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5 Day Garden Route Road Trip from Cape Town Addo Safari Caves
Activity Duration (5+ days)
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Take a 5-day road trip from Cape Town along the Garden Route. Along the way, visit Addo Safari Park, explore the fascinating Cango Caves, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the Garden Route.
What you'll do
Experience the best of South Africa on this 5-day Garden Route tour from Cape Town. Enjoy wildlife safaris, scenic drives, wine tasting, and coastal adventures.
Drive along the famous Route 62, South Africa's longest wine route, and stop for a wine tasting. Explore the otherworldly Cango Caves, visit a working ostrich farm, and enjoy photo stops at the iconic Knysna Heads.
Hike forest paths and cross the Storms River suspension bridge in lush Tsitsikamma National Park. Enjoy two unique safari experiences, a game drive in Addo Elephant National Park, home to the Big Five, and a 4x4 open-vehicle safari in a private game reserve.
Relax on the beach in Jeffreys Bay, or add on optional extras like bungy jumping, ziplining, surf lessons, or a walk along the Mossel Bay coast.
Stay in comfortable 3-star or 4-star accommodation (with breakfast included), travel
Drive along the famous Route 62, South Africa's longest wine route, and stop for a wine tasting. Explore the otherworldly Cango Caves, visit a working ostrich farm, and enjoy photo stops at the iconic Knysna Heads.
Hike forest paths and cross the Storms River suspension bridge in lush Tsitsikamma National Park. Enjoy two unique safari experiences, a game drive in Addo Elephant National Park, home to the Big Five, and a 4x4 open-vehicle safari in a private game reserve.
Relax on the beach in Jeffreys Bay, or add on optional extras like bungy jumping, ziplining, surf lessons, or a walk along the Mossel Bay coast.
Stay in comfortable 3-star or 4-star accommodation (with breakfast included), travel
Meeting and pickup
Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Approximate drive time per day: 4 to 6 hours, Total distance: 2,000 km,
- Most travellers can join this tour, but a moderate level of fitness is recommended.
- The itinerary may run in reverse or be adjusted based on road conditions, weather, or accommodation availability.
- ️ Itinerary Overview, Day 1: Depart from Cape Town, enjoy a wine tasting along Route 62, and overnight in Oudtshoorn.
- Day 2: Visit the Cango Caves and an ostrich farm before heading to Addo for your safari stay.
- Day 3: Morning game drive in Addo Elephant Park, then relax in Jeffreys Bay with optional surfing or beach horse riding.
- Day 4: Explore Tsitsikamma forest and Storms River, pass Knysna and Wilderness en route to your next stay.
- Day 5: Begin with a 4x4 game drive at a private lodge, then return to Cape Town along the scenic N2 route.
- Ideal for active travellers wanting to experience top highlights in just 5 days.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Itinerary
Cape Town Desert / Jungle Safaris Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for 5 Day Garden Route Road Trip from Cape Town Addo Safari Caves in Cape Town, South Africa. This desert / jungle safaris experience includes 19 stops over 5 days. Duration: 120 hours. Activity level: Extreme.
Total 19 stops
No meal included on this day.
Accommodation included:, Overnight in Oudtshoorn at a 3-star guesthouse or upgrade to a 4-star lodge, based on your selected package.
Here is the starting point
Cape Town Central
1
Cape Town Central
·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Cape Town or Stellenbosch Pickup
- Early pickup between 6:00–7:00 AM. Meet your guide and fellow travelers.
2
Route 62 Mountain Adventures
·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Route 62 Scenic Drive:
- Travel along South Africa’s longest wine route through semi-desert landscapes and mountain passes. Enjoy spectacular views of vineyards, cliffs, and open plains.
3
Ashton Winery
Stop: 50 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Wine Tasting Stop
- Stop at a local wine estate to taste South African wines (non-alcoholic drinks available for non-drinkers). Learn about local winemaking and enjoy a relaxing break.
4
Oudtshoorn
Stop: 3 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Arrival in Oudtshoorn: Ostrich Country
- By afternoon, we arrive in Oudtshoorn, a charming town in the semi arid Klein Karoo, best known as the ostrich capital of the world. Surrounded by dusty plains and towering red cliffs, Oudtshoorn offers a warm country welcome. You’ll have the evening free to relax at your accommodation or ask your guide to help book a local dinner spot. You also have the option to join a traditional South African braai (BBQ) with dishes like ostrich kebabs (sosaties) and potbrood (bread cooked over fire), shared around a fire under the Karoo stars.
- Overnight Stay in Oudtshoorn.
- Your accommodation for the night will be in either a 3-star guesthouse or a 4-star lodge, depending on your selected package and availability:
- Comfort Option (3-Star): Baron van Reede Guesthouse or similar
- Luxury Option (4-Star): Hlangana Lodge or similar
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