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Highlights

Be 'wowed' by the views from the top of Table Mountain.
Stay at some of the best boutique hotels available in South Africa.

Catch a glimpse at the migrant whales in Hermanus.
Experience a big 5 game viewing safari at a top safari lodge.

The Journey

This remarkable self drive tour allows you to discover South Africa at your own leisurely pace. Staying in some on the best boutique hotels available your trip starts in Cape Town before heading to the whale watching capital, Hermanus. You are then off to explore the Garden Route and finish off with three nights on a big 5 safari in a malaria free area. A fantastic option if you want to have a peek of the highlights of South Africa.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - 4 - Cape Cadogan, Cape Town

Itinerary
On arrival at Cape Town Airport make your way to collect your car hire. Drive to the centre of Cape Town to spend three nights at the Cape Cadogan. Located in the heart of City you are in close proximity to plenty of Cape Town's main attractions.

Accommodation
Cape Cadogan »
The Cape Cadogan is an elegant Georgian and Victorian building located in Gardens, the City Bowl area of Cape Town. It is the epitome of discreet distinction and combines every comfort with an atmosphere still characteristic of the Victorian Bohemian age and is a welcoming haven for visitors.
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Day 4 - 6 - Ocean Eleven Guest House, Hermanus

Itinerary
This morning check out of Cape Cadogan and drive the coastal route to Hermanus. Famous for its migrant whales, spend two nights at Ocean Eleven Guest House.

Accommodation
Ocean Eleven Guest House »
Ocean Eleven Guest House is situated in the quaint coastal town of Hermanus, offering luxury accommodation right on the cliff paths overlooking the ocean. The colonial style luxury guest house exudes the grace and style befitting a destination which has the reputation of being the “Riviera of the South”.
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Day 6 - 9 - Hog Hollow Country Lodge, Plettenberg Bay

Itinerary
Today take a leisurely drive up the Garden Route. Spend three nights exploring the area while staying at the beautiful Hog Hollow Country Lodge.

Accommodation
Hog Hollow Country Lodge »
Hog Hollow Country Lodge is a 4-star lodge set on the edge of an indigenous forest in a private nature reserve with panoramic views of the surrounding indigenous forests, valleys and mountains, in one of the most beautiful parts of Africa - the Garden Route.
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Day 9 - 12 - Blaauwbosch, Eastern Cape

Itinerary
Safari time! Today travel to Blaauwbosch Private Game Reserve for your big five safari. Spend three nights enjoying the Africa bush and participating in morning and evening game drives.

Accommodation
Blaauwbosch »
Blaauwbosch Private Game Reserve is an exclusive big five private game reserve in the malaria free Eastern Cape. The reserve offers a unique and private African wildlife safari experience where you can relax in comfort and stay in luxurious chalets with beautiful mountain views.
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Day 12 - End of tour

Itinerary
After checking out of Blaauwbosch make your way to Port Elizabeth Airport to return your car hire and continue with your onward journey.

Includes

12 days car hire, Group B, including super cover insurance and unlimited mileage
3 nights at Cape Cadogan on a bed and breakfast basis
2 night at Ocean Eleven Guest House on a bed and breakfast basis
3 nights at Hog Hollow Country Lodge on a bed and breakfast basis
3 nights at Blaauwbosch Main Camp on a full board basis (all meals and game activities)

Excludes

International flights
Items of a personal nature
Car rental one-way drop off fee
All meals and beverages not specified
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Visas

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Facts

Duration: 11 nights
Begins: Cape Town
Ends: Port Elizabeth

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