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CAPE SCENIC SAFARI - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 5 Days

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Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Cape Town to Oudtshoorn

    Cape Town to Oudtshoorn
    Start point
    Fountains Hotel Cape Town, 1 St. Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape 8001, South Africa (Lobby, 08:30 - 09:00)
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch and wine/juice tasting at Die Krans Estate in Calitzdorp), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve)

    Included Activities

    • Wine/Juice tasting at Die Krans Estate in Calitzdorp
    • Two-hour game drive at Buffelsdrift Private Game Lodge
    • Sundowner at waterhole
    Landmarks
    Cogmanskloof Pass
    Die Krans Estate
    Buffelsdrift Private Game Lodge
  3. Day 2

    Oudtshoorn to Knysna

    Oudtshoorn to Knysna
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Moncrieff Manor)

    Included Activities

    • Ostrich Show Farm visit
    • Cango Caves visit

    Optional Activities

    • Spa at Buffelsdrift Lodge (entry fee not included)
    • Bush Safari at Buffelsdrift Lodge (entry fee not included)
    • Elephant Experience at Buffelsdrift Lodge (entry fee not included)
    • Lion Experience at Buffelsdrift Lodge (entry fee not included)
    • Meerkat Safari at Buffelsdrift Lodge (entry fee not included)
    • Roaming Cheetah Experience at Buffelsdrift Lodge (entry fee not included)
    • Explore craftsmen and arts and crafts in Knysna
    Landmarks
    Ostrich Show Farm
    Cango Caves
  4. Day 3

    Knysna

    Knysna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fresh seafood lunch at Plettenberg Bay Beach)
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Moncrieff Manor)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Knysna Heads
    • Visit Tsitsikamma National Park
    • Visit Plettenberg Bay
    • Beach walk in Natures Valley
    • Seafood lunch at Plettenberg Bay Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Monkeyland
    • Birds of Eden
    • Tenikwa Wildlife Centre
    • Lagoon Sunset Cruise (luxury yachts and ferries available)
    Landmarks
    Knysna Heads
    Tsitsikamma National Park
    Plettenberg Bay
    Natures Valley
    Monkeyland
    Birds of Eden
    Tenikwa Wildlife Centre
  5. Day 4

    Knysna to Struisbaai

    Knysna to Struisbaai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Seafood lunch at Mossel Bay Waterfront)
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Mermaid Guest House)

    Included Activities

    • Diaz Museum visit
    • Old Post Office Tree visit
    • Seafood lunch at Mossel Bay Waterfront

    Optional Activities

    • Boat ride to Seal Island (view seals, whales, and possibly Great White Shark)
    Landmarks
    Seal Island
    Diaz Museum
    Old Post Office Tree
    Cape Agulhus
    Struisbaai Harbour
  6. Day 5

    Struisbaai to Cape Town

    Struisbaai to Cape Town
    End point
    Fountains Hotel Cape Town, 1 St. Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape 8001, South Africa (Lobby, 16:00 - 17:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Wine/juice tasting)

    Included Activities

    • Penguin Colony at Betty's Bay visit with African Penguin interaction
    • Wine/juice tasting in Stellenbosch or Cheetah Rehabilitation Centre visit

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Stellenbosch area
    Landmarks
    Betty's Bay Penguin Colony
    Cheetah Rehabilitation Centre

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    4.8
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    5.0
  • 4.6

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  • Betty4.0•February 2026
    Our rating of the 5 day Cape Scenic Safari tour is 4.5. Paul is an extremely knowledgeable tour guide, and an...
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    Traveled in January 2026
    Reply from: Explore South Africa
    Thank You very Much Betty for your kind words. Regards Paul
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  • Ragna
    Ragna5.0•April 2023
    vàga huvitav ja ilus maa
    Traveled in April 2023
  • Anita5.0•January 2023
    Our scenic Safari trip was wonderful. Paul was extremely helgful and considerate, adapting the tour to suit our...
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    Traveled in January 2023
    Reply from: Explore South Africa
    Thank you Anita for your kind words. It was a pleasure absolute pleasure to host you and David. Regards Paul Coetzee.
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  • Padma5.0•November 2022
    very nice trip. Guide was an excellent person
    Traveled in November 2022
  • Helen
    Helen5.0•October 2022
    We saw so much of South Africa in just six days. Paul was polite, well-mannered and always on time, and dropped us...
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    Traveled in October 2022
    Reply from: Explore South Africa
    Thank You Helen. Your kind words are really appreciated. At Explore South Africa we always strive to give our guests the best experience possible.
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    Donna

    Asked on October 21st, 2025

    I would like to take this tour from Cape town to cape town. Do you see all feasable?

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      Donna

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      Will you pick me up from the hotel in the early morning? Can i bring all my luggages? Is there an option to have a discount?

    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written October 2025

      Our tours include pickup and dropoff at your Cape Town hotel. Our luggage policy is 1 medium bag and 1 cabin bag. (Same as an Airline). As you are booking with Tour Radar I am unable to offer a discount. I can only offer discounts to customers that book directly with Explore South Africa.

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    Ernesto

    Asked on March 26th, 2025

    What wildlife can we expect to see on the tour?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written March 2025

      During the tour, travelers may encounter diverse wildlife, including the famous African penguins.

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    Lina

    Asked on December 3rd, 2024

    Will meals be provided during the tour?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written December 2024

      Meals are often included in the tour, but details will depend on the specific itinerary.

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    Edward

    Asked on September 25th, 2024

    Is the departure for this round trip already guaranteed on this day?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written September 2024

      Unfortunately we cannot offer this tour on 5 October. We require a minimum of 2 adults for a tour to take place.

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      Edward

      Traveler•Written September 2024

      Is the departure guarenteed? She is travelling alone and prefers to travel in a small group with guide.

    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written September 2024

      Unfortunately we do not have a departure on the 5th October. We do have a departure on 3 October.

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    Carrie

    Asked on September 9th, 2024

    What are the other nights accommodations?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written September 2024

      The second and third nights are spent at Moncrieff Manor in Knysna. The fourth night is spent at Mermaid Guest House near Cape Agulhus.

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      Carrie

      Traveler•Written September 2024

      When booking we prefer king bed or single beds is there that option? Also do you have options/suggestions for day before tour and 2 nights after tour in Cape town?

    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written September 2024

      You may book Twin Rooms for all your overnight stays. If you can send me your arrival and departure flight details, I can make some accommodation suggestions?

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      Carrie

      Traveler•Written September 2024

      We arrive in Cape Town 10/2 at 5:30 from Richards Bay. We arrive back after tour on 12/7 depart on 12/9.

    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written September 2024

      For the night of the 2nd I suggest the Verde Airport Hotel. For the 7th I Suggest the Breakwater Lodge in the Waterftont

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    Hendrik

    Asked on June 19th, 2024

    Are the areas we will visit malaria free zones?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written June 2024

      Yes, all the areas included in the tour are malaria free.

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    Matthias

    Asked on April 17th, 2024

    How do I arrange airport transfers?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written April 2024

      Airport transfers can be arranged when booking the tour, ensuring seamless travel.

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    Yvette

    Asked on April 14th, 2024

    What types of vehicles are used for the tours?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written April 2024

      The tours typically use comfortable transportation vehicles suited for group sizes.

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    Nicole

    Asked on February 10th, 2024

    What payment methods can be used for the tour?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written February 2024

      You can use various payment methods, and it's advisable to confirm if your preferred card type is accepted.

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    Dale

    Asked on December 22nd, 2023

    I'm interested in booking a tour, but it only has six spots and all are currently open. I'm concerned that if nobody else books it, I will be a) the only person on the tour, or b) it will be cancelled on me. What should I do? What kind of guarantees are there?

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    • Explore South AfricaOperator•Written December 2023

      Unfortunately we require a minimum of 2 adults for the Cape Scenic Safari to take place. We currently have no bookings for this period. We only have a 6 day safari from Cape Town to Addo starting on February 5th. We offer a tour for 1 Adult called the "Explore The Garden Route - 4 days".

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