Top Western Cape Safaris

Africa isn’t just famous for its land mammals, there are plenty of marine species to admire as well. On this full-day excursion, journey off the coast of Gansbaai in search of the “Marine Big Five”—whales, sharks, seals, penguins and dolphins. Afterward, warm up with homemade soup and bread at a local restaurant. You can also visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary before or after the tour.

Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve is home to an impressive number of free roaming safari animals, including the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. On this 2-hour game drive maximize your chances of spotting wildlife with a knowledgeable game ranger who knows exactly where to look at each time of the day and enjoy incredible views from an open safari vehicle.

This is a great choice for travelers visiting South Africa who want to spot the Big 5. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar routes by having a chauffeur to drive you around instead. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free adventure as accommodation, ground transportation, a barbecue and three safaris are included. You’ll save hours researching which safari parks to go to as a full itinerary is planned out for you, including Botlierskop Private Game Reserve.

This is a private tour from Cape Town to Aquila Private Game Reserve. The open vehicle will be with other guests visiting Aquila. The transfers from Cape Town to Aquila and back are private.

Get to know the marine environment of the Cape Town Atlantic Coastline on this boat tour from the V&A waterfront. Step aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a small group of just 10 people, which gives you personalized attention from the guide and allows time to ask questions. Look out for ocean-dwelling creatures and learn about ecosystem through informed commentary.

Experience an amazing Hot Air Balloon Flight in Africa's most spectacular winery region, with outstanding vineyards and mountains in the Cape Winelands, a leisurely 30 minute drive from Cape Town's CBD. It is a natural amphitheater, which makes it the perfect location for a ballooning tour: great views, native fauna and flora, excellent food and wine and stable weather. Let the breeze usher you along the corridors of grape vines and green pastures as you lose yourself in the breathtaking views of mountains that surround the valley. This region has excellent locally grown food/wine and makes for a brilliant experience in the Cape Town countryside

The best of the Garden Route, including Oudtshoorn and the Addo Elephant National Park Enjoy a 5 day adventure in what is known as “South Africa’s Eden”. The Garden Route is a lush area of exquisite natural beauty, which stretches along the south-eastern coast of South Africa from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape to the Storms River. This tour offers great variety and a wonderful “sampling” of all that South Africa has to offer: from wine tasting, to African safari, to bungee jumping for the brave (optional extra), exploring the renowned Cango Caves and much more.

Travel to Kariega Game Reserve, a Big 5 private safari reserve, with elephants, lions and leopards (approximately 6 hours). Upon arrival freshen up in the beautiful lodge before lunch. The experienced game rangers will then drive you out on safari this afternoon/ evening in an open game-drive vehicle, traversing the valleys, grassy plains and African bushveld to bring you close to the Big 5 and other game roaming freely in their natural habitat. The private reserve incorporates 10,000 hectares of pristine African wilderness, as well as two abundant rivers - the Kariega and the Bushmans rivers.

What makes this tour unique? Edit THE BEST OF ,AQUILA SAFARI GAME RESERVE OVERNIGHT Depart: 07:00 Return: 18:00 HIGHLIGHTS Including • Deluxe Accommodation overnight in Safari • Transportation from anywhere you will be in cape town • Two Course Game drive tour in Game reserve • First Game drive tour course afternoon Sunset tour • Travel Via The Wine Region & Klein Karoo • Fruit Growing Region Of Ceres • Welcome Drinks On Arrival • Relax Around The Pool In Summer • Lunch Under Trees In The Open-Air • Early Evening Game Drive • Bush Sunset With Big Cats

The early morning safari ensures that you get to be on the game drive as the animals start stirring. You need to be at Aquila Private Game Reserve no later than 07:00 am. The safari is led by an experienced guide who will share exciting inside stories and facts about your surroundings, easily rousing your inner wild side.

The Aquila combo safari combines a 2 to 3 hour game drive in an open safari vehicle and a 1.5 hour horseback , tasty buffet breakfast & lunch. Horseback safaris are alongside horseback safari specialists, who will demonstrate and show you the wild facts of this region. A slow walk across the plains or cantering at full throttle are options dependant on the skills of the other riders in the group. No experience is necessary.

Perfect for those with limited time, this tour transports you directly from Johannesburg/Pretoria to Pilanesberg Game Reserve for a morning safari. In a small group of no more than 15 people you will journey through the park in an open-top vehicle searching for the famed Big Five: Elephants, lions, leopards, rhino, and buffalo.

The Wild Coast is a stunning section of Eastern Cape coastline stretching from East London in the south to the border of KwaZulu-Natal in the north. It is the home of the Xhosa people and incorporates estuaries, sandy beaches, natural heritage sites, craggy cliffs, waterfalls, and rolling hills, providing spectacular scenery and real authentic traditional experiences... Have a 2 day tour of Cape Town where the best of the area will be showed to you, then the Garden Route where you visit the Cango Caves, Bungee Jump (optional), Addo Elephant Park game drive and night game drive, Eastern Cape Wild Coast, “The Hole in the Wall” Coffee Bay, sleep in a rural rondawel (hut) of a traditional Xhosa village, 4x4 via Sani Pass tour through Lesotho, traditional Basotho village, Nelson Mandela capture site at Howick etc. Please book this tour at least 60 days in advance. Travel ave 400 km/day. Itinerary is subjected to changes according to weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances

A Luxury Cape Town to Garden Route Journey Discover and experience the best of South Africa’s picturesque Garden Route during a 5-day round-trip from Cape Town where you will stay at luxury accommodation offering fine cuisine and personalized service, catering to the needs of the discerning traveler. Visit the Addo Elephant National Park where you can get close to elephants, big cats like lion, buffalo, black rhino, hyena, a variety of antelope and in the marine section, great white sharks and southern right whales, as this is one of the few reserves in the world housing the Big 7. Hike through lush forests and canoe on picture-perfect water. Unwind and soak in the sun on soft, sandy beaches for an unforgettable holiday. 20% discount for group bookings of 6 and more  Bookings have to be made at least 60 days in advance.

Guests will be picked up from the Hotel or the location of their choice at 7:45 am and depart to an afternoon safari situated approximately 130 km from the Mother City/Cape Town. Guests will drive through the N1 and pass the magnificent Huguenot Tunnel and edmire the marvelous contruction of the 1984 era before reaching the snow city of Worcester. After being mesmerised with splendid mountain views from all directions, you will arrive at a refreshment stop where you will have a chance to grab a cup of coffee or a drink before proceeding with the journey. Experience in passing the life of the local people in the areas of De Doorns as well as local farming life and food production sites before you are welcomed by friendly staff members standing on your way to the wild.

Cape Town activity at its best. On this boat trip we guarantee you the best possible views of Table Mountain and the Mother City. Get to see marine wildlife in their natural surroundings. Very often the friendly husky dolphins tend to play and follow the boat. During whale season you will be awed by the sightings of whales in the bay. The Clifton & Camps Bay boat trip is a true way to relax yet have fun at the time. Our guides are friendly and knowledgeable. If you require a translator, please message us and we will do our best to arrange for a translator (please note that this may incur additional costs).

Go on safari to see the Big Five — lion, elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros — on a 12-hour day trip from Cape Town. Travel just 2.5 hours outside the city to the Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve, where you'll range around in a 4x4 vehicle helmed by an experienced game ranger. After your safari, dig in to a buffet lunch unwind by the pool (summer) or around a cozy fire (winter).

Experience the best of the Western Cape wildlife on a private overnight safari trip from Cape Town. With personal attention from your private guide, visit two game reserves along the Garden Route to see some extremely endangered animal species. Enjoy a unique up-close meeting with African elephants at a private game reserve and look for some of Africa's ‘Big Five’ during a safari game drive. Choose from 3- or 4-star lodging in Oudtshoorn.

Go wild in the Western Cape on an overnight safari trip from Cape Town!  Travel off the beaten track to interact with wildlife and immerse yourself in the African bush. The Garden Route and Klein Karoo offer the perfect backdrop for a wildlife encounter. You’ll also visit the ostrich capital of the world and get a chance to try local delicacies, giving you a taste of authentic South African culture. This trip offers guided safaris in two prestigious private game reserves, a guided bush walk safari as well as a chance to walk alongside orphaned elephants. Visit the ostrich capital of the world and get a chance to try local delicacies for a taste of authentic South African culture. 

Get ready for the World’s Greatest Garden Route adventure weekend! Jammed packed with world record-breaking highlights...Really, we 're not joking! Follow the world’s largest land mammal, meet the world's largest flightless bird, jump off the world’s highest bungy bridge and zip along the world's longest over-ocean zipline above shark-infested waters. All this can be done and more on this action-packed expedition along the world-famous Garden Route.

Merging the great blue beasts of the ocean with the wild wanderers of the bushveld, this overnight coastal route safari is a quick escape from Cape Town to see most of the Big 5 animals in the malaria-free Botlierskop private game reserve, situated just 4,5 hours from Cape Town. Day one starts with a visit to the adorable African penguins at Betty's Bay, then spectacular seasonal (Jun-Oct) land-based whale watching along the Hermanus cliff paths or postcard views as you wind along with dramatic ocean scenes of Clarence drive. Immerse yourself in the comforts of your glamping tent accommodation, spotting free-roaming wildlife from your private wooden deck along the riverbed and end the night with an African inspired dinner under a twinkly starry sky. Rise before the sun with a 4x4 game drive to catch the bush as it awakes and after breakfast, get even closer to nature with the choice of a horseback safari or an indulgent bush spa treatment before heading back to Cape Town.

Iconic Cape Town sights and the legendary beauty of the Garden Route await you on this 10-day guided tour. Spend five days exploring Cape Town's top sights through a mix of organized sightseeing, a hop-on-hop-off City Sightseeing bus pass, and manageable free time. Then, continue with five days of touring the Garden Route's national parks and other top natural attractions, including the Cango Caves and optional surfing. This tour includes 9 nights of accommodation and all transportation and activities as per itinerary.

Enjoy the incredible food, scenery, wine, culture, and wildlife of the Western Cape during this 3-day luxury safari. Folow the Garden Route from Cape Town to the Gondwana Reserve and enjoy expansive views of the ocean horizons. You’ll also travel the Whale Route to Hermanus, one of the world's top land-based whale-watching sites.

See South Africa's wildlife on with this overnight glamping safari adventure trip from Cape Town. Overnight at 4-star Buffelsdrift Game Lodge, resting at the foothills of the majestic Swartberg mountains in one of their secluded, free-standing luxury tents – overlooking a nearby waterhole. Glamping in style with this unique bushveld experience in the heart of the Klein Karoo. Travel along the scenic Route 62 and keep a lookout to spot most of Africa's famous Big Five animals with two included 4x4 game drives at popular Western Cape game reserves, a guided walking safari as well as a chance to walk alongside orphaned elephants. Overnight in the ostrich capital of the world and get a chance to try local delicacies, giving you a taste of authentic South African culture. This small group tour is led by a local tour guide and ideal for couples, group of friends, families or solo travelers that only have a weekend to see the local wildlife.