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Join us on one of the most popular heritage tours in South Africa and experience more about South African history by taking a boat trip to Robben Island museum and see the prison cell where former president Nelson Mandela was incarcerated as a political p
Description
Join us today on our private tour to unveil the hidden natural beauty of this gem of a city and its beautiful people and culture. Departing from Cape Town on an agreed time and date, enjoy the flexibility to have your own private guide-driver who knows Cape Town and its famous Garden Route Region very well. Our private tour incorporates the towns of Mossel Bay, George, Knysna, Oudsthoorn, Plettenberg Bay and Port Elizabeth. Do activities which are appealing to you and your party as our highly skilled competent consultant personnel works hand in hand with you to craft a personal tour of your choice. You can change our proposed itinerary the way you like it.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Stop at Albertinia & Sightsee in Mossel Bayexpand_more
You 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 a 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, and visit highlights such as The Post Office Tree, the Bartholomew Diaz Museum complex and the St. Blaize Lighthouse.
From there, we will overnight in Mossel Bay. After check-in at the accommodation and freshening up, you will be taken for dinner as per the tour schedule. After that, you will be dropped off at their hotel/guest house for a good night’s rest.
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Day 2: Proceed to Botlierskop Game Farm & Oudtshoornexpand_more
You will be collected at their accommodation after check-out and breakfast. We will then 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 tour to experience the Big 5 like never before fully.
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, where you will have the opportunity to see, feed, touch, ride and kiss the Ostriches.
Our next attraction will be the Cango Wildlife Ranch, which 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 the accommodation and freshening up, you will be taken for dinner as per the tour schedule and then, dropped off at their hotel/guest house for a good night’s rest.
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Day 3: Visit Knysna, Plettenberg Bay & Storms Riverexpand_more
You 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).
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 you will check-in at their accommodation and freshen up before dinner. After dinner, you will be dropped off at their accommodation for a good night’s rest.
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Day 4: Head to Knysna Heads, Garden of Eden and Backexpand_more
You will be collected at their accommodation after check-out and breakfast. We will explore the Knysna Heads, drive to the top of one of the heads and down to the beach to appreciate the beauty of mother nature.
Next stop will be at the Garden of Eden for a guided walking tour for approximately 15 minutes. Thereafter, we will dedicate an hour to admire the largest bird sanctuary in the southern hemisphere, Birds of Eden and visit Monkey Land sanctuary.
Following this activity, you will have lunch in the vicinity. After lunch, we will depart back to Cape Town via the N2. Estimated travelling time will be 6 to 7 hours and time of arrival at accommodation in Cape Town is 20:00-21:00.
What's Included
Private guide-driver who knows Cape Town & The Garden Route
Luxury sedans vehicles or mini buses
Food and accommodation in 5* hotels/Guest Houses
Entrance fees to activities
Breakfast, lunch & Dinner
Bottled water
Complimentary mobile Wi-Fi in the vehicle
What's Excluded
Tips or gratuities are optional
Know before you go
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case, a confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
Not wheelchair accessible
Table Mountain and Robben Island activities cannot be cancelled after booking as these tickets are non-refundable unless any of the following occurs:
If Table Mountain cableway is closed due to unfavourable 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.
If 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 travel.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Book today a memorable Private & luxury Garden route tour with us so that you may experience the natural beauty of the garden route of South Africa like never before. If you are planning to land in Cape Town or Port Elizbeth, please rest assured that you will enjoy a luxury tour with a VIP treatment of the garden route. Flexibility is our motto, and we don't rush our VIP guests on our Cape Town tours, but we explore with them. Planning an exotic holiday in South Africa's most greenery and verdant region known as the garden route could be stressful when searching for tour packages that will make your experience the most memorable one. There are many factors to consider when searching for your garden route tours operators if they will deliver the best service. For a stress-free holiday, Kabura travel and tours have proven to be one of the best garden tour operators you can rely on. With us, you can start your garden route tour either from Cape Town or any major cities in South Africa such as George or Port Elizabeth, as well as Johannesburg and Durban.
Meals included:
3 breakfasts: 1st Morning: Africa Oceans Manor on the Beach, Mossel Bay
2nd Morning: Rosenhof Country House, Pictures Guest House or La Pension Guest House, Oudtshoorn
3rd Morning: Villa Afrikana Guest Suites, Kanonkop Guest House, Conrad Pezula or Falcon View
Manor, Knysna
4 lunches:
Day 1 Lunch: Drostdy Restaurant, Swellendam
Day 2 Lunch: Safari Ostrich Farm Café, Oudtshoorn
Day 3 Lunch: Cattle Baron, Storms River Mouth
Day 4 Lunch: East Head Café (Contemporary),
The Olive tree (European) or
Anchorage Restaurant (Seafood, Vegetarian)
3 dinners:
1st Night: Carola Ann’s (Mediterranean, Healthy), Mossel Bay,
Kaai 4 (R, African, Barbecue), Mossel Bay or
Café Gannet (RR, Seafood, Sushi, Pizza), Mossel Bay
2nd Night: De Poort Restaurant (South African),
Swartberg Country Manor,
Nostalgie Restaurant (African) or
Bello Cibo Restaurant (Italian)
3rd Night: The Olive Tree (European),
Die Gieter’s Cathy & Remy Restaurant (RR, French, Mediterranean),
34 South-RR, (Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Gluten-free, African, Mediterranean),
Anchorage Restaurant (Seafood, Vegetarian, Soups) or
East Head Café (R, Contemporary, Café)
(private luxury vehicle, private guide-driver, entrances to all activities, safari)
Complete Garden Route tour
Accommodation included:
5 Star Hotel/Guest House Accommodation for the duration of your stay.
1st Night: Africa Oceans Manor on the Beach, Mossel Bay
2nd Night: Rosenhof Country House, Pictures Guest House or La Pension Guest House, Oudtshoorn
3rd Night: Villa Afrikana Guest Suites, Kanonkop Guest House, Conrad Pezula or Falcon View Manor, Knysna
Our vehicles include free cold bottled water, complimentary free Wi-Fi and snacks on board to make the entire Garden route experience the most memorable one.
Please note: Drinks and Gratuities are excluded in the cost unless otherwise informed. Our garden route private tour departs from Cape town with a minimum of two (02) guests. We recommend departure at 08:00 am to enjoy the full day.
Children 6 to 12 years pay half price. 13 years and above pay full price. Prices are charged per person sharing—minimum 2 pax.
Tour information :
Departs daily: As agreed
Returns last day of the tour
Choice of the vehicle from our fleet
Private tours garden route south Africa
Highlights:
Cape Town City Centre & Surrounding areas Hotel collection & drop off
(Optional drop off in Port Elizabeth)
Collection from Port Elizabeth and drop off in Cape town optional
Own private qualified and registered tour guide driver
Own luxury latest C class Mercedes Benz, latest Toyota avanzas or mini-van(Hyundai H1)
Complimentary free Wi-Fi & cold bottled water onboard/snacks.
Very flexible and custom itinerary
An all-inclusive private tour (accommodation, activities, breakfast, lunch & diner)
The full experience of our highly rated Exclusive Garden Route Tour
Travel along the coastal route, optional return via route 62
Choice of activities is optional within the tour itinerary guidelines.
No experience needed for most activities
Qualified site guides personnel to all attractions
Four (04) full days full of funs
Instructions prior to activities
Qualified and trained instructors
Accommodations at top 5 star hotels or similar in the regions
Meals served at top restaurants.
Wines and beverages are excluded.
One of the best Cape town tours on the market today.
Animals interactions and short walks will be part of the tour.
Walk with lions, walk with elephants, walk with cheetahs, Ostriches.
Big five safari tour included at Botlierskop game farm.
Our top rated Exclusive Garden route tour includes: Mossel Bay, Oudsthoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Tsitsikama.
Private tours garden route South Africa, one of the best private tour in cape town
Additional information:
- You can pay directly online.
- Instant confirmation
- Infant seats are available on request.
- Comfortable walking shoes are advisable.
- Children must be accompanied by adults.
- Price of this tour is charged per Person.
Easy & Most Friendly Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund of the start date of the experience or tour. This applies only on tours purchased directly online on our website.
Meeting Point
Pick up options can be selected at check out
Language
English
Activity Level
Easy