Discover South Africa’s Garden Route on a guided adventure from Cape Town to Gqeberha, combining city highlights, winelands, coastal scenery and a safari in Amakhala Game Reserve.
We aim to secure locally owned accommodation that is well located, offers good value for money, and plenty of comfort. To help you find your ideal adventure, each trip is given a Comfort Level rating, which indicates the overall standard of accommodation. For more on our ratings, see our Comfort Level guidelines.
Upgrade your room on Day 1, 2, 3, 4, 8 and 9 of this itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details.
The typical hotels we use are on the daily itinerary but below are some of the standout hotels we use.
Cape Town: City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront (nights 1-3)
Base yourself a short walk from one of Cape Town’s most lively districts at this comfortable stay near the V&A Waterfront. Shops, museums and harbour views are a 5 to 10-minute walk away, while bright rooms, a garden pool and a terrace bar make it easy to unwind between exploring the city.
Oudtshoorn: De Opstal Country Lodge (night 5)
Relax in a peaceful Karoo retreat surrounded by open countryside just outside Oudtshoorn. Traditional Cape Dutch-style buildings sit among gardens and mountain views, while spacious rooms open onto private terraces. A swimming pool and shady veranda offer a welcome place to cool off after exploring the nearby Cango Caves.
Tailor your trip: Extend your adventure by securing extra hotel nights before or after the main itinerary. Speak to your sales representative to book.
Private rooms: Like most tour operators, we room solo passengers together. If you’d prefer to have a private room, it’s normally possible to do this for a supplement. Speak to your sales representative to book.
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