Itinerary
- Day 1
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
You'll arrive in Gqeberha and connect with your CEO and the rest of the group. The afternoon brings a guided walk around town so you can get oriented to the area. Later, there's an optional dinner if you want to join everyone for the first meal together.
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Gqeberha CEO-led Orientation
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
- Day 2
Addo Elephant National Park
Start early for a safari drive through Addo Elephant National Park, where you'll look for rhinos, lions, buffalo, leopards, and elephants. You'll have a picnic breakfast out in the bush before the drive wraps up in the afternoon. After that, grab lunch on your own and spend the evening relaxing back in Gqeberha.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Picnic breakfast in the bush)
Included Activities
- Addo Elephant National Park Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks/POIs Addo Elephant National Park - Day 3
Gqeberha to Tsitsikamma National Park
Following breakfast, you'll drive to Tsitsikamma National Park along the Garden Route. The morning hike takes you down the Mouth Trail with your CEO, and you'll walk a winding boardwalk through the forest. In the afternoon, head out on the Big Tree walk to see an 800-year-old Yellowwood tree surrounded by indigenous forest. The evening is yours to spend however you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Storms River Mouth Trail - Tsitsikamma National Park
- Big Tree Walk - Garden Route
Landmarks/POIs Tsitsikamma National Park Storms River Mouth - Day 4
Tsitsikamma
You have the entire day free in Tsitsikamma. If you want to stay active, choose from the Woodcutters' Journey, a tree canopy tour, seasonal whale watching, or whitewater tubing. Otherwise, just relax and take it easy. The group gathers for dinner back at the hotel this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Tsitsikamma Woodcutters Journey
- Tree Canopy Tour
- Seasonal Whale Watching Excursion
- Whitewater Tubing
Landmarks/POIs Tsitsikamma National Park - Day 5
Tsitsikamma to Knysna
This morning, head to Robberg Nature Reserve for coastal scenery and hiking. You'll walk the Gap Circuit and learn about the geological history from Gondwanaland's breakup. Then you'll travel to Knysna where your CEO leads an orientation covering the waterfront, town centre, shops on Thesen Island, and the Knysna Forest. The afternoon is open for you to relax or wander around on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Robberg Nature Reserve Visit
- Knysna CEO-led Orientation Tour
Landmarks/POIs Robberg Nature Reserve Knysna Forest - Day 6
Knysna
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll go to the Knysna Heads, which form the entrance to the Knysna River Estuary. Walk along the cliff-side pathways and learn about the area's significance to local communities. From there, the day is yours. Consider taking an optional oyster tour since the region is known for its oysters.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Knysna Heads Visit
Optional Activities
- Knysna Oyster Tour
Landmarks/POIs Knysna Heads - Day 7
Knysna to Franschhoek
Rise early for the scenic drive from Knysna to Franschhoek. You'll stop in the harbour town of Mossel Bay to see the lighthouse and walk around. The route takes you through Tradouw Pass and into Gatplaats Nature Reserve for a short walk with hill views, then through Barrydale. Lunch is at a local restaurant with wine tasting before you arrive in Franschhoek for dinner on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Outdoor lunch at a local restaurant in Barrydale with wine tasting)
Included Activities
- Knysna to Barrydale via Mossel Bay, Gatplaats Nature Reserve, & Tradouw Pass
- Barrydale Vineyard Visit
Landmarks/POIs Mossel Bay Lighthouse Tradouw Pass Gatplaats Nature Reserve - Day 8
Franschhoek
Start with a CEO-led walk down Franschhoek's main street. After that, the day opens up for optional activities like a guided bike tour in Stellenbosch, a history and art tour, or visiting one of the region's celebrated wineries. You'll have dinner on your own this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Franschhoek CEO-led Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Guided Bike Tour - Stellenbosch
- History and Art Tour
- Winery Visit
Landmarks/POIs Franschhoek - Day 9
Franschhoek to Cape Town
This morning you'll leave the winelands and drive toward Cape Town. Along the way, you'll hike up Signal Hill to see the Noon Gun, one of Cape Town's oldest traditions, and take in views of the city and its landmarks. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Cape Town on your own before an optional group dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Signal Hill Hike
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Signal Hill - Day 10
Cape Town
After breakfast, head to Table Mountain and ride the cable car up to the top. You'll explore the area on hiking trails with great views before riding back down. The afternoon is free for optional activities around the city. Tonight there's a group dinner to wrap up your time here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Table Mountain Visit via the Cable Car
Optional Activities
- Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes
- Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour
- Cape Point Explorer Day Tour
- West Coast Explorer Day Tour
- Group Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Table Mountain - Day 11
Cape Town Departure
You can depart whenever works best for your schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast
