Garden Route privately guided

ABOUT THIS TRIP

On this trip, you will travel as a couple, family or group of friends with your own private tour guide (either German or English-speaking), who will be at your disposal throughout. The trip can be started daily. You will spend the night in selected upscale accommodation. Of course, the itinerary can be adapted to your individual wishes at any point. The price per person depends on the size of your private group.

Experience the highlights of the malaria-free Garden Route on a privately guided tour: Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, the Cango Caves, an ostrich farm, Route 62, Robertson's wine regions, Cape Town City and Table Mountain as well as the Cape Peninsula with the Cape of Good Hope

Please note: Our privately guided tours are designed for groups of people who have already been confirmed in advance. If you are interested in joining a group, please look under "Small group tours".

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

• 9x overnight stays in the Superior category (4-star guesthouses and lodges)
• 9 breakfasts, 4 dinners
• Air-conditioned vehicle according to group size
• a game drive in an open off-road vehicle
• Excursions and entrance fees according to program
• Private tour guide (German or English of your choice) and 24-hour hotline (English-speaking) on site
• Comprehensive travel documents (with an individual tour book and a travel guide per room)
• Virtual meeting with the tour guide before departure on request
• Insurance according to German travel law incl. travel price insurance certificate

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

• Drinks and meals not specified
• Long-haul flights from/to Europe (we are happy to arrange suitable flights on request)
•  optional excursions, other personal expenses, tips
• Travel insurance

Tour description and prices as PDF

We also offer this trip in the Deluxe category *****.

Day 1: Welcome to South Africa
At Cape Town Airport, you will be met by your personal tour guide and driven to your accommodation. Afterward, you will explore the sights of the “Mother City.” Behind the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood lies a long history; the centrally located Company’s Garden invites you to take a relaxing stroll amid the hustle and bustle of the city, and at Greenmarket Square you can shop for all kinds of arts and crafts and souvenirs. If the weather is good, you’ll of course visit Table Mountain, the city’s landmark, and enjoy the breathtaking view. If the cable car is closed, you can alternatively enjoy the view from the Cape Wheel Ferris wheel at the V&A Waterfront.
Overnight stay with breakfast – Winchester Hotel (Classic Room) in Cape Town

Your Stay at th
The Cape Dutch architectural style of the lovingly renovated Winchester Hotel exudes an atmosphere of pure elegance. Located directly on the waterfront promenade of the popular Sea Point neighborhood, restaurants, cafés, shops, and the V&A Waterfront are just a short walk away. This boutique hotel features a restaurant, a beautiful courtyard, a pool, and free Wi-Fi. The 76 rooms feature a bathroom, air conditioning, a TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and a safe. The Loft Rooms and Classic Rooms overlook the courtyard. The Junior Suites offer views of either the ocean, Table Mountain, or Lion’s Head. The Family Suites have two bedrooms that share a bathroom and a lounge area.

Day 2: The Cape Peninsula
You’ll set out on a day trip to the Cape Peninsula. Your first stop is Muizenberg, where you can admire the colorful cottages featured on every postcard. The journey continues along False Bay, past Kalk Bay, to Simon’s Town, where you’ll visit the famous penguin colony. Afterward, you’ll drive to the Cape of Good Hope National Park, home to the Cape of Good Hope, and continue along Chapman’s Peak Drive—one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world—to Hout Bay and its small fishing harbor. You’ll return to Cape Town in the late afternoon.
Overnight stay with breakfast – Winchester Hotel (Classic Room) in Cape Town

Day 3: Cape Town
This day is yours to spend at your leisure in Cape Town. Take advantage, for example, of the excellent shopping and dining options at the V&A Waterfront. Ferries to the former prison island of Robben Island also depart from here. Or stroll through the lively city center and Company’s Garden and visit one of the many museums located there. A little further away from the hustle and bustle of the city lie the beautifully landscaped Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and the magnificent wineries of the Constantia Valley. Your tour guide is, of course, available to assist with excursions; however, any admission fees and tastings are not included in the price.
Overnight stay with breakfast – Winchester Hotel (Classic Room) in Cape Town

Day 4: Winelands (approx. 180 km)
After breakfast, you’ll leave the Mother City and head for the charming town of Stellenbosch, nestled in the heart of the Western Cape. The country’s second-oldest town boasts a beautiful historic center with many buildings in the Cape Dutch architectural style. Cafés, restaurants, and shops invite you to stroll and linger. You’ll enjoy a wine tasting at one of the region’s many wineries, and in the afternoon you’ll reach Robertson, which—with its numerous jacaranda trees (blooming in November), oak-lined avenues, and many Victorian buildings—has become one of the most popular Cape Winelands towns.
Overnight stay with half board – Fraai Uitzicht (Superior Garden Suite) in Robertson

Where you stay
The Fraai Uitzicht 1798 wine estate is remarkable in every respect: the restaurant is undoubtedly one of the best in the wider area, the fantastic four-star guest house is beautifully situated in the vineyards and wine has finally been made again since 2006. The 10 rooms have bath/WC, air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, veranda and some have an outdoor shower. The guest house has a pool, beautiful gardens, a restaurant and a wine cellar.

Day 5: Route 62 (approx. 260 km)
Today we continue westward to the charming Karoo town of Montagu. This is where the famous and scenically unique Route 62 begins—the former road connecting Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. This route exudes a certain Wild West atmosphere, hence the similarity in name to the legendary Route 66. Along the way, there will be plenty of time to pay a quick visit to the sometimes quirky bars and pubs along the route, and in the afternoon you’ll arrive at your accommodation in Oudtshoorn.
Overnight stay with breakfast – Hlangana Lodge (Superior Room) in Oudtshoorn

Your Accommodation
You’ll stay at the charming Hlangana Lodge, located on a quiet side street near the town center. The 19 rooms in this Victorian-style property feature a bathroom with toilet, air conditioning, a minibar, a TV, a telephone, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The lodge offers a pool, a restaurant, a terrace, and a beautiful garden.

Day 6: Cango Caves & Ostrich Farm (approx. 130 km)
At dawn, you have the option (for a fee) to experience a family of meerkats in the wild: At sunrise, you’ll set out with an experienced guide to search for the meerkats of the Little Karoo and watch these adorable predators as they start their day (in English, conducted with other participants).

After breakfast, you’ll visit an ostrich farm to get up close and personal with these large, flightless birds and learn many fascinating details about the animals and their breeding during a very informative tour (in English, conducted with other participants). Afterward, you’ll explore the stalactite-filled cave system of the Cango Caves on a guided tour (in English, conducted with other participants). Numerous chambers of the vast cave system offer an impressive variety of enormous stalactite and stalagmite formations. At noon, you’ll leave the arid hinterland via the scenic Outeniqua Pass and reach the lagoon town of Knysna, the heart of the Garden Route.
Overnight stay with half board – Parkes Manor (Lagoon View Suite) in Knysna

Where you stay
You will stay at the time-honored Parkes Manor in Knysna, a stately home in a large park-like garden overlooking the lagoon. After several years of private use, this classic Knysna guest house was reopened in 2013 under the management of SA Travel. The 9 classically and individually furnished rooms have bath/WC, TV, tea/coffee maker, fan, minibar, air conditioning, safe and balcony or terrace. Parkes Manor offers a pool, a fireplace lounge, a bar, a restaurant, a veranda and a large garden area.

Day 7: Knysna
Today is yours to spend as you wish, but your tour guide is, of course, available to assist with excursions in the diverse surrounding area. The Wilderness National Park, for example, is an excellent choice for a day trip. Or drive to the impressive viewpoint on Eastern Head right at the entrance to the lagoon and then enjoy a relaxing day at a beautiful sandy beach. In the evening, round off the day with a leisurely boat tour on the lagoon (in English, conducted with other participants).

Alternatively, you can also take part in optional activities (for a fee, English-speaking, carried out with other people).
Township tour: This takes place in the morning or afternoon and lasts around 3 hours. True to the motto "Meet the locals", you will visit the small township on the outskirts of Knysna. Here you will meet the residents and learn about education, housing and the health system.
Whale watching: On the whale watching tour, you take a small boat out to sea and, with a bit of luck, get up close to the large marine mammals! The tour takes place in the whale season from June to November and you should be seaworthy.
Overnight stay with breakfast - Parkes Manor (Lagoon View Suite) in Knysna

Day 8: Tsitsikamma National Park (approx. 340 km)
Today you’ll explore Tsitsikamma National Park, which—with its hiking trails, beaches, and waterfalls—is part of the Garden Route National Park. In beautiful Nature’s Valley, you’ll have time to relax on the secluded beaches or go for a hike. Afterward, you’ll visit the mouth of the Storms River. A leisurely, short hike takes you here to the famous Suspension Bridge, offering breathtaking views (access to the bridge may be closed due to weather conditions). Last but not least, you’ll stop for a quick visit to the Big Tree, a centuries-old yellowwood tree that stands over 40 meters tall. Afterward, you’ll continue to your beautiful guesthouse near Addo National Park, where you’ll say goodbye to your private tour guide.
Overnight stay with half board – Woodall Country House (Luxury Room) near Addo National Park

Where you stay
Woodall Country House is nestled amidst beautiful citrus gardens very close to Addo Elephant National Park. The peaceful surroundings are also reflected in the luxurious accommodation and attention to detail. The 18 rooms have en-suite facilities, ceiling fan, air-conditioning, private veranda, mini-bar, stereo, safe, telephone, internet access, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, bathrobes and electric blankets for those chilly winter nights. The guest house offers a pool, a sun terrace, a bar, a restaurant and a wellness center (for a fee).

Day 9: Addo Elephant National Park
It’s an early start today, as you’ll go on a game drive in an open-top 4x4 through Addo Elephant National Park (English-speaking guide, shared with other guests). From your vehicle, you’ll have the chance to spot wildlife along riverbanks, dams, and waterholes. The park is South Africa’s westernmost national park and home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. The large elephant population gave the park its name. Around noon, you’ll return to your guesthouse, and the afternoon is yours to spend at your leisure.

Optionally (for a fee) you can also take part in another guided game drive in the Addo National Park in the afternoon (English-speaking, with additional persons)
Overnight stay with half board - Woodall Country House (Luxury Room) at Addo National Park

Day 10: Farewell, South Africa
Today marks the end of your trip, and a driver from our transfer partner (English-speaking) will take you to Port Elizabeth Airport in time for your return flight.