GARDEN ROUTE SELF-DRIVE
DISCOVER THE GREATEST HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTH AFRICA AT YOUR OWN PACE.
We invite you to go on this adventurous self-drive safari from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth to explore this beautiful country independently. We provide you with your own rental car, book accommodation for you and suggest highlights to see on the way – but after all, it is up to you how you plan your day. Get a chance to experience breath-taking scenic routes like the Garden Route and vibrant cities like Cape Town.
8 Days
On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, please proceed to the Avis Car Hire depot to collect your hired car and drive to your accommodation in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. The rest of the afternoon is spent on leisure.
Accommodation: La Plume Guest House or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, restaurant)
After breakfast, explore the historical Klein Karoo at your own pace and partake in some activities available such as a visit to the show farm to learn about the history and use of these unique birds, as well as their life cycle and how they are farmed or tour the famous Cango Caves – the mysterious limestone formations in the subterranean wonderland.
The next day, drive along South Africa’s southern coastline, known as the Garden Route. You will experience a scenic drive to Knysna. you may also like to take a trip to the nearby Monkeyland, where you will get taken on a monkey safari in the forest to learn about these fascinating creatures, ranging from the Gibbons of Asia to the Lemurs of Madagascar. Next door is Birds of Eden, a free flight bird sanctuary, complete with a canopy walk, mysterious ruin and walk behind waterfall. The main attraction is the 220 species of birds that inhabit the aviary.
Distance: 164 km
Departure: 09h00
Accommodation: The Rex Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, restaurant)
Continue your journey along the Garden route via Plettenberg Bay, where you can stop and relax at a stunning beach before making your way towards the Tsitsikamma Forest. Explore the coastal bush and rocky shoreline and if you are more adventurous plunge off the world’s highest bungee jump at the Bloukrans River.
Distance: 95 km
Departure: 09h00
Accommodation: Tsitsikamma Village Inn or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, restaurant and brewery)
Drive along the costal shoreline the day is spent at your leisure by partaking in optional activities or enjoy the afternoon at the beach.
Distance: 184 km
Departure: 09h00
Accommodation: The Beach Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, bar & restaurant)
After breakfast, head to Port Elizabeth Airport to drop off your hired car in time for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you on one of our African adventures again soon.
Breakfast: Beach Hotel or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms bar & restaurant)
Below is a list of some of the most popular optional activities on offer in Cape Town. Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. The rates are per person and are quoted in South African Rand. All activities are subject to availability and may require a minimum amount of passengers to operate. Certain activities only operate at specific times of the year or certain days of the week. Please contact our reservation office for further information. Should you wish to partake in an activity that is not listed below, we will gladly assist you with rates and reservations.
From Tourist
