Winelands, Overberg and Garden Route Tours
Winelands, Overberg and Garden Routes tours in South Africa are a great way to experience some of the country’s most beautiful locations as well as a chance to taste some wine and get a little whale watching done.
Constantia Valley
From a Hotel or Guesthouse in the Constantia Valley, holidaymakers can discover Cape Town’s most intimate wine route and learn about the history of the oldest wine-growing area in Southern Africa. The region is provides easy access to wine estates, beaches and the vibrant Cape Town Waterfront.
Exploring the wine farms of Constantia is a favoured activity of the area, however for a change of scenery and to learn more about South Africa’s heritage a visit to Table Mountain offers breathtaking views of Cape Town and a trip to Robben Island can add historical significance to your trip.
In fact, most of Cape Town’s many activities and attractions lie within 10 to 20 minutes of the Constantia Valley which makes it an excellent starting point for your Winelands, Overberg and Garden Route tour.
Western Cape Nature Reserves
From Constantia Valley holidaymakers can make their way to Hermanus which lies 130km from Cape Town to enjoy magnificent beaches, cliff walks and nature trails through beautiful reserve areas.
There are several nature reserves in the area that are a must for hikers. The Overberg also offers golfing and spectacular seasonal land-based whale watching opportunities for those looking to do a little bit more than just relax on one of many beaches in the area.
The Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is an award-winning hillside sanctuary is set above Walker Bay and guests can find luxury sea-facing suites at the Garden and Forest Lodges. 4×4 drives, horse and hiking trails through forests and fynbos, coastal walks and boat tours to view seals, white sharks and African Penguins are on offer for the active visitor.
The De Hoop Nature reserve offers an ecological treasure trove of dunes, vlei, and rare fauna and flora within a marine reserve. Accommodation can be found at the Opstal Manor House which has been beautifully restored to providing luxury living for six.
Garden Route Tour
The Garden Route is a spectacularly picturesque drive along one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in South Africa. The scenic route to Knysna and Plettenberg Bay is approximately 500km from Cape Town. It is well worth the journey to experience this paradise of bird and marine life, indigenous forests, fynbos and beautiful rivers.
From Knysna one can take a cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, enjoy a trailer ride to the top of the Western Head and return for lunch under milkwood trees.
It is an ideal launch point from which to explore the beauty of the Garden Route and to round out your Winelands, Overberg and Garden Routes tour.
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