Panoramic route through mountains and along the coast
Between Swellendam and Plettenberg Bay lies the famous Garden Route, a stretch of beautiful mountain scenery, rugged coastline, lovely inlands and unique flora. Often the area around Port Elizabeth is also included in the Garden Route. North of this city lies the Addo Elephant N.P., a malaria-free park belonging to one of South Africa's three largest national parks. This park is home to the "Big Five. As the name suggests, the park is home to a large elephant population. Tsitsikamma N.P.- 'place of much water' - is characterized by a rugged coastline with cliffs, narrow creeks, fringed by native coastal forest. Unique here is the Fine Forest vegetation, found only on this side of South Africa. Where the world can't find you...
Excellent accommodation and top restaurants
Following the Garden Route from Tsitsikamma, you will pass places like Port Elizabeth, Knysna, George, Mossel Bay and Swellendam, each with its own charm. Knysna is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places on the Garden Route. Located on a lagoon, with a close connection to the ocean. The connection is guarded by two prominent cliffs, "the heads. Off the coast you can take excursions looking for whales, dolphins and sharks. Inland is Oudtshoorn, center of ostrich farming. Nearby are the Cango Caves, an underground wonderland of stalagmites and stalactites. Swellendam lies at the foot of the imposing Langebergen Mountains and is a cute village You can take a day hike through the Marloth Nature Reserve here or visit the Bonte Bok National Park. The nature park is home to more than 300 bontebok, zebra and smaller mammals. A special nature reserve is De Hoop Nature Reserve, located on the Indian Ocean. Beautiful dune landscapes and extensive beaches, with a great chance of whale sightings off the coast. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings combined with excellent accommodations, exquisite cuisine, fine wines....
