Garden Route

A visit to South Africa would be incomplete without a drive along the east coast of South Africa- the Garden Route. This is undoubtedly the most beautiful part of the South African coastline. The area boasts a Mediterranean climate and natural beauty, with a European ambience - no wonder so many visitors return.

The road meanders down to the narrow coastline through one of a few remaining natural, indigenous forests in South Africa. Giant Yellowoods break through a canopy of green, stretching as far as the eye can see. Look out for the fabled and elusive tuskered giants padding the forest floor, in the company of Bushpigs, Vervet monkeys, Bushbuck and the endangered Blue Duiker.

The sleepy picturesque town of Knysna lies on the shores of a beautiful estuary, with the lagoon spilling into the ocean, passing through the monolithic sandstone cliffs known as the Knysna Heads. A ferry ride across the lagoon is the best way to see the Heads and get a full view of the lagoon and the town.

In the evening, travelers can sample some of Knysna's renowned oysters at one of the many restaurants on the banks of the lagoon. A few kilometres down the road lies the pretty coastal town of Plettenberg Bay with its pristine beaches, perfect for a stroll or a safe and refreshing dip in the sea.

In Oudshoorn, a visit to the Cango Caves is an experience of a lifetime. The Caves are one of the great wonders of the world, with about eight kilometres of majestic stalactites and stalagmites.

Nestling between the peaks of majestic mountains to the north, we drive through a patchwork of farmlands when the harvest is in, to the translucent waters of the Indian Ocean.