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12N 13D Cape Town-Franschhoek & Stellenbosch-Oudtshoorn -Knysna & Plettenberg-Amakhala

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town
  • Arrival at Cape Town International Airport

  • Meet & greet by private driver-guide at arrival hall

  • Private transfer to Kloof Street Hotel, Cape Town

  • Hotel located in a vibrant area with cafes, restaurants, and nightlife

  • Optional afternoon/evening activities (at additional cost):

    • V&A Waterfront visit

    • Sunset cruise in Table Bay

    • Signal Hill sunset

    • Sunset kayaking

  • Overnight in Cape town

  • Pickup at 09:00 | Drop-off at ~13:00

  • Highlights:

    • Table Mountain Cableway (weather permitting)

    • Bo-Kaap colourful houses

    • Company Gardens

    • Greenmarket Square

    • Orientation drive: Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, Adderley Street

  • Optional afternoon activities (at own cost):

    • Robben Island, Helicopter flights, Paragliding

    • Cape Malay cooking experience, Kirstenbosch Gardens

    • E-bike tour or guided hikes

  • Overnight in Cape Town 
  • Pickup at 08:30 | Drop-off at ~17:30–18:00

  • Included: Chapman’s Peak toll, Cape of Good Hope entry, Boulders Beach (Penguins)

  • Optional: Seal Island boat ride OR Kirstenbosch Gardens (only one due to time limits)

  • Tour highlights:

    • Atlantic Seaboard drive: Clifton, Camps Bay

    • Hout Bay Harbour (optional seal boat trip)

    • Chapman’s Peak Drive

    • Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

    • Boulders Beach Penguins

    • Simon’s Town, Muizenberg colourful huts

    • False Bay coastline return route

  • Overnight: Lion Roars Kloof Street Hotel

Basis: Bed & Breakfast

  • Pickup at 08:30 | Drop-off ~17:30–18:00 at hotel in Franschhoek

  • Included:

    • 3 wine tastings (3–5 wines each), including chocolate or cheese pairing

  • Excluded: Premium tastings & lunch (own account)

  • Highlights:

    • Stellenbosch walking tour

    • Visit Oom Samie se Winkel (heritage general store)

    • Drive through beautiful Winelands landscapes

    • Wine tasting at selected Stellenbosch & Franschhoek estates

  • Overnight: Lion Roars Franschhoek Boutique Hotel

Basis: Bed & Breakfast

  • Self-guided experience

  • Hop-on, hop-off Franschhoek Wine Tram through the valley

  • Choose from various wine estates for tastings, cellar tours, lunch

  • Open-air tram and tram-bus through scenic vineyards

  • Ideal day to relax, taste, and take in the valley’s beauty

  • Overnight: Lion Roars Franschhoek Boutique Hotel

  • Basis: Bed & Breakfast
  • Private guided OR self-drive option

  • Depart at 09:00 | ~5–7 hrs travel time (with stops)

  • Route 62: Scenic drive through Klein Karoo via Barrydale
     (known as the world’s longest wine route)

  • Optional lunch stop in Barrydale (own account)

  • Arrival & check-in at La Plume Boutique Guest House, Oudtshoorn

  • Dinner: For own account (transfers provided if needed)

  • Overnight: La Plume Boutique Guest House

  • Basis: Bed & Breakfast
  • Accommodation: La Plume Boutique Guest House

  • Tour Type: Private guided or self-drive (both options clearly explained)

  • Key Inclusions:

    • Cango Caves Heritage Tour (10:00) – Iconic limestone caves; excellent, informative guided experience.

    • Cango Wildlife Ranch (12:00) – Good wildlife awareness focus; lunch here (own cost).

    • Safari Ostrich Farm (15:00) – Insightful and fun tractor tour; includes breeding and hatching info.

  • Tips:

    • The itinerary is well-paced but packed — stick to departure times.

    • Book Animal Encounters at the Wildlife Ranch if desired (these are extra).

    • Be sure to wear walking shoes and pack water and sun protection
  • Accommodation: Lion Roars Plett Quarter Hotel

  • Drive Time: ~2.5 hrs (160km) via scenic Outeniqua Pass

  • Optional Morning: Meerkat Safari at Buffelsdrift (highly recommended, but early start required)

  • Lunch Stop: Suggested in Knysna – consider Knysna Waterfront for views and oysters.

  • Afternoon Suggestions in Knysna:

    • Featherbed Eco Experience

    • Lagoon cruise or SUP

    • Whale-watching boat excursions (seasonal)

Hotel Highlights: Rooftop pool, sky bar, and ideal location on Main Street.

  • Base: Plett Quarter Hotel

  • Driver & Vehicle: At your disposal – great flexibility

  • Top Activities Around Plett & Tsitsikamma:

    • Robberg Nature Reserve hike (absolutely breathtaking)

    • Storms River Mouth walk & suspension bridges

    • Bloukrans Bungee Jump – Highest in the world (for thrill-seekers!)

    • Birds of Eden & Monkeyland – Great for families and wildlife lovers

    • Wine tasting in the Plettenberg Bay Wine of Origin region

    • Kayak & Lilo in Tsitsikamma – Adventurous but very rewarding

  • Pro Tip: Consider dividing the activities across both days – one for coastal exploration, one for forest and adventure.
  • Accommodation: Hlosi Game Lodge, Amakhala Game Reserve

  • Drive Time: ~4.5 hours (325km)

  • Check-in & Orientation: Welcome drinks, itinerary briefing

  • Afternoon Game Drive: 3-hour safari, includes sundowners

  • Meals: Full Board Plus – all meals and local drinks included

First Safari Experience: Watch for elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, cheetahs

  • Morning Game Drive: Sunrise drive with coffee & rusks

  • Midday: Brunch, relaxation, optional activities

  • Afternoon Game Drive: Different terrain and animal sightings

  • Optional Extras:

    • River cruise on Bushman’s River – Highly recommended for birding and scenery

    • Night drives, stargazing, spa therapy, archery

Pro Tip: Hlosi’s small size ensures a personal and luxurious experience – perfect for photography and intimate sightings.

  • Final Game Drive (optional) before breakfast

  • Transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport: ~1.5 hours (80km)

The above tour description, inclusions, exclusions are daywise itinerary are indicative and may change at the time of quoting and booking

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