About this trip
Five days along the Garden Route with a chauffeur driver who stays with you throughout, covering Cape Town's surrounds down to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa. Overnights are in Knysna and Oudtshoorn, with accommodation in guest houses, lodges or apartments and breakfast included daily.
This is a slower-paced, comfort-focused way to see the region rather than a self-drive scramble — a private game reserve safari, the Cango Caves, ostrich farms, ancient forests and coastal walks are all worked into an easy rhythm, with some lunches and dinners and entry fees to attractions included.
There's time built in for the small pleasures too — oysters, regional wines, fresh juices, and a browse around the Knysna Waterfront — alongside the bigger sights like whales and dolphins off Mossel Bay.
What you'll do
- Wildlife safari at a private game reserve
- Stand at Cape Agulhas, the southern tip of Africa
- See African penguins up close
- Explore the Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn
- Boat cruise to the Knysna Heads
- Watch for dolphins and whales at Mossel Bay
- A chauffeur driver/guide stays with you for the whole tour
- Minimum of 2 adults required for the tour to run — solo travellers should enquire before booking
- An optional extra day can be added to visit Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Penguin Colony, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak and Table Mountain
Worth it if you want a comprehensive South Africa overview with a genuinely knowledgeable guide. Think twice if long driving days exhaust you—1400km over five days is substantial.
- Paul is exceptionally knowledgeable, considerate, and adaptable; guests consistently praise his driving and willingness to tailor the itinerary.
- The tour covers roughly 1400km across five days, meaning long stretches in the vehicle—manageable but worth knowing upfront.
- Accommodation is clean, spacious, with decent breakfasts; some hotels described as spectacular. Lunch stops well-timed and thoughtfully placed.
- Garden Route, Route 62, and Oudtshoorn highlights all covered; wine tasting included. Efficiently hits major boxes for first-time visitors.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cape Town · 31 Jul – 1 Aug
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