Garden Route
South Africa
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The Garden Route is a beautiful stretch of South Africa's coastline, running from Tsitsikamma Forest in the east to Mossel Bay in the west. The region is so-named because of its wild flowers, the famous Cape fynbos, which blossom in spring creating fabulous flower displays. Other local attractions include the coastal towns of Plettenberg and Hermanus, which offer beautiful beaches and seasonal whale-watching.
South Africa self-drive
We had an absolutely fantastic holiday... Difficult to pick out special highlights as it was so full of them!
Featured itineraries
Western and Eastern Capes
Journey from Cape to Cape on this comprehensive 18-day private self-drive itinerary.
Destination
- South Africa
Experience
- Self-drive Holidays
- Safari and Wildlife Holidays
- Honeymoons and Weddings
Prices from £3845 pp
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Gondwana Conservation Experience
Gondwana Game Reserve offers an in-depth conservation experience for those wanting a more involved safari, during which you will learn about wildlife and veld management, while taking on board important bush skills.
Destination
- South Africa
Experience
- Safari and Wildlife Holidays
Prices from £695 pp
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Accommodation
Belvidere Manor
This property is a wonderful, recently renovated Georgian-style manor dating back to the early 19th century. Located in Belvidere, in the beautiful Knysna district of the Garden Route.
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Hog Hollow Country House
Hog Hollow Country House is a beautiful country retreat located a short distance from Plettenberg Bay. It offers comfortable accommodation, friendly service, and great views of Tsitsikamma.
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Hunter's Country House
Hunter's Country House is an upmarket family-owned hotel situated in the heart of the Garden Route, between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay.
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Kanonkop Guesthouse
Situated on Kanonkop Hill, just outside of Knysna town central, this small, family run five-star retreat offers spectacular views of the Knysna Lagoon and Heads.
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Kurland Hotel
Located in the heart of the Garden Route, Kurland Hotel is a private country home that has been converted into an exclusive hideaway. It offers luxury accommodation and an award-winning restaurant.
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Periwinkle Guest Lodge
Periwinkle Guest Lodge enjoys a wonderful location overlooking Robberg Beach in Plettenberg Bay, from where it enjoys direct access to the beach and many of the Garden Route’s best attractions.
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Southern Cross Beach House
Southern Cross Beach House is a gorgeous 5-roomed, owner-run B&B situated above Robberg Beach, just outside Plettenberg Bay, from where it enjoys marvellous views of the Bay and the Tsitsikamma Mountains.
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St James of Knysna
St. James of Knysna is a stylish, owner-run hotel with a stunning location in Knysna, on three acres of landscaped grounds overlooking the famous Lagoon and Heads.
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The Plettenberg
The Plettenberg Hotel is an early 20th-century country home turned luxury resort, with a striking cliff-top location overlooking the bay and town of the same name.
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Tsala Treetop Lodge
Innovative and unusual, Tsala Treetop Lodge is like nothing else in South Africa - a unique and stylish boutique lodge comprised of sixteen luxury guest rooms and villas pitched high in the Tsitsikamma Forest.
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Kilimanjaro in support of the Lewis Moody Foundation
The guides, led by Saimon, were so reassuring, encouraging and could not have been more helpful.
