A guide to the most popular highlights, attractions and things to do when traveling along the Garden Route of South Africa.
Discover the Garden Route, South Africa’s most iconic coastal journey. From whale watching and forest hikes to charming seaside towns and hidden gems, our travel articles showcase the best attractions and experiences along this unforgettable route.
Explore Garden Route attractions, from whale watching in Plettenberg Bay and lagoon cruises in Knysna to hiking the Tsitsikamma forest and exploring caves in Oudtshoorn.
Picturesque towns like Wilderness, Mossel Bay, and George add to the route’s appeal, offering everything from adventure activities to quiet coastal escapes.
Whether you’re interested in nature, wildlife, culture, or cuisine, our Garden Route travel articles highlight the best attractions, insider tips, and must-visit stops along this world-famous route.
For the ultimate in adrenalin pumping experiences, face your fears and jump off the Garden Route's Bloukrans Bridge in the World's highest b...
One of Oudtshoorn's most popular tourist attractions and adventure activities, the Cango Wildlife Ranch is a magical world of strange, uniqu...
Stretching along the southern Cape coast is the Garden Route, a place of rare beauty and wild adventure and one of South Africa's great natu...
The Cape's Secret Garden - South Africa's famous Garden Route has a therapeutic mix of beach, nature reserve and inland retreat to satisfy a...
A leisurely two-day circular trail of 15 kilometres takes the ambler through the remains of indigenous forest, rich in yellowwood and wild o...
The Garden Route is one of the most popular tourism destinations in South Africa. Offering a variety of attractions for both young and old, ...
Gansbaai, translated as Goose Bay, is situated along the Southern Cape Coast, about 160km from Cape Town. This landmark destination serves a...
One of South Africa's most popular tourism regions, visitors to the Garden Route can enjoy a number of exciting adventure activities that ar...
The Eastern Cape Province of South Africa is considered by many to be scenically the most beautiful and with its plethora of Big Five game r...
With a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, the Eastern Cape's Jeffreys Bay is a surfer's mecca and is considered one of the top surfing locatio...
Knysna, a place of remarkable beauty, is pristinely situated on the coast. The area is famous for its luxuriant forests, breathtaking ocean ...
Knysna is one of the Southern Cape coasts best known holiday destinations, situated between lush forests and the shores of the peaceful lago...
We find ourselves in the lap of luxury at Lake Pleasant, a retreat where we can be together as a family and replenish our worn-out bodies an...
Some national parks to be found along the Garden Route include Addo Elephant National Park, Mountain Zebra National Park, Shamwari Game Rese...
From adventure activities to animal encounters, there's something here for everyone. Here are some of our top activities around Plettenberg ...
Port Elizabeth is known as South Africa's “Friendly City”, not only because of its vibrant, friendly residents, but also due to its loca...
Shark Cage Diving is probably the safest way to see a Great White. Not only is this an opportunity of a lifetime but it's a chance to learn ...
If you are looking for an exciting adventure activity while exploring Oudtshoorn in the Garden Route, make sure you do not miss the chance t...
Say goodbye to your comfort zone, you're about to OD on undiluted adrenalin. We hope you have a head for heights because there's abseiling a...
The Knysna Oyster Festival is a 10 day annual festival every July in the popular tourist town of Knysna on the Western Cape's Garden Route...
South Africa's Garden Route is a popular hiking destination. Offering a number of exquisite hiking trails that lead one through magnificent ...
Activities and Events along the Garden Route include Cango Ostrich Farm tours, visiting the Klein Karoo National Arts festival, Whale Watchi...
The Wild Oats Community Market is an award winning farmer's market that occurs every Saturday on the outskirts of Sedgefield along the Garde...