4 Day Private Tour Garden Route Adventure from Cape Town

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Depart from Cape Town at 8am and travel on the R62, the world's longest wine route
2 stops
1
R 62 nel Klein Karoo
Embark on a scenic journey from Cape Town to Oudtshoorn along the renowned R62 Wine Route, one of South Africa’s most picturesque and charming road trips. This route winds through dramatic mountain passes, rolling vineyards, and quaint country towns such as Montagu, Barrydale, and Calitzdorp—each offering its own unique character and opportunities for wine tasting and local cuisine. As you travel through the semi-arid Klein Karoo region, you’ll be treated to stunning landscapes and warm hospitality. The journey culminates in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world and a gateway to natural wonders like the Cango Caves and the Swartberg Mountains.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Cango Caves
Visit Cango Caves. Visit the awe-inspiring Cango Caves, a magnificent underground wonder located just outside Oudtshoorn in the Klein Karoo. This extensive limestone cave system features towering chambers, intricate rock formations, and dramatic stalactites and stalagmites that have been forming over millions of years. Guided tours take visitors through a series of illuminated caverns, revealing natural sculptures with names like Cleopatra’s Needle and the Organ Pipes.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Day 2 depart from Oudtshoorn after breakfast and head to Botlierskop Game Reserve for a game drive
2 stops
3
Botlierskop Tented Lodge
Visit Botlierskop Game Reserve for a game safari. Experience an unforgettable wildlife adventure at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve, located along South Africa’s scenic Garden Route between Mossel Bay and George. Spanning over 4,200 hectares, this malaria-free reserve is home to more than 26 species of animals, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, cheetahs, and hippos, as well as over 200 bird species .
4 hours • Admission ticket included
4
Knysna
Travel from Botlierskop Game Reserve to Knysna. Traveling from Botlierskop Private Game Reserve to Knysna offers a scenic journey through South Africa's renowned Garden Route. The most straightforward option is to drive the approximately 99-kilometer route, which takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes via the N2 highway . This drive provides picturesque views of the Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve and tour of Plettenberg Bay
2 stops
5
Robberg Nature Reserve
We go hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve. Hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve, situated on a rugged peninsula just outside Plettenberg Bay, offers an unforgettable coastal adventure along South Africa’s Garden Route. The reserve features three circular trails of varying lengths and difficulty levels, each starting and ending at the same point, allowing hikers to choose a route that best suits their preferences and fitness levels.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Plettenberg Bay
We tour Plettenberg Bay and visit beaches in Plettenberg Bay. Explore the coastal charm of Plettenberg Bay, a jewel along South Africa’s Garden Route, renowned for its pristine beaches and vibrant marine life. The town boasts six premier Blue Flag beaches, including Robberg 5, Lookout Beach, Keurboomstrand, The Dunes, The Singing Kettle, and Nature's Valley, each offering unique experiences from tranquil sunbathing to adventurous surfing and bodyboarding . Robberg 5 Beach, for instance, is celebrated for its warm, calm waters and gentle waves, making it ideal for swimming and leisurely walks along its 15km stretch.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Visit Hermanus. Wine tasting at Benguela Cove Wine Estate. Visit Bettys Bay to see African Penguins. Travel to Cape Town
4 stops
7
Hermanus
Visit Hermanus to watch Whales (in season). Relax and walk on the Hermanus Cliff Walk area. Visit the coastal town of Hermanus, renowned as one of the world's premier whale-watching destinations. From early June to late November, Southern Right Whales migrate to the sheltered waters of Walker Bay to mate and calve, offering spectacular viewing opportunities from both land and sea. The Hermanus Cliff Path, a 12-kilometer trail stretching from the New Harbour to Grotto Beach, provides numerous vantage points for observing these majestic creatures up close. As you stroll along the path, you'll encounter diverse landscapes, including fynbos vegetation, rocky outcrops, and shaded forested areas, all while enjoying panoramic ocean views. Whether you're an avid hiker or prefer a leisurely walk, the Cliff Path offers a serene and immersive experience in one of South Africa's most picturesque settings.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate
Wine tasting at Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate. Indulge in a refined wine tasting experience at Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate, a premier destination nestled along the scenic R43 between Cape Town and Hermanus. Renowned for its cool-climate, estate-grown wines, the estate offers guided tastings of five premium selections, led by knowledgeable wine ambassadors, all set against the backdrop of panoramic views over the Bot River Lagoon and Atlantic Ocean.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Betty's Bay
Visit Betty's Bay to see African Penguins in their natural habitat. Visit the Stony Point Nature Reserve in Betty's Bay, one of South Africa's premier destinations to observe African penguins in their natural habitat. This reserve hosts a thriving colony of these endangered birds, offering visitors the unique opportunity to watch them up close as they go about their daily activities. A thoughtfully constructed boardwalk meanders through the colony, allowing for intimate viewing experiences without disturbing the penguins.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
10
Cape Town
Travel on the whale Coast from Betty's Bay to Cape Town. Traveling along the Whale Coast Route from Betty’s Bay to Cape Town is a breathtaking journey that winds through one of South Africa’s most scenic coastal stretches. As you depart the peaceful seaside village of Betty’s Bay, home to the famous African penguin colony at Stony Point, the route follows the R44—also known as Clarence Drive—a spectacular coastal road carved into the cliffs between mountains and sea. Along the way, enjoy dramatic views of False Bay, towering fynbos-covered slopes, and hidden beaches that dot the coastline.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• no health restrictions

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