5-Day Self-drive Garden Route Experience

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration

Arrive at Simbavati Fynbos on Sea Lodge and settle into your Classic Room. After lunch, explore the property on a guided walk, using the lodge's mountain bikes to navigate the trails. In the evening, enjoy a guided nature drive in an open safari vehicle as the sun sets, followed by a cozy dinner at the lodge.

Day 2: Protea Farm & Beach

Begin with a hearty breakfast before a guided visit to a nearby protea farm. After lunch, head to the beach with your provided beach kit. Unwind by the ocean, then return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Day 3: Marine Walk & Barge Cruise

After breakfast, take a guided beach and marine walk to explore the coastal environment. After lunch, enjoy a peaceful barge cruise on the waterways. End the day with dinner and a quiet evening at the lodge.

Day 4: Excursion & Kayaking

Set off after breakfast for a full-day excursion exploring the Garden Route. Return in the late afternoon and, if time permits, enjoy a guided kayaking session before dinner.

Day 5: Walk & Departure

On your final morning, take a guided walk through the surrounding fynbos, followed by breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, check out and depart, taking in the last moments of this coastal retreat.