3 day Tip of Africa to Garden Route + Safari

Explore South Africa’s stunning Southern Coast on this 3-day road trip from Cape Town along the Garden Route. This coastal journey takes in ocean-lined reserves, national parks, and private game reserves, where wildlife and dramatic scenery are enjoyed at a well-paced, balanced rhythm, with just enough adventure to keep things exciting without the usual adrenaline-heavy activities.

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Drive along the breathtaking Clarence Drive, wander through the fynbos-rich Harold Porter Botanical Gardens, and meet African penguins at Stony Point, Bettys Bay, before reaching Cape Agulhas for a unique overnight stay at the iconic Tip of Africa. Visit Hermanus, renowned for land-based whale watching, where in season (June–November) you may spot southern right whales or simply enjoy the town’s relaxed seaside charm.

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Continue east with a Big Five game drive at Garden Route Game Lodge, peaceful canoeing along the Kaaimans River near Wilderness to a secret waterfall, and a night in Sedgefield, a tranquil coastal town where sunset strolls and enjoying the easygoing, slow-lane way of life capture the region’s chilled beach-vibes. The next day hold a second chance to view more of the wildlife with a second game drive at Botlierskop private game reserve on the return to Cape Town.

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With dramatic coastlines and the chance to spot most of the Big Five, penguins, and even whales in season, whether on immersive 4x4 safari experiences, a gentle paddle through the untamed Wilderness wetlands, or from the window of your small-group minivan, this tour promises a perfect escape for travellers seeking a nature-focused, well-paced journey that savours magic moment without a list of adrenaline-heavy activities.

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Travel distance in total is about 1100 km / 4 tp 6 hours per day (excluding rest stops and safari drives) This daily tour travel info does not include hotel pickups/drop-offs, transfers during activities, or game drives.

This is a small group tour with no more than between 14 and 25 people per vehicle and tour guide. More than 1 vehicle might be travelling on the same tour. Subject to availability, this itinerary can run in a different or reverse order. 

This scheduled group tour requires a minimum number of travellers to operate.

This tour is not suitable for children younger than 10 years of age. Please contact us for an exclusive private tour quote for your family. Children between 10 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult. 

The bush drive vehicles used are an especially adopted open-roof converted jeep or truck. Subject to the group size of the day at the reserve. You'll join other groups on the safari drives.

As per usual, wildlife is unpredictable and animal sightings can't be guaranteed - but that makes safari experiences even more exciting as you'll never know what you'll find around the next bend. Leopards are nocturnal and rarely seen on Western Cape region game drives.  They roam freely high up in the mountainous regions and cannot be contained in with fences.

This tour is available as a scheduled group tour on selected days that you can join or a private tour if you prefer to travel on any other day.

Please do not book any flights or pre-/post accommodation until the tour operator email you your travel confirmation voucher directly by email. Tours are only guaranteed once it is listed as a guaranteed departure. Some scheduled tour departure dates may need to be suspended if the minimum amount of travellers needed to confirm is not reached. You will be informed of any changes at least 5 work days before the trip start date. An alternative option, another available date or full refund can be offered.