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Start your 10-day Garden Route adventure in Cape Town, where you’ll immerse yourself in the local history, culture, and the stunning beauty of the city. Explore the Cape Winelands and take in the amazing landscapes shaped by the ocean and weather. If you’re an adventurer at heart, you’ll love the range of activities on offer. And for those wanting to extend the journey, you can catch a flight from Port Elizabeth to Kruger National Park to experience the Big Five up close in their natural habitat.
Days Highlights / Activites:
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport (CTIA), your local guide and driver will welcome you and accompany you throughout your journey.
Settle into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxing evening as you prepare for the exciting adventure ahead in one of the world’s most beautiful cities.
Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope: Start your day with a scenic drive to the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula. Visit Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, both offering stunning coastal views and rich history.
Hout Bay & Seal Island Cruise: Take a boat cruise from Hout Bay to Seal Island, where you can see a large colony of seals in their natural habitat.
Boulders Beach: Visit the famous Boulders Beach and get up close with the playful African penguins.
Simon’s Town & Kalk Bay: Explore the charming coastal towns of Simon’s Town and Kalk Bay, full of history, local shops, and vibrant culture.
Muizenberg Beach: End the day with a stroll along the iconic Muizenberg Beach, known for its colourful beach huts and perfect surf spots.
Table Mountain: Take the cable car up to Table Mountain (weather permitting) and enjoy panoramic views of Cape Town and its surrounding areas, including Robben Island.
Company Gardens: Explore the beautiful Company Gardens, a historic space filled with lush greenery and beautiful sculptures.
Bo-Kaap: Discover the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, famous for its vibrant houses and rich Malay culture.
Eat with the Locals: Enjoy an authentic South African meal with local hosts, tasting traditional dishes and learning about the diverse culinary heritage.
Wine Tasting: Spend the day in the picturesque Cape Winelands, visiting top wine estates and sampling some of the finest wines South Africa has to offer.
Chocolate Tasting: Indulge in a chocolate tasting experience, where you can savor artisanal chocolates paired with local wines.
Cheetah Outreach & Lion Park: Visit a Cheetah Outreach program and learn about efforts to conserve these magnificent creatures. Then head to a Lion Park, where you’ll see lions up close in a safe environment.
N2 Scenic Drive: Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes along the N2 as you journey towards the Garden Route.
Cape St. Blair Lighthouse & Scenic Beaches: Begin the day with a visit to the Cape St. Blair Lighthouse, followed by a stop at some of the stunning beaches along the coast.
Hiking & Eco Tours: For nature lovers, enjoy scenic hiking trails or opt for a whale-watching eco tour in Hermanus, one of the best places in the world to spot Southern Right Whales (seasonal).
Drive to Oudtshoorn: After a day filled with natural wonders, continue your journey to Oudtshoorn, known for its ostrich farms and striking landscapes.
Cango Caves: Explore the fascinating Cango Caves, a series of ancient limestone caverns filled with impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
Ostrich Farm & Ride: Visit an Ostrich Farm and learn about the world’s largest bird.
Cango Wildlife Ranch: Visit the Cango Wildlife Ranch, home to endangered species like cheetahs and crocodiles, and enjoy a chance to interact with these incredible animals.
Meerkat Tours: Experience a unique meerkat tour and watch these charming creatures in their natural habitat.
Scenic Drive: End the day with a beautiful drive through either Outeniqua Pass or Robertson Pass, both offering incredible mountain views.
Knysna Waterfront & Shopping: Explore the Knysna Waterfront, a bustling area filled with shops, galleries, and restaurants offering local crafts and fresh seafood.
Whale Watching & Boat Cruises: Head out on a whale-watching cruise (seasonal) or take a boat ride to explore the scenic Knysna Heads, where the lagoon meets the ocean.
Biking & Hiking: For the adventurous, enjoy biking and hiking trails through the stunning landscapes of the Garden of Eden.
Elephant Park: Visit the Knysna Elephant Park to learn about these majestic creatures and even interact with them up close.
Bloukrans Bungee & Canopy Tours: Thrill-seekers can try the world-famous Bloukrans Bungee Jump, or enjoy a canopy tour through the Tsitsikamma forest, experiencing the beauty of the lush green surroundings.
Storms River Suspension Bridge: Walk across the iconic Storms River Suspension Bridge, offering stunning views of the river gorge below.
Plettenberg Bay: Relax on the beautiful beaches of Plettenberg Bay or enjoy a walk along the shore.
Optional Activities: For those interested in even more adventure, you can try black water rafting or explore the local area by bike.
After an incredible journey along the Garden Route, it’s time to head to Port Elizabeth Airport for your departure.
Greater Cape Town Area – Port Elizabeth Airport
Full day tours of Cape Town, Table mountain, penguins , townships etc. transfers to golf courses. - We were in Cape Town for 7 days. We had the same driver for the whole period, including transfers from airport.
Nathan- what a great bloke.... read more Not only punctual and amenable, but so knowledgeable of the geography and history of the area, having lived through the apartheid era.
We visited Cape Town on a cruise ship and had limited time. We booked two 'tours' with Cathy, one on the evening of our arrival and one the next morning,... read more which included a transfer to the airport. We have nothing but praise for Cathy. She...More
I visited Cape Town in august 2019. Nathan was a brilliant tour guide! He showed us around Cape Town and took us to many amazing places such as Cape of... read more Good Hope, Boulders Beach (penguins!) Table Mountain and Stellenbosch to mention a few. Nathan was very knowledable and had a great sense of humor which made these incredible days even better. He was also always on time, patient and knew all the best photo stops. I would highly recommend this company and Nathan.
We spent nine days in Cape Town and four days with Cathy. She is a wonderful person and guide. We were a family of five between 15 and 70 years... read more and she made it interresting for everyone. Thanks to her we know the history of Cape Town and the people that live there. We had a wonderful trip to the winelands and the Cape Peninsula. She also took care of transport to the airport. Highly recommended!!
We were on a 12 day tour with Gate 1 and had one free day in CapeTown. We had read very good reviews of Cathy and opted to book a... read more tour with her to Cape Agulhas. At our request we stoped at the Cheetah outreach in Somerset, drove through beautiful farm land on our way to the cape, and on the way back stoped at Hermanes to see several wales. The coastal drive back to CapeTown was very picturesque. Cathy is very knowlegable, and totally adjusted the tour to our needs and wishes. We highly recommend her.
Thank you, Cathy
My boyfriend and I did a trip with Cathy to Cape Agulhas. Best trip I've had in Cape Town so far! Cathy was so patient with us and had a... read more deep knowledge and love for her country. She is one of the most optimistic people...More
Very grateful to you Cathy. You gave my girlfriend Lynne and I a time of our lives. Your "Personal" tag came to life literally. Our drive to L'Agulhas was both... read more entertaining and educating. You have a very good heart that culminates to one getting a...More
We were on a 12 day tour with Gate 1 and had one free day in CapeTown. We had read very good reviews of Cathy and opted to book a... read more tour with her to Cape Agulhas. At our request we stoped at the Cheetah outreach in Somerset, drove through beautiful farm land on our way to the cape, and on the way back stoped at Hermanes to see several wales. The coastal drive back to CapeTown was very picturesque. Cathy is very knowlegable, and totally adjusted the tour to our needs and wishes. We highly recommend her.
Thank you, Cathy
Great vibes - We had Kurt and Nathan show us around cape town and cape of good hope, such a friendly and knowledgeable guide! Great choices for driving route with ample photo opportunities... read more and insightful stories about South-African history. 10/10
I took our whole family, children, grandchildren to Cape town for 5 days. I contacted a number of tour agents but selected Cathy based on her reviews and costings. We... read more emailed each other for at least 6 months to finalise the itinerary, where to eat...More
Myself and my family visited Cape Town for the first time this winter, and we cound not have been anymore satisfied with our stay. We went on three different full... read more day trips with Cathy and Jillian, and we were all amazed over their knowledge and...More
Amazing - This tour was amazing. We got to see a lot of beautiful places, and our tour guide Nathan was so kind and helpful. He answered all of our questions and... read more he knew a lot of exciting things that he told us while driving differensiert places. Will defintley book this firm for another tour. ☺️
The best tour guides and drivers I have ever had (after having visited >70 countries). They are patient, kind, informative, flexible, professional, personal, genuine and know how to read people,... read more ie give you just enough information and just enough space and time to explore on...More
The sights were amazing and our guide, Cathy, was truly informative and accommodating. She went out of her way to ensure we covered all the places in our itinerary despite... read more the weather. The vehicle was also very comfortable and spacious for the 5 of us....More
Cathy Oosterwyk, owner and CEO of Cathy's Tours, personally escorted us on a wonderful tour of the Winelands around Cape Town. My husband and I booked a getaway from... read more our rather large tour group and opted for this personal experience, just us and Cathy. We visited the Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch area wineries. The pace of the tour, selection of the wineries, stops in two charming towns and Cathy's narrative couldn't have been better. We're so happy to have chosen Cathy to guide us. It was a perfect day.
My wife and I had a five day tour arranged with Nathan. Showing us how beautiful Cape Town and the surrounding areas is probably isn't the hardest job in the... read more world, but Nathan made what would've been a great trip anyway even better. He was...More
Me and my boyfriend visited Cape Town for 4 days. We had the pleasure of spending all of those days with our guide Nathan from Fair Cape Meander. We visited... read more so many places and learnt so much. The whole trip was very personal, being only...More
By far the best experience we had in South Africa!! We wanted to visit Cape Agulhas combined with a Hermanus visit -since they are located so close- but for some... read more reason (I guess the long distance) there are very few companies organizing this tour. While...More