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Oudtshoorn, the "ostrich capital of the world", is a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa, located between the Swartberg mountains to the north and the Outeniqua Mountains to the south. Two ostrich-feather booms, during 1865-1870 and 1900-1914, truly established the settlement. With approximately 60,000 inhabitants, it is the largest town in the Little Karoo region. The town's economy is primarily reliant on the ostrich farming and tourism industries. Oudtshoorn is home to the world's largest ostrich population, with a number of specialized ostrich breeding farms, such as the Safari Show Farm and the Highgate Ostrich Show Farm.
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1. Klein Karoo "High 5" Stargazing Experience in Oudtshoorn
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Please enjoy this 60 minute journey through our Milky Way to explore the “High 5” visible in the Southern celestial hemisphere.
Inclusions: All activities
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By ColinMalan
Jan is the expert on the region, and eagerly shares his knowledge, making this a "must do" experience.
2. One-Way Hop-on Hop-off Bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy the freedom to discover South Africa at your own pace with this unique one-way hop-on hop-off bus service between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Travel in the comfort of a 19 seater semi-luxury bus in the company of fellow travellers who share your passion for exploring and adventure. Convenient pickup and drop-off available from 200 accommodations (from backpacker hostels to guest houses and hotels) located in 40 different cities, towns and villages between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. You plan your own route, decide which stops you would like to make and how much time you want to spend in each town, there is no time limit on your ticket.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, One-way shared transfer, Friendly, helpful and experienced driver, Accommodation pickup and drop-off (selected establishments only, refer to Departure list on voucher), Trailer attached so you can bring along your bike, surfboard or Golf Set, etc., No extra charge when changing trip details in advance, On board information files about accommodation and activities in each town
Exclusions: Shuttle cost for inaccessible areas, Accommodation
Reviewed By viajandosinfrenos
Even tough I'm not used to tours and I travel solo finding my way, traveling with Baz Bus was an amazing experience. I had the opportunity to meet a lot of backpackers and shared stories to make my trip around South Africa. I totally recommend it to travel around and enjoy the whole country.
3. Four Day Garden Route (escorted tour)
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
The 4-day Garden Route tour includes all accommodation, meals, transport, sightseeing excursions and entrance fees. Pick up at about 08:15 on Tuesdays from central areas in air-conditioned small vehicle with professional accredited driver guide to escort the tour. • Ask about ending your tour in Port Elizabeth. You will be picked up after breakfast at your hotel and you will miss the game drive at Botlierskop and lunch. • Ask about ending your tour at Cape Town International Airport +/- 18:30 on Fridays. • For groups of four or more, enquire about alternative departure days (subject to availability). BAGGAGE ALLOWED: One suitcase and one shoulder bag. The Garden Route Tour departs from Cape Town Tuesdays +/- 08h15 to Fridays +/- 18h30
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation, All meals included, Wine tasting, Boat cruise, All activities as per itinerary, Professional accredited driver guide
Exclusions: Drinks are available for purchase.
Reviewed By 85hannesk
Michael was polite, considerate, very knowledgeable and showed us cool things off the beaten track. Even looked for a pharmacy when we needed. His relationships made every stop more than just the normal tourist stop with friendly, happy to help people. Nothing felt forced or over played making the overall day great.
4. Explore the Garden Route from Port Elizabeth - 4 Days
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore The Garden Route. Join our awesome private / small group tour with overnight stays in Knysna and Oudtshoorn. Experience the spectacular Cango Caves and the comical Ostrich. View seals, whales and marine bird-life in Mossel Bay. Stroll along pristine beaches with no other footprints – only the endangered Oystercatcher. Visit ancient forests where elusive wild elephants and leopards lurk in the shadows. See Giant Yellowwood trees at Natures Valley. Take a boat cruise to the stunning Knysna Heads and delight in the shopping and fine culinary foods at the Knysna Waterfront. Taste oysters and some of the regions finest wine, craft beers and fresh juices. The tour is conducted by an experienced chauffeur driver/ guide / host who will remain with you throughout the tour. Luxury accommodation is in four star Guest Houses or Apartments and includes daily breakfasts. Included are some dinners, lunches & entry fees to a attractions as per itinerary. The Tour ends at George Airport.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Entry To: Cango Caves, Ostrich Ranch, Seal Island Boat Cruise and Diaz Museum are included., Accommodation with breakfasts for 3 nights, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entry fees to Monkeyland or Birds of Eden or Tenikwa Wildlife Center.
Exclusions: Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary., Optional Activities such as Knysna boat cruises., Alcoholic drinks,tips and personal items, Flights and transfers from George Airport.
Reviewed By zeimm
My family visited South Africa with Paul Coetzee from Explore South Africa twice, once in January 2017 and more recently in November 2019. We were a group of 12 people with elders above 60 and children from 13 to 2 years old.In both cases, Paul patiently helped customise our tour over several months via email and Whatsapp so that it could accommodate all our requirements for Muslim ( Halal ) food, accessibility and safety for the children. We did the Garden Route in 2017, driving from Cape Town to Port Elisabeth for 1 week with stops for safaris and garden route views along the way. In 2019, we drove from Durban via Swaziland on to a safari in Kruger Park and then to Johannesburg. The road trips were well planned with comfort stops and lunch breaks. Each overnight stop was a real pleasure in excellent accommodation and great facilities. They were facilities I did not find on internet booking sites and that seemed to be used by the South Africans for internal tourism. So it made using a local guide very much worth it. Paul is an extremely kind, helpful, patient and resourceful person who has dealt with our shopping sprees and large number of luggage bags with a lot resilience. He showed us the best of South Africa and relentlessly searched for the animals until we managed to see the big 4. The only one we didn't see was leopard. But he extended our last day driving down to the leopard trees areas to try and find one. He is very knowledgeable and is happy to explain and share information. I would highly recommend his services to anyone going to South Africa and wish him continued success.
5. Garden Route 4 Day 3 Nights Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
You’ll be thrilled by the spectacular views of the Knysna Heads from the placid waters of the Knysna Lagoon. The sandstone cliffs rise out of the water revealing sea caves along the forested banks of the lagoon. You’ll find out all about the magnificent flora and fauna from your specialist guide before enjoying a delicious buffet lunch at the outdoor restaurant under a canopy of Milkwood trees.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By connellw2016
Amazing tour!! Lele and the Langa tour guide were awesome! Very informative, helpful, insightful, and willing to go over and beyond to ensure their clients experience the ultimate tour. We were very fortunate and blessed to travel to Robben Island and get a once in a lifetime experience, and get the opportunity first hand to listen to inspiring and informative insights from the tour guides on the conditions and unfortunate circumstances political prisoners endured while incarcerated there. It is a most tour if you are in Cape Town, but understand the weather conditions dictate whether or not the boat leaves the docking area in order to travel to Robben Island, and not fault of the travel company. Even though it is understanding the customers may feel disappointed in not being able to visit Robben Island. Nevertheless, it blessing to be able to experience the Robben Island and Township tour and learned about apartheid history and the effects it had on the people in South Africa, and the continue social, psychological, and financial economic problems they continue to deal with this very moment. True story of South Africa from the people who live there, but still seeing the inspiring stories of fighting for freedom and social equality and economic prosperity.
6. Swartberg Sunset Tour and Dinner
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience the beauty of the Swartberg mountains (UNESCO World Heritage site) as you travel to the summit of the world famous, Swartberg Pass. This national monument dates back to 1881 and offers stunning panoramic views of the Little and Great Karoo which you can overlook over 200km with your bare eyes. From the summit guests are able to take a walk in the reserve between 500 different species of fauna and flora. Enjoy sun-downers and watch how a traditional braai is done the South African way while enjoying your Roosterkoek starters served with home-made marmalades. Feast on certified Karoo lamb chops, boerewors, ostrich kebabs, pumpkin fritters and variety of salads and vegetables all freshly harvested from the gardens at the restaurant. After dinner dance the night away under the African Skies!
Inclusions: Dinner
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By BeaPop
We arrived just after 4pm on a cold Friday afternoon, not sure of we could still have something to eat. Jenine welcomed us with a warm smile and wipped up a curry rooster koek to share within no time. When in the area do stop by ... There is a rooster koek for every tast and fancey.
7. 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore South Africa, Swaziland and Lesotho on this exciting accommodated adventure tour. Visit the Panorama Route, game drive with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo Elephant National Park. Discover diverse cultures of the Swazi, Zulu and Basotho tribes, cruise the pristine waters of St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches and discover the magical Garden Route.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Accommodation as specified and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Panorama Route , 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise * , Sani pass excursion * , Battlefields , Royal National park , Drakensberg Mountains , Mountain Zebra National Park, Game Drive , Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp)*, Visas , Flights, Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
8. 3 Day Garden Route Private Tour From Cape Town
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Come and experience one of the most beautiful parts of the world on the Garden Route. Our tour offers a great way to explore the Western Cape, Little Karoo, Whale Route, and Route 62. This tour has a good mix of nature, culture and adventure, so you can experience the best the area has to offer. This tour starts & ends in Cape Town, and can depart any day of the week (minimum 2 people booking)
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Pick up and drop off at hotels, ports and airport, Bottled water, Airconditioned transport
Exclusions:
Reviewed By danesdora
We have enjoyed tours to Hluhluwe, Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Garden Route. Very nicely organised. Good guides too
9. 4 Day Garden Route Private Tour from Cape Town
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Come and experience one of the most beautiful parts of the world on the Garden Route. Our tour offers a great way to explore the Western Cape, Little Karoo, Whale Route, and Route 62. This tour has a good mix of nature, culture and adventure, so you can experience the best the area has to offer. This tour starts & ends in Cape Town, and can depart any day of the week (minimum 2 people booking)
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Bottled water, Airconditioned transport, Pick up and drop off from hotels, airport and port, Wine tasting, Tsitsikama National Park
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Reviewed By danesdora
We have enjoyed tours to Hluhluwe, Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Garden Route. Very nicely organised. Good guides too
10. 6 Day Cape to Addo Safari
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4.9 based on 24 reviews
Join the original and still the best scheduled tour to the malaria free Addo National Park. Along the way you will visit the Southern tip of Africa at Cape Aguhlas, explore the in depth the adventure paradise of the Garden Route and marvel at the raw nature of the Addo National Park while searching for the Big 5!
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Beer/ wine tasting, National Park fees
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Optional activities, as listed in itinerary - to be booked during tour
Reviewed By 141hebam
I was put on a bus with teenagers aging 15-19. They were shouting and screaming the entire way n throwing water at each other. Me and my sister got soaked wet. And when I asked them to stop they called me “LOCA” and almost got physical with me with the bus driver watching. At the hostel, I couldn’t sleep for 3 consecutive nights because of how noisy they were. I spoke to the bus driver and he just dismissed me. His excuse was it’s communal living and I had to put up with the drunk screams till 3 am every night. The tour at the safari was meant to be one hour and ended as a 45 min tour of seeing nothing. The bus driver kept on pushing and embarrassing us to buy food and drinks that we didn’t need from the restaurants and cafes to get his commission which made us extremely uncomfortable. The hostel was dirty. The entire experience unpleasant if u r anything above 30, it’s not the right place for u. When we came back, we complained to the office on long street. Again, they were dismissive and didn’t even bother to apologize.
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