5–6 Hours

Accommodation

De Opstal Country Lodge
(or similar luxury country lodge)

Meals

Dinner

Included Experiences
Scenic Route 62 Drive
Cango Caves Guided Tour.

Main Destination:

Oudtshoorn (Garden Route)

Accommodation:

De Opstal Country Lodge

• Mid-range guest house located in Oudtshoorn (Garden Route)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Oudtshoorn to Tsitsikamma Ostrich Experience & Forest Adventure

After breakfast, visit one of Oudtshoorn's famous working ostrich farms, where you'll learn about the fascinating history and farming of the world's largest bird.

Continue east through spectacular mountain scenery towards Tsitsikamma National Park, one of South Africa's most beautiful protected coastal forests.

Arrive in the afternoon and relax among towering indigenous trees and the sounds of nature.

Driving Time

Oudtshoorn → Tsitsikamma

Approximately 3½–4 Hours

Accommodation

Tsitsikamma Village Inn
(or similar)

Meals

Breakfast

Included Experiences
Ostrich Farm Tour
Scenic Garden Route Drive
Optional Experiences
Local Craft Markets
Forest Nature Walk
Spa Treatments.

Main Destination:

Tsitsikamma Section of Garden Route NP (Garden Route NP)

Accommodation:

Tsitsikamma Village Inn

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Tsitsikamma (Garden Route NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Discover Tsitsikamma National Park

Spend the day exploring one of South Africa's most spectacular national parks.

Walk through ancient indigenous forests to the famous Storms River Suspension Bridge, where dramatic cliffs meet the Indian Ocean.

Enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery while discovering unique fynbos vegetation, birdlife and marine ecosystems.

The afternoon is yours to relax or participate in optional outdoor adventures.

Accommodation

Tsitsikamma Village Inn

Meals

Breakfast

Included Experiences
Storms River Mouth
Suspension Bridge Walk
Indigenous Forest Walks
Coastal Hiking Trails
Optional Experiences
Kayaking & Lilo Adventure
Canopy Zipline Tour
Blackwater Tubing
Mountain Biking
Guided Forest Walk.

Main Destination:

Tsitsikamma Section of Garden Route NP (Garden Route NP)

Accommodation:

Tsitsikamma Village Inn

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Tsitsikamma (Garden Route NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Tsitsikamma to Knysna Adventure & Wildlife

Today offers a variety of exciting optional experiences before continuing to the beautiful lagoon town of Knysna.

Adventure enthusiasts can experience the famous Bloukrans Bridge Bungy Jump, the world's highest commercial bridge bungee jump.

Alternatively, visit the award-winning Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary, Birds of Eden, or, in season, enjoy an unforgettable whale watching cruise along the Garden Route coastline.

Arrive at your luxury accommodation in Knysna during the afternoon.

Driving Time

Tsitsikamma → Knysna

Approximately 1½ Hours

Accommodation

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
(or similar luxury hotel)

Meals

Breakfast
Optional Experiences
Bloukrans Bungy Jump
Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
Birds of Eden
Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary
Whale Watching (Seasonal: July–November)
Ocean Safari
Skydiving.

Main Destination:

Knysna (Garden Route)

Accommodation:

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

• Luxury hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Explore Knysna The Jewel of the Garden Route

Enjoy a leisurely day discovering the beauty and charm of Knysna.

Take a scenic cruise across the lagoon to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, visit the spectacular Knysna Heads, browse boutique shops at the vibrant waterfront, or simply relax at one of the town's excellent cafés and restaurants.

Knysna offers something for every traveller, from outdoor adventures to gourmet dining and cultural experiences.

Accommodation

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Meals

Breakfast

Optional Experiences
Featherbed Eco Experience
Knysna Lagoon Cruise
Oyster Tasting
Knysna Heads Viewpoint
Golf at Pezula
Spa Treatments
Township Cultural Tour
Forest Horse Riding
Cycling Trails
Sunset Cruise.

Main Destination:

Knysna (Garden Route)

Accommodation:

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

• Luxury hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Knysna to Cape Town Via Mossel Bay & Swellendam

After breakfast, begin your return journey along the spectacular Garden Route.

Travel through the historic coastal town of Mossel Bay, where you may visit the famous Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex, before continuing through the charming heritage town of Swellendam, one of South Africa's oldest settlements.

Arrive back in Cape Town during the late afternoon.

Alternatively, guests may choose to conclude their tour in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) for onward ftransfer or extended travel.

Driving Time

To Cape Town: Approximately 6 Hours

To Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth): Approximately 3½ Hours

Meals

Breakfast

Luxury Accommodation
De Opstal Country Lodge (1 Night)
Tsitsikamma Village Inn (2 Nights)
Knysna Hollow Country Estate (2 Nights).

Main Destination:

Swellendam (Town)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport is not included. You can use a taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself.