South Africa Safaris and Tours

This tour is designed for maximum yet relaxed enjoyment of the Cape area. The routing allows clients to experience the diversity of the Cape whilst simultaneously staying off-the-beaten-track for most of the time. Enjoy the true hospitality of South Africans in the peace and quiet of our unspoilt nature.

Day 1

You will be met on arrival at Cape Town International Airport by a representative, handed your world-class documentation and assisted to the vehicle rental counter to collect your vehicle. Depart Cape Town and travel via the Strand and coastal road to Hermanus, an ideal lunchtime break. Continue on to Bredasdorp and through the wheat farming areas to Malaga, the last hand operated ferry service in South Africa. A short drive from here you will reach Breede River Lodge in Fort Beaufort.

Approximate travel time:

3.5 Hours from Cape Town International Airport to Breede River Lodge

Breede River Lodge - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 2

Full day at leisure to enjoy a long walk on the beach, deep-sea fishing or horse riding.

Breede River Lodge - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 3

Depart Fort Beaufort, via Riversdale and Mosselbay to Knysna, situated in the heart of the Garden Route. You will be accommodated at the Protea Hotel Knysna Quays for two nights. This hotel is situated on the banks of the famous Knysna Lagoon and faces the sea through the Knysna Heads.

Approximate travel time:

3.5 Hours from Breede River Lodge to Protea Hotel Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel Knysna Quays - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 4

Knysna Quays is perfectly situated to explore the splendours of the acclaimed Garden Route. Oudtshoorn and Plettenberg Bay are within easy driving distance. The surrounding forests provide excellent walking, birding and biking opportunities, whilst the sandy white beaches are a sunbather's delight.

Protea Hotel Knysna Quays - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 5

The trip continues to Oudtshoorn, known as the ostrich capital of the world. Visit the magnificent Cango Caves and one of the many ostrich farms in the area.

Approximate travel time:

2 Hours from Protea Hotel Knysna Quays to Hlangana Lodge

Hlangana Lodge - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 6

En route to Matjiesfontein visit one of the many Block Houses, which played such a crucial strategic role in the civil wars in this area towards the end of the 18th century. Your overnight stop has been declared a National Monument and apart from being historically interesting, being the last authentic vestige of Victoriana, it is also well known for its traditional cuisine. Matjiesfontein lies on the fringe of the Grand Karoo and links the northern regions to Cape Town.

Approximate travel time:

3 Hours from Hlangana Lodge to Lord Milner Hotel

Lord Milner Hotel - bed and breakfast basis
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Day 7

After breakfast return via Beaufort West, Touws Rivier and Worcester to Cape Town or the International Airport.

Approximate travel time:

7 Hours from Lord Milner Hotel to Cape Town or the International Airport

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Note : All accommodation mentioned are suggestions, and may be replaced with accommodation choices to suit individual travellers
Unhurried Cape 7 days 6 Nights