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3day GARDEN ROUTE to J'bay (one-way)

Location:  South Africa
Starting From: R 2,700.00

Have fun and adventure by exploring unspoilt beaches and abundant wildlife of two National Parks -  Tsitsikamma - and Addo Elephant National Park - on this stretch of untamed paradise along the south eastern coast of South Africa. Set your sense of adventure free and relax by wandering the footpaths that wind through a wonderland of giant trees in Tsitsikamma forest.  Get close to elephants and ostriches, travel along the scenic Route 62 and spotting herds of wild elephants and other wild animals in Addo National Park. 

Additional Information

Duration:  3 days | 2 nights     ONE-WAY >    Tour code: GR-JBAY3

CAPE TOWN >  OUDTSHOORN > TSITSIKAMMA AREA > end at JEFFREY's BAY

  • ROUTE 62 - Along South Africa's famous country road you'll capture the beauty of high mountains, twisting passes, rugged Karoo plains, vineyards and orchards.  We will also stop for a drink at a famous country pub.
  • CANGO WILDLIFE RANCH - A sanctuary to some of the world's most endangered animals and contribute to conservation of over 60 species. You'll get the opportunity of a personal 'Natural Encounter' to touch cheetahs, hug Bengal tiger cubs, wrap yourself in a python and even dive with Nile crocodiles! (all optional activities - with extra costs)
  • CANGO CAVES - These caves are an illuminated wonderland of subterranean magic and mystery, with passageways and chambers meandering far below. The tour will explore the narrow passages and vast halls filled with colorful ancient stalactites.
  • OVERNIGHT IN OUDTSHOORN
  • ELEPHANT TOUCH EXPERIENCE - (Optional with extra cost) Fall in love with these giant and lovable creatures. Learn about the elephants' background, behaviour and character as you touch and feed them. If you don't want to do the Elephant Experience then you will be picked up from your accommodation in Oudtshoorn later in th morning.
  • OSTRICH FARM VISIT - We tour an ostrich farm, where the more daring among us can ride the ostriches (within weight limits).  The rest of us get to stand on their eggs and make sure your friends take a picture of you hugging and kissing the world's most friendly female ostrich, Betsie.
  • TSITSIKAMMA NATIONAL PARK - Spend time in paradise as we explore the marine reserve with its unique combination of dramatic coastal and forest landscape.
  • OVERNIGHT IN STORMS RIVER
  • 3 hour DRIVE in ADDO NATIONAL PARK (in tour bus) -  the third largest national park in South Africa, this park conserve a wide diversity of biodiversity, landscapes, fauna and flora.  The original elephant section of the park was proclaimed to provide a safe haven for the few wild elephants who survived government-sponsored culling to remove them in the early 20th century.  The lush vegetation provides protection and a rich food source, supporting what is now the most dense population of wild elephants on the planet.  Today this finely tuned ecosystem is sanctuary to over 550 elephants, lions, buffalo, black rhino, spotted hyena, leopard, a variety of antelope and zebra and other species. 
  • extra 2 hour  GAME DRIVE in 4x4 vehicle with ranger in Addo National Park.  (Optional with extra cost).
  • Late afternoon drop-off at your accommodation or intercity bus departure point in Jeffrey's Bay.

> Excluded:  Meals & drinks, optional extras and excluded activities will be for your own account.

! PLEASE NOTE: This is a one-way tour, and end up in Jeffrey's Bay.  Ask your travel agent about transport service options back to Cape Town on your own and at your own cost.

Things To Bring

  • Swimming towel
  • Swim costume
  • Comfortable/ walking shoes
  • Sunscreen & hat
  • Jacket
  • Printed Travel Voucher or Voucher number (located on your travel voucher under the bar-code)

Inclusions

- DOOR-2-DOOR pick-up from your accommodation in Cape Town & Stellenbosch areas.
- Cango Wildlife Ranch entrance fee
- Cango Caves adventure tour
- Ostrich farm tour and optional riding (under 75kg)
- Entrance to Addo National Park
- Entrance to Tsitsikamma National Park
- 3 hour game drive in tour bus in Addo National Park
- Friendly local driver-guide
- Transport to tour's hotspots - with licensed and insured vehicle(s)
- Accommodation for 2 nights - as per package selected

Exclusions

- Meals and drinks
- Personal insurance
- Optional extra activities

OPTIONAL EXTRA ACTIVITIES available:
- Elephant Touch Experience (@ +/- R210)
- Extra 2 hour 4x4 Game Drive in Addo (@ +/- R235 to R330)
- Tiger encounter* (@ +/- R300 pp)
- Cheetah encounter* (@ +/- R160 pp)
- Diving with crocodiles (@ +/- R280 pp)
- Python Encounter (@ +/- R60 pp)
- Return transfer back to Cape Town (Arrange with your travel agent, at your own cost)
*Availability of cub encounters can vary.

SPECIAL REQUEST optional: We can add BUNGY JUMPING (at R 690 pp) at Bloukrans Bridge to this tour itinerary at special request, but we need to be informed in advance to book it for you.

Departs

most FRIDAYS - or other days on request for private or group bookings.

Pickup/Departure

Early morning (between 7-9am We'll contact you on the day before your tour depart to confirm your pickup time)

*DOOR-2-DOOR transfers will collect you from your preferred PICKUP ADDRESS in and around Cape Town, Stellenbosch or Somerset West area, as listed on your booking receipt. *Pick up times may vary by 30 minutes due to traffic.

Drop-Off

Late afternoon drop-off at your accommodation or intercity bus pick up point in Jeffrey's Bay.

You can decide to stay on at Jeffrey's Bay - or - ask your travel agent about return transfer options available; eg. INTERCITY COACH, CAR-HIRE or FLIGHTS.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Book your intercity coach /bus trip to depart back to Cape Town nothing earlier than 20:00 on day 3 or after the tour.

If flights are booked from Port Elizabeth - you'll need to get an additional airport transport / taxi from Jeffrey's Bay. Rather book flights on the next day, after the tour.

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