South Africa · GARDEN ROUTE TOURS
The N2 between Cape Town and Gqeberha strings together lagoons, forest, a bungee bridge and a lot of coastline. The 15 below compare the multi-day runs against the single days out of Knysna and Plett, priced and paced honestly.
Review of a 2-day Cape Town safari with Garden Route Game Lodge, coastal stops, Big Five viewing, dinner, breakfast, and practical tips.
“Chris had so much knowledge and was an excellent guide over the 2 days. The Lodge accommodation was lovely and the safari tours were a lot of fun. We got a chance to see all the animals at the reserve. I would definitely recommend this tour.”
Review of the 5-day Garden Route and Addo Safari from Cape Town, covering wildlife, beaches, caves, wine, costs, comfort, and long drives.
“Firstly, the experience was highly scheduled and did not feel like a vacation… we saw great things but I wish our tour guide was more flexible. Speaking of our tour guide… Paul was very insensitive to the demographic he was traveling with. He made my (black) friends and I so uncomfortable with his reflections on apartheid (that no one asked for). He said quote “Nelson Mandela was my sworn enemy.” He made it clear that he appreciated and benefitted off apartheid and the oppression of human beings. He would also seem very unsure at times, my friend and I were moved to a hotel by ourselves for one night. We…”
Explore South Africa’s Garden Route, Cape Agulhas, Tsitsikamma, Wilderness, Cango Caves, and Addo on a lively six-day small-group tour.
“Very wel organized 6 day trip. Super enthusiastic tour guide! Good accommodations, good food, etc...”
Review the five-day Garden Route and Addo safari from Cape Town, with Cango Caves, wine tasting, wildlife, and optional adventure sports.
“5 wonderful days with so many lovely activities! The itinerary was packed with amazing things to do- ziplining, horse riding, bungee jumping, safaris, wine tasting, ostrich farm and many more! Isaac is an unbeliavably nice guide! He drives smoothly, he gives info about places we pass by, he is friendly and relaxed, he is polite and discreet and simultaneously always available to give solutions and advice with everyting! All accommodation places were either very nice or supurb! We were given actually the glamping upgrade in Baffelsdrift - it was such an amazing luxurius and beautiful stay, beyond any expectation! The private safari in Botlierskop was unexpectedly beautiful and our guide…”
Review of a fast-paced 3-day Garden Route tour from Cape Town with Cango Caves, kayaking, safari, optional bungee jumping and two nights’ stay.
“It is a remarkable trip for me. I have a really good time in safari and elepahnt walk section. Our tour guided Nevel is very nice and helpful. This make me have a good impression about Cape town.”
Review of a 3-day Garden Route safari from Cape Town with two game drives, kayaking, hiking, meals, lodging, and optional bungee jumping.
“The tour was a very good one. We went for 2 drive games, also a nice kayaking, and for the braves: bungy jumping. Asanda our guide was great !! He was always trying to tell us everything about his beautiful country Southafrica. So thanks Asanda for all !!!!”
Review of a six-day Garden Route and Addo safari from Cape Town, with wildlife, wine, hiking, canoeing, beaches, and practical value advice.
“Steph is very sweet, I think that we are lucky that she was our guide”
A fast-paced 3-day journey from Cape Town covering Route 62, Cango Caves, kayaking, safari, and optional elephant walks.
“the safari trip was fantastic, so amazing and wonderful. our guide nev siya was the best. he told us so much about everything of south africa. thanks so much”
Review of a 5-day Garden Route and Addo tour from Cape Town, with penguins, wine, canoeing, Tsitsikamma, and an Addo game drive.
“Very enjoyable experience. Terri and Gareth our guides were both superb. Terri very intuitive about guests needs, Gareth very experienced and inclusive of everyone and willing to assist those who perhaps would struggle without extra help. Terri also very helpful giRead more”
Explore Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Tsitsikamma, safari country, and Hermanus on a four-day Garden Route tour from Cape Town.
“Everything was perfect, in our many travels we have never been guided by such a personable, knowledgeable, helpful and safe driver. All the activities were top notch but it was Christopher’s ability to take us to the “secret” places only a local would know that made the trip sRead more”
Review of the 5-day Garden Route and Addo tour from Cape Town, covering safaris, caves, Knysna, Tsitsikamma, whales, costs, and practical tips.
“We had the most amazing 4 night trip away! Everything was amazing and our tour guide, Benji, was brilliant - he made our tour what it was! Such a cool, fun, kind, friendly and knowledgable gentleman - a real top guy! Thanks for making our trip so epic!!”
Review of a 3-day Cape Town Garden Route tour with penguins, Hermanus whales, Cape Agulhas, safari drives, wine tasting, and Route 62.
“This was one of the best experiences of our lives. We saw many animals (penguins, whales, cheeta, rhinoceros, elephants, lions, hippos, buffaloes, and many more. Benjamin was an amazing tourguide. He cares deeply about the country and the animals and with all his knowledge he made us love the country as well. Thank you very much!”
Cruise from Knysna Estuary through the Heads to the Indian Ocean, with chances to see dolphins, whales, seals, penguins, cliffs, and caves.
“Due to poor weather conditions, we were unable to take the planned trip. We were informed that we would receive a full reimbursement of the cost paid for the trip within 3 or 4 days. A week later we are still waiting for the refund.”
Review of Knysna’s 90-minute marine tour, with lagoon views, Knysna Heads, dolphin and seal sightings, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We saw humpback dolphins and a few seals. Crew were lovely and the boat ride was fun. The wakes are quite big and the boat goes quite fast so it’s quite bumpy but we really enjoyed it. My 4yo son was a little scared at times but he loved the experience overall.”
Review of a seven-day Cape Town combo covering the Garden Route, Addo, Cape Point and Winelands, with practical costs, pacing and tips.
“Zahid our tour guide was awesome! Great trip! Although the mix of the group could have been better, because 7 out of 9 of us were germans, this was an exception to my group because other groups were of a better mix.”
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