Lesotho & The Garden Route - Accommodated
Beginning in South Africa’s playground – Durban, this tour explores the more remote areas of South Africa and Lesotho. Travelling south along the wild coast after experiencing Lesotho’s mountainous world there are amazing experiences to be had in the Addo Elephant NP and the Garden Route before arriving in Cape Town.
Departure Days:
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Accommodation:
Chalets & Lodges on
a 2 person share basis
Tour Length: 13 days
Price: €865
Local Payment: N/a
Departure points: Durban
Includes: Meals as per itinerary
Registered Guide
Accommodation
Transport as per itinerary
Excludes: Snacks
souvenirs
alcohol
personal items
Optional Activities
Day 1/2 Drakensberg
Two per room L,D
We leave Durban and the Kwa Zulu Natal coast and travel to the Royal Natal National Park and the mighty Drakensberg escarpment. The next day is spent at leisure. You can choose any of the local activities such as horse riding or take a short hike in the spectacular surroundings. Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking.
Day 3 Lesotho - Malealea
Two per room B,L,D
After a long but scenic drive we arrive in the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. When border formalities are completed we ascend into the mountains to our rustic overnight spot. Optional Activities: Hiking.
Day 4 Malealea
Two per room B,L,D
Today we get up early and those going on the Pony Trek will ride into the remote hills of Lesotho accompanied by local guides. If you choose to remain behind you can simply relax or go visit the local village and school or craft market. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion.
Cape Town
Kruger Park
Johannesburg
Sun City
St Lucia
Garden Route
Durban
Pretoria
By Province
Eastern Cape
Free State
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Limpopo
Mpumalanga
Northern Cape
North West Province
Western Cape
Two per room B,L,D
We leave Lesotho and aim south to the beautiful mountain valleys of Hogsback. It is a long but scenic drive to this beautiful mountain valley. We have a full day to relax in the forest or next to the water falls, such as the famous ‘Madonna & Child’ and ‘kettle spout’ falls. Your guides will lead you on a gentle hike into the surrounding forest. Optional Activities: Horse riding, mountain biking
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Cities
Cape Town
Johannesburg
Durban
Pretoria
Port Elizabeth
Attractions
Kruger National Park
Garden Route
St Lucia
Drakensberg
Wild Coast
Battlefields
Sun City & Pilanesberg
Provinces
Eastern Cape
Free State
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Limpopo
Mpumalanga
Northern Cape
North West province
Western Cape
Day 7 Addo Elephant National Park
Two per room B,L,D
We spend our time in Addo Elephant National Park surrounded by elephants! These magnificent creatures are always a highlight and Addo provides us with many fantastic photographic opportunities.
Two per B,L,D
After an early morning game drive we bid farewell to the elephants and drive further along the sunshine coast until we reach Tsitsikamma National Park. This beautiful coastal park provides us with some amazing hikes, including the first section of the well-known Otter Trail. Optional Activities: Bungee Jumping (highest in the world), Tubing, Treetop Tour.
Day 10/11 Knysna – Oudtshoorn
Two per room B,L,D
It is a short distance to Knysna and there are many activities on offer here as well as the chance to explore this interesting town. Go fishing on the lagoon, shopping in the town or abseil off the Knysna Heads – the choice is yours. The next day we travel on via the Outeniqua Mountains as we head for Oudtshoorn, where we take a tour of the Cango Caves. Later in the day you have the option of visiting an Ostrich Farm. Optional Activities: Ostrich Farm visit and Ostrich Riding.
Two per room B,L,D
After breakfast we set off for Stellenbosch. As this is the last night on tour we will go out to a local restaurant for dinner. In whale season (between June and November), we spend the day in Hermanus where there is a possibility of encountering world famous whales. Optional Activity: Meal Out.
Day 13 Cape Town
Tour ends Own Arrangements B
After a leisurely breakfast, we set off to do some wine tasting before reaching Cape Town. The journey ends on arrival at the Nomad Adventure Centre in central Cape Town.