Description
Highlights of the Tour
Garden Route, South Africa
Sandwiched between the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains and the glistening Indian Ocean, this lush 200km stretch of coastal plain between Mossel Bay and Storms River Mouth provides one of the world’s most spectacular drives. Visitors typically base themselves at the heart of the Garden Route – either in Knysna (complete with its scenic lagoon) or neighbouring Plettenberg Bay (famous for its excellent beaches) – and then spend a few days exploring the diverse array of surrounding attractions. Whether you are seeking pristine, uncrowded white-sand beaches, world-class golf courses, ancient forests, renowned surf spots, extraordinary nature reserves, excellent hiking opportunities or exhilarating outdoor adventure such as bungee jumping or ziplining, the Garden Route has it all.
Fancourt, Garden Route
Positioned on 613 hectares in the magnificent Garden Route, just outside George, Fancourt is South Africa’s premier lifestyle estate with mountains, indigenous forests and the warm Indian Ocean in close proximity. This internationally renowned estate features 133 luxury rooms and suites, fantastic family facilities, three Gary Player designed golf courses, The Spa, The Kidz Club and a variety of excellent restaurants. A hair salon, ladies boutique, Pro Shops, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fishing dams and walking trails provide guests with an endless supply of luxurious and exciting entertainment.
Gondwana Game Reserve
Gondwana Game Reserve, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, is a truly special destination for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Gondwana Game Reserve is nestled in the heart of the Western Cape’s fynbos biome, offering stunning landscapes characterized by rolling hills, dramatic mountains, and pristine valleys.
Accommodation
Days 1 – 4
Fancourt Hotel
Garden Route, South Africa
Positioned on 613 hectares in the magnificent Garden Route, just outside George, Fancourt is South Africa’s premier lifestyle estate with mountains, indigenous forests and the warm Indian Ocean in close proximity. This internationally renowned estate features 133 luxury rooms and suites, fantastic family facilities, three Gary Player designed golf courses, The Spa, The Kidz Club and a variety of excellent restaurants. A hair salon, ladies boutique, Pro Shops, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fishing dams and walking trails provide guests with an endless supply of luxurious and exciting entertainment.
Days 5 – 7
Kwena Lodge at Gondwana Game Reserve
Garden Route, South Africa
Situated in the heart of South Africa’s Garden Route, Gondwana Game Reserve offers visitors an authentic African safari experience. This beautiful reserve stretches over 11000 hectares of indigenous fynbos veld blanketing undulating hills set against a spectacular backdrop of the Langeberg and Outeniqua Mountains. The reserve boasts over 9000 flora species, 60% of which can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Visitors can spot the world-renowned Big Five freely roaming the vast plains as well as viewing other wildlife such as eland, giraffe, hippo and the rare Cape mountain zebra. Soak up the wild beauty of these scenic natural surrounds, enjoy awe-inspiring views and experience Gondwana’s unique passion for conservation.
Add-On Safari
Tucked between mountains, forest and sea, Grootbos Nature Reserve is an exclusive area that boasts some of South Africa’s richest biodiversity and most dramatic landscapes. And with such a diverse area, Grootbos has a variety of activities and experiences on offer – encounter magnificent Southern Right Whales either from the coast or the ocean itself, stand at Africa’s southernmost tip, or even take a unique tour exploring the secret life of a beehive and taste delicious honey-inspired treats.