reveler tours for
fort governor estate
5 NIGHTS, 6 DAYS
CAPE TOWN. GARDEN ROUTE. KLEIN KAROO. ADDO.
DAY 1: CAPE PENINSULA TOUR
A day of truly breathtaking scenery. We’ll cruise along unspoiled coastline from Cape Town to Simons Town. Join us as we experience some of the gem’s the famous ‘Cape of Good Hope’ has to offer. Africa’s most sought after strip, a penguin colony to keep you company and a taste of the local delicacies makes for the perfect day south of the city. Overnight in 4 STAR Guesthouse or Hotel in Camps Bay or Central Cape Town.
View full day itinerary here: https://www.revelertours.com/reveler-tours-peninsula-bounce-tour
DAY 2: STELLENBOSCH WINELANDS TOUR
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. 4 Extraordinary Wine Farms. A tour of one of the world's most exciting and prominent wine tasting destinations. Overnight in 4 STAR Guest Lodge or Guesthouse in the Winelands or Stellenbosch town.
View full day itinerary here: https://www.revelertours.com/winelands-bounce-tour
DAY 3: ONTO THE GARDEN ROUTE
Coffee and breakfast stop at the No.1 Farm Stall in South Africa, Peregrines. A host of delicacies and refreshments are available and created from strictly local produce.
Our journey then takes us north to one of the Cape’s most sought after Game Reserve's, The Garden Route Game Lodge, where you'll be taken on a 2 hour safari drive. 4 of the Big 5 await if you’re lucky enough to spot them! Enjoy a cocktail and lunch on the viewing deck before your safari as you look over the vast open bush. You'll love this location!
We'll then head to one of our favorite secret sunset spots close to Herold's Bay for a sunset drink. Loads of incredible ocean views! (ONLY POSSIBLE WHEN TOURING WITH 6 PAX OR LESS AS 4X4 VEHICLES NEEDED)
Our overnight accommodation is based in the seaside towns of Herolds Bay or Wilderness at a 4 STAR Hotel, Beachhouse or Guesthouse where your tour companion will prepare a traditional South African Braai (BBQ) coupled with tasty side dishes. (Vegetarian + vegan options available).
DAY 4 - TAKE TO THE SKYS, FORESTS AND MEET THE ELEPHANTS
After a warm we head to the Map of Africa viewing point. 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. You will also have option to the paragliding is taking part in the world’s highest natural bungee jump situated at the Bloukrans Bridge.
The Knysna Elephant Park is our midday stop. A chance to walk and interact with Elephants. The Park is committed to the rehabilitation and protection of the elephants and we have gone to great lengths to insure the credibility of their ethical practices. You’ll be in the hands of an Elephant Expert Guide. This is an experience like no other and one that will certainly create some of your best memories in SA. Additionally in this area guests have the chance to enjoy a guided ATV adventure through the forests of the Garden Route National Park. The 7km trail takes a total of 30 minutes to complete.
Enrico's on the beach awaits! A late lunch/early evening dinner experience with a view of the Keurbooms lagoon, beer, wine or gin in hand, it's the perfect way to end of a phenomenal day.
Overnight in 4 STAR Hotel, Guesthouse or Guest Lodge in the Storms River region
DAY 5: TSITSIKAMMA NATIONAL PARK & THE EASTERN CAPE
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. (While the kayaking adventure is not a particularly strenuous task physically guests still do tend to tire later in the day). We’ll have lunch in the park before departing east toward the Addo National Elephant Park.
The afternoon will allow guests some leisure team as we check into 4 STAR Accommodation in the form of a Guest Lodge on the Sundays River. Dinner on this evening will take place at a renowned restaurant on site or within close proximity.
DAY 6: ADDO NATIONAL ELEPHANT PARK & DESTINATION FORT GOVERNOR
After breakfast we’ll head into the Addo Elephant Park on a guided safari 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 always good as midday temperatures reach above 30 degrees Celsius during this time of the year. We’ll spend 3-4 hours in the park which will include light snacks and drinks in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Once exiting the park we’ll head to our final destination, a 90 minute drive east. Jo & Sean await your arrival at the incredible Fort Governor Estate where you’ll be in the hands of some of the very best hunting experience hosts anywhere in SA.
Includes:
5 X Nights of Accommodation in (Minimum) 4 STAR Establishments
Breakfasts on all days
Transportation in a luxury SUV or 6 seater touring vehicle
Evening transportation to restaurants where necessary
Tour Companion (Private Guide) for 6 Days
On-board water for all days
Cape Town Peninsula Day Tour (excludes lunch cost) - View itinerary
Stellenbosch Winelands Tour (3 X Wine Tasting Experiences, excludes lunch cost) - View itinerary
1 X Braai Dinner Experience hosted by your Tour Companion (South African BBQ)
2 X Safari Experiences (Garden Route Game Lodge + Addo National Elephant Park)
Walk With Elephants Experience (Knysna Elephant Park)
Entrance Fee to Tsitisikamma National Park
Kayaking and Lilo Experience up the Storms River Mouth
Entrance Fee to Addo National Elephant Park
Snacks and Drinks on Safari (Addo National Elephant Park)
Excluded:
All meals not mentioned above
Optional experiences listed below
Optional Experiences:
Paragliding over the Wilderness Lagoon ($68 USD) *weather permitting
Bungee Jump at Bloukrans ($100 USD) *150 KG maximum weight (World’s Highest Bridge Bungee)
Bungee Bridge Walk ($15 USD)
ATV Forest Trail Adventure ($30 USD)
Route:
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..
The Reveler Rovers: Choose your ride from our 4X4 vehicle or luxury minibus options. 10-14 seater vehicle also available. Passenger liability insurance and professionally qualified drivers included.
*A 50% deposit is needed to secure your tour, view our cancellation policy here
*All tours are quoted in US Dollars (USD) and are valid from January 2020
*Please inquire about children under the age of 18.
*Please note our national roads can be very busy in peak season (Nov - Feb). Traffic can be an issue and cause a delay to the smooth progression of the tour and we reserve the right to change the route/itinerary should the circumstances dictate.
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