20 nights
0.610t C0²
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The Garden Route Glamour & Zululand Luxury Experience

From €5958 / person in May

Touch down in magnificent Cape Town and then leisurely peruse the Stellenbosch winelands, before exploring the gorgeous Garden Route, spotting whales along the way. Hop over to Zululand, where you will witness pristine wilderness and experience luxurious stays.

Trip Route

  • Arrival

    Cape Town Airport

    1

    3 nights

    Atlantic Seaboard

    Thanks to the massive variety of attractions, the Atlantic Seaboard is one of Cape Town's premier tourist spots. There are many ways to explore this vibrant part of the Mother City; however, it’s best to do it on foot.

    Your Hotel

    21 Nettleton Boutique Hotel & Private Residence

    An exclusive clifftop mansion with bespoke style overlooking Cape Town’s Clifton beaches

    From€ 301/person
  • 2

    2 nights

    Franschhoek Wine Valley

    Franschhoek, meaning “French Corner”, is a small town in the Western Cape located in the Cape Winelands. The beautiful village is steeped in history and culture, and features some of the country’s most renowned wine farms and restaurants. The area is found in a valley surrounded by gorgeous mountains that feature snowy peaks in winter and boasts trails that wind through flowers and wildlife at Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve.

    Your Hotel

    La Petite Ferme

    An opulent wine estate stay in Franschhoek boasting phenomenal cuisine and views

    From€ 83/person
  • 3

    2 nights

    De Hoop Nature Reserve

    The combination of sea, sand, vlei and floral scenery at De Hoop Nature Reserve is not only extraordinary but also allows a memorable, extensive outdoor adventure. This 34.000 ha protected area is found in the Overberg area of South Africa, and besides being known for its abundant birdlife, it’s also celebrated for wildlife sightings including the Cape mountain zebra, eland, and bontebok. The marine life beauty is an unmissable main feature, especially the southern right whales, with De Hoop being a very important conservation site for these majestic animals.

    Your Hotel

    Morukuru Family De Hoop

    An off-grid beach lodge in the immersive and pristine De Hoop Nature Reserve

    From€ 38/person
  • 4

    3 nights

    Plettenberg Bay

    The beach resort town of Plettenberg Bay is often the start (or end) point of any Garden Route road trip, has immaculate beaches, vibey restaurants and ample hiking opportunities, and is an ideal place to base yourself when exploring this part of the world.

    Your Hotel

    Tsala Treetop Lodge

    A treetop lodge in the lush forests between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay

    From€ 250/person
  • 5

    1 nights

    Durban

    As KwaZulu-Natal’s largest city, Durban is a warm welcoming coastal city home to spectacular landscapes, diverse wildlife and rich heritage. Referred to by its Zulu name by locals, eThekwini, this city is a mix of vibrant cultures and a melting pot of Indian, Zulu and European influences. Durban offers a vast array of unique nature centred experiences and activities. So, whether you are into food, nature or beautiful beaches - eThekwini is the place for you.

    Your Hotel

    Sala Beach House

    A luxury coastal chic getaway on the Dolphin Coast

    From€ 199/person
  • 6

    3 nights

    Zululand

    Zululand is a traditional region in the northeastern section of KwaZulu-Natal, extending along the coast and inland into the rural heart of the province. Home to the Zulu people, this is the perfect place to learn more about the intriguing culture, with many museums and villages to visit in addition to tea plantations, cattle farms and charming towns. This area is a beautiful place to appreciate the abundance of wildlife found in the multiple reserves and parks adorned with tranquil and verdant hills, grasslands and forests.

    Your Hotel

    mFulaWozi Wilderness Mthembu Lodge

    A 5-star lodge with incomparable wilderness views in the heart of Zululand

    From€ 356/person
  • 7

    3 nights

    Sodwana Bay

    Sodwana Bay is the laid-back, unspoiled jewel of the KwaZulu-Natal north coast. Situated in the Maputaland Marine Protected Area, Sodwana Bay is world-renowned for scuba diving. offering a paradise for watersports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Home to more than 1.200 species of marine life, Sodwana Bay is known for marine megafauna such as whale sharks, great white sharks, leatherback turtles, and coelacanths.

    Your Hotel

    Thonga Beach Lodge

    A sustainability centred beach-side luxury lodge within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    From€ 232/person
  • 8

    2 nights

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park covers approximately 332.000 ha, including its marine reserves, making the park the third largest protected area in South Africa. In 1999, the park was officially designated as a natural UNESCO World Heritage site, the first in the country. Over 6.500 plant and animal species, including over 500 bird species, can be found spread across the 5 interlinked ecosystems. From scuba diving in Sodwana Bay to whale watching in St. Lucia or birding at Lake Sibaya, iSimangaliso Wetland Park offers travellers a one-of-a-kind safari experience.

    Your Hotel

    Makakatana Bay Lodge

    Explore iSimangaliso Wetland Park at this beach safari getaway on Lake St Lucia

    From€ 314/person
  • 9

    1 nights

    Durban

    As KwaZulu-Natal’s largest city, Durban is a warm welcoming coastal city home to spectacular landscapes, diverse wildlife and rich heritage. Referred to by its Zulu name by locals, eThekwini, this city is a mix of vibrant cultures and a melting pot of Indian, Zulu and European influences. Durban offers a vast array of unique nature centred experiences and activities. So, whether you are into food, nature or beautiful beaches - eThekwini is the place for you.

    Your Hotel

    Sala Beach House

    A luxury coastal chic getaway on the Dolphin Coast

    From€ 199/person
  • Departing

    King Shaka International Airport | DUR

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Nicole

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Our Viatu experience was just amazing, starting with the first discussions and the planning of our trip to Namibia. The Viatu team did a great job planning the trip according to our wishes and preferences.

Stefano

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What can I say? We've had an absolute blast traveling through Namibia. Soooo many good new memories! We booked our trip a bit last minute but had amazing support from Viatu to get all the information in time.

Anna

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We had an incredible journey with Viatu and many unforgettable memories in South Africa. The journey was tailor-made to our wishes and the communication with Alex really easy, friendly and helpful. All the information was accessible online at any time, nicely presented and structured in an overview.

Michèle

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We had the most wonderful experience with Viatu and the trip of a lifetime. My sister and I travelled for 3,5 weeks through Namibia and South Africa, and everything was perfectly planned and just amazing.

Valerie

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With super short notice, they organised a trip that was just perfect. Loved everything about it! Will definitely recommend Viatu to all my friends!

Margherita

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The recommended accommodations were perfect for us and everything was as expected. Even though we booked on very short notice, everything went smoothly and was well managed by Viatu.

Jan

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I'm very thankful for my first Viatu experience. The 3-week trip across Namibia combined incredible landscapes and nature, mindblowing eco-friendly lodges and utter peace of mind. The organisation and support of the Viatu team were spot-on - this is the way to impress. Thanks a lot!

Christoph

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We loved using the Viatu Trip Builder to design our holidays in South Africa. It was super easy and transparent. Our holidays were great and the few times we needed support, our consultant Benoit was very quick and helpful.

Anita

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