5 Star Cape Town Garden Route Safari

SOUTH AFRICA TOURS & SAFARIS

Cape Town | Cape Winelands | Knysna | Plettenberg Bay | Kariega Game Reserve

This 12-day tour staying in 5-star accommodation offers the chance to spot the Big 5 in Kariega, after stops in iconic Cape Town, country living in Bainskloof, and the popular Garden Route spots of Knysna & Plettenberg Bay.

Full Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Cape Town

    Marina Harbour Room at the One & Only Cape Town on Bed & Breakfast basis

    4 nights

    You will be met at the Cape Town airport by our local representative and transferred in a private standard Sedan to the One & Only Cape Town hotel, where you will spend the next 4 nights in a Marina Harbour King room on Bed & Breakfast basis.

    In the heart of Cape Town’s picturesque Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, this contemporary urban resort embodies a chic island design and African flair. The crescent-shaped architecture of the seven-storey Marina Rise allows for splendid views of Table Mountain and Signal Hill from 91 spacious rooms and suites. Two lushly landscaped islands at the centre of the waterfront feature 40 Island Suites and the tranquil One&Only Spa. Clean lines, dark African woods and contemporary artwork by local artisans accentuate the 131 spacious, rooms and suites - the largest in all of Cape Town. The generous interior spaces are adorned with fabrics and furnishings recalling the warm, muted tones of Africa's savannahs, with bright splashes of colour playing tribute to the land's vibrant personality.   

    Located in the crescent shaped Marina Rise, Marina Harbour Rooms offer exceptional views from a large private balcony, of Cape Town’s working waterfront harbour. Available with a king-size bed, all bedrooms have an en suite bathroom with egg-shaped bath, rain shower, private water closet and dual marble vanities that are divided by wood screens with an African detail that create a separate, but open feel throughout the space.

  • Day 5

    Self-drive from Cape Town to Winelands

    Auberge Room at Le Quartier Francais on Bed & Breakfast basis

    2 nights

    Located right in the heart of the of Franschhoek Wine Valley, Le Quartier Français is a luxury country inn ideal for a tranquil holiday in Cape Winelands, South Africa. The hotel features a selection of well appointed guestrooms and suites, as well as a fabulous cottage that is a families' favourite. Boasting an ample swimming pool, an award-winning restaurant and lavish spa treatments among its facilities,  Le Quartier Français also offers fun activities such as cooking lessons. Fancy a wine tasting tour on horseback? An exciting mountain bike ride or even shark cage diving? You will find all this and more at Le Quartier Français. As the family friendly hotel that it is, Le Quartier Français offers easy access to fantastic activities and places that your children will love, including horse riding and the Drakenstein Lion Park.

    King bedded room with en-suite bathroom with bath/walk-in shower.

    Stay includes: Breakfast, limited mini bar and Nespresso machine in room, unlimited internet access, all national phone calls, one complimentary wine tasting at the Great Heart wine Boutique at Le Quartier Francais per guest per stay.

  • Day 7

    Knysna

    Standard Room at The Turbine Boutique & Spa on Bed & Breakfast basis

    1 nights

    The Turbine Hotel and Spa is an exceptional boutique hotel in Knysna is situated on Thesen Island which is considered one of the most the prestigious locations on the Garden Route. It was an ambitious project which transformed the old power station into a unique 5 star Knysna hotel. All the old machinery which was used in this power station has been lovingly restored and forms an integral part of the hotels aesthetics. The hotel offers seventeen rooms, six luxury rooms, a honeymoon suite and the self-catering Water Club apartment. All rooms have individual décor and art, split extra large king beds and secured with a Ving card access system. All accommodation at the hotel is air-conditioned (heating and cooling) and is full en-suite with a separate shower and bath, two basins and heated towel rails. A flat screen TV, Dvd Player with a full Dvd library, internet facilities, a fully stocked mini bar and tea and coffee station are also part of the facilities in each room.

    Standard Rooms are designed to accentuate the Turbine Hotel’s exquisite placement, effortlessly embracing both its historical significant and natural beauty. All rooms boast beautiful, individual décor and artwork, comfortable extra-length king beds, en-suite bathrooms, and air-conditioning.

    Stay includes: Breakfast, and Tourism Levy

  • Day 8

    Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route

    The Plettenberg is situated in the heart of Plettenberg Bay on a rocky headland in one of South Africa's most spectacular beach towns in the Garden Route. This property, with 35 individually decorated rooms and two villas, showcases the most breathtaking vistas in Southern Africa with views of the ocean, mountains and endless stretches of golden beach. The hotel offers exceptional cuisine matched with the finest Cape wines and charming service. A reflection of its seaside location, SeaFood at The Plettenberg is a celebration of the local marine bounty and seasonal produce of the Plettenberg Bay area. Leading off The Sun Lounge, The Sandbar is an exquisite, contemporary cocktail bar and lounge frequented by local patrons.

    The eight beautifully appointed Plettenberg Double Rooms all showcase exceptional décor and that characteristic Plettenberg charm. In addition the Double Rooms all feature an en-suite bathroom, under floor heating, air-conditioning throughout and other luxury amenities you've come to expect from The Collection by Liz McGrath properties. A Double Room at The Plettenberg is the elegant choice for the discerning guest.

    Stay includes: Breakfast, Mini Bar, Tourism Levy and VAT

  • Day 9

    Kariega Game Reserve

    Luxury Tented Suite at Kariega Settlers Drift on Fully Inclusive ( with selected beverages)

    3 nights

    Kariega Game Reserve is a family-owned and operated private game reserve in South Africa stretching across 9,000 hectares of pristine wilderness in the Eastern Cape. The Reserve is situated along the famous Garden Route and is a 10 minute drive from the sleepy coastal village of Kenton-on-Sea, and a mere 140 km outside of Port Elizabeth. Incorporating luxury safari lodge accommodation, magnificent Big 5 and other game viewing as well as breath-taking vistas over the hills, valleys and rivers below. Experience close up viewing of the Big 5, as well as multitudes of other South African safari wildlife from the comfort of an open game drive vehicle. Located in a remote and untouched part of the Kariega wilderness, Settlers Drift offers a unique tented safari combined with 5-star luxury. The lodge consists of spacious tented suites, each with stunning views and secluded viewing decks. Gazing down from the decks overlooking the Bushman’s River, it feels as if time has stood still since the last feet to have touched this remote valley were those of the 1820 Settlers as they guided their wagons across the river. The luxuriously appointed and perfectly positioned tented lodge delivers the ultimate guest experience.

    Luxury tented Suites each with an opulent bedroom and living area, full bathroom, indoor & outdoor shower, mini-bar and private viewing deck.

    Option includes: All meals, selected beverages and activities.

  • Day 12

    Port Elizabeth Airport

    Drop-off the rental car at Port Elizabeth Airport

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