The Garden Route
The Garden Route is a popular self-drive scenic stretch of the southern coast of South Africa. It runs parallel to a coastline dotted with mountains, beaches, bays, lakes, rivers, indigenous forests and vividly colored wild flowers. Such spectacular scenery coupled with a mild climate is a fine mix of “African” activity and guarantees an unforgettable holiday experience for the family.
- Accommodation in some of the finest hotels/lodges.
- Explore the vibrant and picturesque city of Cape Town.
- Enjoy fine wine tasting in Stellenbosch, the premier center for some of the world’s best wines in South Africa.
- Visit an Ostrich farm.
- Game drives to view wildlife activity.
Day 1
Arrive Cape Town
Upon arrival in to Cape Town, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight at Table Bay Hotel (Superior Luxury Family Room).
Day 2
Cape Town (B)
This morning enjoy a half day tour of Cape Town, South Africa’s ‘Mother City’, including a trip to Table Mountain for spectacular views. The afternoon is at leisure.
Overnight at Table Bay Hotel (Superior Luxury Family Room).
Day 3
Cape Town / Stellenbosch (B)
After breakfast and a short briefing, leave Cape Town and travel a short distance to Stellenbosch. On the way, stop at a wine farm to sample some regional wine.
You can visit the Cheetah Breeding project to admire these beautiful animals. Enjoy hiking and jogging through the vinyards and pristine mountain fynboss and cellar tours with wine tastings at the Eikendal winery.
Overnight at Eikendal Lodge (Luxury Junior Suite).
Day 4
Stellenbosch / Robertson (B)
Drive in to the quaint town of Robertson which is one of the most highly desirable wine tourism experiences, with a wide diversity of activities and experiences, as well as well-attended annual festivals. This picturesque wine route is a visual feast with its landscape of roads fringed by a kaleidoscopic array of flowers, trees and vineyards. Through the Valley, winds the source of life – the Breede River – sustaining it all.
Overnight at Robertson Small Hotel (Family Suite).
Day 5
Robertson / Oudtshoorn (B)
Travel to Oudtshoorn. The Cango Caves are half an hour from the Guest House. They are one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculptured by nature through the ages.
You can also visit the Mooiplaas Ostrich Farm. The tour takes about 1 – 1.5 hours.
Overnight at Mooiplaas Guesthouse (Family Suite).
Day 6
Oudtshoorn / Knysna (B)
Return to the coast via some lovely country roads to Knysna. Day trips to Plettenbert Bay can be booked at the Lodge. Canoeing, hiking and the lagoon cruise are options to look at.
Overnight at Elephant Hide (Standard Room).
Day 7
Knysna (B)
Whale Watching and Tree Top Canopy Tours to Fly Fishing in the picturesque Outeniqua Mountains can also be booked at the Lodge.
Overnight at Elephant Hide (Standard Room).
Day 8
Kysna / Kenton-on-Sea (B/L/D)
Travel to Kenton-on-Sea. Keep your binoculars, cameras and video recorders to capture the stunning close-up sightings of lion, elephant and other wild game as well as dramatic African vistas. You may want to go out on the exciting night drives to view nocturnal wildlife activity, so bring warm clothes (particularly in the colder months from May to September).
Overnight at Kariega Main Lodge (Family Chalet).
Day 9
Kenton-on-Sea (B/L/D)
Free to enjoy activities at the Lodge.
Overnight at Kariega Main Lodge (Family Chalet).
Day 10
Kenton-on-Sea / Departure (B)
This morning you will be transferred to Port Elizabeth airport for your departure flight.
- Meet and greet on arrival at Airport.
- Accommodation and meals as indicated in the itinerary (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner).
- Entrance fees where applicable.
- Tours as indicated in the itinerary.
- Professional English-speaking guide/driver guide.
- Transfers
- Travel Protection is offered on all packages at an additional cost.
Table Bay Hotel
Cape Town
Robertson Small Hotel
Robertson
Eikendal Lodge
Stellenbosch
Mooiplaas Guesthouse
Oudtshoorn
