Mellow Cape Self-drive Safari

Cape Town * Winelands * Whale Coast * Little Karoo * Garden Route * Eastern Cape Safari

If the idea of a self-drive holiday in South Africa appeals, but you would prefer a route that feels relaxed rather than adventurous, this popular Mellow Cape itinerary is an excellent choice.

It’s the perfect road trip of you’re looking to combine the freedom of a self-drive with a comfortable pace, elegant places to stay and a gentle introduction to some of the Cape’s most rewarding regions.

Mellow Cape Self-Drive Luxury Safari at a Glance

• 3 nights Four Rosmead Boutique Guest Lodge, Cape Town, Bed & Breakfast
• 2 nights Oude Werf Hotel, Stellenbosch, Winelands, Bed & Breakfast
• 2 nights Mosaic Lagoon Lodge, Whale Coast near Hermanus, Full Board & selected Activities
• 1 night La Plume, Little Karoo, Bed & Breakfast
• 3 nights Fynbos on Sea, Superior room, Garden Route, Bed & Breakfast
• 2 nights Kariega River Lodge, Eastern Cape Safari, Full Board & Game Drives

Using premium accommodation, this road trip begins in Cape Town, South Africa’s captivating Mother City. From here, it meanders through the Cape Winelands and the whale country around Hermanus. Before continuing via the scenic Route 62, a region of rolling countryside, fruit farms and country villages, to the Little Karoo. You then drive the beautiful Garden Route where there is time to enjoy its varied scenery, coastal beauty and laid-back charm, before ending with a rewarding safari at Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.

Personalise to Suit You

As with nearly all of our sample safaris, this itinerary can be tailored around your interests, timeframe and preferred style of accommodation.

You can add an extra night on safari, adjust the accommodation level, or opt to mix it up. Have some guided touring in Cape Town and then an easy self-drive along the scenic Garden Route.

If you prefer to be guided throughout, our upgrade price below shows the price if you have private touring in Cape Town and the Garden Route and then take transfers to your game lodge and back to Port Elizabeth (now Gqeberha). Note that this is assuming 2 people travelling. The price will be considerably lower with 4 people. So ask us for a quote.

Good to Know

• Ideal if you want the flexibility of a self-drive holiday without long or overly demanding routes.
• It combines classic Cape highlights with a safari finale, making it a strong choice for first-time visitors to South Africa.
• Particularly recommend adding an extra night at Kariega for a more leisurely three-night safari experience.