Garden Route / Route 62 Self-Drive

The ever changing colors of the majestic mountains, scenic passes, rivers, vineyards and orchards, as well as the multitude of attractions along Route 62 and The Garden Route, will offer you an unforgettable adventure.

South Africa > Cape Town > Garden Route > Knysna > Oudtshoorn > Hermanus

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4 Days, 3 Nights

Your journey takes you along the Garden Route and Route 62, visiting Knysna, Featherbed Nature Reserve, Oudtshoorn and the Cango Caves. As you pass through Hermanus, keep watch for the Southern Right whales frolicking off shore.

Highlights

  • Stunning scenery along one of South Africa's scenic routes.
  • Knysna, famous for spectacular scenery, a huge lagoon and delicious oysters.
  • Oudtshoorn, the home of South Africa's ostrich industry and the Cango Caves.

Itinerary

Day 1 Cape Town - Knysna

Depart Cape Town airport, traveling towards the romantic seaside resort of Knysna in the heart of the famous Garden Route, with scenic stops along the way. Overnight at Knysna.

Day 2 Knysna

Perhaps cruise on the vast Knysna Lagoon or visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Enjoy amazing views including Knysna's huge tidal lagoon, and the forests, marshes and pristine beaches beyond. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Knysna.

Day 3 Oudtshoorn

This morning, enjoy the wonderful views of the spectacular Outeniqua Pass enroute to Oudtshoorn, the center of South Africa's ostrich industry. In the afternoon, we suggest you head underground for a fascinating tour of the Cango Caves. Overnight at Oudtshoorn.

Day 4 Cape Town

A day of magnificent vistas. Enjoy the ever-changing passing canvas as you travel to Cape Town. During the whale season you will travel via the seaside village of Hermanus in hopes of catching sight of Southern Right whales which frolic offshore (July to November). Out of season, we recommend you drive to Cape Town along Route 62.

Details

  • Meet and Greet on arrival at Cape Town International Airport
  • 2 Nights Standard accommodation at Knysna including breakfast
  • 1 Night Standard accommodation at Oudtshoorn including breakfast
  • 4 days rental car hire

Group Size

Minimum 2

Dates

Daily.

Price

From $445 per person twin share

Trip Terms

Prices are quoted in USD and are ‘from’, per person, based on twin share. Single supplements apply.  Black-out dates may apply. All pricing is strictly subject to availability. All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices.  Airlines frequently change their prices as a result of fare increases and/or fuel surcharges. Prices are current at time of posting (2/29/12) and may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed.

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This Vacation

Garden Route / Route 62 Self-Drive

Destination

South Africa
Cape Town
Garden Route
Knysna
Oudtshoorn
Hermanus

Interests

Family Friendly
Self-Drive

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