Garden Route & Whale Coast Combo
From Hermanus whale watching to Addo elephants — the ultimate coastal safari
Tour Overview
Combine the famous Garden Route with the spectacular Whale Coast for the ultimate South African coastal experience. Start in Hermanus — the world's best land-based whale watching destination — then wind along the coast through Swellendam, Mossel Bay, Knysna, and Tsitsikamma to Addo. This extended journey covers the full spectrum of South Africa's southern coast.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Depart Cape Town and drive the stunning coastal road via Clarence Drive and Betty's Bay. Stop at Stony Point penguin colony — one of the few mainland African penguin colonies. Arrive in Hermanus for afternoon whale watching from the cliff path with a marine biologist guide.
Meals: Dinner
Interactive Route Map
What's Included
- 8 nights mid-range lodge and guesthouse accommodation
- Rental vehicle with GPS and full insurance
- Daily breakfast, 4 dinners
- Hermanus whale watching walk with marine biologist
- De Hoop Nature Reserve guided walk
- Knysna lagoon cruise
- Tsitsikamma guided forest walk
- Addo Elephant Park full-day guided safari
- All park entry fees
- 24/7 roadside assistance
Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Fuel costs (approx. $250 total)
- Shark cage diving (optional add-on $180pp)
- Bloukrans bungee (optional add-on $120pp)
- Lunches and drinks
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
How to Get There
Start from Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The route ends in Port Elizabeth (PLZ) — book open-jaw flights or one-way car rental. All roads tarred and well-maintained.
Best Time to Visit
June to November for whale watching in Hermanus. October to April for best Garden Route weather. September combines both — whale season with spring wildflowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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$3,200
per person sharing
No booking fees · Free cancellation up to 30 days
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