
5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown worth booking?
5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown is a 120-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $13900 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 120 hours
- From
- $13900 per person
Our 5-day group adventure tour is an affordable way to explore the Western Cape, Little Karoo, Whale Route, Addo Elephant National Park, and the Wine Route (Route 62). This tour starts in Cape Town every Monday, and ends
What you get
- Hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve
- Wine Route - Route 62
- Wine Tasting - Benguela Cove Wine Estate
- Tour Cango Caves
- Viewing African Penguins in Betty's Bay
- Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Wilderness, Hermanus
About this experience
Our 5-day group adventure tour is an affordable way to explore the Western Cape, Little Karoo, Whale Route, Addo Elephant National Park, and the Wine Route (Route 62). This tour starts in Cape Town every Monday, and ends back in Cape Town every Friday. Join us for the road trip of a lifetime! This is what you get on this tour: 1. R62 Wine Route, dubbed the World’s longest Wine Route where you get to taste different wines along the route 2. Interesting stop over at Oudtshoorn 3. Pass over Ateniqua Pass 4. Accommodation at the Russel Hotel in Knysna 5. Addo Elephant National Park – game drive 6. Robberg Nature Reserve – hiking 7. Knysna Heads 8. Quays Knysna Waterfront 9. Plettenberg Bay – white sandy beaches 10. Bloukrans Bridge skywalk and world highest bungy jump – optional $50-00 11. Hermanus – Whale watching (in season) 12. African Penguins – Betty’s Bay 13. Wine Tasting – 5 different wines – Benguela Cove Wine Estate
What's included
Included
- Hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve
- Wine Route - Route 62
- Wine Tasting - Benguela Cove Wine Estate
- Tour Cango Caves
- Viewing African Penguins in Betty's Bay
- Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Wilderness, Hermanus
- Southern Tip Of Africa - Cape Alguhas
- Breakfast
- Tour Cango Ostrich Farm
- Outeniqua Pass
- Game viewing at Addo Elephant National Park
Not included
- Tips
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- African Sun Safaris
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
SA safari
Good but far behind from Kenya or Tanzania safari. But still good for the 1st timers. Nice drinks inside.staff & drivers are well spoken n nice
via Tripadvisor
Garden Route with Mom
We were fortunate that this was essentially a private tour for me and my senior citizen mother. Our guide, Timba, was excellent and attentive to our needs, frequently making suggestions to ensure my Mother and I enjoyed the sites despite our different levels of mobility and fitness. The tour as designed has a lot of driving, more than I realized when booking. Also, the travel times were longer than expected due to road construction. Fortunately, Timba and the company agreed to some modifications as we went along to better accommodate us while still having safari, hiking and majestic views while shortening time in the vehicle. Robberg nature preserve was spectacular and you definitely want to try to maximize time here, but note that most of the trails aren't senior citizen friendly.
via Tripadvisor
We loved this 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown - Departs Mondays offered by African Sun Safaris
We loved this 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown - Departs Mondays offered by African Sun Safaris. It was so nice on the R62 wine route. We also had a great time at Addo elephant national park. Robberg nature reserve was really good and we enjoyed hiking so much.
Response from the operator: We are happy that the tour was good and you enjoyed it. Thank you for the feedback
via Tripadvisor
This was a beautiful small group tour on the garden route, starting off in Cape town.
This was a beautiful small group tour on the garden route, starting off in Cape town. We first travelled on the wine route, tasted wines along the way. Saw beautiful places and towns. Loved Robertson and Montagu. Enjoyed at addo park and robberg nature reserve, Very good tiur
Response from the operator: We are pleased that you enjoyed the tour, thank you
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 120 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13900 to $36900
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by African Sun Safaris, who run 31 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.5.
See everything African Sun Safaris runsWhy this scores 66
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5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown cost?
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Prices start at $13900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Town usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown take?
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Plan for about 120 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Town is not rushed.
Is 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Town, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 120-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Town can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Town and add a light layer if any part of the 120-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 5 Day Garden Route Small Group Tour From CapeTown start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Town within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cape Town?
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On Outty we rank every Cape Town experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town, Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour, Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cape Town?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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