Garden Route Tours for Solo Travelers
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- Cape Town to the Garden Route - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
- 5 Day Garden Route Adventure Including Addo
- South Africa's Garden Route
- 3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
- Garden Route Splendour
- 10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
- Cape Town and Garden Route Adventure Tour
- Cape Town and Garden Route
- Cape Town, Garden Route and Eastern Cape
- 11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Explorer
Cape Town to the Garden Route - Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We saw an interesting variety of terrain and Mankind's use of that terrain.”
Brenda, traveled in January
Craft beer tastings in Wilderness and Tenikwa Wildlife Center visits unite independent spirits. Memorable moments shared at Knysna Waterfront and Plettenberg Bay beach walks.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, Plettenberg 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$1,386
5 Day Garden Route Adventure Including Addo
6 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
- NZ$1,302
South Africa's Garden Route
34 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Thank you for a lovely trip.”
Paul, traveled in January
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
3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
83 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing tour customized to our needs! Accommodation was great, and the trip generally high value for the price.”
Roosa, traveled in December
Duration 3 days Destinations Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Wilderness National Park, Sedgefield Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Hotspots2c From
21% Off- NZ$672
Garden Route Splendour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The roads, history, and places along the tour were very well-educated.”
Lars, traveled in February
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
21% Off- NZ$2,457
10 day Cape & Garden Route Combo - optional accommodation
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good tour, amazing landscapes.”
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
21% Off- NZ$2,359
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 $3,535
15% Off- NZ$3,005You save $530
The Garden Route comes alive as travelers unite at Knysna's lagoon and Tsitsikamma's forests. Blackwaters River Lodge and Village Break offer welcoming stays for solo adventurers seeking South Africa's coastal treasures.
Duration 12 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Simon's Town, Kalk Bay, Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschhoek, Hermanus, OudtshoornSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator ATC Group From $14,153
20% Off- NZ$11,322You save $2,831
Duration 12 days Destinations Cape Town, Table Mountain, Hout Bay, Simon's Town, Kalk Bay, Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschhoek, Hermanus, L'AgulhasSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator ATC Group From $17,055
20% Off- NZ$13,644You save $3,411
11 Days Cape Town, Garden Route & Kruger Explorer
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The safari was incredible and the activities were great. This tour company is very fast at responding and organized everything well.”
Monica, traveled in January
Duration 11 days Destinations Cape Town, Simon's Town, Sedgefield, Knysna, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range Ages 10+ Group Size Max Group Size 13 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Cape Xtreme From $4,388
5% Off- NZ$4,169You save $219
What people love about touring Garden Route solo
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
Thanks to Handre for an excellent tour.
- Explore The Garden Route- Chauffeur Drive Tour: 4 Days
Paul was an excellent tour guide and was really friendly and knowledgeable. He helped make space for a few extra things when I said I was into more outdoorsy stuff (kayaking at kynsna was amazing, and hiked a small part of the otter trail) so I had a great time and feel I saw most of the highlights of the garden route in a short space of time. I saw this under the "group trips for solo travellers" section of the website but turned out to be the only traveller in the group - it would have been nice to have met some other people, but it was a last minute booking so not complaining, just expected there might have been a few other people travelling too! The Garden Route is lovely; really green and great for plant life, with amazing beaches, and is a very laid back and relaxed part of South Africa. All the places I stayed on the tour were lovely, clean, and comfortable.
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."