Kruger Park & Garden Route

ABOUT THIS TRIP

Experience South Africa’s top highlights on this compact tour. First, discover the scenic highlights of the Panorama Route. Next, go on a safari in the famous Kruger National Park. Along the Garden Route, dense forests, beautiful lakes and lagoons, and endless beaches await you. In the arid semi-desert of the Little Karoo, you’ll visit an ostrich farm and the Cango Caves. Of course, Cape Town, the Cape Peninsula, and the wine regions are also must-sees.

You don't want to drive yourself, but a small group tour doesn't have the right start date for you and a privately guided tour is too expensive? Then our English-speaking chauffeur-driven tours are just the right alternative. Your private chauffeur will take you from place to place, where you will then take part in privately guided day activities and excursions (with the exception of game viewing activities with other people). However, you do not have the all-round support of a continuous tour guide. All chauffeur-driven tours can start daily and can be adapted to your wishes at any point beforehand. The more people take part in your own chauffeur-driven tour, the lower the price per person.

OVERNIGHT STATIONS

• 3x Hazyview
• 4x Knysna
• 4x Cape Town

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

• 11x overnight stay in the Comfort ***/**** category
• 11 breakfasts, 3 dinners
• Regional flights according to program
• private transfers according to program
• Day tour Panorama Route
• Day game drive Kruger Park
• Day tour Knysna and surroundings
• Day tour Oudtshoorn Highlights
• Half day tour Cape Town City
• Day tour Cape Peninsula
• Day tour wine regions
• Comprehensive travel documents according to the booked tour itinerary
• Local offices with 24-hour hotline (German/English)
• Travel insurance certificate

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

• Meals not mentioned
• not mentioned or optional activities
• Long-haul flights
• Entrance fees and conservation fees not mentioned
• other personal expenses, tips
• personal travel insurance
• Continuous tour guide

DAY 1: JOHANNESBURG

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO HAZYVIEW

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

For an additional fee, this route can also be flown from Johannesburg.

DAY 1 TO DAY 4:

HAZYVIEW

Hazyview is ideally located between the scenically unique Panorama Route and the world-famous Kruger Park. From here you can take day trips to the Blyde River Canyon, the Bourkes Luck Potholes and various waterfalls as well as to the Big Five and all other African wildlife. It is also possible to discover the highlights of the Panorama Route or the Kruger Park on the way to or from the private game reserves.

You will stay at the comfortable Böhms Zeederberg Country House, which is nestled in beautiful natural surroundings in the picturesque Sabie Valley near the small town of Hazyview. The ten detached chalets are spread over spacious subtropical grounds with unique views over the valley. The chalets have a bathroom/WC, air conditioning, a tea/coffee maker, a minibar and a veranda. The Family Suites also have a sofa bed. The guest house offers a pool, a restaurant, a bar, a fireplace lounge, a garden area, a wine cellar and free WLAN in the main building.

BÖHMS ZEEDERBERG COUNTRY HOUSE (GARDEN CHALET)

3X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH HALF BOARD

DAY 2: HAZYVIEW

FULL DAY PANORAMA TOUR

You take part in a day tour to the highlights of the Panorama Route. Of course, the world-famous Blyde River Canyon is on the program, including breathtaking views of the Three Rondawels and the Lowveld. You will also discover the Bourkes Luck Potholes, as well as the former gold mining town of Pilgrims Rest.

In the cozy little town of Graskop, you have the opportunity to have lunch and visit some souvenir stalls. The region is known for its countless waterfalls, including Berlin Falls and Lisbon Falls.

You will be picked up at your accommodation at around 09:00 (please note the exact pick-up time in your tour book). The tour takes about seven hours. The entrance fees for the attractions are included in the price. Lunch is optional. The tour language is English and the tour is conducted with additional people. The tour takes place in a closed vehicle.

DAY 3: HAZYVIEW

FULL DAY KRUGER SAFARI EXPERIENCE

You will take part in a full-day excursion in an open off-road vehicle into the national Kruger Park. You will preferably stay in the southern part of the park, as this is where the animal population is densest. Your professional ranger will bring you very close to the animals, a first-class safari experience.

The park is home to more than 150 different mammal species including the so-called "Big Five", i.e. lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. Over 500 different bird species as well as many reptiles and amphibians make the Kruger Park the ultimate wildlife experience.

You will be picked up at your accommodation early in the morning (please note the pick-up time in your tour book). The safari takes about eight to nine hours. Conservation fees for the Kruger Park are included in the price. You can have a breakfast pack packed by your accommodation, lunch is optional. The tour language is English and the tour is conducted with additional people. The safari takes place in an open off-road vehicle. The transfer to and from Kruger Park can be done in a closed vehicle.

DAY 4: HAZYVIEW

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO NELSPRUIT AIRPORT

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

DAY 4: NELSPRUIT

ONEWAY FLIGHT TO GEORGE VIA JOHANNESBURG

A domestic or regional flight is the fastest and most convenient way to cover longer distances in southern Africa. Thanks to various competitors, there is a dense network of scheduled flights to a total of more than 25 airports. All local airlines fly with modern aircraft that meet the highest safety standards and are of course regularly maintained, just like in Europe.

The flight is operated in Economy Class. Depending on the airline, only one piece of checked baggage weighing 20kg to 23kg and one piece of hand baggage are permitted per person. You will receive details with your travel documents. Additional baggage, seat reservations and other services can be booked at very reasonable prices. We recommend arriving at international airports such as Windhoek, Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town at least two hours before departure; at smaller regional airports, 90 minutes is sufficient.

DAY 4: GEORGE

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO KNYSNA

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

DAY 4 TO DAY 8:

KNYSNA

You continue to the small town of Knysna with its famous lagoon, which is only connected to the Indian Ocean by a small strait. A boat trip on the lagoon is a real highlight. Knysna is the center of the Garden Route and offers many opportunities for daytime activities. The dense forests in the hinterland or the beautiful coastal sections are ideal for hiking, the nearby beaches for swimming and relaxing. From June to November, you may be lucky enough to spot whales. The town itself and the small waterfront with its cafés, stores and boutiques also invite you to stroll and linger.

The Knysna Log-Inn consists of two buildings facing each other, constructed in a rustic wooden style, and is centrally located on Gray Street. Several shopping centers, the Waterfront on the lagoon, and countless cafés and restaurants are just a few minutes’ walk away. The rooms feature a bathroom with a toilet, air conditioning, a safe, a TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. The 50 Standard Rooms are located in the Graywood wing. The 50 Luxury and Deluxe Rooms are located in the Log-Inn wing. The hotel offers two pools, a bar, a restaurant, and a coffee shop.

KNYSNA LOG INN (GRAYWOOD ROOM)

4X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 5: KNYSNA

KNYSNA & NATURE PRIVATE DAY TOUR

You will be picked up at your accommodation in Knysna at 9 am. You will first visit the famous Garden Of Eden, an easily accessible section of rainforest where you will learn a lot about the indigenous flora, from oversized Yellowwood trees to small ferns. The drive then takes you to the western part of the Tsitsikamma National Park in the beautiful Natures Valley, where you take a walk along the beach in a paradisiacal setting. There is also a beautiful viewpoint, although this involves a few meters of elevation gain.

Continue along the unique coastline of the Keurbooms River Lagoon to the picturesque vacation resort of Plettenberg Bay. After a short stroll through the town or along the beach, head to a cozy restaurant overlooking the ocean for lunch (lunch optional). The drive then takes you back to Knysna, where you first drive along the impressive lagoon to the Eastern Head. From here you have a unique view over the lagoon, the town and the open sea. The last stop is the lively waterfront of Knysna, where you have the opportunity to take a leisurely boat trip on the lagoon (boat trip optional and subject to availability). You will be dropped off back at your accommodation at around 5 pm.

The tour language is English, no other people take part. The entrance fees (conservation fees) are already included in the tour price. Lunch and the boat trip are not included in the tour price.

DAY 6: KNYSNA

OUDTSHOORN PRIVATE DAY TOUR

You will be picked up at your accommodation in Knysna at 8:30 am. Your journey first takes you along the beautiful coastline of Sedgefield and Wilderness with their beautiful lake landscapes and dense forests in the hinterland. Now you leave the green coast and drive over the imposing Outeniqua Mountains into the dry semi-desert of the Klein Karoo. A stop at a local ostrich farm is now on the program. Oudtshoorn is the ostrich capital of South Africa. Here you will learn a lot about the rearing of the largest flightless birds in the world. Continue to Karusa Wine Estate, where you can taste up to five of the locally produced wines. For those less interested in wine, the estate also has its own brewery with interesting craft beers (all tastings optional). Afterwards, you have the opportunity to have lunch at the winery (lunch optional). The winery is closed on Sundays and public holidays, when an alternative program takes place.

Your next stop is the Cango Caves, a unique stalactite cave landscape located just outside Oudtshoorn in the idyllic Schoemanshoek Valley. Here you embark on a fairly easy guided tour through huge caves and narrow passages (no climbing or crawling). You leave the dry semi-desert and drive back to the coast to Wilderness, where you make a short photo stop at the beautiful beach. You will be dropped off back at your accommodation in Knysna at around 17:30.

The tour language is English, no other people take part. The entrance fees for the Cango Caves and the ostrich farm are included in the tour price. The wine or beer tasting and lunch are not included in the tour price.

DAY 7: KNYSNA

FEATHERBED ECO EXPERIENCE

OPTIONALLY BOOKABLE FROM 110 € PER PERSON

On this half-day excursion, discover the most beautiful private nature reserve on the Garden Route, the Featherbed Nature Reserve, a paradise not only for bird lovers.

We take a boat across the Knysna lagoon to the reserve below the Western Head, the western boundary of the lagoon from the open sea. A four-wheel drive vehicle takes you through the beautiful nature and to spectacular viewpoints. Afterwards, enjoy a picnic in the open air under old Milkwood trees. You then have the option of walking back to the jetty through the forest and along ancient caves. The boat will then take you back towards the Knysna Waterfront.

The excursion starts in the late morning near the Knysna waterfront and takes about four hours. A light lunch is included. The tour is in English and is conducted with additional people.

This service can be booked for an additional charge.

DAY 7: KNYSNA

ROBBERG COASTAL PRIVATE HALF DAY HIKE

OPTIONALLY BOOKABLE FROM 95 € PER PERSON

You will be picked up at your accommodation in Knysna. The drive heads east towards Plettenberg Bay to the Robberg Nature Reserve. The small nature reserve forms a peninsula in front of the elongated bay of Plettenberg Bay and enjoys UNESCO World Heritage status. There are always great views of the sea and, with a bit of luck, you may spot seals, dolphins or even whales (June to November).

You set off on the approximately 5.5 km long Witsand circular hiking trail and have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful surroundings time and again. The Robberg Nature Reserve is one of the most beautiful coastal reserves on the entire Garden Route. After around four hours, you will be dropped off at your accommodation in Knysna.

The tour language is English, no other people take part. Drinking water and entrance fees are included in the tour price. This is a moderate hike, you should be sure-footed. Sturdy shoes, clothing suitable for the weather and sun protection are essential. The hike can be started at 9:00 am or 2:00 pm.

This service can be booked for an additional charge.

DAY 8: KNYSNA

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO CAPE TOWN

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

DAY 8 TO DAY 12:

CAPE TOWN

Welcome to the Mother City. Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. To get an overview, your first excursion should be to Table Mountain. A drive along Chapmans Peak Drive, an impressive coastal road that leads past the penguin colony at Boulders Beach to the Cape of Good Hope, is also a must. On the way, you can visit the oldest wine estates on the Cape in Constantia. The V&A Waterfront is inviting with its countless stores and restaurants. The ferries to the former prison island of Robben Island also depart from here. On weekdays, you can explore the city center, the colourful Bo-Kaap district and the Company's Garden on foot without hesitation.

You will stay at Head South Lodge, a small owner-managed boutique hotel in Green Point, just a few minutes' walk from the beach promenade, Green Point Park and various restaurants. The V&A Waterfront can be reached in about five minutes by car. The 22 rooms have a bathroom/WC, a TV, air conditioning, a safe and free WLAN. The Deluxe Rooms are more spacious than the Luxury Rooms. The hotel offers a plunge pool, a veranda, a breakfast room, a lounge and an honesty bar.

HEAD SOUTH LODGE (LUXURY ROOM)

4X OVERNIGHT STAY WITH BREAKFAST

DAY 9: CAPE TOWN

HALF DAY CITY TOUR

Cape Town, the "Mother City" and oldest city in South Africa, is rightly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The highlights of the city are waiting to be explored by you. You will be picked up at your accommodation and visit the city's landmark, the famous Table Mountain (weather permitting). Please note that the cable car ticket is exclusive here, as Table Mountain may be closed due to weather conditions. After these breathtaking impressions, you will head to the city center. Here you will see the colorful Bo-Kaap district, the Castle of Good Hope, the Companys Garden and other historic buildings.

The tour lasts approximately 3-4 hours, is conducted in English, and includes other participants. For both the morning and afternoon tours, you will be picked up at your accommodation and dropped off there again. You will be informed of the exact pick-up time one day in advance by your accommodation. Drinks, meals, and the cable car ticket for Table Mountain are optional. The individual highlights can be visited in a different order.

DAY 10: CAPE TOWN

FULL DAY CAPE PENINSULA TOUR

You will be picked up at your accommodation and set off on a day trip to the beautiful Cape Peninsula. First stop in Muizenberg and marvel at the colorful bath houses, which are a popular photo motif. Continue along False Bay via Kalk Bay to Simon's Town, where you will visit the famous penguin colony on Boulders Beach (admission optional). Continue to the Cape of Good Hope National Park with the Cape of Good Hope and its typical Cape flora and fauna (admission included). Via Chapmans Peak Drive, one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world, you continue to Hout Bay with its small fishing harbor, where you can take a boat trip to the seal banks of Duiker Island (subject to time and optional). You return to Cape Town in the late afternoon and are dropped off at your accommodation.

The tour is conducted in English and includes other participants. You will be picked up at your accommodation in the morning and dropped off there again in the late afternoon. You will be informed of the exact pick-up time one day in advance at your accommodation. Drinks, meals, admission to the penguin colony, and the seal boat trip are optional. The individual highlights can be visited in a different order. Chapman's Peak Drive may be closed due to weather conditions, in which case an alternative route will be taken.

DAY 11: CAPE TOWN

FULL DAY WINELANDS TOUR

You will be picked up at your accommodation and set off on a day trip to the beautiful Cape Winelands. First you will reach Stellenbosch and take a stroll through the historic old town with its many listed buildings in the Cape Dutch architectural style. You will then enjoy a wine tasting at one of the many wine estates and visit the wine cellar. Continue to Paarl, where you will also enjoy a wine tasting and visit Nelson Mandela's former prison accommodation. The last stop is Franschhoek, where you visit the Huguenot Memorial and enjoy another wine tasting at a local winery. You return to Cape Town via the spectacular Helshoogte Pass, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation in the late afternoon.

The tour is in English and is conducted with other people (some departures are conducted in two languages (German/English)). You will be picked up at your accommodation at around 8:30 am and dropped off there again at around 5:00 pm. Drinks and meals are optional. The individual highlights can be visited in an alternative order.

DAY 12: CAPE TOWN

ONEWAY TRANSFER TO CPT AIRPORT

In the case of a transfer from your accommodation, you will be picked up at the entrance of your guesthouse, lodge or hotel at the agreed time. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation or at the airport.

For transfers from the airport, you will be met personally in the arrivals hall. Please look out for a person carrying a sign with your name on it. If an explicit pick-up point or meeting point is mentioned in your tour book, please go there. You will be driven to your destination and dropped off at your accommodation.

This private transfer is operated by a qualified English-speaking driver. The vehicle is air-conditioned and corresponds to your private group size, there are no other passengers. The transfer company has all the necessary licenses and insurance for its vehicles and drivers to guarantee legal passenger transportation (no Uber or similar). For long-distance transfers, toilet and catering stops are made as required (catering not included in the price).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS TRIP

All prices quoted are subject to availability prior to booking and are based on the stated number of participants. Errors and omissions excepted. Alternative availability, seasonal overlaps, or exchange rate fluctuations may lead to price changes. Please request your personalized tour offer with your desired travel dates. This tour offer excludes flights (except for regional flights in southern Africa explicitly stated in the offer).

The child rate applies to one child under the age of 12 staying in their parents' room. One child under the age of two stays free of charge. For children aged 12 and over, the adult rate generally applies. Not all accommodation allows children of all ages.

We recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance and travel health insurance to cover the costs of assistance, including repatriation in the event of accident, illness or death. We can provide a corresponding offer on request.

A passport is required to enter the country. Depending on your nationality, you may need to apply for a visa in advance. Minors under the age of 18 may need to carry additional documents. We will inform you of the exact requirements before you book. Travelers who have stayed in an area at risk of yellow fever must provide proof of a yellow fever vaccination.

The regions around the Kruger Park, the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and eastern Eswatini are malaria endangered areas.

This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Please ask for suitable offers.

The organizer of this trip is South Africa Travel GmbH & Co. KG, Buddestraße 9, 33602 Bielefeld, Germany, Tel +49 521 33676880.

APPROXIMATE ADDITIONAL COSTS THAT ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

Long-haul flights to Southern Africa in Economy Class cost from EUR 900, while prices can be well over EUR 1000 in the high season. Flights in Premium Economy Class are available from 1500 EUR, in Business Class flights cost from 2500 EUR (per person for outward and return flights). All prices are average values depending on the airline and season. The actual prices at a given time depend on the number of bookings and may vary. Early booking is recommended, especially in the high season.

A light lunch costs about 5 EUR (small salad, soup) to 8 EUR (pizza, pasta, burger) per person; dinner costs about 10 EUR (pizza, pasta, burger, large salad) to over 12 EUR (steak, fish) up to 22 EUR (three-course meal) per person. Coffee, tea, beer, or soft drinks cost about 1.70 EUR per cup or glass. Prices may vary up or down depending on the region or type of restaurant.

Entrance fees to national parks cost between EUR 5 and EUR 25 per person per day, depending on the size and popularity of the park. Entrance fees to museums or other attractions cost between EUR 3 and EUR 20 per person. Children under the age of 12 usually pay half price.