The elegant guided journey with iconic highlights
On this tour, you will smell, hear and sense all the wilderness, delightful sights, and luxurious comfort. From award winning wine estates and floral kingdoms brimming with splendid botanical treasures to awe-aspiring mountain and coastal landscapes, our journey through the Garden Route will leave you mesmerized.
Day 01 Cape Town
On arrival in Cape Town, you will be met by our representative and assisted through your transfer.
The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Accommodation at Cape Riviera Hotel or similar
Overnight at the hotel
Day 02 Cape Town / Winelands
After breakfast, you will meet the director of the tour and fellow travelers and set out to the picturesque Winelands, where century old vineyards are surrounded by awe-inspiring mountain scenery.
With extraordinary wine estates from Stellenbosch, Paarl and Frankschhoek to fascinating historical landmarks to explore, your highly knowledgeable director of the tour will tailor-make a memorable Winelands experience for the whole group en route.
Accommodation at Cape Riviera Hotel or similar
Overnight at the hotel
Day 03 Cape Peninsula
Breakfast at your hotel
This morning, we ascend one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature- majestic Table Mountain (weather permitting) for unrivaled views of Cape Town.
Thereafter, we drive along Millionaires Paradise from Clifton to Camps Bay, heading towards the charming working harbor of Hout Bay. We wind along the legendary Chapman's Peak Drive hugging the cliffs and relishing the breathtaking ocean views. After lunch (on your own), we visit the wild and beautiful Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park, an integral part of the world renowned Cape Floral Kingdom.
Accommodation at Cape Riviera Hotel or similar
Overnight at the hotel
Day 04 Cape Town / Hermanus
Check out after breakfast at your hotel
Departure by 08:30hrs from Cape Town. A stunning coastal drive brings us to the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden with its delicate coastal fynbos. We also seek out the small breeding colony of African Penguins at Stony Point. In the 'Hemel-en-Aarde' region, one of South Africa's newest wine routes, we indulge in the wine tasting at a boutique winery before arriving in Hermanus.
Accommodation at Harbour House or similar
Overnight at the hotel
Day 05 Oudtshoorn
Check out after breakfast at the hotel
This morning we explore the unique cliff paths of Hermanus and gasp at the outstanding views of Walker Bay.
During the months of July-November the majestic sight of whales add further enchantment to our explorations.
We depart late morning and stop for a late lunch (on your own) in the pretty village of Barrydale on the scenic 'Route 62'.
Accommodation at De Opstal Country Lodge or similar
Overnight at the hotel
Day 06 Plettenberg Bay Surrounds
Check out after breakfast at the hotel
This morning, we marvel at the impressive Cango Caves, filled with weird and wonderful stalactite and stalagmite formations. Thereafter, a guided tour of an ostrich farm gives us insight into why Oudtshoorn is known as the 'feather capital of the World’.
We travel via the panoramic Outeniqua Pass onto our accommodation for two nights.
Accommodation at Lairds Lodge Country Estate or similar and overnight
Day 07 Plettenberg Bay Surrounds / Knysna
Breakfast at your hotel, you will enjoy the morning cruising on the vast Knysna Lagoon and visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve.
A specialist guide will share the history and fascinating facts on the fauna and flora of the area with you. You will be served a sumptuous lunch under the canopy of Milkwood Trees. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore Knysna or return to your accommodation.
Accommodation at Lairds Lodge Country Estate or similar and overnight
Day 08 Plettenberg Bay / Tsitsikamma
Checkout after breakfast at your hotel
From Plettenberg Bay, we set off on an ocean safari.
During summer months, we may view Bottlenose and common dolphins as well as seals in their natural environment. During winter months, we are very likely to view both Southern right and Humpback whales.
For those brave souls amongst us, this afternoon you have the opportunity to attempt the world's highest commercial bungee jump at Bloukrans Bridge. We arrive late afternoon in the picturesque village of Storm River.
Accommodation at Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar
Overnight at the hotel
Day 09 Port Elizabeth / Durban / Salt Rock
Check out after breakfast at your hotel
This morning, we immerse ourselves in the splendor and tranquility of the Tsitsikamma National Park and head to the Storms River Mouth for unrivaled views of the Indian Ocean.
We arrive at Port Elizabeth airport at approximately 14:00hrs for your onward flight to King Shaka International Airport (at your own cost).
On arrival in Durban, you are met by our representative and transferred to your accommodation for the night on the tropical North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal.
Accommodation at Canelands Beach Club or similar
Day 10 Salt Rock / St Lucia
Check out after breakfast at your hotel
This morning is at your leisure to stroll along the golden beach or revitalize yourself with a swim in the sparkling Indian Ocean. At 12:30hrs, you meet the director of the tour, and head north to South Africa's oldest game reserve, Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is particularly well-known for its rhino conservation efforts.
Chances are excellent to spot one of these prehistoric looking animals when you set out on an afternoon open vehicle safari accompanied by a qualified and experienced local field guide.
Accommodation at Seasands Lodge or similar
Day 11 Swaziland
Check out after breakfast at your hotel
We start the day with safari boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of South Africa's wilderness treasures.
Bring your cameras as we may come across large pods of hippos, the occasional Nile Crocodile and prolific birdlife.
Back on land, we set our sights north and cross the border into Swaziland, one of the few remaining monarchies in Africa.
Accommodation at Summerfield Luxury Hotel & Botanical Garden
Day 12 Swaziland / Hazyview
Check out after breakfast at your hotel
Departure to visit an authentic chief's village to gain an insight into the fascinating traditional Swazi culture and the residents invite us to participate in their cultural practices. Cross the border back into South-Africa and enjoy lunch (at your own expenses) overlooking the Crocodile River, the natural border of the Kruger National Park.
Late afternoon arrival into Hazyview, the safari hub of the Kruger National Park.
Accommodation at Perry's Bridge Hollow Boutique or similar
Day 13 Hazyview / Kapama Private Game Reserve
After breakfast and check out from your hotel at 10:00hrs, you are at leisure until 13:00hrs when you are collected by your driver and so begin your safari adventure.
Kapama Private Game Reserve is an African Eden. The reserve is a slice of wilderness paradise far from madding crowd; a place of renewal and reconnection with the natural world.
After checking into your indulgent suite for two nights, you depart on your first open vehicle safari accompanied by a skilled ranger and tracker. You can expect to encounter a diverse range of animal and bird species on game drives. Since Kapama Private Game Reserve is a Big Five reserve, seeing Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo is possible over a two-day safari in the reserve.
Accommodation at Kapama River Lodge or similar
Day 14 Kapama Private Game Reserve
Your day starts with an early wake-up call and you head out at first light on your morning safari.
While seeing a big game is always exhilarating, there are many other smaller species that are also captivating, and birding enthusiasts will be delighted at the approximately 350 species of birds recorded on the reserve.
You return to the lodge for a few hours of relaxation. You may indulge in a decadent African spa treatment or you could choose to meet and interact with Kapama's 16 habituated elephants (at your charge).
At around 15:00hrs, everyone gathers for a decadent high tea, before heading out to for the afternoon game drive through the reserve. As darkness falls, the nocturnal animals of the bush come out.
A variety of completely different species can be seen on the night drive back to the lodge.
Accommodation at Kapama River Lodge or similar
Day 15 Kapama Private Game Reserve / Hoedspruit East Gate Airport
Check out after breakfast at your hotel
Perhaps this morning instead of joining your morning open vehicle safari you chose to end your safari experience with a hot air balloon flight or an elephant back safari (at your own expenses).
After a final delicate brunch, you will be transferred to nearby Hoedspruit East Gate Airport.
There are no bookable dates now, please feel free to contact us.