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Magical Garden Route

Cape Town, Garden Route, Port Elizabeth (or vice versa)
(3 days / 2 nights)magical-garden-route

Overview:

This scheduled, escorted tour of the Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth (or vice versa) has been developed to highlight all the principle attractions of the Garden Route.  For those who wish additional days in the Garden Route are available on request.

 

Tour information:

Min / Max Participants:
 Two - Nine
Departure:

Cape Town - Mon, Tue, Thu from Cape Town CBD hotels at 08h30

Port Elizabeth - Thu, Fri, Sun from Port Elizabeth CBD hotels at 08h30
Accommodation:

Upper 3 star hotels
Vehicle: Luxury sedan / Microbus / Quantum
Driver / Guide Services:

Registered driver / guide throughout the tour
Languages: English & German. Other language guides on a private basis only
Flights:

Regional flights available on request

Itinerary:

Day 1: Cape Town/Port Elizabeth - Knysna(BB)

Depart Cape Town via Sir Lowry’s Pass. After travelling the plateau of expansive apple orchards in and around Grabouw, arrive at the charming town of Swellendam and continue through the folded sandstone mountains of the Huis River and Tradouw Passes. Route 62 highlights the true diversity of landscapes and ever changing  semi-desert areas of the Klein Karoo. Pass through the towns of Barrydale and Calitzdorp to Oudtshoorn. Enjoy a hearty dinner (not included)

Protea Hotel Riempie Estate or similar - bed and breakfast


Day 2: Featherbed - Knsyna Elephant Sanctuary (BB)

After breakfast, start the day with a visit to the world famous Cango Caves for a fully guided tour. Time permitting an optional tour of the Crocodile and Cheetah Park is also available. Visit the Safari Ostrich Farm for a glimpse at how a working ostrich farm works. After lunch (not included) continue to George over the Outeniqua Pass. Scenic drive via Dolphin Point to Wilderness and on to South Africa’s “oyster capital” Knysna. Enjoy dinner (not included) at one of the wonderful local restaurants that the Waterfront has to offer.

Protea Hotel Knysna Quays or similar - bed and breakfast


Day 3: Knysna - Cape Town - Port Elizabeth

Departing Knysna we continue via the ‘millionaires playground’ of Plettenberg Bay to the Tsitsikamma Forest area. Remember to keep an eye out for the rare Knysna Loerie when visiting the Big Tree. After lunch (not included) at the scenic Storm’s River Mouth, gaze in awe at the scenery whilst crossing the bridge over the Storm’s River, where photographic opportunities abound. Leaving the Garden Route via the high forests of Tsitsikamma, we arrive in Port Elizabeth for drop off at your hotel or at Port Elizabeth Airport.

 

Best time to visit:

 General - October to April
Flowers - August to November
Whales - July to November
Total distance covered:
 +/- 800 kms
Prices from:
 R6, 515 / person sharing (approx €651)
R715 / single supplement (approx €72)
Rates valid till 31 October 2012
Including:
  • Transport and services of a registered driver-guide
  • 1 night Protea hotel Riempie Estate, B&B
  • 1 night Protea hotel Knsyna Quays, B&B
  • Entrance fees: Conservation fee for Tsitsikamma National Park; Big Tree; Cango Caves, Safari Ostrich
    Farm
Note:
  • Euro equivalents are guidelines only and subject to exchange rate fluctuations

We Recommend:

  • Using Cape Town as a base for pre-tours
  • Extending your Garden Route tour by a night or two
  • A post tour safari in the malaria free Eastern Cape

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