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    Garden Route Safaris

    Along the south coast of South Africa lies the Garden Route, boasting some of the country’s most exquisite coastline and several Garden Route Safari destinations. The long stretch of coastline is known for its picturesque beaches, lagoons, and coves as well as indigenous forests, extraordinary flora, and majestic mountain ranges. The game reserves along the Garden Route are found nestled on the foot of the Langeberg and the Outeniqua mountain ranges and offer magnificent views and wildlife. Garden Route safaris take place on game reserves which are not as populated as those of the Kruger National Park or Eastern Cape. Although these game reserves are not as populated, Garden Route safaris still offer a unique setting and fantastic Big 5 safari experiences including walking safaris and horseback safaris. Hiking, mountain biking, and picnics in the bush can also be enjoyed as part of your safari experience.

    Garden Route safari lodges include a range of luxurious 4- and 5-star options with the opportunity at Gondwana Tented Camp to embark on a unique hands-on safari conservation experience. The 3, or 5-day conservation programs allow guests to submerge themselves in the wild at the eco-friendly, solar-powered tented camp for an authentic safari encounter. The Garden Routes 300-kilometre (190-mile) stretch of beautiful coastline and mountain ranges is a hub of exciting adventure activities. Combined with breath-taking Big 5 sightings and the malaria-free area, Garden Route safaris provides the perfect setting for families, honeymooners, solo travellers, and adventurists.

    Malaria:

    The Garden Route is a malaria-free safari area.

    Location:

    The Garden Route is a 300-kilometre (190 mile) stretch of coastline on the south-east of South Africa extending from the Western Cape to the border of the Eastern Cape.

    Getting there:

    By Road

    Garden Route Game reserves are a 30- to 90-minute drive from George, or a 3.5- to 4.5-hour drive from Cape Town on the scenic N2 highway through the Garden Route.

     

    Flying

    Fly from all major centres in South Africa to George airport.

     

    Flight Duration

    • Cape Town to George: 50 minutes
    • Johannesburg to George: 2 hours
    • Durban to George: 1 hour 50 minutes

    Wildlife:

    Garden Route game reserves are not as populated or large as those of the Kruger National Park or Eastern Cape but offer a magnificent setting, intimate experience, and great Big 5 safari experiences. Besides the chance of seeing big African cats, you will also see plenty of elephant, Cape buffalo, giraffe, zebra, varieties of antelope, hippo, and warthog to name but a few.

    Highlights:

    • The long stretch of coastline is known for its picturesque beaches, lagoons, and coves as well as indigenous forests, extraordinary flora, and majestic mountain ranges.
    • See whales, dolphins, and great white sharks on-route.
    • The Garden Route is known for a host of adventure and nature activities.

    Reason to go:

    • The Garden Route is a great family safari destination as well as a superb location for honeymooners.
    • Nature-lovers, adventurists, and adrenaline junkies will not be short of activities in this superb natural playground.

    Special offers:

    We have some fantastic specials offers including PAY STAY deals, Honeymoon offers and discounted rates available for both international travellers and SA residents. View all specials on our specials page here: special offers

    • Safaris Down South - Village Lodge at Botlierskop Game Reserve

      Botlierskop Village Lodge

      Botlierskop Game Reserve | Garden Route

        All ages

      From £ 121 per person per night

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    • Safaris Down South - Garden Route Game lodge

      Garden Route Game lodge

      Garden Route Game Lodge Game Reserve

        All ages

      From £ 89 per person per night

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    • Gondwana Kwene Lodge

      Gondwana Game Reserve | Garden Route

        +12 years

      From £ 174 per person per night

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      Includes 2 daily game drives, meals…

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    • Safaris Down South - Gondwana - Ulubisi House

      Gondwana Ulubisi House

      Gondwana Game Reserve | Garden Route

        All ages

      From £ 1,741 per person per night

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      Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…

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    • Safaris Down South - Botlierskop - Village Lodge

      Botlierskop Main Lodge

      Botlierskop Private Game Reserve | Garden Route

        +6 years

      From £ 152 per person per night

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    • Safaris Down South - Gondwana - Tented Eco Camp

      Gondwana Tented Eco Camp

      Gondwana Game Reserve | Garden Route

        +16 years

      From £ 188 per person per night

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      Includes 2 daily game drives, meals…

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    • Botlierskop Luxury Bush Villas

      Botlierskop Private Game Reserve | Garden Route

        All ages

      From £ 104 per person per night

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      Includes 2 daily game drives, meals…

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    • Gondwana Villas

      Gondwana Game Reserve | Garden Route

        All ages

      From £ 160 per person per night

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    • Gondwana Pioneer Trail

      Gondwana Game Reserve | Garden Route

        +16 years

      From £ 253 per person per night

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      Includes 2 daily game drives, meals…

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