Plan Harmony

Itinerary

Day 1: Cape Town – Oudtshoorn

Stop At: Oudtshoorn, 6625, South Africa
Begin with a pickup from your central Cape Town hotel, and then travel in a private vehicle to the Western Cape. Gaze out at the awe-inspiring scenery along Route 62, which meanders through the desert region of Klein Karoo as well as countryside and coastal areas from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. The journey takes between five to six hours, but several stops are factored in so you can stretch your legs, take photos and eat. After venturing through the landscape of rugged plains and towering cliffs, stop in Oudtshoorn, the region’s principle town, so-called ‘ostrich capital,’ and your base for the night.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The Cango Caves, 328 Approximately 30km (19 miles) from town on the R, Oudtshoorn 6625 South Africa
Drop your bags at your accommodation, and then either book an additional 4x4 bush safari sunset game drive at nearby Buffelsdrift Game Lodge or enjoy a visit to Cango Caves for a tour into the depths of the caves and wander along the subterranean pathways, admiring towering stalactite and stalagmite formations. Your evening is then spent at your leisure, perhaps discovering the nightlife and restaurants of Oudtshoorn.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight: 3-Star Baron van Reede Guesthouse or 4-star Buffelsdrift Lodge accommodation or similar in Oudtshoorn

Day 2: Oudtshoorn – Sedgefield/ Knysna

Stop At: Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - Activities, Cango Caves Road, Oudtshoorn 6620 South Africa
Check out of your Oudtshoorn accommodation in the morning, and take part in an optional orphaned "elephant observation with nature walk’’ experience (own expense) at a nearby reserve as you join a ranger and walk alongside these gentle giants in their natural environment. Their parents were poached in the Kruger National Park, and in efforts to keep this family together; the herd was hand-reared and now roam in the vast Cango Valley at the Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve. Every morning and late afternoon, they eagerly report to the waterhole to walk alongside their human caregivers. Visitors are welcome to join and experience these loveable creatures’ caring nature in the wild Karoo setting from a reasonable distance.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Garden Route (Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Wilderness) National Park, Dumbleton Road, Knysna 6571 South Africa
Relax on a scenic coastal drive, enjoying views of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Nature’s Valley, before arriving at Bloukrans Bridge, one of the world’s highest bungee sites. Standing 709 feet (216 meters) above the Bloukrans River, the bridge is the perfect place to face your fears with an optional bungee jump (own expense). Alternatively, set your adrenaline rushing by watching the jumpers take the leap instead. If jumping of bridges is not for you, rather explore the nearby Tsitsikamma National Park with a short easy hike to the surrounding forests.

Stop At: Kaaiman's River, Wilderness South Africa
After a leisurely journey along Route 62 to the Wilderness area, take to the water on a 1- to 2-hour canoe ride with a local guide, and paddle along a calm river that winds its way through verdant forests.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Sedgefield, Sedgefield, County Durham, England
Then, travel to the coastal town of Sedgefield area, check in to your overnight accommodation and spend the evening as you wish. Perhaps go for a dip in the Indian Ocean and then watch the sun slip behind the horizon.

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight: 3-star Fairy Knowe Riverside lodge or 4-star Knysna Quays Hotel, Dover on Sea or similar

Day 3: Knysna/Sedgefield – Cape Town

Stop At: Botlierskop Private Game Reserve, Gonnakraal Road, Little Brak River, 6503, South Africa
Depart from your accommodation in the morning and begin the journey back to Cape Town, stopping along the way to enjoy most of your activities of the tour your last day of adventure. Arrive first at a private game reserve for a 2-hour 4x4 game drive to see some most of Africa’s famous Big Five. Look out for African elephants, Cape buffaloes, lions and rhinos. Giraffes, antelopes, zebras and wildebeests are just some of the other animals you may see as well. Just when you thought your bush experience couldn’t get any better, you’ll hop off your safari vehicle for an up close and personal encounter with nature on a tranquil bush walk. Follow your game ranger as you track wildlife through the coastal renosterveldt and Cape fynbos, keep an eye out for animal tracks, and learn about the medicinal value of the plants around you as you walk. Then, it’s back to your private vehicle for the final leg of the return journey to Cape Town. Finish your 3-day experience with a hotel drop-off in the evening.

- The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion, run in a different order.
- This tour will run exclusively run for you. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to spend more time at the tour’s highlights that interest you the most. Do contact us after booking the tour to let us know if you would prefer any changes of the tour.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Africa Select Journeys, 13a Gardner Williams Ave Paardevlei, Cape Town Central 7710 South Africa
- This private tour will run exclusively run for you. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to spend more time at the tour’s highlights that interest you the most or swop for alternative options. This is a private tour running exclusively for you or your group.
- Do contact us during of after the booking process to let us know if you would prefer any changes to the tour and we can suggest an updated itinerary and cost estimate if there are any additional charges.

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by private vehicle
• English-speaking professional tour guide
• 4x4 Botlierskop Group Safari
• Wilderness Canoeing Experience
• Cango Caves Group Tour
• 2 nights Accommodation + 2 breakfasts
• 2x Breakfast
• Accommodation included: 2 nights
• Entry/Admission - Kaaiman's River
• Entry/Admission - Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

• Meals and drinks not mentioned
• Bungy jump and zipline (about R1350)
• Elephant Observation Nature Walk (about R600)

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Optional activities are subject to weather conditions and cannot be guaranteed
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult
• 44lbs (20kg) luggage allowance per person
• According to availability at time of booking, accommodation will be in the mentioned hotel or in one of a similar standard and star rating.
• The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion, run in a different order.
• This is a private tour and your transfers will run exclusively for you. Scheduled activities will join groups on tour. Feel free to contact in advance to request possible changes to ensure you visit the highlights that interest you the most.
• Rates (per person) are calculated on 2 people per room sharing. If a single or uneven number of people book, the package rate will add a single supplement fee for the extra person that will overnight in a separate private ensuite room.
• Personal comprehensive travel insurance is excluded and recommended
• Most travelers can participate
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• Personal comprehensive travel insurance is excluded and recommended to protect you against unexpected trip cancellation, lost or damage of personal items and other travel related claims.
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.