Port Elizabeth: 5-Days Garden Route Tour to Cape Town
The Heads, Cape Town
A 5-day safari tour from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Discover wildlife and indigenous forests, taste local wine, canoe, hike, and visit the beaches
5-Day Ethical Garden Route Safari from Addo to Cape Town
This 5-day guided tour from Addo to Cape Town offers ethical wildlife safaris, coastal exploration, and scenic mountain passes, ideal for nature and wildlife enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Ethical wildlife safari at a private game reserve
- Explore Tsitsikamma National Park and the Garden Route coastline
- Discover the Cango Caves and scenic Swartberg Pass
- See African penguins and enjoy seasonal whale watching in Hermanus
- High chance of encountering the African Big Five
Description
Begin your South African safari with a guided morning game drive in Addo Elephant National Park, spotting elephants, lions, buffalo, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset safari at Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve where close wildlife encounters are common. Rest overnight in the Addo area.
On day two, travel along the Garden Route to Tsitsikamma National Park. Explore the coastline, indigenous forests, and walk to Storms River Suspension Bridge for ocean views. Continue to Knysna to visit the lagoon and Knysna Heads, followed by leisure time at the waterfront. Overnight in Knysna.
Days three and four focus on Oudtshoorn and the Cango Caves. Visit a conservation-focused ostrich farm and explore limestone formations in the caves. Then, drive through the Swartberg Pass, notable for dramatic mountain landscapes. Overnight stays are in Oudtshoorn and Mossel Bay.
On the final day, travel approximately 400 km to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of Africa, then visit Stony Point Nature Reserve to see African Penguins. Continue to Hermanus for seasonal land-based whale watching before returning to Cape Town or Stellenbosch in the evening.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from accommodations within 10 km of Cape Town and Stellenbosch
- Professional local tour guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned minivan transport
- Four nights quality accommodation, selected based on package
- Daily meals: 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Excludes
- Extra meals beyond those included
- Optional Tsitsikamma waterfall zipline (approx. R500)
- Optional surfing or beach horse-riding (approx. R500 each)
- Optional bungy and zipline at Bloukrans Bridge (approx. R1,600)
- Optional Buffelsdrift glamping upgrade (from R2,000 per person, subject to availability)
- Optional elephant observation experience (approx. R650)
- Tips
Accommodation Details
- Jeffreys Bay: Island Vibe (Backpacker), Sea Whisper (3-star Comfort), or Luxury package options such as Beach Guesthouse
- Sedgefield/Knysna: Pili Pili Backpackers (Backpacker), The Rex (Comfort), or Protea Hotel Knysna / similar (Luxury)
- Oudtshoorn: Uthando Backpackers (Backpacker), 88 van Rheede Guesthouse (3-star Comfort), or Hlangana Lodge / similar (4-star Luxury)
- Mossel Bay: Oceans Manor on the Beach or Protea Hotel Marriott Mossel Bay
Accommodation is subject to availability; similar standard and comfort level alternatives may be used.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book early to secure preferred accommodation and optional activities. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and binoculars for wildlife viewing. The best time for whale watching in Hermanus is from June to November.
