If you’re looking to see more of the incredible countryside without venturing outside of the Western Cape then this experience is tailor-made for you. The Garden Route offers travelers contrasting landscapes from mountain passes and untouched beaches to paragliding over lagoons and bungee jumping the world’d highest natural jump, this is one trip you need to be on to complete your visit to SA. The 2nd half of the tour ventures into the Overberg and the Hemel-en-Aarde Wine Valley. Hemel-en-Aarde translates directly into ‘Heaven & Earth’. Cooled by Atlantic breezes, carpeted in vineyards and folded in the arms of fynbos mountains, this wine paradise near the beautiful coastal town of Hermanus, produces (some might say) some of the best cool-climate wines in the world.

DAY 1 - PEREGRINES. GARDEN ROUTE SAFARI. BRAAI EXPERIENCE.

• We head east after departing Cape Town and our first stop is SA’s most loved farmstall for a quick breakfast stop (locals love a good farm stall). Established in the sixties, Peregrine has been serving generations of travelers seeking honest homemade fare and warm country hospitality. Situated in the beautiful and fertile Elgin Valley, Peregrine offers an abundance of locally sourced artisanal goods and wholesome, responsibly farmed, fresh produce.

• Our journey then takes us to one of the Cape’s most sought after Game Reserve's, Botlierskop Game Reserve. Enjoy a relaxed safari in an open Landrover with your experienced safari guide who will do their best to bring sightings of lion, elephant, white rhino, buffalo and cheetah. The reserve is also home to giraffe, zebra and numerous antelope species. Safari drives will take between 2 and 3 hours depending on how much time is spent at each sighting. Lunch will be on the deck over looking the reserve before your safari.

• Our accommodation will be in the quaint seaside town of either Herold’s Bay or Wilderness. Depending on the size of the group and availability; rooms will be in a hotel, boutique hotel, shared beach house or a guesthouse setting.

• The sunsets in this region are epic and to accompany the end of day 1 guests will get to enjoy a gin sundowner. A celebration of local botanicals infused into a classic London Dry Gin, a project that was born in the hard lockdown levels of 2020. *Weather permitting.

• Your Tour Companion will prepare a traditional South African Braai (BBQ) coupled with tasty side dishes. The Braai is a celebration of local cuisine cooked on the open fire with a focus on ethically sourced meats from the region. Having a braai is perhaps our favourite thing to do as South Africans, the sharing of food and good times together is high u on our priority list (Vegetarian + vegan options available)

DAY 2 -THE HEART OF THE GARDEN ROUTE (OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES)

• Day 2 enters the heart of the Garden Route region between the town’s of Wilderness and Plettenberg Bay. Guests have the option of 2 different combinations as listed below. We have paired the activities in the way we would do them. Should the group be small enough and/or the weather allows we may be able to change the combinations. See below:

• OPTION 1: KINGFISHER TRAIL CANOEING + PARAGLIDING OR BUNGEE JUMP

  • The Garden Route National Park is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and spans across most of the region. We’ll join the team from Eden Adventures to take on the awesome Half-Collared Kingfisher Waterfall Trail. The experience starts off with an easy 1 hour canoe trip up the always calm Touws River. As the river starts to narrow we’ll leave our canoes on the river bank and join the hiking trail through the lush indigenous forest. The trail is well maintained and accessible for all levels of fitness. The waterfall is situated an hour down the trail, be sure to pack a bathing suit or shorts as well as some snacks and drinks as we’ll spend some time in the natural rockpools before heading back the same way.

  • For the thrill seeker, guests are able to paraglide over the forests and lagoons of the Wilderness or Sedgefield with our friends from Dolphin Paragliding. With over 20 years of experience in this area, using the best gear you’ll get to enjoy a tandem flight over some of the best scenery of the trip. Launch site will depend on where the best winds are for the day. Landing takes place on the beach or a safe open field depending on the launch site. *Weather permitting.

• OPTION 2: WORLD’S HIGHEST NATURAL BUNGEE JUMP + KINGFISHER TRAIL CANOEING

  • Instead of the Paragliding: Fancy the world famous Bloukrans Bridge Bungee Jump? The 216 metre jump is the highest bridge bungee in the world and takes place from the top of the bridges arch. To get out to the jump point the team from Face Adrenaline send you out on a zipline from the bank to the arch. From there, it’s time for your bungy jump accompanied by only the best South Africa house music to get you amped up! The final part of the experience is short but exhilarating return on the skywalk situated on the underside of the bridge. A must for any adrenaline junkies.

• 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. Enrico and his family operate the legendary Ristorante Enrico’s. This gem of an Italian family have been fishing in the region for 3 decades and have created the most loved local restaurant featuring an array of impressive Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Be sure to ask about the BOMBA as a starter! (An alternate location may be chosen depending on the time of the BUNGEE).

DAY 3 - FROM THE GARDEN ROUTE TO THE OVERBERG VIA THE TIP OF AFRICA

• After breakfast on day 3 we’ll head back west on a road trip from the town Wilderness to Cape Agulhas, the most southern tip of the African continent, a 3.5 hour drive. This is a transition from lush forests and rolling hills to the wide-open landscapes of the Overberg region. The landscape becomes rugged and the Atlantic and Indian Oceans collide, creating a dramatic scene.

• We’ll visit the Cape Agulhas National Park; this coastal sanctuary spans across a diverse range of ecosystems, including rugged coastline, windswept dunes, and enchanting fynbos vegetation. The park is notably famed for its distinctive geographical feature: the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

• We continue for one more hour and check into the Stanford Valley Country Lodge. The lodge boasts a range of world-class amenities, including a spa, infinity pool, and a gourmet restaurant that showcases the finest locally-sourced ingredients.

DAY 4 - HEAVEN-AND-EARTH VALLEY

• Bosman Family Vineyards is our first stop of Day 2. Cooled by Atlantic breezes, carpeted in vineyards and folded in the arms of fynbos mountains, a peaceful place, situated in the part of the valley where vineyards grow amidst the fynbos and visitors are encouraged to engage with the wines, with nature and with each other. Delicious tapas-style treats complement the wine tasting and superb coffees are on offer at the Frame House.

• Possibly the most unique tasting room in all of South Africa is our next stop. The chapel like design of the Ataraxia Wine Farm is a firm favorite of revelers in the past. ‘Ataraxia’ a greek word meaning “a serene state of mind, free from worry and preoccupation” , they’ve named location suitably. You’ll be treated to the most spectacular views of the tour so far

• Our final stop is at Creation Wines. You’ll be at one if the world’s top 5 vineyards according to World’s Best Vineyards 2023, this is a special place! Taste up to 5 wines in their cozy and beautifully designed tasting room or sit out on the lawns and take in the afternoon sun. It’s a 2 hour drive back to Cape Town from here.

INCLUDED

• Transportation in Luxury SUV or 7 Person Touring Vehicle

• In Vehicle Snacks on Day 1

• In Vehicle Water Throughout Tour

• Private Guide + Expert Step-On Guides

• 3 Nights Accommodation in 4* Establishments

• Safari Experience at Botlierskop Game Reserve (3 Hour Safari)

• Kayak and Waterfall Hike Experience

• Visit and Entry Fees to Cape Agulhas National Park

• Wine Tasting Fees at 3 X Wineries in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

• Reveler Branded Travel Cap

• Meals Included

  • Braai (BBQ) Dinner on Day 1

  • Dinner on Day 2: Main Meal Included

  • Breakfast (Warm or Continental) on all Days 2-4

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES

• Paragliding over the Wilderness or Sedgefield Lagoon ($55 - $65USD)

• Bungee Jump at Bloukrans ($90 - $100 USD)

• Bungee Bridge Walk ($15 USD)

EXCLUDED

• Additional food and beverages

• Meals not mentioned above

NEED TO KNOW

• Accommodation sites mentioned above are subject to availability. We reserve the right to choose a different location than advertised, this will be communicated with the guest before final confirmation.

• The physical activity of this tour is low, it is however advisable to have comfortable walking shoes

• Inform us if you are vegetarian, vegan or have any other dietary restrictions

• If you'd like us to customize your tour to suit your needs or perhaps your particular budget or if you have questions then please don’t hesitate to contact us.