Experience an escape into South Africa’s Garden Route on this 7-day tour traversing three verdant and thrilling national parks, such as Addo Elephant and Tsitsikamma. Including several splendid safari experiences, travel along South Africa’s dramatic coastlines in sophisticated comfort in luxury accommodations and handpicked activities.
South Africa
The Garden Route
7 days
ZAR 49,100
Per person rate for groups of 5–6 travellers
ZAR 39,100
Per person rate for groups of 4 travellers
PLEASE NOTE: Pricing is based on a tiered system, where per person rates vary depending on the total number of travellers in your group.
What's Included?
- Addo National Park Game Drives
- Tsitsikamma National Park Hike
- Knysna & Cango Cave Tour
- Luxury Picnic at Botlierskop Tented Lodge
- 2 Guided Game Drives in Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
- 12 Meals Included
- Accommodation: Luxury Tented Lodges, Boutique Hotels and Rooms
- Included Airport Transfers with Guided Tours
Overview
Journey Itinerary
Arrive and transfer to Addo. Afternoon game drive in Addo Elephant National Park, home to the Big 7 and famed for its elephant herds. Settle into Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge, an exclusive retreat blending into the bush. Dinner included.
Morning game drive in the lodge’s private concession, followed by an afternoon 4x4 safari in Addo National Park. Chance to see elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino, and a wide variety of birdlife. Breakfast and dinner included.
Travel to Tsitsikamma, with its dramatic coastline, ancient forest, and rivers. Afternoon hike to the suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth. Overnight at The Fernery, perched above a waterfall with ocean views. Breakfast included.
Continue along the Garden Route to Knysna, known for its lagoon, forests, and vibrant waterfront. Optional boat cruise to the Knysna Heads. Stay at the unique Turbine Boutique Hotel, a converted power station. Breakfast included.
Stop at the Cango Caves before arriving at Botlierskop. Enjoy a luxury picnic on arrival and settle into your tented suite overlooking the reserve. Dinner and lunch included.
Enjoy sunrise and sundowner game drives in the private reserve, with chances to spot rhino, elephant, buffalo, antelope, and more. Return to the Tented Lodge for gourmet meals and relaxation. All meals included.
Transfer to Cape Town for drop-off. Breakfast included.
Our Premium Journeys are designed for travelers who want comfort, character, and connection woven seamlessly into their African adventure. Staying in carefully selected 3–5 star lodges and boutique camps, you’ll enjoy en-suite rooms, hearty meals, and welcoming hospitality at the end of each day. With shorter travel days, more time is spent where it matters most—immersed in the landscapes, wildlife, and culture that make each destination unforgettable. Whether it’s a sunset boat cruise on a quiet river, a glass of wine by the fire, or waking up to birdsong in the bush, our itineraries are crafted to maximize unhurried, meaningful moments. Travel in smaller groups for a more personal experience, with expert guides who bring every story and sight to life. Premium Journeys strike the perfect balance of comfort and adventure, leaving you free to focus on the joy of discovery.
Self-drive travel refers to a type of travel where the traveler rents a vehicle and drives themselves, taking full responsibility for navigating, driving, and managing the trip. It allows for greater independence, flexibility, and control over the itinerary, pace, and stops along the way. Self-drive travel can offer a sense of adventure and freedom, but also requires good driving skills and knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations.
On the other hand, private guided travel involves hiring a professional guide who serves as a local guide and driver, and takes care of the driving responsibilities. The traveler can focus on enjoying the trip and the destination without the stress of driving. The driver-guide provides local knowledge, expertise, and recommendations, and can offer a more immersive and personalized experience. It can be more expensive than self-drive travel but provides convenience, safety, and local insights.
What is a single supplement?
On camping tours, single supplements are optional however on accommodated tours, single supplements are compulsory if you are travelling on your own. If you have purchased the single supplement, you will receive your own tent / room for the tour. However, in the event that your Activity Package includes an activity that involves accommodation, you will be required to share for the duration of that activity. The single supplement does not cover any Activity Package items and these are booked on a shared basis, regardless if you are on a camping or accommodated tour.
Only a maximum of 4 Single Supplements are allowed per tour. Any extra Single Supplements are on requests basis only.
When is a single supplement required?
All of our tours are priced on twin share accommodation. If you are booking one of our accommodated tours and you are travelling on your own, you are required to pay the single supplement. There are a maximum of 4 single supplements available on all tours.
If you require accommodation before or after your journey we can arrange this for you. We can also arrange airport transfers – contact your travel agent or Nomad to make these bookings.
Nomad has a non-profit Trust that looks after the people, animals and places that we visit. We realise that a footprint is left where we travel and for this reason, the Nomad Africa Trust was established. Your donation to the Trust is called a “Green Seat”. If you would like to help Nomad making Africa Greener, simply choose the tick box during your booking process (or contact us afterwards to add it) and we will take care of the rest. The Nomad African Trust is responsible for the administration of the funds collected from the sale of the green seats and these funds are distributed to various projects as identified by the Trust.
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