The Ultimate South Africa Escape – Self Drive | 10N/11D

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About this tour

Experience South Africa’s most stunning landscapes on this exclusive self-drive adventure through the world-famous Garden Route and Cape Town. The world’s highest net-worth vegetarian brand since 1983 – built on fixed rates, absolute transparency, and unwavering confidence. Stay in world’s safest towns with ocean views, enjoy pure vegetarian multi-cuisine meals from fresh organic materials. Discover Mossel Bay’s UNESCO World Heritage Point Area, world’s longest oceanic zipline, and stunning lighthouse trails. Experience the exclusive Heaven Can Wait Countryside Estate in Riversdale – 1,150 acres of pristine private estate with 20,000 eucalyptus trees, O2 trail, stargazing, BBQ evenings, wine tasting, and Italian culinary masterclass. Enjoy two Big Five safari drives at Garden Route Game Lodge, helicopter rides, yacht cruise, cheetah encounter at Cango Wildlife Ranch, Cape Peninsula, and Table Mountain. Complete with Indian chef, tour coordinator, local guide, spa, and 4 evenings unlimited cocktails. A brand guided solely by integrity, consistency, and highest standards of character.

Highlights of Tour

BRAND PROMISE – GEM TRAVELS:

World’s highest net-worth vegetarian brand since 1983
Fixed rates, absolute transparency, unwavering confidence
Uncompromising ethics – no criticism, gossip, or negativity
Guided by integrity, consistency, and highest standards of character
Benchmark of trust, dignity, and long-term value creation

MOSSEL BAY – UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (3 Nights):

Most beautiful and safest town in South Africa
UNESCO World Heritage Site – Point Area
World’s longest oceanic zipline behind hotel
Ocean views as far as eye can reach
Spectacular star gazing under clear night skies
Roaring ocean waves experience
1 FREE spa session (18+ years only)
4 evenings unlimited cocktails (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
Daily guide conversations about South Africa’s economy, history, culture, wildlife, politics

HEAVEN CAN WAIT COUNTRYSIDE ESTATE, RIVERSDALE (2 Nights):

Sprawling across 1,150 acres of pristine private estate
20,000 eucalyptus tree forest – breathe pure oxygen
Signature O2 eucalyptus inhaler trail
450,000 sq ft manicured lawn
Ultra-exclusive retreat with just 10 elegantly curated rooms
Curated BBQ evenings under blanket of stars
Italian culinary masterclass (adults 18+ years)
Exclusive wine tasting – world-class South African wines
Mesmerizing stargazing experiences in absolute serenity
Wake up to iconic Sleeping Beauty Mountain views
5 tranquil dams nestled within estate
Guided bird watching and nature walks
Rich biodiversity with unique fynbos, flora, fauna
Riversdale town walking tour
Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve with enchanting redwood forest

GARDEN ROUTE GAME LODGE (1 Night):

2 game safaris – Big Five and majestic African wildlife
Early morning dawn safari
Stunning landscapes and serene wilderness
True essence of African safari

CAPE TOWN (3 Nights):

Cape Peninsula Tour via Chapman’s Peak scenic drive
Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve unique wildlife
Cape Point – iconic landmark at southern tip
Flying Dutchman funicular ride
Cool Runnings at Tiger Valley
Table Mountain visit
Canal Walk Shopping Mall – 400 stores, Africa’s largest (7,000 parking bays, 12 cinemas)
V&A Waterfront shopping and leisure
Betty’s Bay African Penguin colony

GARDEN ROUTE ACTIVITIES:

Yacht cruise Mossel Bay – seal island wildlife viewing
Helicopter ride over stunning coastline
Lighthouse trail with coastal scenery
Cango Caves – world’s finest stalactite formations
Cango Ostrich Farm – interactive experience
Cango Wildlife Ranch – cheetah encounter, crocodile farm
Tsitsikamma Bloukrans Bridge – optional bungee jumping (ZAR 2,150)
Knysna Waterfront visit
Albertina Aloe Factory Outlet

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (Additional Cost):

Sky Dive 10,000ft with photos/video: ZAR 5,100
Bungee Jump with photos/video: ZAR 2,150
Bungee Walk: ZAR 450
Longest Zipline over Ocean: ZAR 800
Walk with Lion Garden Route: ZAR 1,000
Hot Air Balloon Mossel Bay: ZAR 4,950
Canopy Tour Wilderness: ZAR 900
Quad Biking Mossel Bay (20 mins): ZAR 450

Included/Excluded

Itinerary

Arrive George Airport. Clear arrival formalities. Collect rental vehicle. Self-drive to Mossel Bay enjoying scenic surroundings. Check-in hotel. Relaxing self-guided walking tour exploring UNESCO World Heritage town. Evening roaring ocean views.
Overnight: Mossel Bay

After breakfast, visit Cango Caves – stunning stalactite formations. Continue to Ostrich Farm – interactive experience including standing on ostrich egg. After lunch, Cango Wildlife Ranch guided tour – exciting safe cheetah encounter, crocodile farm. Return Mossel Bay. Evening cocktails.
Overnight: Mossel Bay

After breakfast, self-drive to Riversdale. Check-in at exclusive Heaven Can Wait Countryside Estate – 1,150 acres of pristine private estate with 20,000 eucalyptus trees. Evening magical stargazing session under clear night skies surrounded by absolute serenity.
Overnight: Heaven Can Wait Countryside Estate

After breakfast, Italian culinary masterclass (18+ years due to safety norms). Riversdale town walking tour. Refreshing O2 Eucalyptus Trees Trail through oxygen-rich plantations. Guided bird watching, nature walks, fynbos exploration. Visit 5 tranquil dams. Evening traditional BBQ dinner under stars with iconic Sleeping Beauty Mountain views.
Overnight: Heaven Can Wait Countryside Estate

After breakfast, self-drive towards Garden Route Game Lodge. Stop at Albertina Aloe Factory Outlet en route. Arrive lodge. Exciting game safari through reserve – Big Five and majestic African wildlife in natural habitat. Stunning landscapes, serene wilderness. Dinner at lodge.
Overnight: Garden Route Game Lodge

Early morning exciting game safari at lodge. Return for breakfast. Self-drive to Cape Town – South Africa’s most beautiful city. Stop Betty’s Bay to visit African Penguin colony. Explore iconic V&A Waterfront Mall for shopping. Arrive Cape Town, check-in hotel.
Overnight: Cape Town

After breakfast, Cape Peninsula Tour via Chapman’s Peak scenic coastal drive (Hout Bay to Noordhoek). Visit Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve with unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Visit iconic Cape Point at southern tip of Cape Peninsula. Flying Dutchman funicular ride. Evening Cool Runnings at Tiger Valley fun-filled experience.
Overnight: Cape Town

After breakfast, Cape Town city orientation tour. Visit Table Mountain. Proceed to Canal Walk Shopping Mall – Africa’s largest (400 stores, 7,000 parking bays, 12 cinemas, game arcade). Evening dinner.
Overnight: Cape Town