Duration
10-Day
Accra, South Africa
10-Day Garden Route Adventure Tour
Overview
This Garden Route adventure tour is not for the faint-hearted, combining a Big Five safari in Addo Elephant National Park with adrenaline-packed experiences such as the world's highest bridge bungee, blackwater tubing, Segway rides, and a Storms River canopy tour in Tsitsikamma. The adventure continues with shark cage diving and quad biking in Hermanus, Lions head trekking, and thrilling ocean kayaking and skydiving in Cape Town, making it an ideal escape for true adventure seekers.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (Cape Town)
Via Addo Elephant NP, Bloukrans Bridge, Tsitsikamma (Garden Route NP)
Country & park
South Africa
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
6 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Garden Court Kings Beach - Mid-range hotel in Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (City) – Meals at Own Expense
Meals
Meals at Own Expense; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
ZAR
Rates
Rates Per Person
ZAR
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* ZAR
R 40,150 ZAR
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 4 people.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
South Africa
Start
Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (Day 1)
Day 2
Addo Elephant NP
Day 3
Bloukrans Bridge (Highlight)
Day 4
Tsitsikamma (Garden Route NP)
Day 5
Hermanus (Whales)
Day 6
Gansbaai (Town)
Day 7-9
Cape Town (City)
End
Cape Town (Cape Town) (Day 10)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Self-drive tour
Drive a vehicle yourself and travel without a tour guide. Rental vehicle is included.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
6
Minimum age of 6 years
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & self-drive
Getting around: self-drive
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Garden Court Kings Beach
Mid-range hotel in Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (City) – Meals at Own Expense
Meals at Own Expense
Day 2-4
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Knysna (Garden Route) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 5
The Windsor Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Hermanus (Whales) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6-9
SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 10
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrival in Port Elizabeth
Upon arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, you'll have to pick up your pre-booked self-drive car from the rental counter and drive to your hotel. You will check in at the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax or explore the city independently. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (City) Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Destination: Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (City) Stay: Garden Court Kings Beach Mid-range hotel located in Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (City) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Day 2
Port Elizabeth - Addo Big Five Safari - Knysna
After breakfast, you'll depart from Port Elizabeth and drive to Addo Elephant National Park for an exciting Big Five safari, where you may spot elephants, lions, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards. After the game drive, you'll continue along the scenic route towards Knysna, arriving by evening for check-in and overnight stay. Mid-range hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Addo Elephant National Park Stay: Knysna Log-Inn Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Bungee & Canopy Tour
Today, you'll spend an action-packed day in Tsitsikamma National Park with thrilling pre-booked activities, including the world's highest bridge Bungee at Bloukrans Bridge and a Storms River canopy zipline tour. In the evening, you'll return to Knysna for your overnight stay at the hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Bloukrans Bridge (Highlight) Stay: Knysna Log-Inn Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Full-day of Adventure in Tsitsikamma Section of Garden Route NP
Today, immerse yourself in adventure in Tsitsikamma with exciting pre-booked experiences. You'll enjoy a guided Segway ride through the indigenous forest, followed by an adrenaline-filled blackwater tubing activity along the Storms River. You'll spend the remainder of the day at leisure, surrounded by Tsitsikamma’s stunning natural landscapes. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel in Knysna. Mid-range hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Tsitsikamma Section of Garden Route NP (Garden Route NP) Stay: Knysna Log-Inn Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Knysna (Garden Route) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 5
Hermanus
After breakfast, you'll leave Knysna and travel along the scenic Route 62, famous for its vineyards, rolling mountains, and charming Karoo towns. You'll arrive in Hermanus, a picturesque coastal town known for its seasonal whale watching and stunning cliffside views. In the afternoon, you'll take part in an adrenaline-filled quad biking tour, riding across rugged trails, hills, and coastal landscapes, enjoying both adventure and spectacular scenery. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel in Hermanus. Mid-range hotel located in Hermanus (Whales) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Hermanus (Whales) Stay: The Windsor Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Hermanus (Whales) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 6
Shark Cage Diving
Today, you'll experience the ultimate thrill in Gansbaai, known as the great white shark capital of the world. You'll board a specialized boat and descend into the ocean in a secure shark cage, coming face-to-face with these incredible predators in their natural habitat. After the adventure, you'll drive to Cape Town and return your car at the designated drop-off point. Your overnight stay will be in Cape Town. Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Gansbaai (Town) Stay: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 7
Sky Diving & Lions Head Hiking
You'll feel the adrenaline with a tandem skydiving experience over Cape Town, taking in breathtaking views of Table Mountain, the city, and the Atlantic coastline. Later, you will enjoy a sunset hike up Lion’s Head, offering panoramic vistas of the city, coastline, and Table Bay as the sun set unforgettable combination of adventure and natural beauty. Your overnight stay will be in Cape Town. Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Cape Town (City) Stay: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 8
Ocean Kayaking & Paragliding
You'll enjoy Cape Town from two thrilling perspectives! Begin with kayaking along the Waterfront, gliding through the harbor with stunning views of the city and Table Mountain. Later, you'll take to the skies for paragliding, soaring above the coastline and Atlantic Ocean for breathtaking panoramic vistas—an unforgettable mix of adventure and scenic beauty. Your overnight stay will be in Cape Town. Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Cape Town (City) Stay: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 9
Table Mountain & Cape Peninsula Tour
You'll discover the stunning landscapes of Cape Town on this full-day tour. You'll start with a visit to Table Mountain, where you will take a cable car to enjoy sweeping views of the city, ocean, and mountains. Then, you'll journey along the scenic Cape Peninsula, visiting Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape Point, and the Boulders Beach penguin colony, taking in dramatic coastal scenery and unique wildlife along the way. Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Cape Town (City) Stay: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Mid-range hotel located in Cape Town (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 10
Cape Town Departure
Today, after a hearty breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and prepare for your departure. You will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport, ensuring a comfortable and timely journey for your onward flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of your South African adventure. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Rental vehicle
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts in Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth and ends in Cape Town, South Africa
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ - Check price)
Fly back from Cape Town Airport (CPT - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Africa Incoming
5.0 operator rating
46 reviews
Africa Incoming is a dynamic tour operator and destination management company dedicated to delivering exceptional travel experiences across the African continent. With a head office in Cape Town and established in 2016, we have grown into a reliable and trusted partner for seamless tour planning and bookings. Through our extensive services and strong network, we ensure convenient, personalised, and memorable journeys throughout Africa.
Offices In
South Africa, Kenya
Size
20-50 employees (Founded in 2016)
Member Of
SATSA & SKAL
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Very knowledgeable with customer mind set and friendly
I have worked with several tour guides for planning, coordination and actual tours in Johannesburg, Kruger and Cape town, found each one of the member I interacted with Africa Incoming has been friendly, accommodating and prioritized in giving us the best service. Quite happy with Charu who helped us with whole trip planning and tour guide Faldie in Cape Town
Rajani Gudipudi · United States
Excellent planning and execution. Very good guides
Great service and value. The guides were excellent in all of our stay in JBourgh, Kruger, Hazyview and Capetown. Cordial, knowledgeable and very accommodating
Sreenivasa Patibandla · United States
“Excellent service and well-planned trip”. Our guide FALDIE made this trip more memorable!
We recently booked our vacation through AFRICA INCOMING , and it exceeded our expectations. The team carefully understood our preferences and created a personalized itinerary that covered all the must-visit places. The accommodations were comfortable, transportation was punctual, and the overall experience was seamless. Our guide Mr. Feldie was truly memorable. From the very beginning, he was friendly. He is very knowledgeable and well-organized, making the entire journey smooth and enjoyable. His deep understanding of the history and culture of each place added so much value, turning simple sightseeing into a meaningful experience. The game drive in Kruger was definitely the highlight, and the arrangements were seamless. Transfers were always on time, and the team was very responsive whenever we needed assistance. It felt like every detail was taken care of. For AFRICA INCOMING safety and comfort were also clearly a priority for us. Their professionalism and attention to detail truly made our trip memorable. Will definitely book again and will recommend to others too.
Vaishnavi Jain · India
Reliable
We spent fantastic days in Namibia, and the lodges are all beautiful, set amidst breathtaking landscapes
Xiexia · Hong Kong
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Garden Court Kings Beach - Mid-range hotel in Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (City) – Meals at Own Expense. Meals: Meals at Own Expense
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Africa Incoming, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Africa Incoming.
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