If you come to Cape Town, discover the Garden Route during several days is a must. Its panoramic landscapes are breathtaking and you can do many activities such as discover National Parks, sunbathing on the beach, encouter animals,… However, you can also choose to try more unusual experiences. Discover our 5 original activities on the Garden Route to live a very memorable trip.
Elephant Bush Walk
At the Buffelsdrift Game Lodge, live the extraordinary adventure to walk with the biggest animal on earth: elephant! In addition to the walk, you will be able to touch them and feed them. A stroll “trunk in hand” is an unforgettable experience. Moreover, the healers will teach you the background of the elephants that you are going to meet and help you to understand their behavior.
Animal lovers will fall in love and the others you will succomb to the charm of these smart creatures for sure!
Waterfall Zipline
In the foret of the Tsitsikamma National Park, don’t miss the opportunity to try the Waterfall Zipline. The process counts eight ziplines with different highs and lengths. The highest will bring you 50 meters above the park and the longer last 211 meters. During each crossing, you can choose your speed and even stop midway to look at the breathtaking scenery like waterfalls, flowers or even animals. Rise above is a fantastic opportunity to discover the Tsitsikamma National Park like anyone else and have a different view of the beautiful flaura and fauna. At the end of the tour, you can even buy pictures of this memorable adventure.
Bungee Jumping
If you are a thrill seeker, this activity was made for you! Indeed, the 216-meter jump is one of the higgest in the world. You will also jump in a magnificent landscape, verdurous, with a river and very nearby the Indian Ocean. By the way, don’t forget to look at the view when you will be walking to the jumping area.
The staff is very professionnal and friendly. They know how to make you feel comfortable while you are facing your fear. Moreover, if one of your friends wants to go with you to the bridge but doesn’t jump, it is absolutely possible.
To know more about the feelings, come to see our experience of bungee jumping in video. You definitely can’t leave South Africa without try it!
Canoeing
At the Wilderness National Park, you can discover the park in an uncommon way: canoeing! It is probably the best way as you see more. You can explore wild places that walkers can’t even see. Moreover, it is a must for bird lovers as you are at the heart of nature. You can get very close to some beautiful animals that occupy the area.
If you like serenity and calm, this peaceful ride won’t disappoint you!
Cango Caves
Inland, the Cango Caves will allow you to see the mysteries and magic underground. There, discover vast halls with colorful ancient stalactictes. It makes us feel so small…
It is easily accessible thanks to walkways. If you feel more adventurous, you can also explore more narrow passages for a chalenging moment with family or friends.
It is truely an eye opener to see what nature is capable of!
Convinced? So, don’t wait any longer to discover the Garden Route with us during a 5-day tour and experiment these amazing experiences.