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2 Day Ultimate Wildlife Safari Budget Garden Route Adventure

Garden Route • Cape Town
2 Day Ultimate Wildlife Safari Budget Garden Route Adventure
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Hotel Pickup Available

We collect from any hotel or address in Cape Town.

Overview

This 2-day budget safari is perfect for travelers short on time who want to experience the wildlife and scenery of the Garden Route. Departing from Cape Town the tour travels along the scenic Route 62 to the ostrich capital of Oudtshoorn. Highlights include a 4x4 game drive at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve and a guided bush walk to learn about the local flora and fauna. You will also enjoy a sunrise game drive at Buffelsdrift Game Reserve which is home to three of the Big Five. Accommodation is provided at a charming backpacker lodge with options for shared dorms or private rooms. This tour offers a fantastic mix of adventure and relaxation with a focus on affordability.

Included

  • ✔ Return transfers in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide.
  • ✔ 1 Night accommodation at a budget-friendly backpacker lodge in Oudtshoorn.
  • ✔ Breakfast on Day 2.
  • ✔ 2-hour 4x4 game drive at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve.
  • ✔ Guided bush walk at Botlierskop with an experienced ranger.
  • ✔ 2-hour sunrise game drive at Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve.

Not Included

  • ✖ Lunch and dinner meals and beverages.
  • ✖ Optional activities such as the elephant bush walk at Buffelsdrift.
  • ✖ Personal purchases and gratuities.
  • ✖ Domestic and international flights.
  • ✖ Visa fees if required.

Itinerary

1

Day 1 Cape Town to Oudtshoorn via Botlierskop

Depart Cape Town via Route 62. Enjoy a 2-hour game drive and guided bush walk at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Travel to Oudtshoorn for overnight stay.

2

Day 2 Oudtshoorn to Cape Town via Buffelsdrift

Start with a sunrise game drive at Buffelsdrift Game Reserve. Optional elephant interaction walk. Return to Cape Town via the scenic Route 62 arriving by evening.

Important Information

  • Departure Days This tour departs weekly on Monday and Wednesday and Saturday.
  • Accommodation Type Uthando Backpackers offers shared dorms and private rooms.
  • Group Size Small group tours typically range from 2 to 12 persons per vehicle.
  • Pickup Time Collection is between 07:00 and 09:00 from Cape Town City Bowl.
  • Flight Advice We do not recommend booking departure flights for the final evening of the tour.