7 Day Safari Durban to CapeTown, Garden Route & Addo National Pk

Durban, South Africa
Duration7 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embarking on a 7-day tour from Durban to Cape Town offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the diverse landscapes, cultures, and attractions of South Africa. We visit the best beaches along the Garden Route, see the most stunning coastal towns as well.

This is an incredible journey through some of South Africa's most breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities. Excellent safari in the Addo National Park. Best hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve, a world renowned World Heritage Site. So much more to explore on this whole most scenic route. A beautiful tour.

What's included

  • 6 Nights hotel/lodge accommodation
  • Hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve
  • Port Elizabeth, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Wilderness, Mossel Bay, Hermanus
  • Africa's southern-most tip - Cape Agulhas
  • Breakfast
  • Knysna Heads
  • Safari Addo Elephant National Park
  • Bungy jumping Bloukrans Bridge $50-00

What to expect

Day 1: Depart from Durban and travel to the Wild Coast en-route to Mthatha
  1. Wild Coast
    10h
    A road trip from Durban to Mthatha along the Wild Coast offers breathtaking scenery, rich cultural experiences, and plenty of adventure along the way. We get to see African villages and also meet the locals along the way. This portion covers Kwa Zulu Natal and the Eastern Cape Provinces of South Africa. When we reach Mthatha, go for a guided tour of the Nelson Mandela Museum for a glimpse into the life of the iconic leader. Overnight at the Savoy Hotel and Conference Centre in Mthatha or similar hotel.
Day 2: Depart from Mthatha after breakfast and head to East London
  1. 10h
    Along the route, stop at Mvezo, birthplace of Nelson Mandela. See the monuments erected of this iconic leader. Tour and explore the area before proceeding with journey to East London. The journey from Mthatha to East London offers a taste of the Eastern Cape's diverse landscapes and cultural heritage, many African villages, animals and locals along the route.
Day 3: East London to Port Elizabeth
  1. Addo Elephant National Park
    10h · Admission ticket included
    On this day we depart from East London and head to Addo National for a day in the bush in a safari in Addo National Park. We explore this vast game reserve, the 3rd largest in South Africa with the biggest elephant herd.
Day 4: Port Elizabeth to Plettenberg Bay
  1. Bloukrans Bridge
    4h · Admission ticket not included
    We depart from Port Elizabeth and head to Bloukrans Bridge. This is where there is the world's highest bungy jump - 216m (own expense)
  2. Robberg Nature Reserve
    2h · Admission ticket included
    From Bloukrans Bridge we head to Robberg Nature Reserve, one of the best in the world. Here we do hiking. Robberg Nature Reserve is one of the most important and iconic experiences in Plettenberg Bay. It is one of the most recognisable and traversed peninsulas in the world. The beauty of Robberg Nature Reserve is iconic. A World Heritage Site and National Monument, steeped in history, with prehistoric rocks and Stone Age artefacts, Robberg attracts visitors from all over the globe. The picturesque peninsula is home to a wealth of fynbos, flora and ocean life, all of which dazzle the senses.
  3. Plettenberg Bay
    2h
    From Robberg Nature Reserve we head to Plettenberg. We visit some of the white sandy beaches. We relax and swim as we need.
Day 5: Plettenberg Bay to Knysna
  1. Knysna Heads
    2h
    The Knysna Heads are a must-visit destination for nature lovers, offering a perfect blend of scenic beauty, adventure, and ecological diversity along the Garden Route of South Africa. There are opportunities for photos here.
  2. The Waterfront Knysna Quays
    2h
    The Knysna Quays Waterfront is a vibrant and bustling area located in the heart of Knysna. The Knysna Quays Waterfront is situated along the scenic Knysna Estuary, offering stunning views of the surrounding hillsides and waterfront.
  3. Knysna Lagoon
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The lagoon is ideal for boating and sailing, with plenty of opportunities to rent kayaks, canoes, sailboats, or take guided boat tours to explore its tranquil waters (own expense)
Day 6: Knysna to Hermanus
  1. Cape Agulhas
    5h
    We depart from Knysna and travel on the Garden Route. We pass Wilderness and Mossel Bay. We also pass Swellendam. Our next stop and tour is at Africa's southern-most tip, Cape Agulhas.
  2. Hermanus
    2h
    From Cape Agulhas we travel to Hermanus for the night
Day 7: Hermanus to Cape Town
  1. Hermanus Cliff Path
    3h
    After breakfast, we tour Hermanus. In season, we do whale viewing, one of the best places for whale viewing.
  2. Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate
    2h · Admission ticket included
    At Benguela Cove Wine Estate we do wine tasting of 5 different wines.
  3. Betty's Bay
    1h
    From Benguela Cove Wine Estate we travel to Betty's Bay. We see the endangered African Penguins.
  4. Cape Whale Coast
    1h
    We then travel on the Whale Coast Route until we reach Cape Town in late afternoon, 6pm to conclude the 7 day tour.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up travelers from all over Durban 50km radius

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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