Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Trip Style
Fully Customisable
Starting From
Rate on request
Trip overview
Explore South Africa at your own pace on an unforgettable self-drive journey through vibrant cities, scenic coastal routes, fascinating wildlife attractions and beautiful countryside.
Begin in Cape Town, where you can discover the lively V&A Waterfront, enjoy panoramic mountain views and explore the city’s famous attractions. Continue along the spectacular Garden Route to Wilderness, a charming coastal destination surrounded by natural beauty.
Travel inland to Oudtshoorn, known for its impressive limestone caves and ostrich farms, before heading to Albertinia for an exciting African safari experience. Complete your adventure with an early-morning game drive and a scenic drive back to Cape Town
Trip Highlights
- Cape Town: Explore the city’s attractions, waterfront, shopping areas and vibrant atmosphere.
- Garden Route: Enjoy a scenic self-drive journey through South Africa’s beautiful coastal landscapes.
- Wilderness: Relax in a charming seaside destination surrounded by nature.
- Cango Caves: Discover fascinating underground chambers and limestone formations.
- Cango Wildlife Ranch: Visit a wildlife attraction featuring a variety of animal species.
- Safari Ostrich Farm: Learn about ostrich farming and observe these distinctive birds.
- Albertinia Safari: Experience an afternoon and early-morning game drive.
- V&A Waterfront: Enjoy shopping, restaurants and waterfront views in Cape Town.
- Flexible Exploration: Travel independently with a self-drive vehicle and enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Trip Gallery
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Cape Town – Begin Your South African Adventure
- Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and complete arrival formalities.
- Proceed to the car rental counter to collect your self-drive vehicle.
- Drive to your hotel and complete check-in.
- Spend the rest of the day exploring Cape Town independently.
- Visit the famous V&A Waterfront, enjoy the restaurants and browse the shopping areas.
- Alternatively, consider stand-up paddleboarding or another optional activity at an additional cost.
- Return to your hotel for the night.
- Accommodation: Cape Town
- Meals: As specified in the confirmed package
Day 2Cape Town – City Exploration & Optional Table Mountain Tour
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Spend the day exploring Cape Town at your own pace using your rental vehicle.
- Discover the city’s landmarks, shopping areas, cafés and cultural attractions.
- You may choose to book a half-day guided city tour, including Table Mountain, at an additional cost if it is not included in your selected package.
- Alternatively, explore the V&A Waterfront and other attractions independently.
- Return to your hotel in the evening.
- Accommodation: Cape Town
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 3Cape Town – Optional Cape Peninsula Excursion
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Spend the day exploring Cape Town or opt for a full-day Cape Peninsula excursion at an additional cost.
- Drive along the scenic Atlantic coastline and admire the spectacular ocean views.
- Explore coastal areas such as Camps Bay and the surrounding viewpoints.
- Depending on your selected excursion, visit Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape Point Nature Reserve, the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach, famous for its African penguins.
- Return to your hotel after the day’s exploration.
- Accommodation: Cape Town
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 4Cape Town to Wilderness – Scenic Garden Route Drive
- Enjoy breakfast and check out from your hotel.
- Begin your self-drive journey towards Wilderness along the scenic Garden Route.
- Enjoy the changing landscapes, coastal viewpoints and picturesque countryside along the way.
- Arrive in Wilderness and check in at your hotel.
- Spend the remainder of the day relaxing or exploring this peaceful seaside town.
- Enjoy the surrounding natural beauty before returning to your hotel.
- Accommodation: Wilderness
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 5Oudtshoorn Excursion – Cango Caves, Wildlife Ranch & Ostrich Farm
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive towards Oudtshoorn via the scenic mountain pass.
- Visit the spectacular Cango Caves, renowned for their impressive underground chambers and limestone formations.
- Continue to Cango Wildlife Ranch to explore its wildlife attractions.
- Visit the Safari Ostrich Farm to learn about ostrich farming and observe these distinctive birds.
- Please note that entrance fees for the listed attractions are excluded unless specifically included in your final quotation.
- Return to Wilderness after completing the day’s sightseeing.
- Accommodation: Wilderness
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 6Wilderness to Albertinia – African Safari Experience
- Enjoy breakfast and check out from your hotel.
- Drive towards Albertinia, a destination known for its wildlife and safari experiences.
- Arrive at your safari lodge and complete check-in.
- In the afternoon, embark on a game drive to explore the surrounding wilderness.
- Look out for African wildlife as your guide takes you through the reserve.
- Return to the lodge and relax after your safari adventure.
- Accommodation: Albertinia
- Meals: Breakfast, as specified in the package
Day 7Morning Safari – Drive Back to Cape Town
- Begin the day with an early-morning game drive, offering another opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural environment.
- Return to the lodge and enjoy breakfast.
- Check out and begin your self-drive journey back to Cape Town via the Garden Route.
- Arrive in Cape Town and check in at your hotel.
- Spend the evening at leisure.
- You may visit the V&A Waterfront for shopping, restaurants or a relaxing waterfront stroll.
- Accommodation: Cape Town
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 8Departure from Cape Town
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Check out and drive to Cape Town International Airport.
- Return your rental vehicle according to the car hire provider’s instructions.
- Proceed for your onward flight with wonderful memories of South Africa’s coastal scenery, wildlife and countryside.
- Accommodation: Not included
- Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
- Accommodation: 7 nights — 4 nights in Cape Town, 2 nights in Wilderness and 1 night in Albertinia.
- Meals: Breakfast as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Transportation: Self-drive rental vehicle, subject to the confirmed rental terms.
- Safari Experience: Afternoon game drive in Albertinia and an early-morning game drive on the following day.
- Garden Route: Self-drive journey between Cape Town, Wilderness, Albertinia and back to Cape Town.
- Visa Assistance: Documentation assistance, with visa fees excluded.
Not Included
- International flights between India and South Africa.
- South African visa fees and application charges.
- 5%GST & 2% TCS
- Entrance fees for Cango Caves, Cango Wildlife Ranch and Safari Ostrich Farm.
- Optional Cape Town city tour, Table Mountain experience and Cape Peninsula excursion, unless included in the final quotation.
- Meals other than those specified under inclusions.
- Fuel, tolls, parking, rental deposits, insurance excess and additional vehicle charges unless explicitly included in the confirmed car rental package.
- Personal expenses, shopping and beverages.
- Travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Additional sightseeing and activities not mentioned under inclusions.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under package inclusions.
Important Notes
- Self-Drive Requirement: Travellers must meet the rental company's driving licence, age and documentation requirements. An international driving permit may be required depending on the licence and rental provider.
- Vehicle Rental: Confirm vehicle category, insurance coverage, fuel policy, mileage limits, deposits and collection/return timings before booking.
- Safari Sightings: Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed and depend on natural conditions.
- Optional Sightseeing: The Cape Town city tour, Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula excursion are optional unless specifically included in your final quotation.
- Attraction Fees: Entrance fees for the Oudtshoorn attractions are excluded unless confirmed otherwise.
- Pricing: Rates depend on travel dates, accommodation availability, vehicle category and the selected activities.
Trip FAQs
How many nights are included in this package?
The package includes 7 nights: 4 nights in Cape Town, 2 nights in Wilderness and 1 night in Albertinia.
Is this a self-drive tour?
Yes, the itinerary is designed for independent travel using a rental vehicle.
Are the Cango Caves and ostrich farm entry tickets included?
Entrance fees are excluded unless explicitly included in your final quotation.
Is a safari included?
Yes, the itinerary includes an afternoon game drive in Albertinia and an early-morning game drive the following day.
Are international flights included?
No. International flights are excluded and can be quoted separately.
Can I customise the itinerary?
Yes. Accommodation, vehicle category and optional sightseeing can be discussed when preparing your personalised quotation.
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