Garden Route Tours & Trips
South Africa's Garden Route from Cape Town is scenic the whole way, with beaches, forests, mountains all mixed together. Spot elephants at Addo, hike Tsitsikamma's coastal trails, and checking out Knysna Heads. Port Elizabeth's got beaches, Plettenberg Bay's beautiful, and the whole route's full of places worth stopping. The Garden Route's called that for a reason - everything's lush and green.
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DEBORAH • traveled in July, 2026
The South African Garden Coast is absolutely stunning ; think dramatic coastline,majestic surf, mountains, hills, gorgeous flora and fauna and more. Our guide, Franciska, was excellent; a good mix of fun, helpful, knowledgeable, and organized. John, our bus driver, exhibited quiet competence and kindness. Thank you for the lovely lodgings, good food and highlighted sightseeing. Addo Elephant Park and Cape Town were the highlights for me. This trip exceeded my expectations. Thank you.
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Claudia • traveled in July, 2026
Great places, nice accomodations and good food. Besides, Christine is a wonderful guide, baie dankie ❤️
5-Day Group Garden Route & Addo Adventure Tour (one-way) - Y
Yolanda • traveled in July, 2025
Excellent hospitality,the team is so so good and their profession is top notch
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- Garden Route & Addo Group Adventure - 6 Days
- 5-Day Group Garden Route & Addo Adventure Tour (one-way)
- 10 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Addo Expedition
- The Big 5 in South Africa
- 5 day Best of South Africa Highlights: Garden Route with Addo National Park
- Addo - Garden Route - Cape Town Chauffeur Drive Tour: 6 Days
- Solo-ish South Africa
- 7 day Garden Route, Cape Point and Winelands Package
- 4 Day Garden Route Adventure
- Super South Africa : Wildlife Safari, Table Mountain, Garden Route
- South Africa Cape Town 5-Days Attraction Tours: Whale Watching & Cape Peninsula & Wine Tasting & Aquila safari & Paraglading Tour
- Winelands & Garden Route for Wine Lovers - Chauffeur Drive Tour 5 Days
- CAPE TOWN & BEYOND Chauffeur Drive Tour: 6 Days
- CAPE SCENIC SAFARI - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 5 Days
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South Africa: Cape Town & The Garden Route
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The South African Garden Coast is absolutely stunning. This trip exceeded my expectations.”
Deborah, traveled in June
Your Garden Route adventure spans Addo Elephant Park's wildlife to Tsitsikamma's ancient forests. Highlights include Knysna Heads' dramatic coastline, Robberg Nature Reserve's prehistoric sites, and Mossel Bay's historic lighthouse. Wine tasting in Barrydale and scenic drives through Tradouw Pass complete the experience.
Duration 11 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Franschhoek, Cape Town Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $2,599
25% Off- US$1,949You save $650
5-Day Group Garden Route & Addo Adventure Tour (one-way)
43 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Accommodation and food exceeded expectations by a mile. Highly recommend this tour we had a great time.”
Denise, traveled in July
The scenic Garden Route offers whale watching in Hermanus (July-November), wine tasting along Route 62, paddling through Wilderness National Park, and safari in Addo Elephant Park. Selected accommodations complement traditional South African cuisine.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Betty's Bay, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Addo Elephant National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Earthstompers Adventures From
25% Off- US$757
Private Cape Town Guided Vacation - 5 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“They are simply the best.”
Munyah, traveled in August
Cable car rides up Table Mountain, Chapman's Peak Drive scenic tours, and wine tasting in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek await. Rest at The Bay Hotel Camps Bay, visit Boulders Beach penguins, and enjoy private guided experiences throughout.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, Simon's Town, Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Hermanus Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator T.S TOURS From
25% Off- US$1,700
5 Day Garden Route Adventure Including Addo
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“By the end of the tour, we all felt like family and had a difficult time saying goodbye to each other.”
Gladys, traveled in December
The Garden Route showcase spans from Tsitsikamma National Park's hanging bridges to Big 5 safaris at Garden Route Game Lodge. Wander through Knysna Heads, Bloukrans Bungy, and Wilderness National Park, while enjoying 4-star accommodation and local cuisine.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Stormsrivier, Wilderness National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Albertinia, HermanusSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Bokbus Garden Route Adventure Tours & Safaris From
25% Off- US$973
CAPE SCENIC SAFARI - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 5 Days
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our scenic Safari trip was wonderful. He's very knowledgeable about the area and made the trip really memorable.”
Anita, traveled in January
Knysna Heads cruises, Nature's Valley trails, and Plettenberg Bay dolphin watching highlight this adventure. Luxury stays, wildlife encounters at Buffelsdrift Lodge, and coastal drives create lasting memories.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Calitzdorp, Buffelsdrif, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, Seal IslandSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Explore South Africa From
25% Off- US$1,195
CAPE TOWN & BEYOND Chauffeur Drive Tour: 6 Days
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour is well planned, itinerary is really great. I will highly recommend him.”
Emilio, traveled in December
This 6-day Garden Route adventure from Cape Town costs approx. $160 per day. Wildlife encounters at Buffelsdrift Private Game Lodge, Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn, and dolphins in Plettenberg Bay await. Luxury stays include 5 breakfasts, wine tastings at Die Krans Estate, and African Penguins at Stoney Point in Betty's Bay.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, L'Agulhas, HermanusSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Explore South Africa From
25% Off- US$1,266
The Garden Route 10 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Tour was flawless from the airport connections to the backpackers lodges. This trip to South Africa was a trip of a lifetime.”
Brian, traveled in December
Cape Town's V&A Waterfront begins this route to African penguins at Betties Bay and Cape Agulhas' ocean convergence point. Route 62 offers wine tastings, Oudtshoorn showcases ostrich farms, and Knysna provides estuary views. The finale includes Big 5 safari at Addo Elephant Park and Mossel Bay exploration.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Robben Island, Hout Bay, Betty's Bay, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness National Park, SedgefieldSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Encounters Travel From
25% Off- US$1,455
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Solo Travelers110 tours- Couples109 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)8 tours
- Seniors (50+)47 tours
Best time to visit Garden Route
- Summer 2026
Summer stretches the daylight hours from December through February, giving you more time to hike Storms River's suspension bridges, swim at Plettenberg's Blue Flag beaches and explore the Knysna Heads by boat. Our early morning game drives catch animals gathering at waterholes, followed by afternoon visits to cultural spots in Oudtshoorn and also Swellendam. Clear skies make sunset drinks at Cape Agulhas special - you can watch the sun sink where two oceans meet.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn brings smaller crowds and mild temperatures from March to May. The forests show subtle color changes while the wine regions welcome visitors for post-harvest cellar tours and tastings. Our multi-day trips include extra time at Addo, where comfortable temperatures keep elephants active throughout the day. Many tours stop at Oudtshoorn's working ostrich farms during nesting season, where our guests learn about Klein Karoo's rich farming heritage.
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter along the Garden Route brings prime whale watching from June through August. You can spot southern right whales breaching just 50 meters off the Hermanus coast - our tours time these stops perfectly. The cooler weather makes Addo's elephants more active and social; you'll often see large family groups moving together across the reserve. Many travelers appreciate that Oudtshoorn's caves keep a steady temperature year-round, making them an excellent sheltered activity. The day's explorations end at eco-lodges and treehouses where guests gather around traditional braai fires to warm up and share stories.
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- Spring 2027
Spring transforms the Garden Route between September and November as fynbos bursts into bloom along Tsitsikamma and Robberg's coastal paths. Our cycling tours through the Winelands are particularly good this time of year - you'll pedal past vineyards waking up with new growth and stop at estates during peak spring production. The warming waters bring pods of dolphins close to Plettenberg Bay's shore, and our kayak trips often catch them playing in the waves.
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