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5 | Excellent
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| Duration | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 676 |
| Price Per Day | $ 85 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
| Description |
The ultimate Western Cape, Garden Route to Eastern Cape experience. Explore the winding roads from Cape to Addo with stops to discover the must-see spots between Cape Point, Cape Winelands to Cape Agulhas, Oudshoorn, Wilderness, Tsitsikamma and Jeffreys' Bay, set against a backdrop of awe-inspiring scenic wonders, blessed with abundant wildlife, wine farms and pristine sandy beaches. |
Day 1 : Cape Town – Stellenbosch
Early morning PICKUP
from your accommodation in Cape Town CBD or Stellenbosch.
Hout Bay
Wander around craft markets or chill at the beach on this working harbour.
Duiker Island Cruise
(Optional with extra cost) Boat trip journey to a large colony of Cape fur seals.
Chapman's Peak Drive
Spectacular drive along the Peninsula.
Cape Of Good Hope Reserve
Observe wildlife in a fynbos landscape.
Cape Point - Africa's most south-westerly point.
Overnight In Stellenbosch - Enjoy the campus nightlife.
Day 2 : Stellenbosch – Cape Agulhas
Kayamandi Township
A guided walking tour in this vibrant township.
Wine Tasting with Cheese & Chocolate Pairing
Visit to some of the popular wine estates that are scattered around the Western Cape towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Sample some of the country’s most acclaimed wines, pairing them with locally produced cheeses and even chocolate!
Franschhoek
- Lunch stop.
Cape Agulhas
Travel to the most southern tip of Africa.
Overnight In Cape Agulhas*
Day 3 : Cape Agulhas – Cape Town
Choose how you want to spend your morning: Just explore Hermanus, or choose to go shark cage diving in Gansbaai with a stop over in Hermanus afterwards.
Shark Cage Dive
(Optional with extra cost) The brave at heart rise early to go cage diving with the Great White sharks.
Hermanus
Enjoy the morning in this laid-back coastal town. Have a 'whale' of a time at this spectacular land-based whale watching spot. (Whale season Jun-Nov)
Betty's Bay Penguin Reserve
Get close to a colony of over 5000 African penguins in their natural habitat.
Clarence Drive
Scenic route along the False Bay coastline.
Overnight In Cape Town
- Relax at your accommodation or nightlife at pubs & clubs in town. (at your own leisure & unguided)
Day 4 : Cape Town – Sedgefield
Wilderness Canoe
18km of beaches cooled by sea spray, five lakes, five rivers and two estuaries, Wilderness is one of nature's jewels in the crown and a protected National Park. Canoe on the Wilderness lagoon and watch the bird life while gliding over the water in a pure encounter with nature.
Lion Walk
(Optional with extra cost) Walk alongside Africa's most majestic predator. Interact with young lions on foot. The walk take approximately one hour to complete - depending on how fast the lions are prepared to stroll. No leashes or collars, but supervised by expert handlers.
Myoli Beach
An undiscovered beach paradise, perfect for swim or surf in the warmer Indian ocean.
Overnight At Sedgefield area
Day 5 : Sedgefield – Jeffreysbay
Knysna
Nestled between forested mountains, sea and curving around a big lagoon, we visit THE HEADS- where the sea crashes through these two massive sandstone cliffs.
Waterfall Zipline
The eight slides, of which the longest is 211m, zigzag along cables across the river gorge, as high as 50m above the water in some places. (Optional with extra cost). If you don't want to do the zipline experience, then you can go for a walk in the forest.
Tsitsikamma National Park
Spend time in paradise as we explore the marine reserve with its unique combination of dramatic coastal and forest landscape
Bloukrans Bungy Jump
Face your fear and jump from the world's highest bungy jump or watch the adrenaline junkies as they scream through the air. (Optional with extra cost)
Overnight In Jeffreys Bay area
Day 6 : Jeffreys Bay – Addo
±2 hour Game Drive (in tour bus) in Addo National Park
the third largest national park in South Africa, a world of diversity; varied landscapes, fauna and flora. The lush vegetation provides protection and a rich food source supporting the most dense population of wild elephants on the planet. Today this finely tuned ecosystem is sanctuary to over 500 elephants and also lions, buffalo, black rhino, spotted hyena, a variety of antelope and zebra and other species.
extra 2 Hour Game Drive in 4x4 vehicle
with game ranger in Addo Elephant National Park. (Optional with extra cost).
Beach Time & Shopping in J'bay
Go for a quick surf or just chill out at the beach. The backpackers hire out surf boards and wetsuits at extra cost, or shop at surfwear factory shops for excellent deals on well known labels.
Overnight In Jeffreys Bay area
Day 7 : Jeffreys Bay – Oudtshoorn
Ostrich Farm Visit
Tour a working ostrich farm. Learn about the flightless, tallest and heaviest bird in the world.
Cango Caves
These caves are an illuminated wonderland of subterranean magic and mystery, with passageways and chambers meandering far below. The tour will explore the narrow passages and vast halls filled with colorful ancient stalactites.
Overnight In Oudtshoorn
Day 8 : Oudtshoorn – Cape Town
Elephant Experience
(Optional with extra cost) Fall in love with these orphaned, gentle and lovable gaints. Learn about their background and behaviour as you touch, feed and even experience the exhilarating adventure of an elephant back ride. ( ±45 minute experience, including a 10 min ride )
Cango Wildlife Ranch
A sanctuary to some of the world's most endangered animals and contribute to conservation of over 60 species. Get the opportunity to personal 'Animal Encounters' - touch cheetahs or even dive with Nile crocodiles! (all optional activities - with extra costs)
Route 62
Along South Africa's famous country road you'll capture the beauty of high mountains, twisting passes, rugged Karoo plains, vineyards and orchards.
Late evening Drop-Off ( between ±6 to 9pm )
at your initial address in Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Somerset West or Strand areas
