8 Day Tour
Durban to Cape Town via East London, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the Garden Route.
Travel from Durban to Cape Town on an unforgettable owner-guided journey featuring the Wild Coast, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the spectacular Garden Route.
Travel from Durban to Cape Town on an unforgettable owner-guided journey covering approximately 2,000 kilometres through some of South Africa's most spectacular landscapes, including the Wild Coast, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the Garden Route.
This 8 Day Durban to Cape Town Garden Route & Addo Safari Tour is the perfect continuation after our Johannesburg to Durban overland adventure
Travel through the Eastern Cape and Western Cape while exploring South Africa's spectacular coastline, wildlife reserves, mountain passes and famous Garden Route.
Highlights include Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and Cape Town
The tour is personally guided and ideal for couples, families, friends and small groups looking for an authentic South African travel experience.
This owner-guided journey combines wildlife, coastline, mountains, forests and cultural experiences into one unforgettable South African adventure.
Personally guided by Big Six Tour Safaris with private and small-group departures available.
Visit Addo Elephant National Park, one of South Africa’s best wildlife destinations.
Continue through Knysna, George, Hermanus and end in Cape Town.
Travel from Durban to Cape Town through the Wild Coast, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the spectacular Garden Route.
Follow our approximately 2,000 km owner-guided Durban to Cape Town tour route via Kokstad, East London, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, George, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and Cape Town.
Experience wildlife, coastline, forests, mountains, caves and famous Garden Route scenery on this owner-guided South Africa overland tour.
Travel south from Durban through beautiful coastal and rural landscapes.
Enjoy a safari in one of South Africa’s best elephant and wildlife parks.
Visit the scenic Tsitsikamma region, famous for forests, rivers and coastline.
Explore Knysna Waterfront, lagoon views and the famous Knysna Heads.
Discover one of South Africa’s most scenic travel routes between forests and sea.
Travel through the dramatic Little Karoo and visit the famous Cango Caves region.
Stop in Hermanus, one of South Africa’s best whale-watching towns in season.
End your journey in Cape Town with hotel or airport drop-off and optional Cape Peninsula extensions.
This owner-guided Durban to Cape Town tour is one of the most scenic South Africa overland tours, combining wildlife safaris, the Garden Route, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and Cape Town.
Travel from Durban to Cape Town via East London, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the spectacular Garden Route.
Depart Durban and travel south through KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape towards East London. Enjoy changing landscapes as the journey follows the route towards South Africa’s beautiful east coast.
Overnight: East London
Travel from East London towards Addo Elephant National Park, one of South Africa’s top wildlife destinations. Depending on arrival time, enjoy your first safari experience in the Addo area.
Overnight: Addo Area
Spend the day exploring Addo Elephant National Park, one of South Africa’s finest wildlife destinations. Search for elephants, buffalo, zebra, antelope and many other species while enjoying a relaxed safari experience.
Overnight: Addo Area
Depart Addo and continue along the Garden Route. Visit Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River before travelling through forest and coastal scenery to Knysna.
Overnight: Knysna
Explore Knysna, the Knysna Waterfront, the famous Knysna Heads and surrounding Garden Route attractions. Optional lagoon cruises and local experiences can be arranged.
Overnight: Knysna
Travel over the Outeniqua Mountains to Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo. Visit the famous Cango Caves and an ostrich farm, two of the region’s best-known attractions.
Overnight: Oudtshoorn
Travel via Route 62 through the Little Karoo towards Hermanus, one of South Africa’s most beautiful coastal towns and a famous whale-watching destination in season.
Overnight: Hermanus
Continue along the scenic coastal route towards Cape Town. Arrive in the Mother City with drop-off at your hotel, guest house or Cape Town International Airport.
End of tour: Cape Town hotel or airport
Add a full-day Cape Peninsula tour including Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape Point, Boulders Penguin Colony and the Atlantic Seaboard.
Optional extension: Cape Town
Pricing depends on group size, travel dates, accommodation preference and whether you choose the 8-day or 9-day version. Contact us for a personalised quote.
Durban to Cape Town via East London, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the Garden Route.
Best option for couples, families and small groups wanting a flexible owner-guided Garden Route and Addo Elephant Park adventure.
Add a Cape Peninsula day tour including Cape Point, Boulders Penguins, Chapman's Peak Drive and the Atlantic Seaboard.
Join one of our scheduled departures or request your own private departure date.
Private departures available on any date for couples, families and small groups.
✓ 50% deposit secures your tour dates
✓ Balance payable 7 days before departure
✓ Custom quotations available for couples, families and small groups
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Answers to common questions about our Durban to Cape Town Garden Route tour.
Yes. This is primarily a private owner-guided tour for couples, families, friends and small groups wanting a personalised travel experience.
Yes. The tour includes a guided 4x4 excursion up the famous Sani Pass into Lesotho and a visit to the Highest Pub in Africa.
Yes. Addo Elephant National Park is one of the highlights of the tour and offers excellent opportunities to see elephants and other wildlife.
Yes. We recommend adding an extra day in Cape Town for a full Cape Peninsula tour including Cape Point, Boulders Penguins and Chapman's Peak Drive.
The standard tour ends in Cape Town with drop-off at your hotel, guest house or Cape Town International Airport.
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