Explore the Garden Route and Beyond: A Handcrafted Holiday Experience from Cape Town

If you’re fantasizing about picture-perfect coastlines, dense forests, peaceful lagoons, and quaint towns ; all of them jam-packed into one memorable experience ; then the South Africa Garden Route holiday tour is your pass to paradise. From Mossel Bay to Storms River, the Garden Route is one of the world’s most picturesque travel routes. And there’s no better way to experience it than with a carefully crafted itinerary by Point B Travel.

Homed in Cape Town, Point B Travel is dedicated to designing tailor-made travel experiences that highlight the best of South Africa. From in-depth day trips to multi-day excursions such as the Garden Route Cape Town tour, their experiences are crafted to bring you in touch with the soul of every destination. As a first-timer or an experienced traveler, Point B promises that your time in South Africa will be nothing but life-changing.

What is the Garden Route and Why Is It So Popular?

The Garden Route is a verdant, coastal strip in the southern region of South Africa, famous for its varied ecosystems, picturesque seaside towns, towering cliffs, and action-filled experiences. It owes its name to the lush flora and natural beauty of the region ; heaven for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and road trippers.

Some of the highlights of the Garden Route are:

Knysna Lagoon: Breathtaking estuary, lined by forests and the world-famous Knysna Heads.

Tsitsikamma National Park: Dwelling place of centuries-old forests, suspension bridges, and sea life.

Plettenberg Bay: Seaside haven famous for beaches and sea safaris.

Oudtshoorn: Unconventional inland stopover featuring ostrich farms and the Cango Caves.

Wilderness: Tranquil town providing canoeing, birdwatching, and viewpoints.

With Point B Travel’s expertly crafted itinerary, your South Africa Garden Route tour becomes more than just a scenic drive ; it becomes a deep-dive into culture, history, and adventure.

Why Choose Point B Travel for the Garden Route Tour?

When you book with Point B Travel, you’re not just reserving transit between points ; you’re investing in a real, guided, and upscale adventure. Here’s what makes their Garden Route Cape Town tour stand out:

Bespoke Itineraries

Each tour is tailor-made with the traveler in mind. Whether you want wildlife, wine, trekking, or heritage, Point B tailors the route to suit your interests.

Local Expertise

Their zealous guides are residents who bring tales, myths, and cultural knowledge to life ; making a journey a meaningful trip.

Stress-Free Travel

From easy transportation and carefully selected stops to advance-booked hotels and admission tickets, it’s all taken care of. You get to experience; they manage the details.

Sustainability & Community

Point B Travel engages local economies and encourages sustainable travel, making sure your trip benefits the places you see.

Recommended Itinerary: Garden Route Tour from Cape Town

This is what a standard Garden Route tour by Point B Travel would entail:

Day 1: Oudtshoorn to Cape Town

• Leave Cape Town and make scenic stops along Route 62.
• Stop at local farm stalls and have wine tasting along the way.
• Arrive in the ostrich capital of the world, Oudtshoorn.
• Tour the Cango Caves or pay a visit to an ostrich farm.
• Spend the night in a quaint guest lodge.

Day 2: Knysna from Oudtshoorn

• Travel through the Outeniqua Pass into the coastal lush area.
• Make a stop in Wilderness for photography or canoeing.
• Drive on to Knysna, take a boat trip on the lagoon, and walk along the waterfront.
• Have local food and overnight in Knysna.

Day 3: Tsitsikamma to Knysna

• Make a call in Plettenberg Bay for beach holidays or marine safaris.
• Drive into the Tsitsikamma National Park, walk the suspension bridge trail, and view Storms River Mouth.
• Optional adrenaline adventures such as ziplining or bungee jumping off Bloukrans Bridge.
• Return or continue the trip to the Eastern Cape.

This trip combines coastal scenery with culture and can be lengthened or shortened based on your schedule and interests.

Cape Town South Africa Excursions: More to Explore

Point B Travel also provides a selection of Cape Town South Africa tours, perfect for visitors who want day tours from Cape Town prior to or following their Garden Route travel.

 Cape Peninsula Tour

A one-day excursion along Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape Point, Boulders Beach (which is inhabited by African Penguins), and the Cape of Good Hope.

  Winelands Tour

Discover world-famous Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl vineyards by tasting and gourmet pairings.

Township Cultural Tour

Immerse yourself in South Africa’s dynamic communities, learn about its history, and see its optimistic future through township tours with guides.

Shark Cage Diving and Whale Watching

Adrenalin junkies can travel to Gansbaai for shark dives or to Hermanus for whale watching during the season.

These Cape Town day tours provide the opportunity to see the city’s environment without the drudgery of extended travel time ; ideal for limited-time travelers.

Experience Travel, Don’t Just Observe It

The philosophy at Point B Travel is simple: Experience Travel. It’s not about ticking destinations off a list ; it’s about connecting with the soul of a place. With a team of dedicated locals, you’re invited to slow down, engage, and truly experience what South Africa has to offer.

Whether you are walking along the tropical coastlines of the Garden Route, tasting wine in Franschhoek, or picking up isiXhosa phrases from a township guide, each tour is an invitation to connect with the country in some way.

Planning Your Trip

 Best Time to Travel

The Garden Route has a year-round mild climate. The ideal months for a Garden Route Cape Town tour, nonetheless, are September to April, when the climate is warm and dry.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for an unforgettable journey that balances natural beauty, cultural discovery, and curated comfort, a South Africa Garden Route tour with Point B Travel is the perfect choice. Departing from Cape Town, this tour captures the essence of South Africa ; wild, welcoming, and wondrous.

And if you only have a day or two in the city, Point B’s selection of Cape Town South Africa tours and day tours from Cape Town has something unique to offer every kind of traveler ; from wine enthusiasts and gourmets to wildlife explorers and history enthusiasts.

So why travel by just visiting when you can really experience travel? 

Contact us at +27 21 434 0902 or mail at res@pointb.co.za