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From Cape Town: 3-Day Garden Route Highlights and 4x4 Safari

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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114 reviews
Activity provider:Hotspots2c Tours
From Cape Town: 3-Day Garden Route Highlights and 4x4 Safari
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
114 reviews

See Africa's famous wildlife and incredible Garden Route scenery on this 3-day tour; including a 4x4 game drive and bush walking safari and canoeing in the wilderness.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 3 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
Pickup is included from the central city region within 10km of Cape Town or Stellenbosch.
Small group
Limited to 13 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Nadine – Germany

3 days full of memories - I like the balance of the program as well as the cool hostels. We were a small group what was great for a comfortable and personal touch. The distances were fine because there was so much to see and enough breaks. Our guide Uriel was so caring and kind. Highly recommended!

M
Michael – Australia

Denver was an excellent guide. He had great knowledge on the culture and history on South Africa. He showed us the real country in 3 days. the side excursions were great and the accommodation was perfect.

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Highlights

  • Journey along one of South Africa's scenic country roads; the Route 62
  • Safari & search for most of the Big5 (elephant, lion, rhino) on a 4x4 game drive
  • Kayak along the calm rivers of the Wilderness Region
  • Squeeze, twist and wriggle your way through the Cango Caves
  • Observe orphaned elephants roaming freely with an optional observation in nature

Full description

Day 1: Oudtshoorn
Morning pickup (6am - 7am) from your accommodation in Cape Town or Stellenbosch.
Travel about 450 km ±6hrs.
Set off along the famous Route 62, where you'll capture the beauty of high mountains, twisting passes, vast Karoo plains, vineyards and orchards. Pop in at one of the many farm stalls along the way, stocked with locally crafted delights before arriving in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world.

Delve deep underground to the magical Cango Caves’ limestone chambers, alive with drip formation stalactites and remnants of Khoikhoi paintings. Opt for the easy-going guided Heritage Tour or by contrast, the Adventure Tour allows you to wiggle your way through limestone on a daring underground route.
Spend the evening in Oudtshoorn at leisure.

As per package selected; overnight at Uthando (Dorm or own room Backpack Stay) or 88 Baron van Reede (3 star Comfort) or 4 star Luxury Hlangana Lodge(ask to upgrade to Buffelsdrift extra cost)

Day 2: Wilderness
Today you'll drive about 400 km ±4hrs.
As the dawn breaks in the dusty Klein Karoo, opt for a close encounter with Mother Nature and join elephant guides on an (optional with cost) Elephant Observation in Nature. Gentle giants (Jabari, Malaika and Bulelo) made Buffelsdrift their home after being relocated from Kruger when their parents were poached. Follow and observe these 3 rescued African elephants as they roam freely in this natural bush veld habitat.
Then, take to the water for a leisurely paddle along the reed-lined banks near the Wilderness National Park region. It’s not until you stop paddling and let the gentle current guide you, that the rich birdlife becomes apparent (or seasonal waterfall).

The adventure continues as you reach Bloukrans Bridge, the world’s highest commercial bridge bungy jump. Opt in to hurtle face-first down the 134 (216 m) drop if you dare (optional with cost) or those who'd prefer to keep their feet on solid ground can visit the nearby forest area.

Spend the evening soaking in the slow town way of life in Sedgefield or Wilderness, subject to your accommodation location. Feel the white sand between your toes as you sip on cocktails or rooibos ice tea with dinner.

As per selected package; choose to stay at PiliPili Backpackers (Dorm or own room Backpacker Stay) or Fairy Knowe (3 star Comfort) or Dolphin Dunes (4 star Luxury)

Day 3: Garden Route
Start the day in the heart of the African bush. Spot some of Africa’s wild animals from the back of an open 4x4 vehicle in the malaria-free Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Search for white rhino, lion, elephant, zebra, and wildebeest, just to name a few. The game drive is led by an experienced game ranger, sharing his knowledge of the local wildlife.

Travel about 450km ±6hrs.
End the day with a journey through the landscape of rolling farmlands as you say farewell to the Garden Route on your way back to Cape Town by evening (between 8pm - 10pm).

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town and Stellenbosch
  • Accommodation for 2 nights (as per option selected)
  • Local guide
  • Transportation to tour highlights
  • 2 breakfasts
  • 4x4 Botlierskop safari game drive (about 2 hours)
  • Wilderness region canoeing
  • Drinks and additional meals
  • Optional elephant observation in nature (about R650)
  • Optional bungy jumping (about R1,600)

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Towel
  • Jacket
  • Closed-toe shoes

Know before you go

  • The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasions, run in reverse order. The listed accommodation is the preferred accommodation, but this may vary and be replaced with a property of the same standard due to availability.
  • Travel route about 1200 km in total / driving about 4 to 6 hours daily (excluding the safari drives). This fast-paced packed itinerary tour is ideal for the young-at-heart that only have limited time to travel and explore this region.
  • Free time is provided so guests can purchase the meals that are not provided on the tour
  • Pickup time usually ranges from about 6 AM to 7 AM on the morning of departure. Please contact us to receive your pickup time a day before the tour if you haven't received your exact pickup time information.
  • Accommodation stay packages will overnight in different properties, each listed in the itinerary. Backpackers are usually far away from guesthouses / lodges.

From $375 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 114 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Nadine – GermanyMarch 22, 2025 – Verified booking
3 days full of memories - I like the balance of the program as well as the cool hostels. We were a small group what was great for a comfortable and personal touch. The distances were fine because there was so much to see and enough breaks. Our guide Uriel was so caring and kind. Highly recommended!
M
Michael – AustraliaMarch 15, 2025 – Verified booking
Denver was an excellent guide. He had great knowledge on the culture and history on South Africa. He showed us the real country in 3 days. the side excursions were great and the accommodation was perfect.
F
Frederic – GermanyMarch 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing tour with the best guide who adapted to our pace and interests.

Product ID: 26843

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