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7-Day Ultimate Garden Route & Cape Winelands Budget Adventure

Cape Town • South Africa, Cape Town, Garden Route, Cape Winelands
7-Day Ultimate Garden Route & Cape Winelands Budget Adventure
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Hotel Pickup Available

We collect from any hotel or address in South Africa, Cape Town, Garden Route, Cape Winelands.

Overview

This 7-day budget adventure is designed for global explorers seeking an immersive and affordable South African experience. The journey covers the Garden Route with a 4x4 safari at Botlierskop and a visit to Tsitsikamma National Park and a game drive in Addo Elephant National Park. Returning to Cape Town via the scenic Route 62 guests then enjoy two fully guided day tours exploring the dramatic coastline of the Cape Peninsula and the historic vineyards of the Cape Winelands. Accommodation is provided in lively backpacker lodges.

Included

  • ✔ 6 nights budget accommodation in backpacker lodges
  • ✔ 6 hearty breakfasts
  • ✔ Botlierskop 4x4 Safari and Addo Elephant Park Game Drive
  • ✔ Cango Caves Adventure Tour and Route 62 Wine Tasting
  • ✔ Cape Peninsula Tour including Chapman’s Peak and Cape Point
  • ✔ Full Day Cape Winelands Tour with 15 to 20 tastings and pairings
  • ✔ Lunch included on Day 6 and Day 7
  • ✔ Knowledgeable English-speaking local guide
  • ✔ All entry fees for included activities

Not Included

  • ✖ Optional thrills like Bungy Jumping or Sky Walking
  • ✖ Lunch on Days 1 to 5
  • ✖ Dinner and drinks unless specified
  • ✖ Travel insurance
  • ✖ Gratuities
  • ✖ Duiker Island Cruise and Boulders Beach Reserve Entry

Itinerary

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Day 1 Cape Town to Botlierskop Game Reserve

Pickup between 06:00 and 07:00 from Cape Town or Stellenbosch. Journey along a scenic route to Botlierskop Game Reserve for a 2.5-hour 4x4 safari spotting rhinos and giraffes. Overnight at Pili Pili Cabanas.

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Day 2 Garden Route and Tsitsikamma

Explore the Knysna Heads cliffs before heading to Bloukrans Bridge for optional bungy jumping. Walk the suspension bridge at Tsitsikamma National Park and drive to Jeffreys Bay. Overnight at Island Vibe Backpackers.

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Day 3 Addo Elephant National Park

Start with optional surfing or horseback riding in Jeffreys Bay. Drive to Addo Elephant National Park for a 2 to 3-hour game drive searching for elephants and the Big Five. Overnight at Avoca River Cabins.

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Day 4 Addo to Oudtshoorn

Travel to the Klein Karoo to taste local treats like bobotie. Explore the ancient caverns of the Cango Caves and relax in Oudtshoorn with an optional ostrich braai. Overnight at Uthando Backpackers.

5

Day 5 Route 62 to Cape Town

Sip wines along the scenic Route 62 valley before returning to Cape Town between 19:00 and 21:00. Overnight at Never@home Green Point.

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Day 6 Cape Peninsula Adventure

Pickup between 08:00 and 09:00 for a full day Cape Point tour including lunch. Visit Chapman’s Peak and Cape Point and see the penguins at Boulders Beach. Overnight at Never@home Green Point.

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Day 7 Cape Winelands Experience

Pickup between 08:00 and 09:00 for a Winelands tour including lunch. Visit 3 or 4 estates in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek for tastings and cheese pairings and a cellar tour. Return to Cape Town by 17:30.

Important Information

  • Departure Days This tour departs weekly on Mondays and Saturdays only
  • Luggage Note No luggage is allowed on the day tours for Day 6 and 7
  • Accommodation Stays are in hostels or backpacker lodges offering dorms or private rooms
  • Group Size Intimate small group tour experience