7-Day Private Garden Route Tour: Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Discover South Africa on a 7-day private Garden Route tour from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, combining Big Five safaris, whale watching, scenic coastal drives, and 4-star accommodation. This guided journey blends wildlife, adventure, culture, and world-class wine experiences — perfect for travelers seeking a luxury South Africa holiday package.

Explore the highlights of Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Visit the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, stroll through Company’s Garden, and enjoy breathtaking views from Table Mountain (weather permitting). End the day along the Atlantic Seaboard with scenic coastal views.

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Travel to the picturesque Cape Winelands for a full day of wine tasting and cellar tours. Discover charming towns like Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, known for award-winning wines and gourmet cuisine.

Journey along the scenic coastal route to Hermanus, one of the best land-based whale watching destinations in the world. Enjoy seasonal whale watching (June–November) and dramatic ocean views along the famous Clarence Drive.

Travel inland to the semi-arid beauty of the Little Karoo and explore the spectacular Cango Caves near Oudtshoorn. Discover impressive limestone formations before enjoying a relaxed evening in this charming Karoo town.

Drive the iconic Swartberg Pass, offering breathtaking mountain panoramas. Continue to Knysna for a scenic boat cruise on the lagoon, passing the famous Knysna Heads.
 

Explore the natural beauty of Tsitsikamma National Park, part of the Garden Route National Park. Walk across the Storms River Suspension Bridge, enjoy forest trails, and experience dramatic coastal scenery.
 

Conclude your journey with a half-day safari in Addo Elephant National Park, home to one of Africa’s largest elephant populations. In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset Big Five safari at Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve, including a traditional bush dinner under the stars. End your tour in Port Elizabeth.

Join us on this beautiful 5 Day itinerary, part of our exclusive Cape Town tours, which combines scenic coastal drives, mountain passes, wildlife, and adventure activities along the stunning Garden Route, concluding with a classic South African safari.

Day 1: Cape Town – Betty’s Bay • Hermanus

Your journey begins with a coastal drive from Cape Town along the scenic False Bay. Stop at Betty’s Bay to visit the famous Stony Point penguin colony before continuing to Hermanus, a charming coastal town known for whale watching (seasonal). Travel onwards to Cape Agulhas, the official southernmost point of Africa, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Overnight in Mossel Bay.

Day 2: Cape Agulhas – Mossel Bay • Cango Caves

From Mossel Bay, continue inland over the Robinson Pass to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. In the afternoon, embark on a guided tour of the spectacular Cango Caves, featuring dramatic limestone formations and underground chambers. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.

Day 3: Oudtshoorn – Swartberg Pass

After breakfast, enjoy an activity of your choice in Oudtshoorn — options include an ostrich farm experience, wildlife ranch visit, or meerkat encounter. Next, take a scenic drive through the majestic Swartberg Pass, one of South Africa’s most famous mountain passes. In the evening, unwind with a magical sunset boat cruise to the Knysna Heads, where the lagoon meets the Indian Ocean. Overnight in Knysna.

Day 4: Knysna – Plettenberg Bay

Start the morning with a visit to the Knysna Heads for panoramic coastal views. Continue to Plettenberg Bay, where you’ll choose between visiting Birds of Eden or Monkeyland (one entrance included). Later, head to Tsitsikamma National Park for an unforgettable walk across the iconic suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth. Overnight in Addo.

Day 5: Addo Elephant National Park

Conclude your adventure with a full-day safari in the world-renowned Addo Elephant National Park. Explore the rugged landscapes on thrilling game drives in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, and other incredible wildlife. This immersive safari marks the perfect ending to your Cape Town-to-Addo journey in Port Elizabeth, showcasing the best of our private multi-day tours.

Join us on this 5-day Garden Route and Eastern Cape safari tour, part of our exclusive private George tours, combining scenic coastal drives, dramatic mountain passes, wildlife encounters, and unforgettable Big Five safari experiences. This carefully designed South Africa holiday package blends adventure, nature, and luxury, concluding in Port Elizabeth.

Day 1: Mossel Bay – Oudtshoorn (Little Karoo Adventure)
Travel inland from Mossel Bay over the scenic Robinson Pass into the Little Karoo to Oudtshoorn, known as the ostrich capital of the world. In the afternoon, explore the magnificent Cango Caves on a guided tour through spectacular limestone chambers and formations. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.
 

Day 2: Swartberg Pass – Knysna Lagoon Cruise
After breakfast, enjoy an optional Oudtshoorn activity such as an ostrich farm visit or meerkat encounter before driving the breathtaking Swartberg Pass, one of South Africa’s most iconic scenic routes. Continue to Knysna for a magical sunset boat cruise at the famous Knysna Heads, where the lagoon meets the Indian Ocean. Overnight in Knysna.

Day 3: Plettenberg Bay – Tsitsikamma –
Begin with panoramic views at the Knysna Heads before travelling to Plettenberg Bay. Visit either Birds of Eden or Monkeyland (one entrance included). Continue to Tsitsikamma National Park to walk across the iconic Storms River suspension bridge before heading to Cradock

Day 4: Mountain Zebra National Park – Port Elizabeth
Conclude your journey with a scenic drive to Mountain Zebra National Park near Cradock. Discover the rare Cape mountain zebra, cheetah, buffalo, and breathtaking Karoo landscapes on a morning game drive.

Day 5: Addo Elephant National Park Safari
Experience a thrilling full-day safari in Addo Elephant National Park, home to one of Africa’s largest elephant populations as well as lions, buffalo, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy guided game drives through rugged landscapes on this unforgettable Eastern Cape Big Five safari experience After this final safari experience, transfer to Port Elizabeth, marking the perfect ending to your Garden Route to Addo private safari tour