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.
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
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South Africa
13 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
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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
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Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
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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.
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse riding
Watersports
Food Experiences
Photography Safari
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
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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.
Rock Hyrax
Orca
Humpback Whale
Great White Shark
Cape Fur Seal
Baboon
African Penguin
Southern Right Whale
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South Africa
13 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
Includes flights from JFK
Big 5 Safari
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Ocean Safari
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Shark Diving
Conservation Experience
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse riding
Watersports
Food Experiences
Photography Safari
City Sights
Natural Wonders
Wellness/Spa
Wine Tour
