Cape Town, the Garden Route and Klein Karoo

(8 Day / 7 Night)

Designed to showcase the very best of the Western Cape including Cape Town & surrounds, the world renowned Garden Route and the semi-arid landscapes of Oudtshoorn and the Klein Karoo. Every day offers a host of fun-filled family orientated activities – an adventure for all ages.

Highlights:

Cape Town, Table Mountain and local markets.

The Cape Peninsula, Cape Point and Boulders penguin colony

Kirstenbosch Gardens and the Winelands of Stellenbosch

Whale watching boat cruise (seasonal)

Knysna, The Knysna Heads and surrounds

Safari game drive and Elephant Experience

The Klein Karoo and Oudtshoorn

Cango Caves and Ostrich Farm

Route 62

Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town

Upon arrival, you will be collected and transferred to your accommodation, Morningside Cottage, Tokai, for a brief orientation and an afternoon of leisure.

Day 2: Cape Town, Table Mountain and the Winelands

Enjoy a morning exploring the sights and sounds of the City of Cape Town including a visit to the world renowned Table Mountain, V&A Waterfront, local markets and Bo-Kaap. Spend a relaxed afternoon wine-tasting in the heart of the winelands, Stellenbosch.

Day 3: The Cape Peninsula via Chapman’s Peak and Cape Point

Discover the beautiful and pristine coastlines of the Cape Peninsula including a visit to Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope via Hout Bay and the scenic Chapman’s Peak .

Day 4: The Garden Route, Swellendam and Knysna

Leaving Cape Town behind we head for the world renowned Garden Route and Knysna via the N2 passing the historical towns of Swellendam and Mosel Bay en-route before ending the day with a leisurely walk overlooking the magnificent Knysna Heads.

Day 5: Exploring Knysna & surrounds

A day spent exploring the bustling town of Knysna and surrounds including a ferry boat ride on thescenic Knysna lagoon and the opportunity for a Safari style game drive surrounded by a host of Africa’s unique wildlife.

Day 6: The Outeniqua Pass, Klein Karoo and Oudtshoorn

Enjoy a relaxed morning before heading off via George and the Outeniqua Pass  en-route to Oudtshoorn and a visit to a working Ostrich farm and the Cango Wildlife Ranch and Cheetah centre.

Day 7: Swartberg Pass, Meiringspoort & Cango Wildlife Ranch

Discover the beauty of the Klein Karoo with a panoramic view of the landscapes below from the Swartberg Pass and the opportunity to wander through the World heritage site of the Cango Caves. The day also offers the opportunity to explore the surrounding area including Prince Albert and Meiringspoort.

Day 8: Cape Town via Route 62

A leisurely morning before departing for Cape Town via Route 62 with its ever changing semi-arid landscapes visiting the towns of Calitzdorp, Montagu & Robertson en-route.

For the Children:

• Spier Wine Estate and the Cheetah Outreach Centre: Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by a variety of birdlife and the unique opportunity to interact with the worlds fastest animal, the Cheetah.

• Two Oceans Aquarium: Offers a unique, close up look at a variety of fish, seals, jelly fish, crustaceans and shark to name a few including an interactive touch display for all ages.

• Boulders Penguin Colony: A wonderful, natural opportunity to get close to African penguins at Boulders Beach, and if the weather is good take a swim with them.

• World of Birds: Africa’s biggest bird park, with more than 3000 birds, including owls and birds of prey. There is also a section dedicated to monkeys, meerkats and reptiles.

• Imhoff Farm: Visit the reptile park and farm yard where children can feed a variety of farm animals or even try their hand at riding a camel. There are also a variety of cafes for parents and a local cheese maker.

• Butterfly World: A live display of hundreds of butterflies housed in a large greenhouse. There is also a spider collection, scorpion terrarium and iguana cage.

• Scratch Patch: An opportunity for the kids to sort through a sea of semi-precious stones and collect their own colourful assortment to take home.

Included:

Experienced Guide (foreign speaking)

Spacious, air-conditioned transportation

4 star Accommodation and Breakfasts

Table Mountain (cable car)

The Cape Peninsula, Cape Point (includes a funicular ride)

Boulders Beach & the penguin colony

Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch & Paarl

Cango Caves & Safari Ostrich Farm

Featherbed paddle cruise

Package Costs:

October - April

2 pax @ R 15 925-00pp (2x adults)

4 pax @ R 11 290-00pp (2 adults & 2 children)

5 pax @ R 9 750-00pp (2 adults & 3 children)

May - September

2 pax @ R 13 750-00pp (2x adults)

4 pax @ R 10 750-00pp (2 adults & 2 children)

5 pax @ R 8 995-00pp (2 adults & 3 children)

Excluded:

All Dinners & Lunches

All optional activities

Please Note:

Packages are flexible and  can be altered to suit your travel requirements

Children under 16 yrs