Cape Town to Garden Route and Kruger Comfort Safari

Below is the basic day to day brief.

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Day 1: Cape Town – Hermanus – Cape Agulhas
This morning we leave Cape Town early and make our way to the coastal town of Hermanus. The guests who are taking part in the Shark Diving will be picked up early and will miss the first half of the day which includes the Penguin Colony & Hermanus. Our journey takes us on picturesque coastal roads to Betties bay where the Penguin Colony is. The early afternoon is spent exploring Hermanus, famous for hundreds of Southern Right Whales during the Whale season (July – November). There are lots of little shops and restaurants in the area as well as some beautiful beaches. Later in the afternoon we head for Cape Agulhas, the most southern tip of Africa. This is where the warm Indian Ocean meets the cold Atlantic.

Meals: Dinner
Included Highlights: Penguins at Betties Bay
Optional Activities: Shark Cage Diving; Whale Watching Boat trip (July -November), Cycle to Cape Agulhas
Accommodation: Guest House

Day 2: Cape Agulhas – Oudtshoorn
Today we drive to Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo, the Ostrich Capital of the World. We take the scenic road through the amazing Route 62. We enjoy some lunch and sample some wine at a local winery before carrying on to overnight stop in Oudtshoorn. The last highlight of a wonderful day is enjoying a stunning Klein Karoo sunset taking in the views of the Outeniqua and Swartberg mountain ranges in the background while enjoying the ostrich farm tour.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Included Highlights: Local Wine Tasting, Route 62 road trip, Klein Karoo Ostrich farm tour
Accommodation: Guest House

Day 3: Oudtshoorn – Wilderness – Sedgefield
This morning we have breakfast and drive over the magnificent Outeniqua Mountain pass towards Wilderness National Park where we hop on canoes to explore this breathtaking area. It’s an easy paddle up the Touw River and the indigenous forest with its multitude of birdlife. We then take a 2km hike along a boardwalk, leading us to a beautiful waterfall and some rock pools. Late afternoon you can spend exploring Sedgefield, with its expansive views and beaches.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Included Highlights: Canoeing and hiking in Wilderness National Park
Accommodation: Guest House

Day 4: Sedgefield - Knysna - Tsitsikamma - Addo
After breakfast we head for Knysna and the Knysna heads viewpoint for some incredible views over the Knysna River estuary and the Indian Ocean. Next we drive on to Tsitsikamma National park, stopping at Bloukrans Bridge (the highest bungee jump bridge in the world). We spend the afternoon in Tsitsikamma National Park and its luscious indigenous forest and spectacular Indian Ocean coastline. There are many activities such as hikes, a suspension bridge and swimming. Early in the afternoon we start to make our way to Addo Elephant park and the Big 5.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Included Highlights: Entrance to Tsitsikamma National Park
Optional Activities: 216m Bloukrans Bungee Jump
Accommodation: Guest House

Day 5: Addo – Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) - Johannesburg
This morning we explore the wonders of Addo Elephant Park for 2-3 hours. We can see wildlife such as elephant, Cape Buffalo, Lion, Black Rhino, Warthog, Zebra, Eland, Kudu, Hartebeest and many more. Once we enjoyed our exciting game viewing, we are dropped off in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) around 12-1pm. You are taken to the airport where you will take a flight to Johannesburg booked for after 2pm. In Johannesburg on arrival you are taken to the lodge for a good night’s rest before our amazing safari in the Kruger National Park starts.

Meals: None
Included Highlights: Entrance & 2-3-hour game drive in tour vehicle in Addo Elephant Park
Optional Activities: 2 Hour Open vehicle Game drive with Addo Field Guide
Accommodation: Guest House

Day 6: Johannesburg – Greater Kruger National Park
We leave Johannesburg and travel to the greater Kruger National Park for our exhilarating Safari. We reach Thornhill Lodge in time for a delicious lunch. We have some leisurely time to unwind and soak in our surroundings and then head out in the late afternoon/early evening Big 5 Game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle in one of the Private Reserves in the area. We stop at one of the waterholes for some sundowners and snacks while enjoying watching the game come down to the water for a drink. Our game drive then continues into the African night. Once we reach the Lodge again, we are treated to a delicious traditional South African meal around the log fire.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlights: Big 5 Open 4x4 Vehicle Game Drive – Private Reserve open to Kruger Park
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 7: Kruger National Park
We wake up bright and early, enjoy some coffee and rusks and start our amazing day exploring Kruger National Park. Our fantastic game drive takes us through beautiful bushveld landscapes as we go on search for the Big 5. The Kruger is home to a multitude of different game species and birdlife. We do a stop at a picnic spot and have a delicious brunch before continuing on our game drive once more. We visit various waterholes and viewpoints along the way. As we return to our Lodge, we enjoy another taste of scrumptious African Cuisine before we retire for the evening, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Meals: Brunch & Dinner
Included Highlights: Full Day Open 4x4 Vehicle Game Drive in Kruger Park
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 8: Greater Kruger National Park – Johannesburg
We rise early, enjoy our rusks and coffee and head out on an early morning game walk in the bush. Our expert guides give us some insight into our environment and the animals that calls this magnificent area home. We have a delightful breakfast and embark on our final part of this amazing tour, stopping at the awe-inspiring Blyde River Canyon and Three Rondavels that take your breath away. Have your cameras ready. We arrive in Johannesburg between 5 and 6pm and our adventure comes to an end here.

Meals: Breakfast
Included Highlights: Morning Game Walk in Private Nature Reserve, Visit to Three Rondavels & Blyde River Canyon