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Garden Route

The Garden Route encompasses some of the Cape's most diverse and magnificent natural scenery. Spectacular mountain passes, ancient primeval forests, waterfalls, lagoons and sparkling seas combine with legends of gold miners, ivory hunters and early explorers in this unspoilt 250 kilometer stretch of Eden. From the ostrich capital in the world, to the hidden creatures of the indigenous forests, the Garden Route has many surprises in store for visitors ! Enjoy a dolphin and whale watching boat trip or a steam train ride or taste fresh oysters by a lagoon.


GARDEN ROUTE ACCOMMODATION
We have many special secret addresses along the Garden Route which we have discovered personally on our travels and can share with you when designing your tour. We have hand selected a few of our personal favorites for you to view. There are many more properties available. Please contact us for more details and further ideas for a tailor made holiday on the Garden Route.
Wilderness Manor, Wilderness Lakes

Wilderness Manor is an elegant and refined five star colonial Guest House situated on the beautiful Wilderness lagoon in the heart of the scenic village of Wilderness. The Guest House is within easy walking distance of glorious beaches, restaurants and village shops.

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Wilderness National Park

In the heart of South Africa's famous Garden Route, a captivating world of lakes, rivers, estuaries and beaches gently unfolds against a backdrop of lush forest and lofty mountains - all elements that characterise the Wilderness National Park. Nature trails wind through densely wooded forest and along tranquil rivers, affording you the opportunity to encounter the brilliantly coloured Knysna lourie, or one of the five kingfisher species that occur here.

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La Plume Guest House, Oudtshoorn

La Plume Country Guest House is a working ostrich, alfalfa and vineyard farm set in the beautiful Olifants River valley on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn with spectacular views of the Swartberg Mountains. La Plume, named after the most precious feather on the ostrich wishes to introduce you to all the wonders of the ostrich capital of the world.

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Phantom Forest Eco Reserve, Knysna

The Phantom Forest Eco Reserve, on the southern Cape coast of South Africa, in the heart of the magnificent Garden Route... whispers a very special magic. Nestling in the Afromontane Forest, with endless views, shared only with Fish Eagles, the large and elevated luxury 'tree suites' are an African celebration of natural texture. Experience the evocative sounds... scents... and tastes of Africa... at their very best!

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Knysna Riverclub, Knysna

Knysna, situated in the heart of the Garden Route offers easy access to the breathtaking beauty of the Garden Route as well as the many attractions and adventures. The Knysna Riverclub is situated on the edge of the Knysna lagoon and consists of a number of luxury log chalets which can also offer self catering.

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Parkes Manor, Knsyna

Parkes Manor in Knysna is a four-star rated guesthouse set in tranquil surroundings overlooking the Knysna lagoon and well-known "Heads". Peacefully situated on a leafy estate of large trees and park like gardens, the discerning traveler will discover this once magnificent home, now restored to its full glory as Parkes Manor, a stylish country house and National Monument.

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The Plettenberg Hotel, Plettenberg bay

The Plettenberg is a 5 star Relais & Chateaux Hotel built on a rocky headland with breathtaking vistas of the sea, mountains and miles of golden sand in one of the most spectacular resorts in Africa - Plettenberg Bay.

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Periwinkle Lodge, Plettenberg Bay

Periwinkle is a beachfront Guest House offering panoramic views where you can watch the whales & dolphins frolicking in the waves whilst enjoying a scrumptious breakfast. Come and stay with us in comfortable, tastefully decorated en-suite accommodation that offers you every luxury

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Tsitsikamma National Park

Where the booming breakers of the Indian Ocean relentlessly pound rocky shores, where temperate high forest and fynbos roll down to the sea in an unspoilt verdant carpet, where ancient rivers carve their paths to the ocean down rocky ravines.

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Diaz 15, Jeffreys Bay

Superb climate and long stretches of sandy beaches , swimming, surfing, shell collecting, fishing, windsurfing or lazing under the sun kissed skies. Jeffreys Bay is a definite must for all visitors. Situated on the main beach of Jeffreys Bay - Diaz 15 Holiday Apartments offer you the best luxury self catering accommodation available in Jeffreys Bay.

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Mountain Pastures Reserve, near uniondale

Nature & Man in unison, this is Mountain Pastures Private Game Reserve & San Valley Mountain Retreat. We are striving in conjunction with nature, to return an agricultural desert to its former natural glory. From the tiniest organism to Homo Sapiens, each has their role to play in a sustainable future.

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GARDEN ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS 3 DAY TOUR

The ideal introduction to the "jewel of the Cape's coastline" covering the main highlights of the Garden Route from Oudtshoorn to Knysna.

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GARDEN ROUTE CLASSIC GUIDED 4 DAY TOUR

Discover the beautiful scenery and nature of the Cape's Garden Route on this 4 day tour enjoying fresh oysters, exotic birds, ancient forests and sparkling lakes. All accompanied by an expert natural history guide.

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GARDEN ROUTE 5 DAY DISCOVERY & BIG FIVE SAFARI

Explore 4 of South Africa's most beautiful national parks, take a trip on Knysna lagoon to Featherbed Nature Reserve, taste oysters and enjoy close encounters with elephants. This 5 day guided tour of the Garden Route offers it all and is led by an expert natural history guide.

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GARDEN ROUTE INLAND KAROO 4 DAY SAFARI

Add onto your Garden Route tour by taking this unique 4 day return route from Port Elisabeth to Cape Town, discovering another 3 national parks on your way, the great plains of the Karoo and the magnificent Valley of Desolation

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Karoo National Park

Experience the karoo and it's wildlife in all its splendour at the Karoo National Park. Drive along the picturesque Klipspringer Pass, stop at the scenic viewpoint at Rooivalle, or explore the many wonders of the area on one of the informative trails.

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Tsitsikamma Lodge, Storms River

The unique and freestanding cosy log cabins of Tsitsikamma Lodge, Storms River, along the Garden Route, are situated in a beautiful garden setting which offer spectacular mountain and forest views.

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Kingfisher Country House, Wilderness

This delightful country house is situated at the edge of the magnificent indigenous forest, in the heart of the Wilderness National Park, along the Garden Route.

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Garden Route 8 Day Luxury Self Drive

A luxury self drive tour exploring the Garden Route in style

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