Safari Tours & Trips in Garden Route
Explore a wide diversity of safari tours through Garden Route. We have 102 adventures that vary from 3 days to 19 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best safari Garden Route tours
Compiled by
MelissaGarden Route travel expert at TourRadar
- Garden Route, Safari & Winelands
- Cape Town & the Garden Route
- 4 Day Garden Route Adventure
- Luxury Garden Route Journey from Cape Town
- 7 day Garden Route, Cape Point and Winelands Package
- 3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
- Cape Town - Garden Route - Addo Chauffeur Drive Tour: 6 Days
- Cape Town and Garden Route Adventure Tour
- Wonders of the Western Cape
- 10 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Addo Expedition
Garden Route, Safari & Winelands
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great experience. We gave a detailed review to the operator.”
Lauren, traveled in June
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Montagu, Barrydale, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Albertinia, Swellendam, Hermanus, Stellenbosch Age Range Ages 8+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 604 mi Operator Cullinan Guided Journeys From
- US$1,692
Cape Town & the Garden Route
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“good itinerary and activities.”
tariq, traveled in April
Botlierskop Game Reserve showcases rhinos and elephants along the Garden Route. Adventures include Monkeyland sanctuary visits, Storms River Mouth exploration, and optional shark cage diving in Hermanus.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cape Town, Kalk Bay, Stellenbosch, Hermanus, Swellendam, Albertinia, Mossel Bay, Botlierskop, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 691 mi Operator Expat Explore Travel From $1,580
30% Off- US$1,108You save $472
4 Day Garden Route Adventure
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a great time and everyone on the tour were great.”
Colette, traveled in October
Duration 4 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Stormsrivier, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield, Albertinia, Hermanus, Betty's Bay Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 816 mi Operator Bokbus Garden Route Adventure Tours & Safaris From
30% Off- US$733
Luxury Garden Route Journey from Cape Town
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent 5 day tour from Cape Town, driving 1000km to the east along the Garden Route. The hotels he chose were top notch.”
Ann, traveled in March
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Mossel Bay, Wilderness, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, OudtshoornSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Distance 881 mi Operator Amatungulu Tour From
30% Off- US$2,650
7 day Garden Route, Cape Point and Winelands Package
39 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was informative and the guide was considerate.”
Edith, traveled in May
Duration 7 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, Addo Elephant National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Sedgefield, Wilderness, Mossel BaySee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 1125 mi Operator Hotspots2c - Africa Select Journeys From
30% Off- US$1,210
3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
83 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great tour, lot to see and do.”
Jenni, traveled in October
Duration 3 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness, Sedgefield Age Range Ages 10+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 516 mi Operator Hotspots2c - Africa Select Journeys From
30% Off- US$403
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Addo Elephant National Park, Port Elizabeth Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Relaxing Distance 470 mi Operator Explore South Africa From
30% Off- US$1,190
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Mossel Bay, Wilderness, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Oudtshoorn Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Moderate Distance 983 mi Operator Amatungulu Tour From
30% Off- US$1,990
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Garden Route, Knysna, Featherbed Private Nature Reserve, Sedgefield, Swellendam, Simon's Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Distance 628 mi Operator Costsaver From
30% Off- US$2,195
10 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Addo Expedition
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The whole tour was great, the best part was our guide and driver Lourens. He is a great guy, very funny, great humor.”
Zvi, traveled in October
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Knysna, Oudtshoorn Age Range Ages 10+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 902 mi Operator Cape Xtreme From
30% Off- US$1,650
What people love about Safari Tours in Garden Route
- Garden Route, Safari & Winelands
Great experience. We gave a detailed review to the operator.
- Cape Town & the Garden Route
good itinerary and activities. tour manager was great
We had a great time and Frank was a brilliant tour guide and everyone on the tour were great thanks Linda and Colette
4 Day Garden Route Adventure
What our customers ask about Safari Tours & Trips in Garden Route
How long are typical game drives on Garden Route safaris?
Game drives along the Garden Route run between 2-3 hours offering morning and afternoon sessions. Addo Elephant National Park's drives explore its 28000-hectare reserve while private reserves like Botlierskop schedule multiple daily outings. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The morning game drive was thrilling and fulfilling - we spent 2-3 hours exploring the wilderness of Addo seeking out Africa's magnificent wildlife."
What animals can I expect to see during a Garden Route safari tour?
Garden Route safaris provide opportunities to see elephants lions rhinos buffalo hippos cheetahs and giraffes across various reserves. Addo Elephant National Park houses the world's largest concentration of African elephants with over 600 residents. Private reserves like Botlierskop and Buffelsdrift are known for Big 5 sightings. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "We got to see most of the animals bar a leopard tiger so very pleased. Our tour Guide was excellent."
What is the best time of year for wildlife viewing on Garden Route safaris?
The dry winter season from May to September presents the best wildlife viewing conditions. Animals gather near water sources during these months when vegetation thins out. This timing also aligns with whale watching season in coastal areas like Hermanus from July to November. Early morning drives at Addo Elephant National Park tend to be most productive. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The morning safari drive with knowledgeable guides in search of rhinos lions buffalo leopards and elephants was incredible."
What types of accommodation options are available on Garden Route safari tours?
Accommodations range from basic to luxurious across the Garden Route safari circuit. Buffelsdrift Private Game Lodge offers premium rooms with waterhole views while places like Cape to Addo Backpacker House provide budget-friendly options. Most properties feature pools and observation areas. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Even though it was hostel-style accommodation it was always very clean and cosy with great hosts and once also right by the beach."
Are the game drives included in the tour price or do I need to pay extra?
Standard Garden Route safari packages typically include one game drive especially at Addo Elephant National Park. Additional or specialized drives may require extra payment. At Addo a 2-hour guided open vehicle drive costs around 460 ZAR (USD 25). As one TourRadar traveler reported: "The included game drives were excellent value though we opted for an additional specialized drive which was worth the extra cost."
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