5-Day Self-drive Garden Route Experience

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Safari itinerary · Garden Route

5-Day Self-drive Garden Route Experience

Nestled in the Greater Knysna Area, overlooking the charming town of Sedgefield on South Africa's Garden Route, this eco haven beckons with its panoramic vistas of beaches, mountains, lagoons, and a lush fynbos landscape.

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From R 3 820 per person

Special offer available on selected dates.

Duration5 days
Your staySimbavati Fynbos On Sea
From, per personR 3 820

The journey

About this itinerary.

Nestled in the Greater Knysna Area, overlooking the charming town of Sedgefield on South Africa's Garden Route, this eco haven beckons with its panoramic vistas of beaches, mountains, lagoons, and a lush fynbos landscape.

Where you'll travel: Garden Route

Itinerary

Day 01

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.

Arrival & Exploration

Day 02

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.

Protea Farm & Beach

Day 03

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.

Marine Walk & Barge Cruise

Day 04

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.

Excursion & Kayaking

Day 05

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.

Walk & Departure

The complete package

Everything included.

Stay

Fynbos on Sea

  • 4 Nights in 4-star in Sedgefield, South Africa
  • Breakfast Daily

The same as booking direct

Rates and dates.

Per person sharing for the complete package. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 4 Jan 2026

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Green season

1 May 2026 – 30 Sept 2026

Special offer

R 3 820

per person · normally R 5 100

International flights excluded

Shoulder

1 Oct 2026 – 20 Dec 2026

Special offer

R 4 870

per person · normally R 6 500

International flights excluded

Festive

21 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027

R 5 100

per person

International flights excluded

The rate is for the complete package, per person sharing. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your specialist.

"Leigh-Ann was outstanding and very helpful in putting an itinerary together not just for a Safari but including internal flights and accommodation in Cape Town and all along the Garden Route. Would highly recommend using Safari.com for your South Africa trips especially if it is your first trip."
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