
Cape Coast Self Drive
This self-drive, covering the main bases of Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, the Garden Route and a malaria-free safari in the Eastern Cape, is a one of South Africa's most well-trodden tourist routes and for good reason. With excellent roads, incredibly beautiful and diverse scenery along the way and a seemingly never-ending list of activities and attractions, it is a world-in-one-holiday. Cape Town first. Whilst staying at your boutique guesthouse, Kensington Place, explore the city’s many famous sights from Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront to the penguins at Boulder’s Beach.
Enjoy a slow drive through to the gastronomic heartland of South Africa that is the Cape Winelands. Staying at Leeu Estates, an exclusive 5-star boutique hotel offering fine dining and exquisite gardens. In the scenic Garden Route region, you will be based at Kanonkop House, occupying an enviable position overlooking the Knysna Lagoon with panoramic views stretching all the way to the famous Knysna Heads and Indian Ocean. Conclude with an exhilarating malaria-free Big 5 safari in Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Staying at the luxury tented Shamwari Bayethe Lodge. Enjoy exhilarating game drives, guided nature walks and sundowners in the bush. For a behind the scenes glimpse into the conservation efforts of Shamwari visit the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre or one of the reserve’s Born Free Big Cat Sanctuaries.
Day by Day summary
- Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cape Town International
- 4 nights - Kensington Place, Cape Town, South Africa
- 2 nights - Leeu House, Winelands, South Africa
- 4 nights - Kanonkop House, Knysna, South Africa
- 3 nights - Bayethe Tented Lodge, Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Shamwari Game Reserve, South Africa
- Ends - Transfer to Port Elizabeth for your international flight home
At a glance
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South Africa
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13 Nights
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City
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Safari
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Scenic
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Guide Price
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Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
Includes
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified
- All scheduled safari activities at Shamwari Bayethe
- Car hire, group C car (Toyota Corolla or similar) including full cover, unlimited km and taxes
- National Parks and conservation entry fees
- One way drop off fee for the hire car
- Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
- Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
- Community projects contribution with Uthando
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
- Visas and visa fees where relevant
- Petrol
- Beverages
ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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Big 5 Safari
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4WD Safari
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Birdwatching
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Boat Trip
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Guided Walking Safari
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Night Drive
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Ocean Safari
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Helicopter Flights
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Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Quad Biking
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Scenic Flights
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Shark Diving
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Conservation Experience
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Cultural Experience
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Canoeing/Kayaking
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Cycling
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Fishing
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Golf
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Hiking
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Horse riding
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Watersports
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Food Experiences
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Photography Safari
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City Sights
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Natural Wonders
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Wellness/Spa
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Wine Tour
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
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