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Situated between the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains and the sparkling Indian Ocean, this lush 200 km coastal plain offers one of the most spectacular drives in the world.
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Pristine, deserted beaches, world-class golf courses, ancient forests, renowned surf spots.
Garden Route
Situated between the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains and the sparkling Indian Ocean, this lush 200km coastal plain between Mossel Bay and Storms River Mouth offers one of the most spectacular drives in the world. Visitors typically stay in the heart of the Garden Route - either in Knysna (with its picturesque lagoon) or neighboring Plettenberg Bay (famous for its outstanding beaches) - and then spend a few days exploring its many attractions. Whether you are looking for pristine, deserted beaches, world-class golf courses, ancient forests, renowned surf spots, exceptional nature reserves, excellent hiking opportunities or thrilling outdoor adventures such as bungee jumping or ziplining, the Garden Route has it all.
Safaris with this Highlight
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From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth - would you like an experienced chauffeur with extensive knowledge of the country and its people? You enjoy the landscape, the good food and the excellent wines.
15 daysfrom 1.347 €
From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth - Discover South Africa with the family and children, we have planned the routing and accommodation for you. The stages are planned to be family-friendly and child-friendly.
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From P. Elizabeth to Cape Town - Small & charming accommodations along the sub-tropical Garden Route characterize this self-drive tour. A few days in Cape Town round off the experience.
13 daysfrom 1.498 €
From Johannesburg to Cape Town - Small & charming accommodations from Kruger Park to the Cape of Good Hope characterize this self-drive tour. A few days in Cape Town round off the experience.
21 daysfrom 1.347 €
From Cape Town to Johannesburg - a kaleidoscope of different regions and landscapes, including the Cape of Good Hope and Kruger National Park.
15 daysfrom 3.820 €
From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth - would you like an experienced chauffeur with extensive knowledge of the country and its people? You enjoy the landscape, the good food and the excellent wines.
15 daysfrom 1.347 €
From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth - Discover South Africa with the family and children, we have planned the routing and accommodation for you. The stages are planned to be family-friendly and child-friendly.
7 daysfrom 718 €
Your journey begins at the charming guesthouse, discover the Cape metropolis of Cape Town on your own by rental car and then drive through the semi-desert to the safari lodge. The Big 5...
9 daysfrom 2.176 €
In a small group of up to 12 people: discover the dream destination of Cape Town in combination with the Garden Route.
15 daysfrom 1.764 €
From Cape Town to Cape Town - travel at a leisurely pace along the Garden Route, enjoy charming accommodation and experience your own road movie in a hire car
7 daysfrom 789 €
From Johannesburg to Durban, you set your own pace, stay in hand-picked accommodation and discover the diversity and beauty of nature anew every day in a rental car.
10 daysfrom 1.108 €
From Port Elizabeth to Cape Town - travel at a leisurely pace along the Garden Route, enjoy charming accommodation and experience real safari adventures.
15 daysfrom 1.569 €
From Johannesburg to Cape Town - experience the Rainbow Nation for yourself by rental car, there is so much to discover! We take care of your arrangements - you enjoy...
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