What is included in the price? e.g. entry fees, activities etc. Is there a luggage limit for this tour?

The tour price includes accommodation, guiding services, selected meals, transportation throughout the itinerary, a range of additional services, and a complimentary eSIM. Luggage limit is 1 medium sized bag (ideally soft-sided and non-wheely suitcases) per traveller at maximum of 23kg/50lbs, plus 1 piece of hand luggage per traveller.

What is the average age of this tour and the ratio of men/women?

The tour is open to participants aged 18-35, with an average age of 28 years old. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide specific information regarding the ratio of men to women on the trip.

The activity which a described per day, are they included in the price like the Cango Caves? Or do I have to pay extra for those activities, which we all doing?

Exploring the Cango Caves is included on this tour. activities that are not included in the price are called optional experiences or Add-Ons. All of the Optional Experiences will be offered to you by your Travel Director at the beginning of your trip. Our optional experiences cannot be pre-booked. Some may be subject to change, depending on the time you are traveling or local circumstances including weather and days of the week. Further information will be provided by your Travel Director. Please note optionals are sold in local currency at the destination.

Can we still book this trip for me and my daughters? They are 37 and 39 and I am 59.

Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old. You would not be eligible to join the trip. However, we have several sister brands that offer tours without age restrictions: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, and Luxury Gold.

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Cape Town to Oudtshoorn
Accommodation
Hotel (Riempie Estate (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cango Caves (Africa's largest show cave system)
Optional Activities
- Scenic bike ride or drive over UNESCO Swartberg Mountain Pass
- Karoo braai dinner on a local farm
Landmarks
Cango Caves
Swartberg Mountain Pass
Route 62
Day 2
Oudtshoorn to Gqeberha
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Town Lodge Port Elizabeth (or similar))
Included Activities
- Game drive at Addo Elephant National Park
Optional Activities
- Karaoke bar evening
Landmarks
Addo Elephant National Park
Day 3
Gqeberha
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Town Lodge Port Elizabeth (or similar))
Included Activities
- Two game drives on Eastern Cape private game reserves
Optional Activities
- Karaoke bar evening
Landmarks
Eastern Cape Game Reserves
Day 4
Gqeberha to Knysna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Knysna Quays (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hike to Storms River Bridge in Tsitsikamma National Park
Optional Activities
- Surfing lesson at Jeffreys Bay
- Kayaking up the mouth of Storms River
Landmarks
Jeffreys Bay
Storms River Bridge
Tsitsikamma National Park
Jeffreys Bay Beach
Day 5
Knysna
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast overlooking the Knysna lagoon)
Accommodation
Hotel (Knysna Quays (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast overlooking Knysna lagoon
Optional Activities
- Marine safari (whale, dolphin, seal watching)
- Time on Plettenberg Beach
- Township visit
- Knysna lagoon sunset cruise
- Group dinner by the water
Landmarks
Knysna Lagoon
Plettenberg Bay
Knysna Township
Day 6
Knysna to Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Walkabout dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Stony Point Nature Reserve (African Penguin viewing)
Optional Activities
- Whale watching in Hermanus (seasonal July-November)
Landmarks
Hermanus
Stony Point Nature Reserve
V&A Waterfront
Day 7
Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Helicopter ride over Cape Town
- Wine farm tour and tasting at Stellenbosch
- Local food market visit
- Cooking class with music and drinks
Landmarks
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch Wine Region
Day 8
Cape Town
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cable car to top of Table Mountain
- Short guided city tour
Optional Activities
- Shopping and dining at V&A Waterfront
Landmarks
Table Mountain
V&A Waterfront
Bo-Kaap
Cape Town City Centre

Landmarks
Cango Caves
Swartberg Mountain Pass
Route 62

Landmarks
Addo Elephant National Park

Landmarks
Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Landmarks
Jeffreys Bay
Storms River Bridge
Tsitsikamma National Park
Jeffreys Bay Beach

Landmarks
Knysna Lagoon
Plettenberg Bay
Knysna Township

Landmarks
Hermanus
Stony Point Nature Reserve
V&A Waterfront

Landmarks
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch Wine Region

Landmarks
Table Mountain
V&A Waterfront
Bo-Kaap
Cape Town City Centre

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What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Riempie Estate (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
Town Lodge Port Elizabeth (or similar)
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Knysna Quays (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Waterfront Breakwater Lodge (or similar)
Hotel
Days 6, 7

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Rating: 4.7(6,248 reviews)
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Response rate: 84%
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4.7

Anonymous
April 28th, 2026
The 7-day tour was jam-packed full of animal watching, cultural experiences and exploring new places. With that said,...
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Claire
March 20th, 2026
This tour was on of the best weeks of my life - my cheeks were sore from so much smiling and laughing. I recommend...
This tour was on of the best weeks of my life - my cheeks were sore from so much smiling and laughing. I recommend budgeting for all of the optional extras as they were all fantastic (check the weather forecast before signing up for the marine safari) I don’t think it would have been quite the same without doing all the game drives - most people did almost all of them. The tour manager was super knowledgeable and was always happy to answer questions about South Africa or any of the animals we saw. He did his best to make sure we all had a great time. The accomodation was all great, and they all had a pool (don’t bring a big suitcase, the tents in Kruger were comfortable but very small!)Show more
Laura
May 4th, 2025
Loved the contiki trip in Cape Town. It covered all the main things to do in Cape Town. Luke, the guide was so warm...
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Don
Asked on July 22nd, 2025
What is included in the price? e.g. entry fees, activities etc. Is there a luggage limit for this tour?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2025
  The tour price includes accommodation, guiding services, selected meals, transportation throughout the itinerary, a range of additional services, and a complimentary eSIM. Luggage limit is 1 medium sized bag (ideally soft-sided and non-wheely suitcases) per traveller at maximum of 23kg/50lbs, plus 1 piece of hand luggage per traveller.
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  Don
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  What would be the cost of the entry fees and the activities?
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2025
  We're unable to provide the individual cost breakdown for entry fees, as all included activities and sites already have their entry fees covered within the tour price. Optional Experiences available for booking through the Trip Manager while on tour, with costs listed in local currency.
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Nina
Asked on March 6th, 2025
What is the average age of this tour and the ratio of men/women?
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The tour is open to participants aged 18-35, with an average age of 28 years old. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide specific information regarding the ratio of men to women on the trip.
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Stuart
Asked on January 22nd, 2025
The activity which a described per day, are they included in the price like the Cango Caves? Or do I have to pay extra for those activities, which we all doing?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  Exploring the Cango Caves is included on this tour. activities that are not included in the price are called optional experiences or Add-Ons. All of the Optional Experiences will be offered to you by your Travel Director at the beginning of your trip. Our optional experiences cannot be pre-booked. Some may be subject to change, depending on the time you are traveling or local circumstances including weather and days of the week. Further information will be provided by your Travel Director. Please note optionals are sold in local currency at the destination.
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Kathy
Asked on October 21st, 2024
Can we still book this trip for me and my daughters? They are 37 and 39 and I am 59.
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
  Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old. You would not be eligible to join the trip. However, we have several sister brands that offer tours without age restrictions: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, and Luxury Gold.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for South Africa. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- For any tour departing before July 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 11th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Garden Route and Addo

Itinerary

Cape Town to Oudtshoorn

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Oudtshoorn to Gqeberha

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Gqeberha

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Gqeberha to Knysna

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Knysna

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Knysna to Cape Town

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Cape Town

Optional Activities

Cape Town

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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