Garden Route Tours for Solo Travelers
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- 4 day Garden Route's Best Selection Micro Group Tour from Cape Town
- Beauty of Cape Town, Adventure of Garden Route And Thrilling Addo
- Garden Route & Cape Explorer: 10 Days of Beauty & Adventure
- 5 Day Garden Route Adventure Including Addo
- Garden Route Experience 3D/2N
- Cape Town and the Garden Route - Premium Adventure
- The Garden Route - 8 days
- Private Cape Town Guided Vacation - 5 Days
- Garden Route to Cape Town: Coast, Wildlife & Wine in 10 Days
- Discover South Africa's Garden Route
4 day Garden Route's Best Selection Micro Group Tour from Cape Town
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The scenery was stunning, accommodation amazing and the safaris and tours gave us very close up views of the incredible wildlife.”
Susan, traveled in November
Small groups of maximum 8 travelers share Garden Route's magic during Wilderness National Park hikes and Knysna Lagoon cruises. Window seats guaranteed, with memorable game drives at Botlierskop Reserve.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cape Town, Hermanus, L'Agulhas, Knysna, Wilderness National Park, Oudtshoorn Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Hotspots2c From
- NZ$2,336
Duration 9 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Addo Elephant National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Tsitsikamma National Park, Sedgefield, Wilderness National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $5,262
6% Off- NZ$4,946You save $316
Garden Route & Cape Explorer: 10 Days of Beauty & Adventure
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The transport was so efficient and reliable. We really enjoyed the stay at the Hotels.”
Allycia, traveled in December
Knysna's lagoon and Tsitsikamma's forests set the stage for group activities. Oudtshoorn's ostrich farms and Addo's elephant sanctuary offer unique encounters. Single rooms at Simola Hotel and Tsitsikamma Village Inn include communal dining.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, Simon's Town, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, George, Knysna, Plettenberg BaySee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in English, German Group Size Max Group Size 20 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator T.S TOURS From
6% Off- NZ$5,209
5 Day Garden Route Adventure Including Addo
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Such a wonderful experience. Long hours but so much to see so it was worth it.”
Trisha, traveled in June
Intimate groups bond along the Garden Route, taking in Wilderness's 'Map of Africa' lookout and Knysna Heads. Fellow adventurers unite during game drives and authentic ostrich braai dinners in Oudtshoorn.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Stormsrivier, Wilderness National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Addo Elephant National Park, Albertinia, HermanusSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Bokbus Garden Route Adventure Tours & Safaris From
6% Off- NZ$1,247
Cango Caves and Wilderness National Park reveal their secrets. Touws River canoeing and game drives bring groups together. Optional Bloukrans Bridge bungee jumping adds excitement.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Sedgefield Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 20 Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Bamba Travel From
6% Off- NZ$724
Premium properties along South Africa's Garden Route offer single rooms for independent travelers. Robberg Nature Reserve walks, De Hoop Nature Reserve wildlife viewing, and Fig Tree restaurant dinners create lasting bonds.
Duration 12 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Stormsrivier, Tsitsikamma National Park, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Mossel Bay, Hermanus, Stellenbosch, Simon's Town, Table MountainSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $10,513
9% Off- NZ$9,570You save $943
The Garden Route - 8 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“My trip was absolutely incredible. Every stop was worthwhile and every accommodation blew me away they were so nice.”
Shannon, traveled in September
Duration 8 days Destinations Cape Town, Hermanus, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Addo Elephant National Park, Port Elizabeth Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Shared Operator Encounters Travel From
9% Off- NZ$1,915
Private Cape Town Guided Vacation - 5 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“They are simply the best.”
Munyah, traveled in August
Private guides showcase Table Mountain, Chapman's Peak Drive, and Cape Point Nature Reserve. Bo-Kaap cooking classes and Stellenbosch wine tastings complement stays at The Bay Hotel Camps Bay.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, Simon's Town, Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Hermanus Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator T.S TOURS From
9% Off- NZ$2,184
Garden Route to Cape Town: Coast, Wildlife & Wine in 10 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“I would love you guys to have a good tour which comes with a good service like what we experienced!”
Tafadzwa, traveled in July
Shared activities at Storms River Mouth, Knysna Lagoon cruises, and Plettenberg Bay beaches highlight this coastal route. Single rooms at Tsitsikamma Village Inn provide comfort between group dining and guided outings.
Duration 10 days Destinations Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma National Park, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, George, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay, Hermanus, Stellenbosch, Cape TownSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in English, German Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator T.S TOURS From
9% Off- NZ$5,377
Duration 10 days Destinations Cape Town, Hermanus, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Port Elizabeth, Stormsrivier Age Range Ages 16+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
9% Off- NZ$5,940
What people love about touring Garden Route solo
- Garden Route Splendour
Very good tour with excellent guide.
- Cape Town & Beyond - 6 Days
Excellent Tour - Memorable trip thanks to brilliant customer service by Paul!! Our first ever trip to South Africa so we were anxious. Our tour guide and drive Paul was absolutely outstanding. Very punctual, very knowledgeable, very kind and courteous, and very caring. Extremely careful driver, he drove us to various sightseeing areas, gave us all the background information and pointed out the highlights to look for. Accommodation was generally pretty good with lovely hosts. Overall, we can't thank Paul enough for taking such good care of us that we felt that Paul was a family member driving us on the tour!! Highly recommended!!
- Garden Route, Safari & Winelands
We had a wonderful trip, enjoyed every minute of it. Highly recommend it.
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."