South Africa · National Parks

5-Day Garden Route Adventure from Little Karoo with Tsitsikamma

5 Days Round trip from Little Karoo Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Travel through majestic Little Karoo and the world's longest wine route, Route 62
  • 02 Explore Oudtshoorn, the Ostrich Capital of South Africa, with optional visits to the Cango Caves and a working ostrich farm
  • 03 Take in Knysna's natural estuary, boat to the famous Knysna Heads, and hike in ancient indigenous forests
  • 04 Experience Plettenberg Bay and Tsitsikamma with whale watching, elephant encounters, kayaking, and forest adventures
  • 05 Challenge yourself with ziplining, canyoning, or the world's highest commercial bungee jump at Bloukrans Bridge

Embark on a 5-day trip along the Garden Route, packed with adventures and scenic splendours. Travel through majestic Little Karoo and Route 62, explore Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve, and enjoy a range of activities including hiking, kayaking at Storm's River Mouth, canyoning, ziplining, and a boat ride to the Knysna Heads. Along the way, discover ancient forests, dramatic coastline, and optional wildlife encounters that make this journey through South Africa especially memorable.

Opt for a kayaking experience through the surf and up the Storm's River Mouth.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Tsitsikamma National Park, Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve, Karoo
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Journey Through Little Karoo to Oudtshoorn

  • Start with a road trip through majestic Little Karoo, a semi-desert region, with your South African tour guide.

  • Travel through several amazing and diverse farming regions, including the world's longest wine route, Route 62.

  • Pass through beautiful country towns, where time appears to have stood still.

  • Arrive in Oudtshoorn, also known as the Ostrich Capital of South Africa. Here, you will have the option to visit the Cango Caves, a wildlife ranch, and/or a working ostrich farm.

Overnight stay in Oudtshoorn.

2
Day 02

From Oudtshoorn to Historic Knysna

  • Continue toward the coast to the historical town of Knysna, surrounded by the largest natural estuary in South Africa, which is also home to an endemic seahorse.

  • Relax, take a boat trip to the famous Knysna Heads, the narrow entrance to the estuary, or go hiking in ancient indigenous forests.

  • If you are lucky, you might spot the elusive Knysna forest elephants. Knysna is also very well known for its home-grown oysters - definitely a dining experience not to be missed.

3
Day 03

Forest and Wildlife Experiences in Plettenberg Bay

  • Meander through the ancient forest area in the heart of the Garden Route on your way to the seaside holiday town of Plettenberg Bay.

  • Participate in a boat-based whale watching experience from May to November, or walk with elephants and get close and personal with these gentle giants.

  • Visit Monkey Land, a primate sanctuary, as well as Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary and Birds of Eden.

  • Walk through the indigenous forests.

4
Day 04

Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve and Storm's River

  • After an overnight stay in Plettenberg Bay, whether for one or two nights as you choose, continue your journey to the Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve, regarded as one of the most pristine coastal reserves on the planet.

  • Opt for a kayaking experience through the surf and up the Storm's River Mouth. Then enjoy a marvellous hike across daunting hanging bridges over the river.

  • Have a great meal at a local restaurant boasting the most amazing views of the ocean and coastline.

5
Day 05

Adventure Activities in Storm's River Village

  • Zipline through the forests or canyons.

  • Do bungee jumping from the highest commercial bungee jump in the world.

  • Canyon down rapids, waterfalls, and cliffs, go hiking in pristine forests, and enjoy many more adventures.

  • As the tour ends, journey back either to Port Elizabeth or to Cape Town.

Little Karoo, Route 62, Knysna Heads, Storm's River Mouth

Where this trip takes you

Little Karoo, Route 62, Knysna Heads, Storm's River Mouth

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Little Karoo 7 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a semi-luxury A/C vehicle, including fuel, road taxes, insurance, toll fees, and passenger liability insurance

  • Professional and registered Cape Town guide/driver

  • Bottled water on board

  • Dinner transfers along the Garden Route

What's Not Included

  • Activities, as per your own choice

  • Meals and refreshments

  • Additional entrance fees not specified in the itinerary

  • Accommodation; this can be sourced and booked on your behalf at an additional cost

  • Airport transfers and dinner transfers in Cape Town

Know before you go

  • This tour is tailor-made to suit your exact requirements. Therefore, the final quotation is based on your personal requirements.

  • Although the tour stipulates a minimum of 4 persons, the guide can arrange a quotation for 2 persons, depending on your exact requirements.

  • The guides pride themselves on designing bespoke private tours.

  • The primary focus is to create a memorable experience around your personal needs.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Little Karoo, South Africa
Tour start
Little Karoo, South Africa
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Little Karoo.

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