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6-Day South African Garden Route and Addo Elephant Safari Adventure from Cape Town
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6-Day South African Garden Route and Addo Elephant Safari Adventure from Cape Town

by Earthstompers Adventures

6 days
Cape Town
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Overview

This 6-day bus tour from Cape Town covers South Africa's Garden Route and includes a safari at Addo Elephant National Park. The journey starts with a visit to the southernmost point of Africa at Cape Agulhas. Participants then canoe in Wilderness National Park and hike in Tsitsikamma National Park with entrance included. Along the way, the tour stops to see African penguins at Bettys Bay and includes a local wine tasting. Accommodation is provided for five nights with daily breakfast and dinner included. Other highlights are a visit to a Klein Karoo ostrich farm and a game viewing safari at Addo Elephant National Park. The tour is guided by a local professional in an air-conditioned minivan and supports community projects through a contribution included in the price. Pickup and drop-off at your Cape Town address and surroundings are part of the service. Drinks, lunch, gratuities, and optional activities are not included.

Highlights

Visit Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa
Canoeing and hiking in Wilderness and Tsitsikamma National Parks
Game viewing safari at Addo Elephant National Park
Local wine tasting and Klein Karoo ostrich farm tour
African penguin viewing at Bettys Bay
Five nights accommodation with breakfast and dinner included

What's included

Pickup and drop-off from your address in Cape Town and surrounding areas
Game viewing safari in Addo Elephant National Park
Dinner included each day
Tour of Klein Karoo ostrich farm
Canoeing and hiking activities in Wilderness National Park
Breakfast each morning
Visit to see African penguins at Bettys Bay
Accommodation for five nights
Entrance to Tsitsikamma National Park
Visit to the southernmost tip of Africa, Cape Agulhas
Contribution to community support projects
Local professional guide services in an air-conditioned minivan
Local wine tasting included

What's not included

Gratuities for guides and drivers
Drinks during the tour
Lunch meals
Optional activities as detailed in the itinerary

Itinerary

1

Agulhas National Park Drive

The route passes through Agulhas National Park on the way to the Southern Most tip of Africa.

60 min

2

Betties Bay Penguin Colony

The journey follows the coastal road with a stop at Betties Bay to observe a colony of endangered African penguins.

45 min

3

Southernmost Tip of Africa

There is a visit to the Southernmost Tip of Africa, where two oceans converge.

30 min

4

Lighthouse Drive-By

The route passes the lighthouse while heading toward Africa's southernmost point.

5

Hermanus Whale Boat Trip

From July to November, an optional boat trip is available at lunchtime on Monday in Hermanus to see Southern Right Whales up close.

120 min

6

Shark Cage Diving Transfer

An optional one-way transfer with the shark company from or to Cape Town is provided, with pick-up and drop-off at the shark offices by the Garden Route guide. This safe activity includes masks and wetsuits, with the cage attached to the boat. Participants will miss a half day of the standard tour, including the Penguin Colony visit.

240 min

7

Local Wine Tasting

There is an opportunity to taste award-winning local wines.

60 min

8

Wilderness Canoe and Hike

Explore Wilderness National Park by canoeing for about 45 minutes up the Touw River through indigenous forest with birdlife, then hike 2km along a boardwalk to a waterfall and rock pools. The return is by the same 2km hike and 45-minute canoe trip.

180 min

9

Bloukrans Bridge Bungee View

Stop at Bloukrans Bridge to see the world’s highest bungee jump bridge at 216 meters, with time for those interested to attempt the jump.

15 min

10

Tsitsikamma National Park Activities

Tsitsikamma National Park features indigenous forest and Indian Ocean coastline, offering activities such as hiking, crossing a suspension bridge, and swimming.

120 min

11

Tsitsikamma National Park Activities

Tsitsikamma National Park features indigenous forest and Indian Ocean coastline, offering activities such as hiking, crossing a suspension bridge, and swimming.

120 min

12

Optional 216m Bridge Bungy

An optional activity includes the highest bridge bungy in the world at 216 meters.

120 min

13

Addo Elephant National Park Safari

Included safari in the tour vehicle within Addo Elephant National Park. The visit lasts up to 2-3 hours in the 28,000-hectare reserve, home to about 600 elephants and species such as Cape buffalo, lion, black rhino, warthog, zebra, eland, kudu, and hartebeest.

180 min

14

Addo Sunrise Safari Option

Optional sunrise safari available with an Addo Park ranger in an open safari vehicle.

120 min

15

Cape St. Blaize Trail Hike

Guests may choose to hike the Cape St. Blaize trail along cliffs that overlook the Indian Ocean.

60 min

16

Diaz Museum Visit Option

Optional visit to the Diaz Museum complex, which marks the first known European exploration near the tip of Africa.

60 min

17

Mossel Bay Lighthouse View

View of the lighthouse positioned above Mossel Bay.

18

Mossel Bay Beach Time Option

Guests can choose to spend time on the beaches of Mossel Bay.

60 min

19

10,000-Foot Tandem Sky-Dive

Optional activity: tandem sky-dive from 10,000 feet.

180 min

Meeting point

Closest meeting point for Stellenbosch. Exact pickup time to be confirmed the weekend before your tour.

End point

Closest meeting point for Stellenbosch. Exact pickup time to be confirmed the weekend before your tour.

Languages

English (guide)English (written)

Cancellation policy

  • If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Additional info

Up to 12 travelers
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
The minimum age for participants is 18 years. Guests up to 65 years old are accepted if they are fit and healthy enough to enjoy the tour. The average age of participants is 33.
Tour groups are limited to a maximum of 12 passengers per booking
The tour operates regardless of weather, so dress suitably
The itinerary, accommodation, and transport may change if necessary
Pickup location must be reconfirmed directly with the supplier according to voucher instructions
Vegetarian meal options are available if requested when booking
The order of the itinerary stops may vary on some departures
The tour requires participants to be active, able to walk, carry luggage, and frequently enter and exit the vehicle
Total
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