NEW ADVENTURE!
Hike South Africa's most spectacular landscapes, from Cape Town to the Drakensberg Mountains!

This exciting new trip explores the stunning coastal regions of South Africa, from the outdoor mecca of Cape Town, up along the renowned Garden Route and the breathtaking Tsitsikamma Coast and ending in the remote and rugged Drankenberg Mountains of Zulu country. Hike Table Mountain; go sea kayaking with comical penguins; enjoy options for whale watching and cycling in the Winelands; hike the coastal trails of Tsitsikamma and the gorges of the Drakensbergs—our most active South Africa trip!

Activities

Hikiing, sea kayaking, cycling, whale watching, cultural touring

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the beaches, winelands, historical landmarks and incredible views found in Cape Town, South Africa's "Mother City"
• Hike along the dramatic, rocky shoreline where forests grow down steep cliffs to meet rough seas crashing on jagged rocks: the Garden Route!
• Explore misty mountains in search of Bushman rock paintings in the Drakensberg Mountains!
• Enjoy deluxe accommodations and the excellent cuisine and wine of South Africa!

Duration: 11 days Start Location: Cape Town End Location: Durban

BRIEF Itinerary

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  Day 1 : Arrive Cape Town

  Arrive into Cape Town at anytime today.

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  Day 2 : Cape Town

  Today we visit Robben Island by ferry, then tour a local township in the afternoon.

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  Day 3 : Cape Town

  Full day hike up Table Mountain (5-6 hour moderate to strenuous hike).

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  Day 4 : Cape Peninsula

  Today we explore the stunning Cape Peninsula and can choose between a sea kayaking excursion to a colony of African penguins OR a whalewatching cruise (November) OR a cruise to Seal Island (December).

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  Day 5 : Winelands

  Full day winelands tour with the option of cycling.

• Day 6 : Garden Route

  Drive along the famed Garden Route to Plettenburg Bay with a lunch stop in Mossel Bay.

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  Days 7 - 8 : Tsitsikamma National Park

  Full days of hiking in Tsitsikamma National Park.

• Day 9 : Drakensberg Mountains

  Transfer to Port Elizabeth airport for a scheduled flight to Durban.  Transfer from Durban to the Montusi Mountain Lodge.

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  Day 10 : Drakensberg Mountains

  Hike to an incredible natural Amphitheatre in the Drakensberg Mountains or enjoy easier day hikes in this area.

• Day 11 : Depart Durban

  Trip ends at King Shaka International Airport today in Durban, South Africa.

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  Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Hotel

  Cape Town, South Africa

  The Victoria & Alfred Hotel is located in the historic North Quay warehouse with excellent views of Table Mountain, Table Bay and the working harbor.  The hotel has 94 large, comfortably furnished, air-conditioned, en suite rooms each with a mini-bar, television, radio and hair dryer.  The Waterfront area offers many interesting shops and boutiques, plus a cinema, a theatre, numerous restaurants and cafes, bistros and bars, historic buildings and a maritime museum.

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  Le Franschhoek Hotel

  South Africa

  Le Franschhoek Hotel offers unequalled views of the Franschhoek Mountains, located in the equally splendid vineyards of the Western Cape.  The hotel comprises 63 elegantly appointed rooms in 3 unique settings (garden, vineyard and river rooms).  All rooms are air-conditioned, offer internet connections, mini bars, satellite television, room safes and underfloor heating.  The hotel also contains 2 restaurants, a culinary school, swimming pool, spa and wine bar.

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  Hog Hollow Country Lodge

  South Africa

  Hog Hollow is a delightful private nature reserve set on the edge of indigenous forest, with breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and the Tsitsikamma Mountains.  Hog Hollow is known for its outstanding cuisine, African decor, creative style and personal attention.  The 15 unique en suite bedrooms have private wooden decks, large beds and cozy fireplaces.  Superb breakfasts and dinners are served on the pool deck or around the communal candlelit dining table.

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  Montusi Mountain Lodge

  South Africa

  Montusi Mountain Lodge offers genuine hospitality in the tranquility of one of the most beautiful settings in South Africa.  Montusi consists of a large thatched main building with reception, restaurant, terrace, bar and lounge.  A swimming pool looks over the escarpment.  14 spacious garden suites with comfortable bedrooms, en suite bathrooms, lounge areas with sofas and fireplaces, plus private patios for your own views of the Drakensbergs.

Properties shown are representative of the accommodations we use on this trip, may not be inclusive of all accommodations we use, and are subject to change.

photo credits: ©MTS Photo File