Cape Town - Hermanus - Cape Agulhas - Arniston

Garden Route - Start with a morning pick-up from your accommodation in central Cape Town or Stellenbosch.

Hermanus - Set out from Cape Town, expectant for the day ahead with a guaranteed window seat and the promise of many awe-inspiring moments to come. You’ll head along the spectacular Clarence Drive, winding along the coastal road and marvelling at the dramatic twists where the ocean meets the mountain slopes. The view changes with each turn, revealing more of the silhouettes ahead and exposing the vast expanse of False Bay as the ocean stretches out before you. The coastal beauty continues as you meander towards the little hamlet of Hermanus, known around the world for its unparalleled land-based whale watching between July-December. You’ll enjoy the magnificent surrounding scenery and the quaint streets of Hermanus with a hearty lunch at a local eatery. Nearby, local stallholders offer a selection of African wares for shopaholics, and so eat your heart out as you browse and marvel over the local bric-a-brac.

Cape Agulhas - Southernmost Tip of Africa - From the fynbos lined paths of Hermanus, head on to overnight at Cape Agulhas - the southernmost point of Africa and the very spot where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans collide. Whist eagle-eyed visitors look for a discernible difference between the two oceans, most visitors will make the pilgrimage to the official plaque and take the requisite photo with one foot on each side of the ocean or for those that dare to brave the cooler Atlantic currents, in the water. Indulge in an included local seafood dinner and prepare to be blown away by the unique flavours that have been perfected by generations.

Cape Agulhas - Botlierskop - Knysna

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - After a leisurely morning soaking in the ocean air, you’ll set course for an exhilarating afternoon at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve, traversing vast hills in search of some members of the African Big 5. Hidden between Mossel bay and George along the esteemed Garden Route, this 4200 hectare private reserve with sprawling views of the Outeniqua mountains and the Indian Ocean is the epitome of safari excellence. Home to four of the Big Five, Botlierskop offers a host of unrivalled wild animal viewing options. After lunch, you’ll head out on a custom fitted 4x4 vehicle with a knowledgeable ranger; you can expect wild encounters with giraffes, honey badgers, Cape mountain zebra, vervet monkeys, hippos, waterbuck and the rare and endangered white rhinoceros. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of Africa’s apex predators, the lions!

Knysna Heads - As the sun begins to wane, you’ll continue on to the eclectically quirky town of Knysna, famed for sensational coastal views, rare oysters and a bustling waterfront scene. This jewel of the Garden Route lazes on the edge of the lagoon, and the Knysna Heads - a pair of rocky sandstone cliffs - highlight the meeting place between the town’s lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Dinner can be enjoyed from the Eastern Head, affording you a breathtaking view and the chance to sample some world-famous Knysna oysters if you please!

Wilderness - Klein Karoo - Oudtshoorn

Wilderness National Park - Enticed by the crisp morning air and fresh ocean scents, you will have a morning at leisure to drink in the surrounds and sneak in a little shopping at the Knysna Waterfront if you so desire. A gem of the Garden Route, and a picture perfect representation of its essence; the Wilderness National Park awaits you next for a back-to-nature immersive hike. The Park’s lush terrestrial landscapes will transport you to a Garden of Eden type paradise as you follow the gentle hiking paths along reed lined banks covered by dense forest canopies. Keep your eyes peeled and your ears open for colourful Kingfisher’s flitting and feeding around the water’s edge or the region’s famous, but rare Knsyna loerie with its green plumage and dark red wing feathers.

Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - Activities - From the lush Garden Route to the vast arid plains of the Klein Karoo, your journey over the Outeniqua Mountain Pass really shows off our magnificent country of contrasts as the scenery changes before your eyes. Reach Buffelsdrift, a private game lodge on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn, for a serene sunset bush drive. With the wind in your hair and a private ranger at the wheel, you’ll learn about the natural landscape in the Karoo and the critters that call it home; look out for buffalo, giraffe, kudu, porcupine, caracals, meerkats, aardvark, honey badgers and foxes.

Route 62 - Cape Town

• Botlierskop 4x4 Safari Group Game Drive
• Wind Along Clarence Drive Road Trip
• Route 62 Viljoensdrift River Cruise + Wine Tasting
• Wilderness National Park Explore
• Reach The Tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Buffelsdrift Group 4x4 Bush Drive

• Other meals, drinks and optionals not mentioned
• Personal Travel Insurance

This tour is a rich tapestry of experiences, featuring some of South Africa’s most breathtaking coastal vistas paired with the unique charm of the Garden Route, and culminates with an adventurous exploration along Route 62. It’s a comprehensive journey into this slice of heaven. You’ll meander along gorgeous seafront roads, taking in vast seascapes framed by towering mountains; savour local culinary delights that capture the unique taste of South Africa; envelop yourself in the sounds of the wilderness at Buffelsdrift and Botlierskop Private Game Reserves and share in the exhilaration of spotting wildlife on safari.

The tour runs on set days and is designed for the discerning traveller who isn’t after a rushed (snap a pic & go) adventure, but rather enjoys the notion of exploring in a small, intimate group. The tour size is kept to a maximum of 8 individuals, ensuring everyone enjoys a window view during private transfers and remains part of a compact group on safari.

• Please note that this tour is subject to minimums. A minimum of 2 persons need to be booked to confirm a departure date or a single supplement will be charged additionally.
• If it’s canceled because the minimum bookings required isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers.
• The itinerary guideline listed may be in a different order based on activity and accommodation availability.

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.