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5 Day Garden Route Magic

Knysna to Port Elizabeth

Brief Description:
Knysna, Wilderness, Tsitsikamma forests, Plettenberg Bay, Storms river mouth, Natures valley, and more.

Highlights: Outstanding Scenery, Whales (July-Nov), Indigenous forests, Coastlines and some of the best accommodation on offer.

Day 1

Our fantastic journey begins in George.

From the airport, we set off to the beautiful Dune Guest House in Wilderness right on the mile long safe golden beach.

Accommodation: The Dune Guest House ***** DBB

An irresistible invitation to relax and enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Garden Route.

Our elegant guest lodge has four stylish en-suite bedrooms with private patios from which you can enjoy breathtaking sea views.

Feast on our sumptuous breakfasts in the casual elegance of our unique dining area and sip sundowners as the sun sets over the warm Indian ocean.

Lunch: [excluded]

Supper: Serpoentine Restaurant [Excl]

Day 2

Depart after breakfast for Knysna the jewel of the Garden Route via the Steam Train, Outeniqua Choo Choo.

  • We enjoy lunch on the Waterfront in Knysna.

    Our guide will pick you up in Knysna and we see the sun go down on our yacht on the enchanting Knysna Estuary while sipping on Champagne and sampling some oysters and Crab.

    We see the famous Knysna Heads, Waterfront and get to shop in the craft markets for which Knysna is famous.

    We overnight at the talk of the Garden Route, Phantom Forest.

    Accommodation: Phantom Forest ***** DBB

     Privately owned within 137ha of Nature Reserve, on the Knysna River, the Phantom Forest Eco-Reserve offers guests a unique bio-diversity of Afromontane Forest, Estuarine Wetland and Cape Coastal Fynbos. Over 80 bird species, bushpig, bushbuck, greysbok, the rare blue duiker (Africa's smallest antelope), and a variety of smaller game occur.

    Using only sustainable materials and drawing inspiration directly from nature, a harmonious balance has been created, from ragged thatch rising into the forest canopy, to wood shingle, from meandering boardwalks to a 'Freshwater' natural pool... Phantom Forest awaits you

    All inclusive

  • Day 3

    We spent the day at leisure in the arts and crafts markets of Knysna.

     

    We overnight at Phantom Forest.

    Accommodation: Phantom Forest ***** DBB

     

    Lunch: Waterfront [Excluded]

    Supper: Phantom Forest [Included]

    Day 4

    Toady we leave for Plettenberg Bay, Bahia de Formosa (The beautiful bay) as the first Portuguese seafarers called it. We have time to explore the shops and pristine beaches.

    Between July & November we do a cruise in the bay to see the whales or we relax on one of the safest beaches in South Africa.

    Accommodation: Periwinkle Guest Lodge ***** DBB

    Periwinkle is a beachfront Guest House offering panoramic views of Robberg Beach & Tsitsikamma range of Mountains where you can watch the whales & dolphins frolicking in the waves whilst enjoying a scrumptious breakfast. Come and stay with us in comfortable, tastefully decorated en-suite accommodation that offers you every luxury and stunning views. A unique experience!

    The rooms are individually decorated in bright, happy colors, which reflect the surrounding sea and mountains. Six of the seven rooms have private balconies where guests can enjoy the panoramic view from the Robberg Peninsula to the right and the Tsitsikamma Mountains to the left.

    This exclusive guesthouse, with its breathtaking vistas of sun, sea and sand, allows you to indulge in superb service and hospitality in elegant accommodation, furnished with impeccable taste. Enjoy diving, tennis or golf or simply laze on the terraces enjoying the Tsitsikamma Mountains.

    Breakfast, lunch and tea, on the terrace, is an experience to be savored with delight whilst watching the dolphins frolicking in the surf. In winter the whales arrive to mate and calve in the bay.

    Lunch: On the beach [Excluded]

    Supper: The Plettenberg Hotel ***** [Excl]

    Dinner in the Plettenberg Restaurant will excite the most discerning gourmet. An array of fresh seafood, presented in many delicious ways, with emphasis on local produce and Lamb from the nearby Karoo. The wine list is superb and features the finest South African wines, hand-picked by our Sommelier.

    Day 5

    Our Last day we leave for the Tsitsikamma National Park, explore this mystic place of beauty with ocean, waves, hanging bridges, nature walks and more. It is here we get to touch the famous Yellowood & Stinkwood trees famous for their beautiful woods in furniture.

    We lunch overlooking the mighty Indian Ocean and then on to the Eastern Cape.

    We head for the last leg of our journey to Port Elizabeth.

    We browse the local shops, markets and stalls for anything that you want to take home. We visit some famous landmarks. Then it is time to say goodbye and we get you safely and in time to the Airport for your connection flight home.


    Included: All entrance fees. All transfers; guides’ fees; transport; accommodation bed, breakfast, meals as per itinerary, portage.

    Excluded: Domestic Flights; Alcoholic drinks & tips and items of personal nature.

    Vehicles: Luxury car / minibus or coach 5-22 Seaters Air Con

     

    Tariff per person sharing: R 18,850 per person sharing

     

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    Last revised: Feb 2010
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