(11 days, 10 nights, +-2 100 kilometres)
(Note: The following
itinerary is reversed when running the CT to DBN route)
Day
1
Depart from Durban Natal Command. The tour heads westwards
for the remote southern region of the Drakensberg. The afternoon
is spent setting up camp and receiving a detailed briefing
from your tour guide, including travel and camp tips, as well
as tour highlights and additional experiences that will be
on offer during the coming trip. (200 km)
Day
2
This morning we transfer to 4X4 vehicles for the incredible
ascent into Lesotho, via the Sani Pass. On this trip, you
will reach an altitude of 10 000 feet above sea level (2 800
metres) as you negotiate the numerous switchbacks and take
in the incredible views back down the valley. Once border
formalities into Lesotho (The Mountain Kingdom) have been
completed, drinks and lunch can be enjoyed at Sani Top Chalets,
site of “the highest pub in Africa” where lunch
will also be served, as you pluck up the courage for the descent
back into South Africa.
Day
3
Today is a long day, traveling through the Transkei and enjoying
the authentic sights of rural African life on the way to our
overnight camp. (496 km)
Day
4
After a leisurely start, we get closer to the beginning of
the Garden Route. Tonight we reach the Addo Elephant Park,
one of a few Big 7 parks. The African Big 5 are lion, leopard,
buffalo, rhino, and elephant. The Big 7 includes cheetah and
wild dog. (304 Km)
Day
5
Soon after sunrise, we head out to spot game and take advantage
of the great light and cool conditions that favour game viewing
and photography. Then it is time for lunch and then we travel
past Port Elizabeth and Jefferies Bay, reaching the beginning
of the Garden Route. Our camp for the next 2 nights will be
at the incredible Storms River Mouth in the Tsitsikamma Forest.
(247 Km)
Day
6
With so much to see and do, we spend the entire day at Storms
River. There are superb hiking trails in the forest, a visit
to the Big Tree and the option to experience the incredible
ride on the zip lines within the forest area.
Day
7
This morning, we break camp and travel to the Bloukrans Bridge
where the braver members of the team can take the ultimate
test and experience the highest commercial bungy jump in the
world. Alternatively, the can go for the Flying Fox, not as
demanding but a great thrill never-the-less.
Then we continue our travels, crossing the Outeniqua Mountains
via the spectacular Outeniqua Pass before reaching Oudsthoorn,
where we set up camp for the next 2 nights. (217 Km)
Day
8
What a day we have ahead! A trip to an ostrich farm, a visit
to the world-renowned Cango Caves and a visit to a wildlife
ranch where, amongst other things, you can choose to interact
with cheetah or “wet your pants” by getting into
a cage and being lowered into a pool of crocodiles! Put that
on your CV!
Day
9
Heading back towards the coast via the Robinson Pass, see
the scenery change again as we head for the picturesque fishing
village of Gans Baai. For those that are interested (and very
few aren’t), there is an opportunity in the afternoon
to book for what most people consider to be the highlight
of the trip... cage diving amongst the Great White sharks
of False Bay. (397 Km)
Day
10
For those going out on the boats, the day starts with a light
breakfast and a detailed briefing session. Then it is onto
the boats for what many people claim to be a life-changing
experience. The trip usually includes close-up encounters
with whales (depending on the time of year), dolphins and
Cape fur seals.
Day
11
Today, the tour heads through Hermanus and onto Cape Town,
where the tour officially ends. (200 Km)
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