13 Days Cape Town, Garden Route, Addo & Amakhala Game Reserve

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Experience the very best of South Africa on this extraordinary 13-day journey, combining vibrant cities, world-renowned wine regions, breathtaking coastal landscapes, and unforgettable safari adventures.

Starting price per person

$ 5,400

Length

13 Days / 12 Nights

Highlights

Safari Lodges ~ Exceptional Big Five Game Viewing ~ Table Mountain ~ Wine Tram

Key Information

Price From $ 5,400 USD per person sharing

Experience the very best of South Africa on this extraordinary 13-day journey, combining vibrant cities, world-renowned wine regions, breathtaking coastal landscapes, and unforgettable safari adventures. From the iconic beauty of Cape Town and the culinary delights of Franschhoek to the scenic Garden Route town of Knysna, this itinerary showcases the country’s remarkable diversity.

Continue your adventure with exceptional wildlife encounters in Addo Elephant National Park and the exclusive Amakhala Game Reserve, where thrilling Big Five safaris complete an unforgettable African experience filled with luxury, nature, culture, and adventure.

Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa | Cape Town

  • 3 Nights
  • Bed and Breakfast

The award-winning Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is situated on Cape Town’s most scenic route. Poised above the Atlantic Ocean, the 5-star boutique hotel is flanked by the majestic Table Mountain National Park, a World Heritage Site, and the Twelve Apostles mountain range. A complimentary shuttle service to the city centre and V&A Waterfront ensures that spectacular beaches and tourist attractions are within easy reach. The hotel is guided by a luminescent marine reserve and has the longest hours of sunshine in Cape Town, guaranteeing remarkable Atlantic Ocean sunsets. A stay here is a truly breathtaking experience.

Lavender Farm Guesthouse | Franschhoek

  • 2 Nights
  • Bed and Breakfast

Lavender Farm Guesthouse is surrounded by three hectares of purple lavender fields and scenic mountains in Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands, South Africa, a short stroll from the centre of the town. The guesthouse offers 18 stunning suites equipped with tea/coffee-making facilities, minibars, private bathrooms, verandas, flatscreen TVs, and air conditioning. General facilities include a swimming pool, a dining area, and Wi-Fi.

Pezula Nature Retreat | Knysna

  • 2 Nights
  • Bed and Breakfast

Overlooking the breathtaking Knysna estuary from the Eastern Head of the infamous Knysna Heads, Pezula Nature Retreat provides an ideal tranquil retreat into nature and the perfect base from which to explore Knysna and the Garden Route. All suites feature ensuite bathrooms, fireplaces, smart TVs, and free WiFi. Our Nature Hot Tub suites offer a relaxing experience of woodfired hot tubs surrounded by natural beauty, while our Sky Suites offer stunning views of the lagoon, ocean, or golf course.

Camp Figtree Addo | Addo Elephant National Park

  • 2 Nights
  • Bed and Breakfast

Perched high above the landscape, our lodge offers a rare perspective and a deeper connection to nature. Fully off-the-grid, we draw power from the sun and water from a natural mountain spring, creating an eco-conscious escape that’s both secluded and unforgettable. Camp Figtree offers six beautifully appointed room categories, each an elegant base for exploring the wild beauty of one of South Africa’s most renowned game reserves.

Founders Lodge

  • Accommodation in 1x Suite
  • All meals
  • Selected drinks
  • Daily Game drives in Shamwari reserve

Founders Lodge – the birthplace of Eastern Cape conservation – offers safaris that restore and enrich your soul. Set atop a hill with panoramic views of the natural surrounds, the Lodge features a boma, gym, steam room and two swimming pools. It is the platform from which you will reconnect with nature and your African roots and experience our Mantra: ‘Man and Nature Together is Sustainable’ – first hand.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal months for this itinerary are May to October, during the dry season. Game viewing is at its absolute best as wildlife gathers around water sources and the bush is open for clear sightings. The South African winter (June to August) means cooler mornings and evenings, perfect for cozy fireside evenings and active days on safari.

Ready for the ultimate safari? Let us customize this journey for you, combining pure luxury and wild adventure at two of the world’s very best lodges.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Accommodation

  • All Meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • Car Hire

    • Suzuki Fronx or similar
    • One way fee
    • Navigation
  • Local Internal Flights

    • Port Elizabeth International Airport to Cape Town international airport
  • Anything not mentioned

  • All flights and transfers not mentioned

  • Travel Insurance (**Required)

  • Passports & Visa’s