In the morning we leave Cape Town and head north along Route 62 towards Oudtshoorn. The change in environment is incredible, with rolling flats turning to mountain passes in 30 minutes. After an enjoyable lunch (own account) take in the beautiful views of the Tradouw Valley, you can follow this with a traditional witblitz tasting (own account) if you brave enough!
We then make our way to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. There you can enjoy an ostrich tour (own account) and be introduced to the large, flightless and exotic ostrich. These odd birds have eyes larger than their brains, but are well adapted to the dry dusty conditions, and grow taller than most humans.
Once at the lodge freshen up and enjoy some leisure time, before dinner (included) in this quaint, rural setting.
Traditional Witblitz tasting in Tradauw Valley
Enjoy a country breakfast at the hotel, before we make our way to a 20 million year old natural treasure at the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains, the Cango Caves. Descend the 200 steps of Jacob’s Ladder into the Great Hall and continue into King Solomon’s Mine. Leaving this subterranean wonderland, we head back towards Oudtshoorn, which boasts the highest number of sunny days compared to any other place in South Africa.
Depart the Klein Karoo and travel over the scenic Robinson Pass to Mossel Bay, where you can enjoy lunch on the point. The following the coastline we pass through the lake district of Wilderness, surrounded by mountains, ocean, lakes and lagoons Wilderness makes for a tranquil and splendid destination. Enjoy the stunning and unspoilt scenery at Dolphin Point and Map of Africa look out points (weather permitting).
We arrive into our base for next 2 nights overlooking the Knysna lagoon and can enjoy an optional Sunset Knysna Oyster Cruise (weather permitting & own account) which introduces you to the wild Knysna oyster.
Dinner tonight can be enjoyed on Thesen Island (own account).
There is an option (for own account) to enjoy an early morning Meerkat Safari. Witness these incredible wild habituated creatures emerging out of their burrows, in time to soak up the sun before they head about their daily activities (weather permitting). After this thrilling experience, head back for a delicious breakfast.
Enjoy a full day exploring Knysna and surrounds with plenty of optional activities from which to choose.
> Ocean Safari to view dolphins and whales in Plettenberg Bay
> Sea kayaking trip
> Featherbed Eco Experience
> Knysna Elephant Park
> Hog Hollow Horse Trails
> Enjoy a 10km beach walk from Brenton on Sea to Buffalo Bay.
We will visit The Heads for sunset and dinner (included) will be enjoyed at the famous JJs restaurant in the Knysna Waterfront .
For those that want some fresh air and light exercise, enjoy a 10km beach walk from Brenton on Sea to Buffalo Bay before carrying on with your travels.
Today we travel through the Tsitsikamma region which is full of adventure. Enjoy a gentle hike to the suspension bridge over Storms River Mouth and then tuck into lunch (own account) in the Tsitsikamma National Park.
The list of optional activities seem endless in this beautiful adventure region, with its indigenous forest which is home to Ironwood, Yellowwood and Stinkwood trees which are used to make local furniture:
> Treetop Canopy tour through the forest canopy.
> Monkeyland
> Birds of Eden
> Tenikwa Wildlife Centre
> Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary
> Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary
In the late afternoon you will arrive at Port Elizabeth where you will be dropped off at either your hotel or the airport.
For those brave enough, you can do the worlds highest commercial bungy jump at Bloukrans Bridge of over 200m to the river below!
