Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Tours

What our customers ask about Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Tours

• What kind of activities and experiences are typically included on Port Elizabeth to Cape Town tours?

  The route between these South African cities offers a rich mix of outdoor activities and cultural experiences. You'll find game drives through Addo Elephant National Park forest trails in Tsitsikamma National Park boat trips on Knysna Lagoon and guided tours of the Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn. Wine enthusiasts can taste local vintages in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek followed by exploring Cape Town's landmarks including Table Mountain. Travelers often stay at quality accommodations like Christiana Lodge in Plettenberg Bay. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The diversity of activities from safari drives to wine tasting made each day unique and exciting. The Tsitsikamma hikes and Knysna boat cruise were definite highlights."

• What would be an example itinerary between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town?

  A standard 10-day route starts in Port Elizabeth with two days in Tsitsikamma National Park exploring coastal forests. The journey continues with two days in Plettenberg Bay and Knysna for whale watching and elephant encounters then moves to Oudtshoorn for ostrich farms and the Cango Caves. Day 6 features safari experiences at Gondwana Game Reserve followed by time in Hermanus or Stellenbosch. The final two days are dedicated to Cape Town's attractions including Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The flow of the itinerary was perfect starting with nature experiences and ending with the vibrant city life of Cape Town."

• What is the average distance for a tour that goes from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

  The coastal journey spans 750 kilometers (466 miles) along South Africa's Garden Route. Travelers typically break this into manageable segments with stops at Tsitsikamma National Park (200km from Port Elizabeth) Knysna (270km from Tsitsikamma) and Hermanus (390km from Knysna) before reaching Cape Town. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The distances between stops were well planned giving us enough time to enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery without spending too much time on the road."

• What is the average price range to expect for a Port Elizabeth to Cape Town tour?

  Expect to pay between USD 1000-2500 per person with daily costs ranging from USD 200-300. Higher-end options like Exodus' Garden Route tour cost around USD 2770 for 12 days including stays at luxury properties like Amakhala Safari Lodge. Budget-conscious travelers can find shorter trips like Timeline Travel's 4-day tour starting at USD 1950. A TourRadar traveler mentioned "The tour provided excellent value considering the quality of accommodation and included activities like wine tastings and safari drives."

• What are the most common destinations visited between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town?

  The route features several key stops: Addo Elephant National Park for wildlife viewing Tsitsikamma National Park for outdoor activities Knysna for its lagoon and the Heads Oudtshoorn for ostrich farms and caves and the Winelands region before Cape Town. Accommodations often include stays at places like Housemartin Guest Lodge in Oudtshoorn and Blackheath Lodge in Cape Town. A TourRadar traveler highlighted that "The combination of elephants at Addo spectacular coastal scenery at Tsitsikamma and wine tasting in Stellenbosch made for an incredible journey filled with diverse experiences."

• What are the typical tour lengths for trips from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

  Most tours run between 4-12 days with 8-9 days being the sweet spot for experiencing the route properly. G Adventures runs a popular 9-day Garden Route tour with stays at hotels like Radisson Blu in Port Elizabeth while premium options such as Exodus Adventures offer 12-day itineraries with extended time in Cape Town and wine regions. As one TourRadar traveler noted "It was a wonderful trip with so much to see and do from day one to the end allowing enough time to experience each destination properly."