Garden Route Tours 4 days-3 nights 4*

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Garden Route Tours 4 days-3 nights 4*

4 Days Starting and ending in Cape Town, South Africa

Visiting: Mossel Bay, Oudtshoorn, Knysna

Tour operator:

Simba Beyond Africa Safaris

Tour code:

121065

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

Tour operated in:

English

From: $1021 $973 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$49

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a luxurious 4-day, 3-night journey through South Africa's stunning Garden Route, starting from Cape Town or Port Elizabeth. This all-inclusive tour offers a private guide and luxury vehicle, ensuring a personalized experience as you explore the breathtaking coastal towns of Mossel Bay, Knysna, and Plettenberg Bay, as well as the inland wonders of Oudtshoorn and the Cango Caves. Enjoy a Big Five safari at Botlierskop game farm, interact with wildlife at the Cango Wildlife Ranch, and marvel at the scenic beauty of the Knysna Heads and Tsitsikama forests. With accommodations in 4-star hotels and meals at top restaurants included, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure filled with natural beauty and cultural richness.

Highlights

Leave Cape Town behind to explore the best of the Garden Route in South Africa.
Discover the famous coastal towns of Mossel Bay, George, Knysna, and Plettenberg Bay.
Visit Oudtshoorn to explore the beautiful and giant Cango Caves.
Experience a breathtaking 3-hour game drive safari at Botlierskop game farm.
Walk with elephants at the Elephant Sanctuary in Plettenberg Bay.
Explore the Knysna Heads and enjoy the scenic views of lakes and rivers.
Visit the largest bird sanctuary in the southern hemisphere, Birds of Eden.
Embark on a guided walking tour to the Hanging Bridge at Storms River Mouth.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Location: Mossel Bay

Guests will be collected at their accommodation by a qualified tour guide/driver in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle. We will travel along the scenic, mountainous wine route of the Franschhoek Pass, with an optional stop for Wine tasting at one wine estate. Passing the picturesque Theewaterskloof Dam, we will connect with the N2 just before the town of Caledon. There will be frequent comfort stops along the way. We will stop for lunch at the beautiful Drostdy Restaurant situated on the historic Zanddrift building in Swellendam. After lunch we will proceed on N2 towards Albertinia and will have a stop at the Aloe Vera factory (20 minutes) for a complimentary cup of coffee and optional shopping. Our next stop will be Mossel Bay where we will smell and come into contact for the first time with the majestic Indian ocean. We will explore the Mossel Bay area with the highlights as follows: The Post Office Tree, the Bartholomew Diaz Museum complex and the St. Blaize light house. From there we will overnight in Mossel Bay. After check-in at accommodation and freshening up, guests will be taken for dinner as per the tour schedule. Thereafter, guests will be dropped off at their hotel/guest house for a good night's rest.

Day 2

Location: Oudtshoorn

Guests will be collected at their accommodation after check-out and breakfast. We will travel to Botlierskop game farm (which starts at 9:00) for a breathtaking 3-hour game drive safari in an open 4x4 truck. This is a unique occasion to fully experience the Big five animals like never before on this Garden Route Tours. After the Safari we will travel inland through the Robinson Pass at 860 meters above sea level towards Oudtshoorn, famous for the Ostriches and the Cango Caves. Our first stop will be at the Safari Ostrich farm. Here guests will have to opportunity to see, feed, touch, ride and kiss the Ostriches. Our next attraction will be the Cango wildlife Ranch for a top encounter with wildlife. This is the biggest and oldest cheetah contact centre in the entire world. After this thrilling experience our tour continues to the famous Cango caves for a standard tour. After check-in at accommodation and freshening up, guests will be taken for dinner as per the tour schedule. Thereafter, guests will be dropped off at their hotel/guest house for a good night's rest.

Day 3

Location: Knysna

Guests will be collected at their accommodation after check-out and breakfast. We will depart for Knysna, also known as the JEWEL of the Garden Route Tours, through the spectacular Outeniqua Pass & the 4 Passes situated at 800 meters above sea level with various stops for photos. We will drive through Wilderness, Sedgefield and Knysna, with majestic scenic views of the lakes and rivers and continue towards Plettenberg Bay to visit the Elephant Sanctuary (1hour). From there we will continue towards Storms River mouth and have lunch at the Cattle Baron. After lunch we will embark on a guided walking tour of about 900 meters to the Hanging bridge. Thereafter we will drive back to Knysna where guests will check-in at their accommodation and freshen up before dinner. After dinner guests will be dropped off at their accommodation for a good nights rest.

Day 4

Location: Knysna

Guests will be collected at their accommodation after check-out and breakfast. We will explore the Knysna Heads, driving to the top of one of the heads and down to the beach to appreciate the beauty of mother nature. Our next stop will be at Garden of Eden for a guided walking tour for approximately fifteen minutes. Thereafter we will dedicate an hour to admire the largest bird sanctuary in southern hemisphere, Birds of Eden and also visit Monkey land sanctuary. Following this activity guests will have lunch in the vicinity. After lunch we will depart back to Cape Town via the N2.

What's Included

Private and Personal qualified Registered Tour Guide

A private and personal qualified registered tour guide is included in the tour.
Own Luxury Sedan or Mini Bus Vehicle

The tour includes the use of a luxury sedan or mini bus vehicle.
Fuel Surcharge

The cost of fuel surcharge is covered in the tour.
All entrances fees to activities

Entrance fees to all activities are included in the tour.
Hotels/Guests Houses in 4* establishments

Accommodation in 4-star hotels or guest houses is included.
Beautiful and one of the Best Private Tours of Garden Route of South Africa

The tour offers a beautiful and one of the best private tours of the Garden Route in South Africa.
Custom itineraries, flexible to your preferences

The tour offers custom itineraries that are flexible to your preferences.
Complimentary free Wi-Fi & cold bottled water onboard/snacks

Complimentary free Wi-Fi, cold bottled water, and snacks are provided onboard.
Big five safari tour included at Botlierskop game farm

A Big Five safari tour at Botlierskop game farm is included.

What's Not Included

Tips or gratuities

Tips or gratuities are optional and not included in the tour cost.
Alcohol

Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour cost.
Wines and beverages

Wines and beverages are excluded from the tour package.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair Accessible

Please Note

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availabilityA current valid passport is required on the day of travelNot wheelchair accessibleTable Mountain and Robben Island activities cannot be cancelled after booking as these tickets are non-refundable unless any of the following occurs:In the event that Table Mountain cableway is closed due to unfavorable weather conditions on the day, the guest will have 7 days in which to utilize the Table Mountain tickets. Should the guest not be available during this period for this activity, a refund for Table Mountain tickets will be given.In the event that Robben Island museum cancels the boat trip you will receive a refund for the boat trip entrance fees. Rescheduling of bookings can be done and would require 48 hours in advance - is subject to an administration fee. Rescheduling is also subject to availability.A current valid passport is required on the day of travelPassport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participantsThis experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refundThis is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participateYou can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a private luxury vehicle, including a C class Mercedes Benz, Toyota Avanza, or Hyundai H1 mini-van, complete with complimentary Wi-Fi, cold bottled water, and snacks for a comfortable journey along the scenic Garden Route.

Accommodation

Enjoy a luxurious stay in 4-star hotels or guest houses, with accommodations at Eight Bells Mountain Inn, Protea Hotel Mossel Bay, De Poort Country Lodge, Hlangana Lodge, Swartberg Country Manor, Turnberry Boutique Hotel, Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge, or Belvidere Manor Hotel.

Check out our Q&As

What type of vehicle is used for the tour?

The tour uses a luxury vehicle, which could be a C class Mercedes Benz, Toyota Avanza, or a mini-van like the Hyundai H1, all equipped with complimentary free Wi-Fi and cold bottled water.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at top restaurants.
What kind of wildlife experiences are included in the tour?

The tour includes a 3-hour game drive safari at Botlierskop game farm to experience the Big Five animals, as well as visits to the Safari Ostrich Farm, Cango Wildlife Ranch, and the Elephant Sanctuary.
Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, the tour is family-friendly. Children aged 6 to 12 years pay half price, while those 13 years and above pay full price. Infant seats are available on request.
What is the cancellation policy for the tour?

The tour has an easy and friendly cancellation policy, allowing cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund if the tour is purchased directly online.

What is the minimum number of guests required for the tour to depart?

The tour requires a minimum of two guests to depart.
Are there any optional activities during the tour?

Yes, there are optional activities such as wine tasting at a wine estate during the scenic drive along the Franschhoek Pass.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

Accommodation is provided in 4-star hotels or guest houses for the duration of the tour.

Reviews of this operator

Rachel Prideaux (Google Reviewer)

We absolutely loved our full-day...

28-Dec-2023

We absolutely loved our full-day private tour with Ruben. Worth every penny to be able to go at our own pace with a local expert. It truly felt we were always just ahead of any crowds as Ruben timed everything so perfectly. He was knowledgeable, friendly and enjoyable to spend the day with. Bonus: he took pictures for us throughout the day. We greatly appreciated the lunch booking he made at Two Oceans overlooking the water near Cape of Good Hope. Highly recommend this tour.

Brenda Schreiber (Google Reviewer)

Our Private Group Tour to...

20-Jul-2024

Our Private Group Tour to Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Colony with Beyond Africa Safaris was wonderful! Ruben was the BEST guide. It was going to be a very rainy day and Ruben adjusted our itinerary to maximize the sunshine and dodge the rain, and still get us to see some of the most beautiful spots, great photo opps, The Cape - and the penguins! I would go on this tour again - and bring more friends!

Liv Boyd (Google Reviewer)

Did the Table Mountain, Boulder’s...

11-Jun-2024

Did the Table Mountain, Boulder’s Beach penguins and Cape Point day trip with David yesterday and it was a fantastic day. We covered so much in one day. A great option for those who want to make the most of a short time in Cape Town. We were lucky enough to see some wildlife too, which was an added bonus to an already terrific day.

Michael Ashforth (Google Reviewer)

Fabulous day out with these...

10-Jan-2024

Fabulous day out with these guys. Our guide and assistant went beyond their hours to show us everything as promised. Really safe, nice vehicle and a great experience. We opted to take the trail from the Cape to Cape Point which was definitely worth the effort, just wear sensible footwear for walking and definitely do the trip to seal island.

Gareth Parks (Google Reviewer)

We had a great day...

23-Dec-2024

We had a great day exploring the area surrounding Cape Town. The guide Mr Wilson was very informative and extremely accommodating. He went above and beyond ensuring that our day went smoothly. It could have perhaps been made clearer that the entrance tickets to the areas visited needed to be purchased ontop and in advance of the price. The day was fantastic...we thoroughly enjoyed it and it gave us a great overview of Cape Town and its surroundings! 👍

Patricia Presser (Google Reviewer)

Tour with Beyond Africa Safaris...

27-Nov-2024

Tour with Beyond Africa Safaris - Tale (guide) and Ishmael (driver) began promptly at designated time. Tale was energetic and informative, providing significant insight into the history of Cape Town and South Africa. We maintained the timeline and covered every stop and drive by listed on the Viator page. NOTE: Entrance fees to Seal Island, Table Mountain Funicular and Boulders beach are not included. Tale had a group ticket for Boulders Beach and stated there were technical problems for a credit card payment and directed me to the green ATM at Boulders Beach to get cash for reimbursement to him. Unfortunately there were two men who were trying to scam and take money while I was trying to withdraw funds. Although this was disappointing and made me lose trust, I made the best of it and caution you to be aware of your surroundings and take your guide or someone you trust with you when withdrawing currency at ATMS. Thank you Ishmael for getting us around safely and thank you to Tale for all your insight about the area.

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