Jaw-Dropping 7-Day Garden Route Adventure in South Africa

Offers multifaceted itinerary exploring beautiful coastal and inland highlights on South Africa's renowned Garden Route. It features activities such as wildlife encounters, towns like Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, further inland Oudtshoorn, hiking, and more. This route has become a good balance between natures, adventure, and relaxation on holiday for a week.

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Jaw-dropping 7-Day Garden Route Overview

The 7-Day Garden Route provides an extended, immersive journey through the South Africa's Garden Route into diversity in landscapes and wildlife, coupled with charming towns. Beginning from Cape Town, the route covers the favorite destinations that include Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and Oudtshoorn. Besides coastal hiking, activities included on this tour are safaris viewing wildlife, visits to the Cango Caves, and Robberg Nature Reserve. This itinerary skillfully blends adventure, nature, and culture into an enabling experience in one of the most scenic regions of South Africa .

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Jaw-dropping 7-Day Garden Route

Itinerary for Jaw-dropping 7-Day Garden Route

Day 1: Cape Town – Mossel Bay

Begin your Garden Route tour from Cape Town, driving via Mossel Bay, a distance that will take about 4 hours. Stop at places of outstanding beauty along the route, such as Gansbaai or Boulders Beach, to view the famous penguins.

Day 2: Mossel Bay – Oudtshoorn

After breakfast, take the 40-minute drive into Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital. Take a tour of an ostrich farm and even get to feed these fascinating birds. In the afternoon, make your way to the amazing Cango Caves-remarkable limestone cave structure with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Take an optional visit to the Cango Wildlife Ranch, which specializes in exotic animals such as cheetahs and crocodiles. Spend the night in Oudtshoorn; enjoy a hearty dinner and catch your rest at one of the local guesthouses or lodges. Begin your Garden Route adventure driving from Cape Town to

Day 3: Oudtshoorn – Wilderness – Knysna

Drive to Wilderness in the morning. Approximately 1 hour, from where you can visit the Wilderness National Park. Enjoy canoeing on the Touws River or take a hike to the Map of Africa Viewpoint with breathtaking panoramic views. Then drive to Knysna (±40 minutes), this picturesque town is famous for its lagoon. Pay a visit to the Knysna Waterfront and take a boat trip to the well-known Knysna Heads. Finish the day with a meal in the evening on the Knysna waterfront.

Day 4: Knysna – Plettenberg Bay

The day can be started with a drive to the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, approximately 30 minutes away. Go for a scenic walk at Robberg Nature Reserve and enjoy the stunning views. Seal spotting and other game can be seen. Thereafter, visit Monkeyland or Birds of Eden, a sanctuaries with a free-roaming monkeys and exotic birds. Relax on the beaches of Plettenberg Bay this afternoon or enjoy the water activities like kayaking or taking boat tours. Finish the day with a dinner that looks out toward the setting sun.

Day 5: Plettenberg Bay – Tsitsikamma National Park

Drive to Tsitsikamma National Park this morning, approximately 1 hour away. The first stop will be at Storms River Mouth, from where you can walk across the suspension bridge that yields spectacular views of the coastline. Go on a short hike in the beautiful forests of the park, or go on an adrenalin-charged Canopy Tour through the tree tops. For real adrenaline junkies, stop at Bloukrans Bridge, home of the world-famous bungee jump. Overnight in a comfortable lodge or guesthouse in Tsitsikamma.

Day 6: Tsitsikamma National Park – Knysna – George

After having breakfast, head back towards Knysna in the morning. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to drive. Spend some time exploring the Knysna Forest: go for a scenic walk or bike ride along the trails. Then, head toward George (about 30 minutes) and visit either the George Museum or the Outeniqua Transport Museum for a glimpse of the area's history. You may also spend time on Victoria Bay or Herolds Bay for a laid-back beach experience. Conclude the day with a farewell dinner in George and prepare for your departure.

Day 7: George – Cape Town

On your last day, have a leisurely breakfast in George and then head back to Cape Town; it will take approximately 4-5 hours of driving. On the way, stop at some beautiful spots like Mossel Bay or Gansbaai for a last taste of the beauty of the Garden Route. If time allows, visit Hermanus, a coastal town noted for whale watching. Arrive in Cape Town in the afternoon or evening, bringing your unforgettable 7-day Garden Route adventure to an end.

Price inclusions and exclusions

Price Inclusions for Jaw-dropping 7-Day Garden Route

  • Accomodation: Comfortable hotels, sswimming pools, restaurant and bar.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner (featuring both local and international).
  • Activities: Game drives, Walking safaris, Caltural village visits, city tours led by knowledgeable local guide
  • Park entry fees: Entrance fees to national parks and included in the itinerary.
  • Transportation: all internal transfers, including air port pickups to and from activity sites.

Price Exclusions for Jaw-dropping 7-Day Garden Route

  • Medical insurance for the traveller
  • International flights
  • Visa and Travel insurance cost.
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenis, Additional snacks and Beverages.
  • Optional Activities: Any activities not specified in the itinerary may require additional payment.
  • Gratuities and tips for guide and driver
  • Vaccinational and health Precautions: Expenses related to recommended vaccinations or medications are not covered

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