Tour Overview
Embark on a 7-day, 6-night Garden Route & Wine Adventure through South Africa and Mali, where you'll taste regional wines, biltong, and chocolate in the Cape Winelands, and soak up stunning sights along the Garden Route. Experience the thrill of spotting wildlife at Addo Elephant National Park, explore the Cango Caves, and visit an ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy a tram ride with wine tasting in Franschhoek, browse Hout Bay Harbour, and curve along Chapman's Peak. With accommodation in hostels or 3- to 4-star hotels, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and culinary delights. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cape Town – Sedgefield, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start with a morning pick-up from selected hotels in Cape Town city cantre (usually between +/- 6 and 8am, subject to the pickup route). This combo tour package may run in a different order. You may start by travelling to the Winelands, Cape Point or the Garden Route. If you start on the Garden Route tour portion; this is the itinerary guideline to follow:Wind your way through mountain passes where lazy baboons line the roadside; rolling farmlands and fertile microclimates with rows and rows of grapevines. Get ready for the famous Route 62, modeled after America’s Route 66, but with a distinctly local flavour and the longest wine route in the world. The Route 62 is more than just a leisurely drive – showcasing local culture, food, larger-than-life local characters and world-class wines. Wine lovers will be in their element with a Wine Tasting pit stop to sample some of the local produce about midway to your overnight stop. Few things are more beautiful to behold than the innate majestic beauty of this Valley of Wine with a glass of wine in hand. Complete the day with a journey through the landscape of rugged plains and towering cliffs to reach Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world, situated in the semi-desert Klein Karoo. Those seeking a close encounter with Mother Nature can join rangers on an optional Elephant Educational Observation in nature at the Buffelsdrift private game reserve. Follow these three rescued elephants; Jabari, Malaika and Bulelo. These gentle giants were orphaned when their parents were poached in the north of South Africa. In efforts to keep the family together, they were transferred to Buffelsdrift, bringing their boisterous personalities with them. You are free to take pictures from a distance and can ask the rangers as many questions.You’ll spend the evening here at leisure in this countryside town of Oudtshoorn. Either ask your guide to help you book a restaurant or taste local delights - such as ostrich "sosaties" (kebabs) and "pot brood" (bread cooked on open flames) at an optional 'braai' bbq experience (subject to availability) and spend the evening around a crackling fire under the vast twinkling starry country sky. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Sedgefield - Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Location: Jeffreys Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast
Adventure down the Garden Route before arriving in Jeffreys Bay
Day 3 : Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Location: Addo Elephant National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Go on an exciting wildlife game drive in Addo Elephant National Park
Day 4 : Jeffreys Bay – Oudtshoorn, South Africa
Location: Oudtshoorn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Learn about the ostrich farming industry in Oudtshoorn and visit the Cango Caves
Day 5 : Oudtshoorn – Stellenbosch, South Africa
Location: Stellenbosch
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel and have a wine tasting along the famous Route 62 to Stellenbosch.
Day 6 : Stellenbosch - Cape Agulhas, South Africa
Location: Cape Agulhas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Try local specialities in the Cape Winelands region
Day 7 : Cape Agulhas - Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Go whale watching and visit a penguin colony before heading to Cape Town, where your trip ends.
What's Included
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Accommodation
1 night in Oudtshoorn, 1 night in Greater Addo Region, 1 night in Jeffreys Bay, 1 night in Sedgefield or Knysna, 6 nights in hostels or 3-star or 4-star accommodations depending on the package, and 2 nights in Cape Town.
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Transport
Cape Town pick-up and drop-off service (within a 10km radius from Cape Town CBD) and all transportation as per itinerary.
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Meals
6 breakfasts.
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Activities
Chill out at J'Bay, Fairview Cheese & Wine Tasting, Tram Ride with Wine Tasting, Explore Franschhoek, Browse Hout Bay Harbour, Curve Along Chapman's Peak, Cape of Good Hope Explore, Simon's Town Penguin Willis Walk, Route 62, Ashton Chocolate & Wine Pairing, Ostrich Farm Visit, Cango Caves Exploring, Addo Game Drive in Tour Vehicle, Tsitsikamma National Park Walk, Knysna Heads Viewpoint. ...more ...less
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Guides
Local English speaking guide.
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Extras
Entry fees to included activities.
What's Not Included
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Lunch, Dinner, and Drinks
Lunch, dinner, and drinks are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
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Tips
Tips are not included.
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Flight Tickets
Flight tickets are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities not mentioned as included and all fees associated with them are not covered.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes Cape Town pick-up and drop-off service within a 10km radius from Cape Town CBD, and all transportation as per the itinerary.
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights in hostels or 3-star or 4-star accommodations, including stays in Oudtshoorn, Greater Addo Region, Jeffreys Bay, Sedgefield or Knysna, and Cape Town.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 6 nights of accommodation in hostels or 3-star or 4-star hotels, depending on the package. Specific accommodations include 1 night in Oudtshoorn, 1 night in the Greater Addo Region, 1 night in Jeffreys Bay, 1 night in Sedgefield or Knysna, and 2 nights in Cape Town. ...more ...less
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 6 breakfasts.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as chilling out at Jeffreys Bay, Fairview Cheese and Wine Tasting, a tram ride with wine tasting, exploring Franschhoek, browsing Hout Bay Harbour, curving along Chapman's Peak, exploring the Cape of Good Hope, Simon's Town Penguin Willis Walk, traveling Route 62, Ashton Chocolate and Wine Pairing, visiting an ostrich farm, exploring the Cango Caves, an Addo Game Drive in a tour vehicle, walking in Tsitsikamma National Park, and visiting the Knysna Heads Viewpoint. ...more ...less
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are several optional activities available during the tour, including an Elephant Educational Observation at Buffelsdrift private game reserve, a 4x4 Addo Safari, surfing equipment rental or surf lessons, beach horseback riding, sandboarding, and a Botlierskop 4x4 Safari drive. ...more ...less
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will start with a morning pick-up from selected hotels in Cape Town city center. You will travel through mountain passes, rolling farmlands, and fertile microclimates with rows of grapevines. You will drive along Route 62, the longest wine route in the world, and stop for a wine tasting. The day ends with a journey through rugged plains and towering cliffs to reach Oudtshoorn, where you can join an optional Elephant Educational Observation and spend the evening at leisure. ...more ...less
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What wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife, especially at Addo Elephant National Park where you may spot some of the Big Five animals. Additionally, you may encounter ostriches, baboons, and various antelope species, including bontebok, at the Cape of Good Hope.
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What is the transportation arrangement for the tour?
The tour includes Cape Town pick-up and drop-off service within a 10km radius from Cape Town CBD. All transportation as per the itinerary is also included.
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Are entry fees to activities included in the tour package?
Yes, entry fees to included activities are covered in the tour package.
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What should I know about the Cape Winelands day tour?
The Cape Winelands day tour includes visits to three esteemed wine farms for wine tastings and pairings with cheese and chocolate in the Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek regions. You will also experience a scenic one-way Franschhoek Wine Tram journey and have lunch in Franschhoek, the culinary capital of South Africa.
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What is the Cape Peninsula day tour like?
The Cape Peninsula day tour starts with a visit to Hout Bay, where you can visit the seal colony of Duiker Island or explore the local harbour market. You will then drive along Chapman's Peak road, visit the Cape of Good Hope, and see local wildlife. The tour also includes a visit to Simon's Town and Boulders Beach to see the African penguin colony.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Garden Route & Wine Adventure 7D/6N
7 Days Starting in Cape Town, South Africa and ending in Cape Peninsula, South Africa
Visiting: Cape Town, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Oudtshoorn, Stellenbosch, Cape Agulhas ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
7471
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
