Day 1 Arrive Durban
Arrive in Durban at any time.
Day 2-3 Drakensberg Mountains (2B)
Journey inland through the foothills of the Drakensberg mountain range to the scenic, peaceful, and historic village of Himeville. Soak up the sun, relax at the hotel or participate in nature activities such as hiking, rock climbing, trout fishing, swimming, birding, and horseback riding, or even venture up the snaking Sani Pass by 4x4 to the highest pub in Africa with its spectacular views.
Day 4-5 Wild Coast Area (B)
Leave the Southern Drakensberg for a scenic drive to the Wild Coast, into a dramatic section of coastline with beaches, cliffs, and inlets. Explore the tranquil area on foot or on horseback, or take some time to relax by the hotel pool.
Day 6 Addo Elephant National Park (D)
Marvel at the unique scenery as we journey to the Addo Elephant Park, a fantastic wildlife haven where you will have a chance to spot the resident "Big 5" - elephant, leopard, buffalo, lion, and rhino. We also visit a cheetah breeding project to learn about the area's wildlife conservation efforts (and to interact with the cheetahs'!) We spend the evening just outside the park, listening to the wild sounds of the Africa.
Day 7-8 Plettenberg Bay (B)
Today you have the option to visit the Tsitsikamma National Park, a breath-taking natural environment. On day 8, enjoy the day doing some shopping, or strolling or relaxing on the beach of this picturesque coastal town. For the more adventurous, optional activities include abseiling, sea kayaking, mountain biking, bungee jumping, you will definitely find something to keep the adrenaline pumping.
Day 9 Oudtshoorn
After visiting "The Heads" in Knysna, a town nestled on a tranquil lagoon on the coast, we take a scenic drive to travel over the Outeniqua Mountains into the area known as Klein Karoo (“Little Karoo”), where we make the quiet town of Oudtshoorn our base. In the late afternoon, we explore the interesting Cango Caves.
Day 10 Stellenbosch
Our journey takes us further west along Route 62 to quaint and beautiful Stellenbosch, the oldest town in South Africa. With rolling hills covered with manicured vineyards in the background, we settle in and spend the evening on a local wine farm.
Day 11 Cape Town
Get a taste of Stellenbosch and its outstanding wine on a wine tour before heading to the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town. Visit Robben Island, view the city from the top of Table Mountain, and be sure not to miss the wonderful Cultural Historical Museum, Planetarium and numerous other small museums and theatres.
Day 12 Depart Cape Town (B)
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