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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure along South Africa's stunning Garden Route, featuring thrilling activities and luxurious 4-star accommodations. Begin your journey in Cape Town, traveling through picturesque towns like Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay, and Knysna. Experience the thrill of a helicopter ride, safari game drive, and shark cage diving, all included in your tour. Explore the majestic Cango Caves, tackle a hedge maze, and enjoy sandboarding. Each day offers unique dining experiences, from a traditional South African Braai to rustic meals at local restaurants. With free Wi-Fi onboard and at your accommodation, share your memories instantly. This circular tour ensures a seamless experience with pick-up and drop-off in Cape Town, making it the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. ...more ...less
Highlights
Helicopter ride over the Garden Route.
Safari game drive at Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve.
Adventure tour of the Cango Caves.
Shark cage diving experience.
Kloofing/Canyoning adventure in Knysna.
Bungy jump or walk on the Bloukrans Bridge.
Guided walk on the Storms River Mouth Suspension Bridge.
Visit to Birds of Eden and Monkeyland.
Itinerary
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Depart at 6:00am on a scenic route from Cape Town and travel along the N2 passing Elgin and Grabouw. Comfort stop at Peregrine Farm Stall for a cup of coffee/juice and pastries (own account), our journey continues along the R62. Arriving in Oudtshoorn at 11:30am we stop at the Cango Caves for an Adventure tour of these age old caves. We travel to Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve for lunch (own account) and a safari game drive. The wide range of animals include Hippo, Elephant, Giraffe, Eland, Zebra, Buffalo, Rhino, Springbok and more. Late afternoon we check in at our accommodation. ...more ...less
Day 2
Location: Mossel Bay
Today we depart at 9:00am after breakfast at our accommodation. Take to the sky on a helicopter tour for approximately 8 minutes. Thereafter, choose between a Shark Cage Diving boat trip (weather permitting); Adventure Horse Safari; Sky Diving. These experiences are safe and supervised by qualified specialist guides angers. Lunch can be enjoyed at Kaai 4 Restaurant for a rustic African experience (own account). Dinner is at Cafe Gannet Restaurant where you will be issued with a dinner voucher.
Day 3
Location: Knysna
On our third morning we explore Knysna. We embark on a Kloofing/Canyoning adventure where one descends down a river within a canyon or ravine. This may entail climbing, possible abseiling down waterfalls and swimming! We provide a wetsuit, helmet & life-jacket. Lunch options are on offer at the Knysna Waterfront (own account). After lunch we explore the Knysna Heads. Tonight's dinner will be at Searls Village where you will be issued with a dinner voucher.
Day 4
Location: Storms River
Choose between a bungy jump off the Bloukrans bridge or simply walking on the bridge is also a thrilling experience. Storms River Mouth for a guided walk on the 900M Suspension Bridge. Lunch can be enjoyed at Cattle Baron Restaurant (own account). Visit Birds of Eden & Monkey land for a guided tour. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner including photo slides of the past 4 days and spot prizes.
Day 5
Location: Cape Town
Guests will be collected at their accommodation after Breakfast and check out. We stop at the Red Berry Farm for the largest hedge maze in the Southern Hemisphere. After this we will go for a sandboarding adventure before heading back to Cape Town. Guests will be dropped off at their accommodation in Cape Town.
What's Included
Tour Guide and Transport
The tour includes a tour guide/driver and a luxury minibus for transportation.
Pick Up and Drop Off
Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Cape Town are included.
Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to activities such as a helicopter ride, safari game drive, canyoning, Cango Caves, shark cage diving, hedge maze, and sandboarding are included.
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available onboard the vehicle up to 1 Gig for the group daily and at the accommodation establishment.
Bottled Water
Bottled water is provided onboard the vehicle daily.
What's Not Included
Lunch
Lunch is not included and is at your own account.
Drinks
Drinks are not included, but a cash bar is available.
Gratuities
Gratuities are optional and not included in the tour price.
Know Before You Go
Wheelchair Accessible
Please Note
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Not wheelchair accessible
Table Mountain and Robben Island activities cannot be cancelled after booking as these tickets are non-refundable unless any of the following occurs:
In the event that Table Mountain cableway is closed due to unfavorable weather conditions on the day, the guest will have 7 days in which to utilize the Table Mountain tickets. Should the guest not be available during this period for this activity, a refund for Table Mountain tickets will be given.
In the event that Robben Island museum cancels the boat trip you will receive a refund for the boat trip entrance fees. Rescheduling of bookings can be done and would require 48 hours in advance - is subject to an administration fee. Rescheduling is also subject to availability.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury minibus, offering pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi onboard, bottled water daily, and a scenic route along the Garden Route with various stops for activities and exploration.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at either Ilita Lodge or Mosselbos Guest House, both 4-star accommodations located in Great Brak River, offering panoramic stunning views and daily bed and breakfast, along with dinner options including food and drinks.
Check out our Q&As
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a helicopter ride, safari game drive, canyoning, a visit to the Cango Caves, shark cage diving, a hedge maze, and sandboarding.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at either Ilita Lodge or Mosselbos Guest House, both of which are 4-star establishments located in Great Brak River.
Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes bed and breakfast daily, as well as dinner with food and soft drinks or one beer/glass of wine. Lunch is not included and is at the guest's own account.
Is there a weight limit for the helicopter ride?
Yes, due to comfort and weight balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over the limit may be required to pay an additional fee directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.
What is the cancellation policy for the tour?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund of the start date of the experience or tour. This applies only to tours purchased directly online on the website.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
What should I bring for the canyoning adventure?
For the canyoning adventure, a wetsuit, helmet, and life-jacket are provided. It may involve climbing, abseiling down waterfalls, and swimming.
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Reviews of this operator
Rachel Prideaux (Google Reviewer)
We absolutely loved our full-day...
28-Dec-2023
We absolutely loved our full-day private tour with Ruben. Worth every penny to be able to go at our own pace with a local expert. It truly felt we were always just ahead of any crowds as Ruben timed everything so perfectly. He was knowledgeable, friendly and enjoyable to spend the day with. Bonus: he took pictures for us throughout the day. We greatly appreciated the lunch booking he made at Two Oceans overlooking the water near Cape of Good Hope. Highly recommend this tour.
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Brenda Schreiber (Google Reviewer)
Our Private Group Tour to...
20-Jul-2024
Our Private Group Tour to Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Colony with Beyond Africa Safaris was wonderful! Ruben was the BEST guide. It was going to be a very rainy day and Ruben adjusted our itinerary to maximize the sunshine and dodge the rain, and still get us to see some of the most beautiful spots, great photo opps, The Cape - and the penguins! I would go on this tour again - and bring more friends!
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Liv Boyd (Google Reviewer)
Did the Table Mountain, Boulder’s...
11-Jun-2024
Did the Table Mountain, Boulder’s Beach penguins and Cape Point day trip with David yesterday and it was a fantastic day. We covered so much in one day. A great option for those who want to make the most of a short time in Cape Town. We were lucky enough to see some wildlife too, which was an added bonus to an already terrific day.
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Michael Ashforth (Google Reviewer)
Fabulous day out with these...
10-Jan-2024
Fabulous day out with these guys. Our guide and assistant went beyond their hours to show us everything as promised. Really safe, nice vehicle and a great experience. We opted to take the trail from the Cape to Cape Point which was definitely worth the effort, just wear sensible footwear for walking and definitely do the trip to seal island.
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Gareth Parks (Google Reviewer)
We had a great day...
23-Dec-2024
We had a great day exploring the area surrounding Cape Town. The guide Mr Wilson was very informative and extremely accommodating. He went above and beyond ensuring that our day went smoothly.
It could have perhaps been made clearer that the entrance tickets to the areas visited needed to be purchased ontop and in advance of the price.
The day was fantastic...we thoroughly enjoyed it and it gave us a great overview of Cape Town and its surroundings! 👍
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Patricia Presser (Google Reviewer)
Tour with Beyond Africa Safaris...
27-Nov-2024
Tour with Beyond Africa Safaris - Tale (guide) and Ishmael (driver) began promptly at designated time. Tale was energetic and informative, providing significant insight into the history of Cape Town and South Africa.
We maintained the timeline and covered every stop and drive by listed on the Viator page.
NOTE: Entrance fees to Seal Island, Table Mountain Funicular and Boulders beach are not included.
Tale had a group ticket for Boulders Beach and stated there were technical problems for a credit card payment and directed me to the green ATM at Boulders Beach to get cash for reimbursement to him.
Unfortunately there were two men who were trying to scam and take money while I was trying to withdraw funds.
Although this was disappointing and made me lose trust, I made the best of it and caution you to be aware of your surroundings and take your guide or someone you trust with you when withdrawing currency at ATMS.
Thank you Ishmael for getting us around safely and thank you to Tale for all your insight about the area.
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Sharon T (Google Reviewer)
We joined the group tour...
28-Feb-2025
We joined the group tour for table mountain, boulder beach penguins and cape point/cape of good hope. The itinerary seems very exciting.But there were some hiccups on the day.
Firstly, the pickup took a very long time despite only having 5 stops (1 hour starting at 720am). When the tour started, we were briefed on the itinerary for the day. Everyone was extremely excited. However, after table mountain, we were told that because of a road closure every Wednesday from 10am, the scenic Chapman’s peak drive was cancelled. A lot of our tour group was very disappointed as this was not told upfront. If not we may have wanted to have a peep of this road prior to table mountain even.
Wilson was a great guide/driver. He went out of his way to accommodate everyone. Including stopping in the city for someone to exchange money, stopping by the ATM etc. He allowed us to spend quite a bit of time at each attraction. But in that lies the fact that sometimes we didn’t know when to gather back again and wasted quite a bit of time waiting. Wilson also gave interesting commentaries throughout.
The places we visited was really nice. Table mountain, the penguins and the cape of good hope were all famous attractions for a reason. And really worth seeing. Wilson surprised us by dropping by the ostrich farm and got us food to feed.
One big downside of the tour is the issue of purchasing tickets prior. I think this should be changed or made more aware. We knew about having to purchase our tickets ahead of time as we read from other reviews and proactively seek the links to buy the tickets. Most of the group did not pre-purchase the tickets and our group ended up splitting at times. What was worse is at the cape of good hope, you can purchase the tickets only once meaning someone from the group had to volunteer to purchase the ticket and everyone else had to then withdraw money to pay him back. I think this could have been avoided with prior warning.
Everyone should just pre-buy all your tickets. The company should inform people much ahead of time because it is difficult to do all these whilst traveling with minimal wifi and printing facilities. Most people only know the day before or not even.
Other than that, it was an enjoyable day!
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Simba Beyond Africa Safaris allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 7 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Simba Beyond Africa Safaris allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform simba beyond africa safaris, 7 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Simba Beyond Africa Safaris requires a minimum deposit of
30%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of simba beyond africa safaris charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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