Durban to Cape Town Tours
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12-day Durban, Lesotho & Cape Town (Accommodated)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“He turned a wonderful trip into an unforgettable experience. He knows everything about his country, and this make him a perfect storyteller.”
Mirko, traveled in October
The route starts in vibrant Durban with its picturesque beaches before heading inland to the Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Your path winds through 11 diverse cities including Hermanus for whale watching, concluding in Cape Town with wine tasting at local vineyards.
Duration 12 days Destinations Durban, Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Malealea, Mountain Zebra National Park, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, L'Agulhas, HermanusSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Acacia Adventure Holidays From $3,945
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12-day Durban, Lesotho & Cape Town (Camping)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was an amazing experience! Definitely recommend!”
A, traveled in July
Setting off from vibrant Durban in an overland truck, the route passes through Pietermaritzburg and the Drakensberg Mountains. The tour spans 15 distinct cities across South Africa and Lesotho, finishing in Cape Town with a wine tasting in the coastal winelands.
Duration 12 days Destinations Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Underberg, Sani Pass, Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Royal Natal National Park, Malealea, Mountain Zebra National Park, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Acacia Adventure Holidays From $3,285
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The tour kicks off in Durban with airport pickup and culminates in Cape Town after a 2-hour domestic flight. Notable visits include St. Lucia Wetland Park, Hluhluwe Game Reserve, and Thula Thula Private Reserve, covering South Africa's diverse landscapes from coast to bushveld.
Duration 4 days Destinations Durban, St Lucia, Hluhluwe, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From $4,130
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From Durban, take a flight to Oudtshoorn, then wind through Sanbona Wildlife Reserve and coastal Hermanus before reaching Cape Town. The route covers 6 distinct cities, showcasing mountain ranges, wildlife reserves, and wine country across 770 kilometers of South African terrain.
Duration 5 days Destinations Durban, Oudtshoorn, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, Betty's Bay, Hermanus, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From $6,633
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Garden Route Adventure
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Overlanding is the best way to cover a lot of ground in a short space of time. Intrepid are an excellent company to travel with.”
Emily, traveled in July
Duration 14 days Destinations Durban, Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Cintsa, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Bontebok National Park, L'Agulhas, Hermanus, Cape Town Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,235
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What our customers ask about Durban to Cape Town Tours
What would be an example day-by-day itinerary between Durban and Cape Town?
The journey begins in Durban with stops at uMhlanga Lighthouse before moving to the Drakensberg Mountains where travelers spend 2-3 days on trails and viewpoints. The next leg takes you to Lesotho's highlands for 2 days followed by beach time in Cintsa on the Wild Coast. Days 8-9 focus on wildlife viewing at Addo Elephant National Park and walking through Tsitsikamma National Park's forests. The route continues to Oudtshoorn's underground Cango Caves and then Hermanus for seasonal whale watching. The trip concludes in Cape Town with visits to the African penguin colony at Boulder's Beach and cable car rides up Table Mountain. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The itinerary was spot on and really well thought out/planned."
What are the most common destinations visited between Durban and Cape Town?
The route connects key South African landmarks starting with the towering Drakensberg range moving through the mountain kingdom of Lesotho then to Addo Elephant National Park. The path follows the Garden Route taking in Tsitsikamma's coastal forests Oudtshoorn's ostrich farms and Hermanus's whale watching spots. Accommodations range from boutique stays like Cape St Francis Lodge to established chains such as the Protea Hotel by Marriott in Oudtshoorn. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Some highlights included Malealea in Lesotho Addo Elephant Park hiking in Tsitsikamma and the spectacular drive to Cape Town."
What are the average tour lengths for trips from Durban to Cape Town?
Most trips run between 4 and 14 days with two-week journeys being the most popular choice. The Garden Route Adventure spans 14 days taking travelers through the Drakensberg peaks to Addo Elephant National Park home to over 450 elephants and into Tsitsikamma where ancient forests meet ocean waves. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Two weeks just isn't enough; the itinerary took us to many lovely places and showed us a good sampler of the region."
What is the average price range for Durban to Cape Town tours?
Tour prices start at USD 1875 and go up to USD 3857. Basic tours average USD 159-188 per day while luxury experiences can reach USD 771 daily. Budget options like the 12-day Garden Route camping tour costs around USD 1875. On the premium end the 5-day Sanbona Wildlife Safari runs USD 3857 including high-end lodges and exclusive activities. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Amazing experience for the price."