You will be met at your hotel by your representative and depart for the ‘Little Karoo’, travelling via Montagu, a picturesque spa town. Enjoy tea and scones at the only original Art Deco Hotel in South Africa.
Stop off in the town of Barrydale, where you will have the opportunity to visit a local farm school, interact with the children and teachers, spending time with them in the classroom, learning more about this rural community. A portion of the trip monies go towards the Barrydale Farm School Development Fund, that support local education of underprivileged children in rural communities. (The school visit is subject to the school being open).
Sample top quality port style wines in Calitzdorp, before continuing to Oudtshoorn, the ‘ostrich feather capital’ and centre of the world’s Ostrich farming industry.
Enjoy dinner at an Ostrich Farm, dining on local specialities.
Accommodation:
La Plume Guest House or similar
*Dinner included
La Plume Guest House
Nestled amidst lush green grass terraces with vibrant gardens and spectacular views of the Swartberg Mountains and the Olifants River Valley, La Plume welcome guests to a rejuvenating oasis offering an escape from the busy everyday life and crowded spaces on this sustainable ostrich, alfalfa & cattle farm.
After breakfast, take a tour of the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great natural wonders, sculpted by nature through the ages. Return to Oudtshoorn for a fun-filled interactive tractor tour and light lunch at an Ostrich Farm, including local specialities such as Ostrich Steak.
The journey continues over the scenic Outeniqua Pass to George, the administrative hub of the Garden Route area, and then onto Knysna, known as the oyster box of South Africa, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon in the heart of the Garden Route. Along the way, visit the ‘Map of Africa’, an extraordinary viewpoint in Wilderness.
Accommodation:
Rex Hotel or similar
*Breakfast and Lunch included
aha The Rex Hotel
Knysna is a haven of beaches, forests, lakes and sea, and aha The Rex Hotel is one of this coastal town’s most sophisticated accommodation offerings. A warm welcome and timeless elegance ensure guests enjoy a special experience during their stay at aha The Rex Hotel, as we promise superior service and exceptional comfort time and again.
Located on the world-famous Garden Route, aha The Rex Hotel is a celebration of urban style, making it one of the most exhilarating getaway destinations in its class. Expect an eclectic mix of modern and classic comforts that capture the essence of 4-star luxury. The O Bar & Eatery serves Buffet Breakfast daily in a contemporary setting with cuisine that is beautifully presented and prepared using only the freshest ingredients that Knysna has to offer. aha The Rex Hotel offers travellers a gateway to Knysna’s outstanding restaurants, blossoming forests, nature reserves, arts and crafts, and the shores of the serene lagoon.
After a leisurely breakfast, drive through the Tsitsikamma Forests. Explore this breathtaking stretch of the Garden Route, where mountains, indigenous forests, deep gorges, and lush vegetation hug the rugged coastline of cliffs and sandy beaches. Visit the spectacular Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth (weather permitting). In the afternoon you’ll return to Knysna, with a stop in Plettenberg Bay, originally christened "Bahia Formosa" (beautiful bay) by early Portuguese explorers.
Optional Excursion: (at own expense and subject to availability)
***This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience seeks to encourage the greatest community benefit from travel and tourism, while also educating guests about the UN Global Sustainable Development Goals and the local community actions being taken to advance them.
Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary - R 490.00 per person
Birds of Eden Sanctuary - R 490.00 per person
*Combo ticket - R 790.00 per person
Accommodation:
Rex Hotel or similar
*Breakfast and Lunch included
aha The Rex Hotel
Knysna is a haven of beaches, forests, lakes and sea, and aha The Rex Hotel is one of this coastal town’s most sophisticated accommodation offerings. A warm welcome and timeless elegance ensure guests enjoy a special experience during their stay at aha The Rex Hotel, as we promise superior service and exceptional comfort time and again.
Located on the world-famous Garden Route, aha The Rex Hotel is a celebration of urban style, making it one of the most exhilarating getaway destinations in its class. Expect an eclectic mix of modern and classic comforts that capture the essence of 4-star luxury. The O Bar & Eatery serves Buffet Breakfast daily in a contemporary setting with cuisine that is beautifully presented and prepared using only the freshest ingredients that Knysna has to offer. aha The Rex Hotel offers travellers a gateway to Knysna’s outstanding restaurants, blossoming forests, nature reserves, arts and crafts, and the shores of the serene lagoon.
After a leisurely breakfast, travel via George and Mossel Bay to Albertinia, a town set against the backdrop of the majestic Langeberg Mountain Range. En route, enjoy a leisurely walk or swim at Victoria Bay, one of the smallest and most beautiful bays along the Garden Route. Join an afternoon open vehicle game drive at a malaria-free private game reserve, that is home to an abundance of animal and birdlife, including the Big Five. Enjoy a relaxed dinner of safari cuisine, discussing the day’s game viewing.
Accommodation:
Garden Route Game Lodge or similar
*Breakfast and Dinner included
Garden Route Game Lodge
Set against the backdrop of the majestic Langeberg mountain Range, the Garden Route Game Lodge guards the entrance to South Africa’s world-famous Garden Route Coast.
Only 3½ scenic hours drive from Cape Town, this malaria free, family owned and operated private game reserve is home to an abundance of animal and bird life including the Big 5.
Visitors to the Garden Route Game Lodge can enjoy game viewing in open Landrovers, Luxury safari, luxury accommodation and a memorable dining experience in one of our African style restaurants.
After a leisurely breakfast, travel via George and Mossel Bay to Albertinia, a town set the safari adventure continues with an early morning open vehicle game drive. The expert guide will endeavour to spoil you with sightings of the ‘Big Five’, general game and prolific bird life. Leaving the bush behind, the journey will take you to the picturesque Cape Dutch town of Swellendam. This charming town was founded in 1745 and is famous for its youngberries, eclectic architecture, and National Parks, as well as outdoor activities. The journey further continues to the seaside resort of Hermanus, known as the heart of the whale route, offering the best land-based whale watching (August to November) in the world.
Dinner at the Heritage Restaurant, one of the oldest fisherman’s cottages in Hermanus, where delectable dishes are created using seasonal, local produce.
Accommodation:
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel or similar
*Breakfast and Dinner included
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Hermanus Western Cape, South Africa. The impressive boutique hotel is situated in the best land based whale watching destination in the world Hermanus a charming coastal village in The Cape Whale Coast or Overstrand.
After a relaxed breakfast, leave Hermanus and head to historic Stellenbosch, known for its Cape Dutch architecture and charming university-town feel. Then continue to Cape Town, South Africa’s oldest city, beautifully located at the foot of Table Mountain, where the tour concludes.
Minimum 2 guests / Maximum 10 guests
What's included:
10 Meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners, including gratuities 5 Nights’ accommodation including porterage Transportation, including toll fees, in air-conditioned vehicles Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary Bottled water in eco-friendly packagingPlease Note: Transportation is in air-conditioned touring vehicles appropriate to the requirements of the tour
2 guests will travel in a sedan vehicle 3-10 guests will travel in a 13-seater vehicleOne suitcase and one overnight bag per person is allowed. Selected Departure Dates:January - 2,16February - 6,20March - 6,20April - 10,24May - 8June - 5July - 3,24August - 7,21September - 4,18October - 2,16November - 6,20December - 4
