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7-Day Ultimate Garden Route & Cape Winelands Budget Adventure

Garden Route • Cape Town/Stellenbosch
7-Day Ultimate Garden Route & Cape Winelands Budget Adventure
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Hotel Pickup Available

We collect from any hotel or address in Cape Town/Stellenbosch.

Overview

This 7-day budget adventure is designed for global adventurers who want to experience the diversity of the Western Cape without breaking the bank. The journey combines thrilling wildlife encounters with world-class wine tasting and dramatic coastal scenery. You will spot four of the Big Five at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve and explore the elephant-rich thickets of Addo Elephant National Park. The itinerary includes adrenaline options like the Bloukrans bungee jump and scenic highlights such as the Cango Caves and Tsitsikamma National Park. Back in Cape Town the adventure continues with a full-day Cape Point tour including Chapman’s Peak Drive and a comprehensive Winelands tour featuring over 15 wine tastings. Accommodation is provided in social backpacker lodges making it easy to connect with fellow explorers.

Included

  • ✔ Intimate small group tour with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
  • ✔ Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from central Cape Town or Stellenbosch.
  • ✔ 6 Nights accommodation in backpacker dorms or private rooms.
  • ✔ Daily hearty breakfasts (6) to fuel your adventures.
  • ✔ Botlierskop 4x4 safari and Addo Elephant National Park game drive.
  • ✔ Entrance fees for Cango Caves and Knysna Heads and Tsitsikamma Walk.
  • ✔ Full day Cape Point tour including Hout Bay and Cape of Good Hope.
  • ✔ Full day Winelands tour with cheese and chocolate pairings and cellar tours.

Not Included

  • ✖ Lunch and dinner meals and drinks unless specifically noted.
  • ✖ Optional thrills such as the Bloukrans Bungee Jump or Sky Walk.
  • ✖ Duiker Island Cruise and Boulders Beach Reserve entry fees.
  • ✖ Travel insurance which is highly recommended for peace of mind.
  • ✖ Gratuities for the guide and personal expenses.

Itinerary

1

Day 1 Cape Town to Garden Route Region

Depart Cape Town for a scenic drive to Botlierskop Game Reserve. Enjoy a 4x4 safari spotting rhinos and giraffes. Overnight in a coastal backpackers.

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Day 2 Garden Route Exploration and Adrenaline

Visit Knysna Heads before heading to Bloukrans Bridge for optional bungee jumping. Walk the suspension bridge at Tsitsikamma National Park. Overnight in Jeffreys Bay.

3

Day 3 Jeffreys Bay to Addo

Wake up in surf-central Jeffreys Bay for optional surfing or horse riding. Drive to Addo Elephant National Park for a game drive. Overnight in Addo backpackers.

4

Day 4 Addo to Oudtshoorn

Taste traditional treats in the Karoo before exploring the ancient Cango Caves. Relax in Oudtshoorn with an optional ostrich braai. Overnight in Oudtshoorn.

5

Day 5 Oudtshoorn to Cape Town

Sip wines along the scenic Route 62 valley. Return to Cape Town by evening. Overnight in a Green Point backpackers.

6

Day 6 Cape Point Adventure

Explore Chapman’s Peak Drive and Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. See penguins at Boulders Beach. Overnight in Cape Town.

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Day 7 Cape Winelands Adventure

Tour Stellenbosch or Franschhoek with over 15 wine tastings and food pairings. Return to accommodation by late afternoon.

Important Information

  • Pickup Window Collection is between 06:00 and 07:00 on the day of departure.
  • Tour Availability This package departs exclusively on Monday and Saturday.
  • Luggage Policy No luggage is allowed on the Day 6 and Day 7 day tours.
  • Accommodation Mix Stays are in top-rated backpackers like Island Vibe and Never@home.
  • Customization The itinerary can run in reverse depending on availability.
  • Flight Advice We do not recommend booking departure flights for the final evening.