6-Day Cape Town to Garden Route Tour – South Africa Safari
Experience the ultimate South Africa Safari adventure on this fully inclusive and budget-friendly 6-day Cape Town to Garden Route Tour. Designed for nature lovers and thrill-seekers, this tour explores the best of South Africa’s coast, countryside, and wildlife, all in one unforgettable road trip.
Quick Overview
From the vibrant city of Cape Town, journey along the picturesque Garden Route to the rugged coastlines of Hermanus, the ostrich capital of Oudtshoorn, and the wildlife-rich Addo Elephant Park. This action-packed South Africa Safari includes incredible optional activities like shark cage diving, bungee jumping, and skydiving, as well as canoeing, hiking, and Big Five game viewing.
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Cape Town to Hermanus & Cape Agulhas
Depart Cape Town via the scenic Cape Whale Coast route. Stop at Betty’s Bay to visit the African penguin colony, then explore Hermanus—famous for whale watching. End the day at Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa. Overnight in Struisbaai.
- Included Meals: Dinner
- Included Activity: Penguin viewing at Betty’s Bay
- Optional Activities: Shark cage diving, whale watching (seasonal)
Day 2: Cape Agulhas to Oudtshoorn via Route 62
Travel the iconic Route 62 into the Little Karoo. Enjoy a wine tasting and lunch at a local winery before arriving in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital. Experience a sunset ostrich farm tour and stay at a game lodge surrounded by stunning mountain scenery.
- Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Included Activities: Wine tasting, sunset ostrich farm tour
Day 3: Oudtshoorn to Wilderness & Sedgefield
Drive over the Outeniqua Mountains to Wilderness National Park. Canoe the Touw River and hike to a beautiful waterfall. Spend the afternoon in Sedgefield, a serene coastal town known for its natural charm.
- Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Included Activities: Canoeing and hiking in Wilderness National Park
Day 4: Sedgefield to Knysna, Tsitsikamma & Addo
Visit Knysna Heads, then head to Bloukrans Bridge for the world’s highest bungee jump. Continue to Tsitsikamma National Park for hiking, coastal views, and forest adventures. Overnight near Addo Elephant Park.
- Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Included Activity: Entrance to Tsitsikamma National Park
- Optional Activities: Bungee jumping, treetop canopy tour
Day 5: Addo Elephant Park Safari
Embark on a thrilling game drive in Addo Elephant National Park, home to over 600 elephants and a wide array of other wildlife. Return to the Garden Route for a relaxing evening near Wilderness or Mossel Bay.
- Included Activity: Addo game drive in tour vehicle
- Optional Activity: Open vehicle safari with Addo Field Guide
Day 6: Wilderness & Mossel Bay to Cape Town
After breakfast at the George Farmers’ Market, explore Mossel Bay. Visit the Diaz Museum and hike along the Cape St. Blaize trail. Optional sandboarding or tandem skydiving. Return to Cape Town via Stellenbosch in the evening.
- Included Meals: Breakfast
- Optional Activities: Tandem skydiving, sandboarding
Additional Info
This South Africa Safari tour is ideal for active, adventurous travelers aged 18–65. Private tour options and shorter 5-day versions are available. Accommodation ranges from dorm-style lodges to guesthouses, with upgrade options available.
Optional Extras
- Shark Cage Diving in Gansbaai
- Whale Watching Boat Trip (in season)
- Bloukrans Bungee Jump
- Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour
- Open Vehicle Addo Safari
- Tandem Skydiving in Mossel Bay
- Sandboarding in Mossel Bay
Join this Cape Town to Garden Route adventure for an unforgettable South Africa Safari filled with stunning landscapes, exciting wildlife, and endless adventure.