South Africa Safaris and Tours

Depart for Hermanus via the spectacular coastal road. Passing Betty's bay , and visit of lovely Harold Porter botanical gardens and arriving in Hermanus for a coffee stop. This town is famous for its land-based whale watching. Close ups of Southern rights (2nd largest are common.)

Overnight:

Luxury ( 3 - 4 star ) : THE BEACH HOUSE - Sea Facing Room - Bed and Breakfast

Exclusive ( 5 star ) : THE MARINE HOTEL - Sea-facing Room - Bed and breakfast

Day 2:

Depart for Oudtshoorn via the spectacular coastal road. This town is famous for its land based whale watching. Close ups of Southern rights (2nd largest are common.)

On towards Stanford and inland through the wheat and canola fields. With the towering Lange Berg Mountains on the left we continue towards the 17th C town of Swllendam.Excellent examples of Cape Dutch architecture.

After lunch we turn inland at Suurbraak and make our way towards the spectacular Tradouws pass. Impressive granite formations stretch on endlessly.

We enter the Little Karroo at Barrydale and one is amazed at the change of vegetation. The mountain range separates the coast from the interior. This range also prevents rain clouds from travelling inland thus creating very arid conditions.

This area is perfect for ostrich and one finds approx 200 000 of these birds.

Passing Ladismith and Calitzdorp we arrive at Oudtshoorn (capital) for check in and overnight.

Overnight:

Luxury ( 3 - 4 star ) : THE OUDSHOORN INN - Bed and Breakfast

Exclusive ( 5 star ) : ROSENHOF MANOR HOTEL - Bed and breakfast

Day 3:

Morning drive to the fabulous Cango caves for a guided tour. The first chamber is large enough for 2000 people. With a 100% acoustic and impressive formations.

After we visit the Cango cheetah farm for a guide tour of the cheetahs and the Nile crocodile.

On towards the Safari Ostrich farm for lunch and tour. Lunch is scrambled Ostrich egg and Ostrich steak.

The tour involves the breeding of these birds as well as the opportunity to ride one. Also an Ostrich race.

Travel down the coast to Knysna.(the place where the water is) Magnificent lakes and excellent oysters. Visit to the oyster factory for a tasting.

Overnight:

Luxury ( 3 - 4 star ) : KNYSNA LOG INN - Bed and Breakfast

Exclusive ( 5 star ) : PHANTOM FOREST - Bed and breakfast

Day 4:

Drive up to the Heads offering majestic views of the lagoon meeting the sea. Excellent shopping in the flea market.

On to Knysna harbour and board the Featherbed ferry for a trip across the lagoon. On the other side we board a 4x4 vehicle for a ride to the summit of the Featherbed reserve. Magnificent views over the lagoon and Indian Ocean.

We walk down on foot (approx.45 minutes easy walk for lunch under the milkwood trees. Excellent seafood buffet.

Afternoon return to Knysna. Time to walk around in this charming town. Then up to the heads for sweeping views over the lagoon and Indian Ocean.

Overnight:

Luxury ( 3 - 4 star ) : KNYSNA LOG INN - Bed and Breakfast

Exclusive ( 5 star ) : PHANTOM FOREST - Bed and breakfast

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Day 5:

After breakfast, depart on the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Train from Knysna Station in the morning at 09h30 taking you on a 2 and a half hour scenic train trip to George - arriving at approx. 12h00

On arrival in George, meet and greet and transferred by road back to Knysna.

Excellent shopping in Knysna or explore this quaint town in the afternoon.

Over the Outeniqua pass(800 metres we drive to the town of Plettenburg bay for overnight.

Overnight:

Luxury ( 3 - 4 star ) : HOG HOLLOW COUNTRY LODGE - Bed and Breakfast

Exclusive ( 5 star ) : THE PLETTENBERG HOTEL - Bed and breakfast

Day 6:

Plettenberg Bay - in the heart of the Garden Route of South Africa. Tropical lush vegetation and sweeping mountain ranges. Charming towns and excellent beaches.

SA s number 1 beach resort for a relaxing stay.

Two excellent beaches are a walking distance from the hotel. Diving is also a option.

A very good boat trip is available to view whales and dolphins.

It's a 2 hour trip and highly recommended.

Overnight:

Luxury ( 3 - 4 star ) : HOG HOLLOW COUNTRY LODGE - Bed and Breakfast

Exclusive ( 5 star ) : THE PLETTENBERG HOTEL - Bed and breakfast

Day 7:

Breakfast followed by morning departure through the Bloukaans and nature's valley passes which penetrate thick rain forests and a visit to the Storms river bridge (deepest gorge in South Africa) and then 800-year-old Yellowwood 36 metres high.

Proceed towards Port Elizabeth and Shamwari Private Game Reserve approx. 1 hours drive.

On arrival at Lodge, check in, and lunch.

Late afternoon Game Drive in open 4 x 4 vehicles with experienced rangers to view the Big Five.

Dinner at the lodge.

OVERNIGHT: SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE – FULLY INCLUSIVE

Lodges available at Shamwari Game Reserve:

Lobengula Lodge
Eagles Cragg Lodge
Bayethe Tented Camp
Riverdene Lodge
Bushmans River Lodge
Long Lee Manor

Day 8:

Early morning Game Drive in open vehicles followed by breakfast.

Lunch at the lodge.

Late afternoon Game Drive with experienced rangers.

Dinner at the lodge.

OVERNIGHT: SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE - FULLY INCLUSIVE

Day 9:

Early morning game drive.

Return to the lodge for breakfast.

After breakfast checkout and transferred to Port Elizabeth Airport for your flight home.

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*** Please note: All accommodation mentioned may be altered according to your requirements This tour is conducted on a Private Basis, and therefore the itinerary may be tailor made to suit your holiday requirements.

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