South Africa · Safari

11-Day Durban to Cape Town Tour with Addo Safari and Garden Route

11 Days Round trip from Durban Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the birthplace of Nelson Mandela at Qunu
  • 02 Spend the night at two hidden gems on the Wild Coast
  • 03 Visit Tsitsikamma National Park and enjoy a guided walk
  • 04 Take the chance to bungee jump 216 m from Bloukrans Bridge, Africa's highest bridge jump
  • 05 Enjoy an ostrich farm tour and a Meerkat Safari in Oudtshoorn
  • 06 Experience whale watching in Hermanus during the season
  • 07 Enjoy lunch in the world-renowned Franschhoek Valley with wine tasting

Explore the fantastic Indian Ocean coast from Durban to Cape Town over 11 days on a privately guided journey of approximately 2000 km. Experience the hidden gems of Southern Africa as you travel through the remote and untouched Eastern Cape, the world-renowned Garden Route, the hauntingly beautiful Karoo desert, and magnificent Cape Town. Along the way, enjoy wildlife encounters, coastal scenery, rural landscapes, and memorable stops in places such as Addo Elephant Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus, and Franschhoek.

A very early morning game drive of approximately 3 hours will be followed by a sumptuous brunch feast prepared by Trevor before the mandatory afternoon safari.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities East London, Durban, Cape Town, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Franschoek, Hermanus, Addo Elephant Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Port Alfred, Karoo
Languages Afrikaans, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Departure from Durban along the Hibiscus Coast

  • Depart mid-morning from Durban and head down through the Hibiscus Coast, passing Port Edward and continuing to your first destination on the Wild Coast.
2
Day 02

Leisure Day at the Resort

  • Enjoy a full day of relaxation at this amazing top-rated resort.
3
Day 03

Eastern Cape Rural Journey and Qunu

  • Journey through the remote and quaint rural region of the Eastern Cape, previously known as the Transkei.
  • Visit Qunu, the birthplace of the iconic Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, also known as Madiba.

Overnight oceanfront at the award-winning, family-run Morgans Bay Hotel.

4
Day 04

Secret Beach Visit and East London

  • After a leisurely breakfast, visit a secret beach en route to East London.

Overnight stay at a city hotel.

5
Day 05

Through Port Alfred to the Addo Region

  • Today's journey passes through Port Alfred, with a stop for an early lunch in Kenton-on-Sea.
  • Later, enjoy sundowners at a lodge in the greater Addo Elephant Park region, where you will stay for two nights.

Overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Game Drives in Addo Elephant Park

  • A very early morning game drive of approximately 3 hours will be followed by a sumptuous brunch feast prepared by Trevor before the mandatory afternoon safari.
  • Enjoy sundowners in the park before returning for fine dining hosted by your guide, Trevor.
7
Day 07

Tsitsikamma, Bloukrans and Knysna

  • After a well-earned lie-in, travel to Knysna, the jewel of the Garden Route.
  • Stop at Tsitsikamma National Park for lunch and a short guided walk. The adventurous can bungee jump 216 m from Bloukrans Bridge, Africa's highest static bungee jump.

Overnight for the next two nights in a fabulous owner-run guesthouse.

8
Day 08

Leisure Day in Knysna

  • Spend the day at leisure exploring the sights of Knysna. Transfers are available at no extra charge.
9
Day 09

Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn

  • It is a short journey today as you ascend the Outeniqua Pass and reach Oudtshoorn for lunch and a tour of a working ostrich farm.

Overnight on an ostrich farm.

10
Day 10

Meerkat Safari and Karoo to Hermanus

  • Start very early for one of the highlights of the tour - a Meerkat Safari.
  • Witness the incredible sight of masses emerging to soak up the rays of the morning sun, although this is very weather-dependent.
  • After a late breakfast, journey through the Karoo to 'Ronnis Sex-shop', Barrydale, the majestic Tradouw's Pass, Swellendam, and then continue to tonight's accommodation in the beach enclave of Hermanus. Depending on the season, whales can often be spotted just 50-100 m from the shoreline.
11
Day 11

Hermanus, Franschhoek and Cape Town

  • Breakfast will be at an oceanfront cafe in Hermanus.
  • Then enjoy a scenic drive from Hermanus to Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands.
  • Take a stroll through this quaint village with strong French connections, and enjoy lunch under the old oak trees of a historic vineyard.
  • Guests will then be transferred to their accommodation within 20 km of Cape Town, where the tour ends.
Addo Elephant Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Bloukrans Bridge, Franschhoek vineyards

Where this trip takes you

Addo Elephant Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Bloukrans Bridge, Franschhoek vineyards

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Durban 11 cities · 11 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Fully guided (second guide if more than three guests)
  • All meals
  • Water in the vehicle and at meals
  • Ten nights' accommodation at 4-5 star guesthouses, lodges, and hotels
  • All entrance fees mentioned
  • Visit to Mandela's birthplace
  • Tsitsikamma National Park entrance and guided walk
  • Two safaris in Addo Elephant Park
  • Meerkat Safari
  • Ostrich farm tour
  • Guided whale-watching walk
  • Vineyard lunch in Franschhoek

What's Not Included

  • All gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • All drinks other than those mentioned
  • Personal insurance

What to bring

  • Warm clothing for game drives
  • Light rain jacket
  • Hat
  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Zip-lock bags to keep items dry
  • Valid identification
  • Walking shoes
  • Sun protection

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 11 days finish where they began, in Durban.

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