Cape Town, the Garden Route & Big Five Safari

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Guests:

2 Adults
Duration:

12 Days
Board:

Various Meals
Departing:

Regional Airports
Offer Date:

11th June 2027

From

£3,384pp

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Why Book?

Save up to 15% off!
Includes a saving of £376pp
£395pp Deposit
Marvel at the breathtaking coastal landscapes of the Cape Peninsula and visit Stoney Point’s penguin colony
Take part in four thrilling game drives in search of the fabled ‘Big Five’, through a series of award-winning Garden Route reserves
Departures available from September 2026 - November 2028

This tour includes:

Return flights
9 nights hotel accommodation and 2 nights in flight
17 meals
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
Services of a friendly, experienced tour manager
Transfers and transportation throughout

About this tour

Join us for a perfect introduction to South Africa, one of the world’s most beautiful countries, on an extraordinary-value tour crammed with unforgettable highlights. Relax in the sun-kissed surroundings of some of South Africa’s finest vineyards, cross the arid plain of the Little Karoo, go in search of the Big Five in a private game reserve, including the ever-elusive leopard, then discover spectacular Cape Town in its glorious setting beneath Table Mountain and gaze out at rugged Indian Ocean-washed shores.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 • UK - Cape Town

Today you’ll fly overnight from the UK to Cape Town.
Day 2 • Cape Town - Hermanus

Upon arrival in Cape Town, meet your guide and journey east to Hermanus. On route, you’ll call at Stony Point, home to a unique colony of African penguins.
Day 3 • Garden Route Game Lodge

Today you’ll have the chance to go on a whale watching cruise (included on departure dates between Sep and Nov), before you’ll continue the scenic journey to the Garden Route Game Lodge. This afternoon, enjoy your first game drive before a typical African dinner looking out over the reserve.
Day 4 • Garden Route Game Lodge

A second day at the lodge begins with a game drive. Enjoy some free time for a siesta - perhaps by the pool - before setting off on a second evening game drive.
Day 5 • Cango Caves and the Little Karoo

Join your last morning game drive, before you travel on to Oudtshoorn, in the heart of the Little Karoo plain. Visit the world-renowned Cango Caves, with their caverns of stalactites and stalagmites, before transferring to Mossel Bay for a two-night stay.
Day 6 • Knysna Lagoon

Travel to coastal Knysna for a cruise on the beautiful lagoon. After the cruise, you’ll travel in a 4x4 up to the headland for some spectacular views. Later, enjoy some free time to explore Knysna’s charming waterfront.
Day 7 • Franschhoek

Head west into the rolling hills of the Cape Winelands, where you’ll discover the charming, vineyard-clad town of Franschhoek, often celebrated as the culinary capital of South Africa. You’ll have the opportunity to indulge in an included lunch and wine tasting. Then, continue to Stellenbosch, nestled deep in the heart of this breathtaking landscape with its oak-lined avenues, vibrant atmosphere, and elegant Cape Dutch architecture.
Day 8 • Stellenbosch, Cape Town and Table Mountain

Enjoy a guided introduction of historic Stellenbosch and take a scenic journey to Cape Town. On arrival in Cape Town, set out on an orientation tour of the city.
Day 9 • Cape Peninsula

Take to one of the world’s most scenic routes along Hout Bay and the Cape Peninsula. You’ll arrive at Cape Point, a verdant headland overlooking Cape Peninsula’s most southerly point. The afternoon will continue with a stop in Simon’s Town.
Day 10 • Cape Town

Today you’re free to relax in one of the world’s most stunningly located cities with a full day at leisure.
Days 11-12 • Cape Town - UK

Spend the morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your overnight flight home to the UK.

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Terms And Conditions

*Save up to 15% applies to select tour bookings made by 13 March 2026 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion Exclusions apply. Prices shown include discount. Single supplements apply. Prices correct at time of print. These holidays are organised and operated by Newmarket Holidays Ltd. ABTOT 5509. ATOL protected 2325. ABTA V7812

*Please note that prices may vary. Contact us directly or pop into your local Hays Travel branch for the most accurate quote.

Book this holiday

With hundreds of tours, each catering to different types of safari experiences, our first tip is to do your research and read the itineraries carefully

Cape Town, the Garden Route & Big Five Safari

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Newmarket Holidays

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This tour includes:

About this tour

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 • UK - Cape Town

Day 2 • Cape Town - Hermanus

Day 3 • Garden Route Game Lodge

Day 4 • Garden Route Game Lodge

Day 5 • Cango Caves and the Little Karoo

Day 6 • Knysna Lagoon

Day 7 • Franschhoek

Day 8 • Stellenbosch, Cape Town and Table Mountain

Day 9 • Cape Peninsula

Day 10 • Cape Town

Days 11-12 • Cape Town - UK

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