Duration: 5 day
2011 Rates:
2- 3 people: EUR 945 / USD 1325
4 and more people: EUR 740 / USD 1040
Single Supplement: EUR 85 / USD 120

2012 Rates:
2-3 people: EUR 1315 / USD 1845
4 and more people: EUR 875 / USD 1225
Single Supplement: EUR 105 / USD 150

Please note that the 2012 safari price applies to the 2012 itinerary which is slightly different to this 2011 itinerary

The Cape Adventure Garden Route Tour offers an exciting new concept along the Garden Route. It is an action-packed "must do" for all thrill seekers. You can join a variety of thrilling outdoor activities like: canoeing, river gorge hikes, Great White Shark diving, quad biking, waterfalls, forest, whales, wine, beaches and wildlife - the itinerary has something in it for everyone.

The Garden Route is an extraordinarily beautiful stretch of countryside that winds along the southwestern contour of South Africa for some 200 km. The route is dotted with charming little towns and villages, including of the country’s most notable holiday resorts such as Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. The Garden Route boasts an astounding array of indigenous flora and fauna and attracts adventurers and holiday-makers from far afield. The tranquil coves and sandy dunes are a traveller’s paradise.

2011 Highlights: Big Five Safari Game Drive, Cango Caves, Ostrich Farm, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Mossel Bay, Hermanus, Cape Town.
2012 Highlights: Oudtshoorn, Cango Caves, Ostrich Farm, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National
Park, Hermanus, Wine Tasting, Stony Point Penguins

Group Size: minimum 2 / maximum 10 people
Type of Safari: Non-participation adventure tour
Accommodation: Accommodation will be in privately owned Lodges and Guest Houses of typical African mid-range standard with en-suite bathrooms - accommodation may change depending on availability.

This safari runs on scheduled dates throughout the year.
2011: Every Monday and Thursday out of Cape Town from Jan - April and Sep - Dec, but only on Mondays out of Cape Town from May - August.
2012: Every Wednesday and Sunday out of Cape Town from Jan - April, Sep - Dec
Only Wednesday out of Cape Town from May – August

We can tailor- make a private safari to meet your departure date, time period, group size and budget.

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B: Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner

2011 Itinerary:
DAY 1: Oudtshoorn    B
We depart Cape Town early in the morning for Oudtshoorn.  Our journey will take us through rolling hills and little farming towns before we reach South Africa’s centre for ostrich breeding. Long before we reach Oudtshoorn you will see ostrich farms on the side of the road. In the afternoon we will visit the famous Cango Caves, a series of caves made up of a succession of underground holes and enclosures offering adventurous expeditions and discoveries. The caves are all underground, creating a mysterious and interesting environment for visitors. The best way to explore the Cango Caves is a guided tour. There are two types of tours on offer: adventure tours and standard tours. The adventure tour is for the more daring traveller as it goes into the deeper and darker parts of the Cango Caves and includes some small and narrow tunnel areas that can be difficult to navigate. The standard tour is a more relaxed way of exploring these underground caves. If you don’t suffer from claustrophobia this option is definitely the better one to take. We spend the afternoon at the Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm either the same afternoon or the next morning.
Accommodation:    Kleinplaas

DAY 2: Plettenberg Bay    B
We drive over the breathtaking Outeniqua pass offerings stunning views over the Swartberg escarpment and the Indian Ocean, down to the coast. We pass through the small coastal towns of George, Wilderness, Sedgefield and Knysna. Our destination for the day is Plettenberg Bay, where you have the remainder of the day at leisure.
Accommodation:    Ploughmans Rest

DAY 3: Plettenberg / Tsitsikamma    B
Experience the famous Tsitsikamma National Park.  You have the opportunity to go on the highest bungee jump at Bloukrantz.  We spend the day hiking to the suspension bridge at Storms River mouth.The protected and indigenous forest of Tsitsikamma contains the most amazing array of vegetation, such as; woody shrubs, heath, proteas, fynbos, geranium, stinkwood, giant Outeniqua yellowwoods and about 7700 more unique plant species. For the avid bird lovers; you can enjoy possible sightings of African black oyster catchers, orange-breasted sunbirds, Nerina trogans, Knysna Loeris and about 200 more species of fascinating birds. Wildlife sightings range from dolphins and whales to caracal, genet, chacma baboons, dussies, mongooses and even leopards.
Accommodation:    Ploughmans Rest

DAY 4: Mossel Bay    B
A leisurely departure takes us from Plettenberg Bay to a private game reserve bear Mossel Bay, where we will arrive in the early afternoon.  We go on an afternoon game drive to spot some animals that Botlierskop Game Reserve has to offer.  After this exciting experience we head for Nyaru Game Lodge, our accommodation for tonight.
Accommodation: Nyaru Game Lodge or similar

DAY 5: Cape Town    B
We leave the lodge and follow the coastal route towards Hermanus. There is time for an optional extra of Shark Cage Diving if any one so wishes. We explore Hermanus including land-based whale watching (in season) and visit a winery for some wine tasting. From Hermanus we follow the road to Betty’s Bay where we visit the penguins at Stony Point.
Our Garden Route adventure ends in Cape Town in the afternoon.

2012 Itinerary:
Day 1: Cape Town to Oudtshoorn B
We depart Cape Town this morning and head out onto Route 62, the longest wine route in the Western Cape. It is an area of magnificent landscapes, towering cliffs and an abundance of trees and indigenous flora, and meanders all the way to Oudtshoorn our first destination. Oudtshoorn is the ostrich capital of the world and this afternoon we visit a show farm to learn about the history and use of these unique birds, as well as their life cycle and how they are farmed.
Distance: 550 km Departure: 07h00
Accommodation: De Opstaal or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)

Day 2: Oudtshoorn to Knysna B
After breakfast we proceed to the impressively beautiful Cango Caves where we embark on a guided tour of the mysterious limestone formations in this subterranean wonderland. We continue our drive over the breathtaking Outeniqua pass which offers stunning views over the Swartberg escarpment and the Indian Ocean, and make our way to the Garden Route town of Knysna. The afternoon is spent on the Featherbed Eco Experience, which includes a return ferry trip on the Knysna Lagoon to the western head followed by a drive up the headland onto the reserve stopping at the spectacular lookout points. (Weather permitting.) This evening why not try out one of the many restaurants Knysna has to offer, and sample the oysters they are famous for.
Distance: 120 km Departure: 08h30
Accommodation: The Graywood Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)

Day 3: Storm River / Tsitsikamma B
We continue further along the Garden Route to experience the famous Tsitsikamma National Park, where we spend the morning hiking along the winding board walk through the forest to the suspension bridge at Tsitsikamma mouth. The protected and indigenous forest of Tsitsikamma contains the most amazing array of vegetation, such as; woody shrubs, heath, proteas, fynbos, geranium, stinkwood, giant Outeniqua yellowwoods and about 7700 more unique plant species. For the avid bird lovers; you can enjoy possible sightings of African black oyster catchers, orange-breasted sunbirds, Nerina trogans, Knysna Loeris and many other species of fascinating birds. Wildlife sightings range from dolphins and whales to caracal, genet, chacma baboons, dussies, mongooses and even leopards. On the way back a stop can be made at the Bloukrans bridge for those who want to experience the world’s highest bungi jump!
Distance: 160 km Departure: 08h00
Accommodation: The Graywood Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)

Day 4: Knysna to Hermanus B
This morning we drive along the N2, through the coastal towns of Sedgefield, Wilderness and George and make our way to the Garden Route Game Lodge, where we embark on a game drive in an open Landrover with an experienced game ranger. The game reserve is home to lion, elephant, white rhino, buffalo and cheetah as well as giraffe and numerous antelope species, and hopefully we will get to spot some of these magnificent creatures. We carry on to the town of Hermanus where we spend the night.
Distance: 450 km Departure: 08h00
Accommodation: Hermanus Lodge on the Green or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar)

Day 5: Cape Town B
After a hearty breakfast we take a leisurely drive to the Hemel and Aarde Valley were we sample wines at one of the local vineyards. We proceed to the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens which is home to a spectacular variety of Fynbos, where we spend some time enjoying nature in these peaceful surroundings. The last stop for the day is at Stony Point to see the African Penguins. This is one of only three land based colonies in South Africa. We arrive back into Cape Town later this evening.
Distance: 150 km Departure: 08h00

Cape Town add-on
Why not stay longer in Cape Town? We can book this for you according to your budget.

2011:
Includes:
All transport, meals as per itinerary, accommodation, entrance fees, activities and meals as stated in the itinerary.

2012:
Included in the price
Accommodation as per itinerary, all transport in fully equipped vehicle, game drives as mentioned, meals as per itinerary to be taken at lodge restaurants and activities as mentioned in itinerary, park entrance fees, experienced local guide.

Not included in the price for 2011 & 2012:
Travel insurance, flights, pre and post tour accommodation, optional activities, all drinks, tips and curios, all personal expenses.

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