Reveler Tours Custom Experience

addo. Garden Route. Klein Karoo. cape Town.

avoca river cabin. Addo elephant park. local FAVORITES.

DAY 1: After being picked up from Port Elizabeth Airport we’ll make our way 70KM’s north to the Addo region. Located in the beautiful citrus and rose growing area of the Sundays River Valley, 20 minutes from the Addo Elephant Park, Dave and Judy Smith welcome you to their farm, Avoca. Accommodation is in riverside chalets or bush cottages or the well known Tree Tops Cottage. On night one your tour companion will prepare a traditional South African Braai containing locally grown beef, sides and drinks to suit. (Assuming flight arrives after 12 noon)

DAY 2: After breakfast we’ll head into the Addo Elephant Park on a guided game drive experience. The park boasts an elephant population of over 650 elephants and well as 4 members of the big 5. The chances of seeing elephants bathing at watering holes is extremely high as the temperatures this time of year average around 30-35 degree mark. We’ll spend 4-5 hours in the park which will include light snacks and drinks in an air-conditioned vehicle. If you would like to use a traditional open-air safari vehicle this can be arranged.

Lunch will take place at a local restaurant before we make our way back to Avoca to relax at the pool or on the river. Dinner plans will be decided on the day depending on the feeling in the group.

storms river mouth. Tsitsikamma. knysna.

DAY 3: After breakfast at the pool, we’ll depart the Addo region for heart of the Garden Route (3HR Drive). The forests of the Tsitsikamma National Park await. We’ll link up with the team at Untouched Adventures for one of the most enjoyed activities in the area, the 2-3 hour Storms River Kayak & Lilo adventure. Explore deep into the Storms River Gorge and enjoy the long, deep, quiet pools with deep caves and ancient indigenous forests that the Garden Route is famous for.

Lunch is then enjoyed on the ocean front at a restaurant based inside the park. We'll then make our way to our 4* accommodation in Knysna (1.5 HR Drive). Our friends at Africa Complete have a number of memorable rooming options with unrivaled views of the Knysna lagoon. Dinner will either take place on site or at the popular Knysna Waterfront, the 34 South Restaurant is a must visit when in town!

DAY 4: Knysna is one of the gems South Africa and a playground during this time of year. We’ll start our morning by taking a trip to the scenic Knysna Heads. A short walk to the viewing cliffs allows us to take some of the best photos of this entire trip, a firm favorite for locals and visitors alike! We then team up with our friends from Peggy’s Tours for an ethical visit to one of the local townships. In 2-3 hours, you will get to experience the township life through visits to schools, artists, locals and shop owners. You get to see and understand how the townships started and how they evolved into a community of passion and 'Ubuntu' (spirit of giving). We will share a few Xhosa words together and participate in a local art class for school kids. You will also interact through music with locals and sample traditional foods and see how these meals are prepared.

The perfect afternoon does exist! Re-visit the Knysna Heads but this time by boat. A lagoon cruise is up next, relax with a drink and fresh oysters (world famous) while anchored at the mouth of the lagoon. We then return to our accommodation for a relaxed evening where your tour companion will again prepare a traditional South African Braai.

WILDERNESS. GEORGE.

DAY 5: As the festive & family season reaches it’s climax we’ll head for the Wilderness area of the Garden Route. We’ll start day 5 with a quad-biking adventure through the Wilderness forest. You’ll have the option of 4km, 7km, 11,km or 16km routes. This is loads of fun and the perfect way to see some vegetation you would not get to see otherwise. There are a number different locations along the route that are suitable for lunch, we’ll choose based on the feeling of the group at the time.

Our next stop is the picturesque ‘Map of Africa’ viewpoint. The forest and hills have formed together to create a formation that mirrors the African continent, it’s uncanny! For the thrill seeker, guests are able to para-glide over the forests and lagoons of the Wilderness from this very location (LET ME KNOW IF THIS IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO DO).

We will then book into a house or guesthouse where the owners are our personal friends. The Wilderness beach is one of the longest in the world, the ideal spot for sunset sundowners. Dinner can be prepared by the group together at home which will have an inviting cooking and dining space.

DAY 6: REST DAY

Oudtshoorn & THE KLEIN KAROO (INCREDIBLE DESERT LIKE LANDSCAPES)

DAY 7: At this stage of the tour you’ll be joined by a different touring companion from Reveler Tours to guide the next part of the journey. We head inland into the heart of the Klein Karoo. You’ll be amazed at how quickly the landscape changes in such a short distance. We will then team up with the Dirty Boots Team in the wilderness area where you will have your pick of these activities: https://www.dirtyboots.co.za/adventures/town/wilderness-adventures. We'll visit South Africa’s oldest tourist destination. The Cango Caves are one of the 7 wonders of Southern Africa. A expert led tour into the 7 extraordinary chambers of the caves awaits.

Our lunch stop is at a quaint and private family owned wine farm, this has been a huge highlight for Revelers of the past! An old barn has been converted into the country’s only Wagyu Beef themed restaurant, De Kombuys Farm. Some of the best views of the trip are served up here. You’ll also be able to try their wine and wagyu tasting. We'll visit South Africa’s oldest tourist destination. The Cango Caves are one of the 7 wonders of Southern Africa. A expert led tour into the 7 extraordinary chambers of the caves awaits.

Overnight in cottage style or farmhouse accommodation in the Langeberg mountains or in the awesome Africamps accommodation.

DAY 8: We’ll have a slow start to the morning after a busy previous day. The Oudtshroon region is world famous for their ostrich populations. We start day 9 by making our way to a local Ostrich farm where you’ll get to interact with these fascinating and sometimes confusing animals.

Guests will then have the choice of an afternoon activity or leisure time. It’ll be extremely hot in this area this time of the year. You might want an afternoon by the pool, swimming and relaxing. The other options include mountain biking, hiking, wine tasting and a drive on the Swartberg Pass. Dinner will then take place locally where you will have the chance to taste the most local of delicacies, the Ostrich Steak!

MosSEL bay. cape agulhas. hermanus/gansbaai.

DAY 9: This will be the most travel/driving intensive day of the trip with a total of 7 hours spent on the road as we make our way toward the shark, whale and wine haven that is Hermanus. Our first stop will be in the seaside town of Mossel Bay. The historic and interesting tails of Barhelomeu Dias unfolds at the Dias Museum, you’ll also be able to view a replica of his ship used to make ground in South Africa.

We hit the road again on our way to the most southern tip of Africa, the lighthouse at Cape Agulhas, a special moment for all travelers lucky enough to experience this! (3-4 HRS DRIVE FROM DIAS MUSEUM). We then make our way to the town of Gansbaai or Hermanus (depending on accommodation availability, 1.5HRS DRIVE) where we’ll enjoy only the best local seafood dishes for dinner.

DAY 10: The day starts with your date with the Sharks of Walker Bay: Enjoy breakfast onsite before being briefed by the leader of the diving expedition. Your wet suit and other gear will be presented on the boat which will have one of the most helpful, friendliest crews around. The crew members are also trained in skills such as firefighting and medical emergencies. The 20 minute trip to Shark Ally lies ahead, followed by the most incredible experience as you dive for 20 minutes at first in a cage once the sharks arrive and for as long as you want after that as the boat spends 2-3 hours out at sea. Film footage and photographs are available after the dive.

We’ll have lunch at the ever impressive Benguela Cove Estate. Moody Lagoon, the restaurant is an elevated setting with expansive views of the lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean. You’ll be treated to a tasting of any 5 of the estate’s wines by the wine ambassador before enjoying a well deserved lunch. Wines can also be paired with locally produced cheeses or chocolates. We’ll then make our way to your accommodation in Cape Town for a later afternoon check-in and the chance to have sundowners on a local Cape Town beach. (We’ll need to discuss where in Cape Town you want to stay)

Cape town. stellenbosch. cape peninsula.

DAY 11 (Table Mountain & Surrounds): The Table Mountain Calbeway allows you to summit one of the 7 nature wonders of the world in just 5 minutes. 'A walk in the clouds' is how it's described by our very own tour companion, it's a sight and a feeling to behold. The floor of the circular cabin rotates to allow travelers 360° views and the mountain attracts nearly 1 million people each year, many of them return visitors. You won't miss out with us. Spend the afternoon at the V&A waterfront. View itinerary here: https://www.revelertours.com/cape-town-bounce-tour-city-edition

Day 12 (Peninsula Tour): 3 Activities. A day of truly breathtaking scenery. We’ll cruise along unspoiled coastline from Cape Town to Simons Town. You’ll have the chance to make friends with a Penguin or two. This is a must do when in Cape Town. View the itinerary here: https://www.revelertours.com/reveler-tours-peninsula-bounce-tour

Day 13 (Stellenbosch Wine Tour): Join us as we treat your palate at some of SA's most sought after wine tasting and food destinations. The Stellenbosch wine route serves up incredible scenery, a host of unforgettable vineyards and historical cellars. Award winning wines, stunning farms and touring companions who aim to please, this experience is a must. View itinerary here: https://www.revelertours.com/winelands-bounce-tour

Includes:

• 13 X Nights of Accommodation for 2 PAX in 3-4* Establishments

• Breakfasts on 13 Days

• Transportation to all locations in a luxury SUV

• Evening Transportation to Restaurants where necessary

• Tour Companion (Private Guide) for 13 Days

• On-board water for all days

• 2 X Braai Experiences hosted by your Tour Companion (South African BBQ)

• Entrance Fee to Addo National Elephant Park

• Guided Safari(s) through Addo National Elephant Park

• Snacks and Drinks on Safari

• Entrance Fee to Tsitsikamma National Park

• Kayak and Lilo Experience at Storms River Gorge

• Knysna Township Tour Experience

• Knysna Lagoon Sunset Cruise

• Quad Biking Experience (11 KM)

• Cango Caves Heritage Tour

• Ostrich Show Experience

• Dias Museum Entrance Fee

• Cape Agulhas National Park Entrance Fee

• Shark Cage Diving Experience

• Cape Peninsula Experience

• Entrance to Boulders Beach Penguin Experience

• Entrance to Cape Point National Park

• Stellenbosch Wine Tour (3 Wineries, tastings included) - View this itinerary here

• Cape Town Bounce Tour (Table Mountain Experience) - View this itinerary here

Excluded:

• Meals not mentioned above

• Optional Para-Gliding Experience in Wilderness

Modifications and Exclusions
This a rough itinerary and has the ability to be modified to suit the pace of all travelers. I have included almost all of your requested activities and locations above in what is a jam-packed 13 days.

Tour Companions
We employ the concept of tour companions rather than tour guides. This really will be like traveling with a new best friend. We run the tour at your pace and according to your preference. Your hosts will be Blaine Smith or Ryan Louw (Co-Founders), local South African tourist guides. Blaine has lived in 5 of South Africa’s 9 different provinces and currently ventures all over the country on various expeditions. Ryan chose to make the Western Cape his home after a stint up north, you won’t find a bigger patriot for his country and a better Western Cape expert anywhere else! Both are extremely well traveled, with a wealth of knowledge and an unrivaled passion for local travel, you’ll be in the best of South African hands.

Pricing
The tour can be adjusted to suit your needs and budget. Please take time to review the first option presented above and let us know your thoughts and if you have any questions..