Cape Town to Durban Safari

A fantastic Safari from Cape Town to Durban, South Africa.

You Safari starts off with an stop off in Stellenbosh in the heart of the Cape Wineland region. Its then off to the Garden Route area of South Africa, including visits to the ostrich capital Oudtshoorn, the town of Knysna and the Tsitsikamma National Park.

We then visit the Malaria Free Addo Elephant National Park before a quick stop off in the Mountain area of Hogsback.

From Hogsback its off to the small mountain kingdom of Lesotho for some pony trekking and a visit to the Drakensberg area of Kwazulu Natal before the Safari ends in Durban.

Day 1: Stellenbosch Wine Route – South Africa

Leaving the mother city of Cape Town behind, we drive to Stellenbosch stopping off at a wine farm for an included tasting. The magnificent rocky mountain scenery will take your breath away en route to a Cheetah Breeding project, where we admire these beautiful animals. Later we travel onto our first campsite in Swellendam. 
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 : Oudtshoorn – South Africa

We drive inland to the Cango Caves where we take a guided tour.  The Cango Caves are some of the most impressive limestone caverns and the different formations are quite astonishing. In the afternoon we have the opportunity to visit an Ostrich Farm before setting up camp in Oudtshoorn. Optional Activities: Ostrich Farm visit.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Knysna – South Africa

We return to the coast via some lovely country roads and camp near picturesque seaside village of Knysna. Travelling along the coastal stretch of the Garden Route is one of South Africa’s most scenic journeys. Look out for whales and dolphins as we pass through Mossel Bay. Optional Activities: Canoeing, hiking & the lagoon cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - 5:  Bloukrans / Tsitsikamma National Park – South Africa

It is a short drive to the Storms River and Bloukrans Bridge.  We will spend time exploring this coastal region and the Tsitsikamma  National Park, one of South Africa’s best-kept secrets. The hiking here is some of the best in South Africa, including the famous Otter Trail and superb coastal scenery. At the nearby Bloukrans Bridge the Bungy Jump (at 212m) is the highest in the world, although most people are not quite brave enough to try it. Optional Activities: Bungy jumping (highest in the world), treetop canopy tours, hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 : Addo Elephant National Park – South Africa

The journey continues into the Eastern Cape where we enter the Addo Elephant National Park, where we are surrounded by these magnificent creatures. Addo is also home to many of Africa’s big game. Our truck gives us an elevated view on our game drive, particularly for those photographic enthusiasts amongst us.
 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - 8:  Hogsback – South Africa

After a final game drive in Addo we depart Addo Park and drive, via Port Elizabeth, to Hogsback. Some of the original Afro-Montane Rainforest can be seen here as well as stunning waterfalls such as Bridal Veil Falls and Madonna and Child Falls. Many people rent Mountain Bikes here and spend an enjoyable day exploring, but your Guide will also take you on a short hike if you prefer. Optional Activities: Horse riding, mountain biking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 - 10:  Malealea – Lesotho

Today we leave South Africa and enter the mountainous kingdom of Lesotho. Lesotho is one of the highest countries in the world, with all territory being over 1000m above sea level. The next day we get up early and those going on the Pony Trekking will ride into the remote hills of Lesotho accompanied by local guides. If you remain behind you can visit the local village or craft market. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 11 - 12:  Drakensberg – South Africa

We return to South Africa where we drive to the Royal Natal National Park and the Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa’s highest and most beautiful. We explore the mountain paths and take in the breathtaking views offered in the Royal Natal National Park. We spend the next two days exploring mountain paths and enjoying the beauty the Drakensberg. Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13:  Kwa-Zulu Natal Coast / Durban – South Africa

Our journey takes us through some amazing scenery on our way down to the Kwa Zulu Natal coast. In the late afternoon we enter the bustling city of Durban, South Africa’s largest port and surfing capital. We stay in a youth hostel in the central city this evening and have the option of sampling some Indian cuisine and enjoying this coastal city’s vibrant night life.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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