Garden Route Tours for Solo Travelers
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- Garden Route Uncovered
- Garden Route Splendour
- Explore the Garden Route from Port Elizabeth - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
- 10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
- Cape Town and Garden Route Adventure Tour
- South Africa's Garden Route
- CAPE SCENIC SAFARI - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 5 Days
- Explore The Garden Route- Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
- Winelands & Garden Route for Wine Lovers - Chauffeur Drive Tour 5 Days
- Cape Town - Garden Route - Addo Chauffeur Drive Tour: 6 Days
Garden Route Uncovered
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour ran very efficiently and smoothly. The hotels were all very comfortable and in excellent locations.”
Catherine, traveled in November
Intimate groups of 2-12 people share sunset cruises on Knysna Lagoon and whale watching in Hermanus. Cango Caves tours and visits to Barrydale's rural school create meaningful connections.
Duration 5 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus, Cape Town Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cullinan Guided Journeys From
- NZ$2,312
Garden Route Splendour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent guide. Very good tour.”
George, traveled in September
The Garden Route beckons solo wanderers with magical sunset cruises on Knysna Lagoon, fascinating Cango Caves visits, and wine tastings in Klein Karoo. Private rooms await at La Plume Guest House and Rex Hotel.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, L'Agulhas, Swellendam, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Stormsrivier, Port Elizabeth Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cullinan Guided Journeys From
- NZ$2,466
Explore the Garden Route from Port Elizabeth - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Had a great time. Fred and Karen were excellent hosts.”
Jeff, traveled in June
Small groups traverse from Bloukrans Gorge to Knysna Heads, making memories at Karusa wine tastings and Cango Caves tours. Welcoming 4-star lodges provide comfortable rest stops along the way.
Duration 4 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay, George Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
- NZ$913
10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Beautiful experience in a wanderful land (better in spring).”
Raffaella, traveled in July
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Hout Bay, Simon's Town, Stellenbosch, Table Mountain, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Hotspots2c From
- NZ$2,367
Dolphins play at Ocean Blue Adventures while wine flows along Route 62. Comfortable single stays at Wilderness Hotel and On The Beach Guest House provide perfect retreats.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Wilderness National Park, Knysna, Addo Elephant National Park, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Amatungulu Tour From $3,546
15% Off- NZ$3,014You save $532
South Africa's Garden Route
34 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Wonderful experience of the Cape of South Africa's rich and varied cultural heritage, beautiful coast line, exotic fauna and wildlife.”
JontyProut, traveled in February
Tsitsikamma National Park's canopy walks and Plettenberg Bay's dolphin watching await. Wine tasting in Stellenbosch and Addo elephant safaris round out the adventure. For travelers aged 5+.
Duration 12 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Betty's Bay, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Addo Elephant National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore! From $4,490
21% Off- NZ$3,550You save $940
CAPE SCENIC SAFARI - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 5 Days
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We saw so much of South Africa in just six days. All of the accommodations were clean and spacious.”
Helen, traveled in October
Wild beauty of Knysna Heads and Nature's Valley awaits solo adventurers. Average age 49 travelers join communal activities with freedom for personal exploration.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, L'Agulhas, Stellenbosch Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
21% Off- NZ$1,872
Explore The Garden Route- Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places where we stayed were beautiful and comfortable. We had choices for food, and we even tried eating ostrich.”
Marta, traveled in February
Knysna Heads and Cango Caves welcome independent spirits. Average age 29 travelers share moments at Tenikwa Wildlife Center and Nature's Valley forest walks.
Duration 4 days Destinations George, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
21% Off- NZ$1,063
Winelands & Garden Route for Wine Lovers - Chauffeur Drive Tour 5 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Visited places/sites we would not have found on our own. Same with the guest houses.”
Adela, traveled in November
Whale watching in Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley forest walks bring solo travelers together. Wine tastings and scenic drives shared with 2-8 like-minded companions.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn, Witfontein Nature Reserve, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, George Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
21% Off- NZ$1,515
Intimate groups of 2-8 companions visit Knysna Heads, Nature's Valley forests, and Plettenberg Bay. Average age 48 travelers enjoy single rooms in 4-star lodges and social gatherings at local wineries.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Addo Elephant National Park, Port Elizabeth Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Explore South Africa From
21% Off- NZ$1,895
What people love about touring Garden Route solo
- South Africa's Garden Route
We would have liked more time at Addo Elephant reserve to experience as dusk safari. Round the bend, while it was interesting it was a bit of stopover as we where unable to make use of their water/rafting facilities due to limited time and the low water at this time of year. Stellenbosch time was just to limited. Meaning we where unable to experience the beautiful architecture as well as the museum and gardens and wine tasting.
I made a trip with Hotspots in december 2016 through the Garden Route. It was an terrific trip, not only because of the places and landscapes, but the van was very comfortable and our guide (Liezel De Klerk) was really amazing.
3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
- 10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
Handre was super informative of the land and had lots of cool stories.
What our customers ask about Garden Route Tours for Solo Travelers
What percentage of travelers on Garden Route tours are solo travelers?
Tour data shows 30-45% of Garden Route visitors travel solo. The Garden Route Splendour tour attracts 45% solo travelers while the Garden Route & Safari tour sees 40% individual bookings. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "There was a good mix of couples and singles in our group which made for great dynamics and nobody ever felt left out."
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to visit the Garden Route?
September through November and March through May offer the best conditions for solo travel with mild weather and a good mix of visitors without peak season crowds. These shoulder months draw higher numbers of solo travelers with September and October seeing 58% solo bookings. Spring brings wildflowers to Tsitsikamma making it an especially good time to visit.
How much free time is typically available for solo exploration on Garden Route tours?
Most tours provide 2-3 hours of independent exploration daily especially in stops like Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. Hotels like the Rex in Knysna and Windsor in Hermanus offer central locations perfect for exploring. According to one traveler: "The schedule had perfect balance - enough group time to bond but also free time to explore on my own or with new friends from the tour."
What single supplement cost for Garden Route tours?
Single room supplements range from USD 150-300 based on accommodation type and season. Properties like La Plume Guest House in Oudtshoorn and Rex Hotel in Knysna have single rooms available. To avoid extra costs some tours offer room sharing as one traveler notes: "The accommodation arrangements were great and I was matched with a compatible roommate which helped save on costs."
What activities along the Garden Route are best suited for solo travelers?
Social activities abound from Stellenbosch wine tastings to Knysna Lagoon cruises and guided safaris at Addo Elephant Park. The Cango Caves tours and visits to Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary naturally bring groups together. A past visitor shared: "The group activities were perfectly organized to help everyone mingle naturally especially during the Knysna sunset cruise where we all bonded over drinks and dolphin watching."
How safe is it to travel solo on a Garden Route guided tour?
Guided tours provide a secure way to explore with experienced guides and organized group activities. Properties like City Lodge Hotel at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town and Rex Hotel in Knysna offer safe locations with round-the-clock staff. As one traveler said: "I felt completely safe throughout the tour - our guide was incredibly attentive and the group dynamic provided an extra sense of security."