6 Day Tour- Luxury Family Garden Route Safari Including Route 62 Tour (4 Star)

Day 1 : CAPE TOWN/ GARDEN ROUTE-

• Stellenbosch sunrise hot air balloon
• Franshoek, Babylonstoren, located in South Africa’s Western Cape, is renowned for its scenic vineyards, fine dining, and rich French heritage, gourmet cuisine, and cultural experiences.

  Babylonstoren, situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, is a historic Cape Dutch farmstead celebrated for its stunning gardens, farm-to-table dining, and luxurious accommodations, providing a serene retreat immersed in natural beauty and culinary delights.

• Explore Swellendam quaint 18th century town, charms visitors with its historic Cape Dutch architecture, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant arts scene, making it a captivating destination for cultural exploration and outdoor adventure alike.
• We have now entered the Overberg Region with its rolling farmlands, wheat fields and stretching along the African South Coast 2 hr 21 min (217.1 km) via N2, from Swellendam to the accommodation.

Overnight Venue Options (Subject to availability): Elegant Luxury Guest House in George

Day 2: GEORGE/ KNYSNA

• Redberry Strawberry Farm ( Optional ) Early Morning start 
• Featherbed Eco-excursion in Knysna : A boat trip on the Knysna Lagoon to the Featherbed Nature Reserve followed by a buffet lunch ; then a drive in a Unimog up to the top of the Western Head and an easy hike down the head with spectacular views over the Knysna Lagoon and the Indian Ocean
• Breathtaking Outeniqua Mountains – lush green carpet of indigenous Fynbos (Fine Leaf Bush), the smallest of the six plant kingdoms in the world.

• Optional excursions for the day include:
  • Oyster Tasting at Knysna, oyster Capital of South Africa.
  • Knysna Elephant Sanctuary – opportunity to interact with the six tame African Elephants : touch and feed ; elephant-back riding and “walking with Elephants”Knysna Elephant Sanctuary – opportunity to interact with the six tame African Elephants : touch and feed ; elephant-back riding and “walking with Elephants”
  • Pezula Golf Club
  • Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary Plettenberg Bay
  • Short Canyoning Crags Plettenberg Bay
  • Forerest Nature Spa Plettenberg Bay
  • Adventure Land water slides

Overnight Venue : Return to accommodation 
(Classic Modest Luxury 3 and 4-star Value for Money Options or
Exquisite Premium 4 and 5-star Ultimate-in-Luxury Options)

Day 3 : KNYSNA, PLETTENBERG BAY AND TSITSIKAMMA

• When open again : Groot River and Bloukrans Passes through the indigenous forests descending deep into the gorges following the old wagon trails
• Tsitsikamma National Park with its startling beauty is located at the foot of the Tsitsikamma Range and is cut by rivers that have carved deep ravines into the ancient forests with its centuries-old trees such as Yellowwood, Stinkwood, Hard Pear, Ironwood and Kamassi. Famous for the renowned Otter trail.

• Optional excursions for the day include:
  • Tree-top Canopy Tours in the Tsitsikamma Forest
  • Boat-based Whale Watching (mostly seasonal July to November) and Dolphin Watching in Plettenberg Bay
  • Tsitsikamma Coastal Park: Boat trip to view the otherwise inaccessible Storms River Gorge.
  • Woodcutters Trail at Storms River in the Tsitsikamma Forest: Journey down the old Storms River Pass, and experience the indigenous forest from the comfort of a specially-designed vehicle.
  • Guided River Ferries and Boat cruises
  • Forest and Beach hikes in the Tsitsikamma Forest
  • Bungi Jumping at Bloukrans Bridge
  • Snorkelling and Scuba diving at Storms River in Tsitsikamma Coastal Park
  • Rescue Raptors, the world’s first free roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary
  • Wolf Sanctuary 

Overnight Venue : Guest House / Hotel in Jefferys Bay
(Classic Modest or Elegant Luxury 3 and 4-star Value for Money Options or
Exquisite Premium 4 and 5-star Ultimate-in-Luxury Options)

Day 4 : JEFFERY BAY/ ADDO ELEPHANT PARK & SAFARI EXPERIENCE

Day 5 : ADDO ELEPHANT PARK/ Route 62 OUDSHOORN

• Stop at the coastal town of st Francis before heading into Route 62
• Cango Caves with its chambers with magnificent limestone formations
• Optional : Guided tour on the Cango Ostrich Ranch with the opportunity for close interaction with the ostriches

Overnight Venue : Elegant Luxury Guest House in OUDSHOORN

Day 6 : Route 62 OUDSHOORN via Hermanus /Cape Town