5-Day Garden Route & Addo Safari Adventure

Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
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Duration

5 days 4 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

English

Explore South Africa’s scenic southern coast on this thrilling 5-day adventure from Cape Town or Stellenbosch. From Big Five game drives and dramatic coastal views to forest walks, wildlife encounters, and wine tasting, this tour blends nature, adrenaline, and culture across the Garden Route and Addo Elephant National Park.

Highlights

  • Garden Route
  • Addo Elephant National Park

Arrival

Day 1 - Cape Town to Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Depart Cape Town or Stellenbosch and head east along the scenic Garden Route to Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and the chance to spot wildlife like giraffe, zebra, and rhino. Afterward, check in at your hotel and settle in for the night. Dinner is not included, giving you the freedom to choose your own dining experience.

Accommodation

The Graywood Mid-range Hotel

Day 2 - Knysna Views, Ziplines & Tsitsikamma

After breakfast, visit the Knysna Heads for panoramic coastal views. Enjoy optional activities like the Waterfall zipline or the Bloukrans bungy—the highest bridge jump in the world. Later, stretch your legs with a nature walk in Tsitsikamma National Park. Dinner is for your own account at a local restaurant or lodge.

Accommodation

Sea Whisper Guesthouse

Day 3 - Optional Beach Activities & Addo Safari

Following breakfast, enjoy free time or choose an optional morning activity such as surfing or horseback riding on the beach. In the afternoon, journey to Addo Elephant National Park for a Big Five game drive. After wildlife spotting, check in to the charming Gerald’s Gift Guesthouse. Dinner is not included, giving you flexibility to dine locally.

Accommodation

Gerald's Gift Guesthouse

Day 4 - Cango Caves & Elephant Encounters

Begin with breakfast, then explore the incredible Cango Caves—an underground wonder of limestone formations. You’ll also have the option to visit Buffelsdrift Game Reserve for an elephant experience (subject to availability). For dinner, enjoy a local restaurant meal or opt for a traditional South African braai experience (own account).

Accommodation

Oakdene Guesthouse

Day 5 - Ostriches, Wine Tasting & Return

Enjoy breakfast before heading to an ostrich farm for an up-close look at these curious birds. Then travel along the scenic Route 62, stopping at a local winery for a tasting of regional wines. The tour ends with a comfortable transfer back to Cape Town or Stellenbosch, concluding your unforgettable Garden Route and Addo adventure.

End of Tour

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Drinks (as specified in day to day section)
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of US$ 10.00 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Meals (As specified in day to day section)
  • Alcoholic Drinks

5 Days
Fullday (+7hours)

English

5-Day Cape Town
5-Day Garden Route

Tour's Location

Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
from R25001

Owner

Simone Van Wyngaardt

Member Since 2025

Information Contact

Email

reservations@knaptours.com

Website

www.knaptours.co.za

Phone

+27 78 166 1784

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