Garden Route & Addo Safari

5-Day Garden Route & Addo Safari Adventure

$1549-2165 USD

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Safari summary

Explore South Africa’s scenic southern coast on this thrilling 5-day adventure from Cape Town or Stellenbosch. From Big Five game drives and dramatic coastal views to forest walks, wildlife encounters, and wine tasting, this tour blends nature, adrenaline, and culture across the Garden Route and Addo Elephant National Park.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	South Africa
	Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights

Photography safari—with professional guide
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Tips and gratuities

What’s not included?

All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Cape Town to Botlierskop Safari

Addo Elephant

Depart Cape Town or Stellenbosch and head east along the scenic Garden Route to Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and the chance to spot wildlife like giraffe, zebra, and rhino. Afterward, check in at your hotel and settle in for the night. Dinner is not included, giving you the freedom to choose your own dining experience.

Knysna Views, Ziplines & Tsitsikam

Addo Elephant

After breakfast, visit the Knysna Heads for panoramic coastal views. Enjoy optional activities like the Waterfall zipline or the Bloukrans bungy—the highest bridge jump in the world. Later, stretch your legs with a nature walk in Tsitsikamma National Park. Dinner is for your own account at a local restaurant or lodge.

Beach Activities & Addo Safari

Addo Elephant

Following breakfast, enjoy free time or choose an optional morning activity such as surfing or horseback riding on the beach. In the afternoon, journey to Addo Elephant National Park for a Big Five game drive. After wildlife spotting, check into the charming Gerald’s Gift Guesthouse. Dinner is not included, giving you flexibility to dine locally.

Cango Caves & Elephant Encounters

Addo Elephant

Begin with breakfast, then explore the incredible Cango Caves, an underground wonder of limestone formations. You’ll also have the option to visit Buffelsdrift Game Reserve for an elephant experience (subject to availability). For dinner, enjoy a local restaurant meal or opt for a traditional South African braai experience (own account).

Ostriches, Wine Tasting & Return

Addo Elephant

Enjoy breakfast before heading to an ostrich farm for an up-close look at these curious birds. Then travel along the scenic Route 62, stopping at a local winery for a tasting of regional wines. The tour ends with a comfortable transfer back to Cape Town or Stellenbosch, concluding your unforgettable Garden Route and Addo adventure.

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