November 18, 2020
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South Africa’s most scenic road trip.
The name comes from the verdant and ecologically diverse vegetation encountered along the way, as well as the numerous lagoons and lakes dotted along the coast.
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South Africa – 13-Day Best of South Africa – Group Accommodated
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13 days
South Africa – 9-Day Garden Route & Safari Wonders – Group Accommodated
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9 days
South Africa – 6-day Colourful Cape Tour – Group Accommodated
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6 days
South Africa – 8-day Cape & Garden Route Low-Key – Private self-drive
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8 days
South Africa – 8-day Cape & Garden Route Deluxe – Private Self-drive
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8 days
South Africa – 8-day Cape & Garden Route Classic – Private Self-drive
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8 days
Why Visit Garden Route?
Adventure, charm, and natural beauty.
The Garden Route is also famous for its hardy fynbos floral kingdom, its secluded little bays and its year-round holiday frame of mind. Combining semi-desert and oceanic climates, with mild to warm summers, and mild to cool winters, it’s a great place to visit anytime of year. It has the mildest climate in South Africa and the second mildest climate in the world, after Hawaii, according to the Guinness Book of Records. Temperatures rarely fall below 10°C in winter and rarely climb beyond 28°C in summer.
- 🌀 Flexible Travel
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Explore independently on a self-drive or enjoy a tailored guided tour.
- 🌀 Coastal Charm
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Stay in boutique guesthouses in pretty seaside towns and tranquil forest retreats.
- 🌀 Outdoor Adventure
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Hike, kayak, zip-line, or simply relax on golden beaches.
Best Times to Visit the Garden Route
Mild climate, year-round appeal.
The Garden Route is also famous for its hardy fynbos floral kingdom, its secluded little bays and its year-round holiday frame of mind. Combining semi-desert and oceanic climates, with mild to warm summers, and mild to cool winters, it’s a great place to visit anytime of year. It has the mildest climate in South Africa and the second mildest climate in the world, after Hawaii, according to the Guinness Book of Records. Temperatures rarely fall below 10°C in winter and rarely climb beyond 28°C in summer.
- ➡ June to November
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Prime whale-watching season along the coast.
- ➡ December to February
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Warm summer weather, perfect for beaches and outdoor activities.
- ➡ March to May & September to October
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Quieter travel periods with mild conditions and fewer crowds.
Where Ocean, Forest, and Mountain Meet in Harmony
Experience the Wonders of Garden Route with a Custom Itinerary
Ready to explore South Africa’s most scenic coastal journey? Start planning your personalised Garden Route road trip with Indigo Safaris today.
Stories from South Africa’s Most Scenic Journey
Travel along the Garden Route through our collection of stories and travel inspiration. Discover when to go, what to see, and where to stop along this iconic stretch of South Africa’s southern coast. From whale watching in Hermanus and forest walks in Tsitsikamma to coastal drives through Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, explore why the Garden Route is one of the world’s most breathtaking road trips — where every turn reveals a new adventure.
Stories from South Africa’s Most Scenic Journey.
Hear from travellers who’ve experienced the Garden Route with Indigo Safaris. Their reflections reveal the charm, beauty, and unforgettable moments that make this region one of South Africa’s most loved adventures.
SOUTH AFRICA – SABI SAND SAFARI & GARDEN ROUTE SELF-DRIVE ADVENTURE
My husband and I travelled to South Africa recently and was looking for someone with hands on experience to help with organising/booking our trip. We came across Indigo Safaris and specifically dealt with Ines who was amazing. They run a very professional efficient business, replying within 24 hrs (even though we are in Australia and they Seychelles). All our bookings etc were fantastic and very much to our liking everything ran very smoothly and would not hesitate in using Indigo Safaris (Ines) again and highly recommend anyone else to use them.
Helen Nicholls
Cannot fault Indigo Safaris - highly recommend
South Africa: 19-day Cape Town, Garden Route & Madikwe Safari
This was my second trip through Indigo Safaris, after Papua New Guinea in August. It came about at the last minute as the coup in Madagascar cancelled a trip booked previously through another company. Christopher spring into action and put together a wonderful itinerary for a trip combining a self-drive along the Garden Route that was so much easier than I thought it would be, tours around Cape Town, and a safari to Madikwe before returning to the Cape.
The accommodations were excellent, and that was before we got an upgrade in Cape Town, the scenery so varied, and the wildlife stunning. I'm looking forward to seeing what can be put together for our next trip with more than one week's notice!
Nishard Abdeen
Absolutely fabulous
South Africa: Garden Route and Karoo Self-Drive
Totally awesome ! We had the best time and saw lots of birds, beautiful landscapes and we were very happy with the boutique hotels. driving was easy and fun, Klein Karoo and the meerkats were superb.
Judith Lindhorst
Totally awesome