Activity Description

This is the Garden Route like you’ve never seen it before—an off-the-beaten track journey full of flavour, culture, adrenaline, and unforgettable South African soul.

Cruise in comfort down the world-famous Route 62, where every twist in the road reveals new—from charming country towns to hidden gems. Kick things off with a delicious roadhouse style lunch and then indulge in a guided port tasting, paired perfectly with warm roosterbrood straight from the coals. As night falls, settle into a cozy farmhouse on a working ostrich farm. Here, under a vast, star-splashed sky, you’ll fire up the braai, share stories, and soak in the tranquil rhythms of farm life.

Adventure calls from deep underground with a thrilling tour through the otherworldly Cango Caves—an ancient labyrinth of limestone chambers and tunnels. Keep the energy flowing with a journey into the lush wilderness, where waterfalls crash through thick forest canopies and secret trails lead to lookout points that will steal your breath. Cool off in natural pools and get a taste of South Africa’s untamed beauty.

Get wild on a Big-5 safari through a private game reserve, where lions, leopards, elephants, and more roam free in their natural habitat. Later, switch gears and explore a vibrant Rastafarian village—an eye-opening cultural immersion into music, spiritual living, and Ubuntu vibes.

Jeffrey’s Bay is a slice of coastal heaven, known for its world-class surf and legendary beach-town atmosphere. Catch your first wave during a surf lesson in the warm Indian Ocean, or explore the coastline with sandboarding, paddleboarding, and scenic boat cruises. J-Bay nights are all about bonfires, beer pong, and backpacker camaraderie—where strangers become friends in no time.

Witness herds of elephants up close in Addo National Park, home to the densest population of African Elephants in the world, where raw nature takes centre stage. As the sun sinks over the Tsitsikamma coastline, prepare to be moved by a final hike through ancient forests and wave-battered cliffs in one of South Africa’s most breathtaking national parks. The ocean calls again with a guided Kayak and Lilo tour in the Tsitsikamma National Park, along the pure Storms River.

Along the way, there are surprise stops, local bites, and endless good vibes. With shorter driving days and more time to explore, this reimagined route gives you everything the Garden Route promises—and more. It’s a journey packed with heart, adventure, and that unmistakable Vibe Van magic.

Day 1: Cape Town to Klein Karoo
• Tradouw’s pass to R62
• Classic roadhouse style restaurant for lunch
• Calitzdorp port tasting
• Ostrich farm tour
• Ostrich farm homestay

Day 2: Klein Karoo to Knysna
• Cango Caves adventure tour
• Lunch in the ostrich farming capital of the world
• Outeniqua pass to N2
• Explore the Knysna lagoon and heads
• Island Vibe Backpackers overnight

Day 3: Knysna to Jeffrey’s Bay
• Rastafarian village tour
• Lunch at Bloukrans Bridge Bungy (with optional bungy jump, zipline, or
skywalk)
• N2 to Jeffrey’s Bay
• Island Vibe Surf Camp overnight

Day 4: Jeffrey’s Bay
• Surf lesson or stand-up paddleboard lesson
• Township tour with food tastings
• Sunset sandboarding
• Djembe drumming workshop
• Island Vibe Surf Camp overnight

Day 5: Addo Elephant National Park to Tsitsikamma
• Full day Addo Elephant National Park game drive
• Lunch in Addo Elephant National Park
• Tube ‘n Axe Tsitsikamma Village overnight

Day 6: Tsitsikamma to Mossel Bay
• Suspension bridge hike
• Kayak and Lilo in Tsitsikamma National Park
• Lunch at Thyme and Again Farmstall
• Mossel Bay historical tour

Day 7: Mossel Bay to Cape Town
• Big-5 game drive (3 hours)
• Lunch on Big-5 Game Reserve
• N2 back to Cape Town

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