Garden Route Tours for Solo Travelers
10 best Garden Route solo travel packages
Compiled by
SteffGarden Route travel expert at TourRadar
- Cape Town and Garden Route Adventure Tour
- 11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Explorer
- 3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
- Cape Town - Garden Route - Addo Chauffeur Drive Tour: 6 Days
- Explore The Garden Route- Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
- Winelands & Garden Route for Wine Lovers - Chauffeur Drive Tour 5 Days
- Cape Town to the Garden Route - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
- Explore the Garden Route from Port Elizabeth - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
- Winelands & Garden Route Health & Wellness: Spa Treatments - Nutritious Cuisine - Fine Wine (5 Days)
- Garden Route Uncovered
Dolphins play at Ocean Blue Adventures while wine flows along Route 62. Comfortable single stays at Wilderness Hotel and On The Beach Guest House provide perfect retreats.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Wilderness National Park, Knysna, Addo Elephant National Park, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Amatungulu Tour From
- US$1,990
11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Explorer
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The best was staying in Marc's treehouses where you will see the best of nature.”
Susan, traveled in December
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Simon's Town, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cape Xtreme From
- US$2,470
3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
83 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing tour customized to our needs! Accommodation was great, and the trip generally high value for the price.”
Roosa, traveled in December
Duration 3 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Hotspots2c From
- US$403
Intimate groups of 2-8 companions visit Knysna Heads, Nature's Valley forests, and Plettenberg Bay. Average age 48 travelers enjoy single rooms in 4-star lodges and social gatherings at local wineries.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Addo Elephant National Park, Port Elizabeth Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$1,190
Explore The Garden Route- Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places where we stayed were beautiful and comfortable. We had choices for food, and we even tried eating ostrich.”
Marta, traveled in February
Knysna Heads and Cango Caves welcome independent spirits. Average age 29 travelers share moments at Tenikwa Wildlife Center and Nature's Valley forest walks.
Duration 4 days Destinations George, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$655
Winelands & Garden Route for Wine Lovers - Chauffeur Drive Tour 5 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour only scratches the surface of the Winelands and Garden Route, and you could do it many times and see different things each time.”
Peter, traveled in November
Whale watching in Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley forest walks bring solo travelers together. Wine tastings and scenic drives shared with 2-8 like-minded companions.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn, Witfontein Nature Reserve, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, George Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$938
Cape Town to the Garden Route - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We saw an interesting variety of terrain and Mankind's use of that terrain.”
Brenda, traveled in January
Craft beer tastings in Wilderness and Tenikwa Wildlife Center visits unite independent spirits. Memorable moments shared at Knysna Waterfront and Plettenberg Bay beach walks.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, George Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$870
Explore the Garden Route from Port Elizabeth - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Had a great time. Fred and Karen were excellent hosts.”
Jeff, traveled in June
Small groups traverse from Bloukrans Gorge to Knysna Heads, making memories at Karusa wine tastings and Cango Caves tours. Welcoming 4-star lodges provide comfortable rest stops along the way.
Duration 4 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay, George Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$550
Winelands & Garden Route Health & Wellness: Spa Treatments - Nutritious Cuisine - Fine Wine (5 Days)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Amazing tour with amazing tour guides, 100% recommend, great experience and knowledge.”
Yosur, traveled in December
The Garden Route unfolds with tranquil moments at Le Spa Tranquille and Nature's Valley walks. Small groups of 2-6 travelers share wine tastings at De Krans Estate and meals at Knysna Waterfront restaurants.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Montagu, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, George Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- US$1,098
Garden Route Uncovered
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour ran very efficiently and smoothly. The hotels were all very comfortable and in excellent locations.”
Catherine, traveled in November
Intimate groups of 2-12 people share sunset cruises on Knysna Lagoon and whale watching in Hermanus. Cango Caves tours and visits to Barrydale's rural school create meaningful connections.
Duration 5 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus, Cape Town Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cullinan Guided Journeys From
- US$1,374
What people love about touring Garden Route solo
From booking to accommodations, to transportation, to meals, and adventure, it was a phenomenal trip! I knew what was happening and felt very cared for.
11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Explorer
- 3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
Our guide Paul was great. Knowledgeable of ZA and local history as well as the animals and sights, he communicated it all very well. It's a full three days and worth the price and the time on the road! I opted for the premium accommodations for Friday and Saturday nights and felt that was worth the cost as well. The tour van was clean and well maintained, no problems were encountered with it.
- 7 day Garden Route, Cape Point and Winelands Combo
An excellent day with an excellent guide
What our customers ask about Garden Route Tours for Solo Travelers
What percentage of travelers on Garden Route tours are solo travelers?
Tour data shows 30-45% of Garden Route visitors travel solo. The Garden Route Splendour tour attracts 45% solo travelers while the Garden Route & Safari tour sees 40% individual bookings. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "There was a good mix of couples and singles in our group which made for great dynamics and nobody ever felt left out."
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to visit the Garden Route?
September through November and March through May offer the best conditions for solo travel with mild weather and a good mix of visitors without peak season crowds. These shoulder months draw higher numbers of solo travelers with September and October seeing 58% solo bookings. Spring brings wildflowers to Tsitsikamma making it an especially good time to visit.
How much free time is typically available for solo exploration on Garden Route tours?
Most tours provide 2-3 hours of independent exploration daily especially in stops like Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. Hotels like the Rex in Knysna and Windsor in Hermanus offer central locations perfect for exploring. According to one traveler: "The schedule had perfect balance - enough group time to bond but also free time to explore on my own or with new friends from the tour."
What single supplement cost for Garden Route tours?
Single room supplements range from USD 150-300 based on accommodation type and season. Properties like La Plume Guest House in Oudtshoorn and Rex Hotel in Knysna have single rooms available. To avoid extra costs some tours offer room sharing as one traveler notes: "The accommodation arrangements were great and I was matched with a compatible roommate which helped save on costs."
What activities along the Garden Route are best suited for solo travelers?
Social activities abound from Stellenbosch wine tastings to Knysna Lagoon cruises and guided safaris at Addo Elephant Park. The Cango Caves tours and visits to Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary naturally bring groups together. A past visitor shared: "The group activities were perfectly organized to help everyone mingle naturally especially during the Knysna sunset cruise where we all bonded over drinks and dolphin watching."
How safe is it to travel solo on a Garden Route guided tour?
Guided tours provide a secure way to explore with experienced guides and organized group activities. Properties like City Lodge Hotel at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town and Rex Hotel in Knysna offer safe locations with round-the-clock staff. As one traveler said: "I felt completely safe throughout the tour - our guide was incredibly attentive and the group dynamic provided an extra sense of security."