Garden Route and Eastern Cape
A journey along the Garden Route has to be one of the most iconic tours in the world. Discover delightful country towns, stunning open countryside, secluded beaches and quite breathtaking scenery. Whether you choose to explore by escorted tour or with the freedom of self drive this is a journey that never disappoints. Stretching from Mossel Bay to Storms River Mouth the sheer variety of the scenery is simply stunning. If you choose a self drive holiday head off along route 62 for even better scenery and pleasant surprise around almost every corner.
The pretty towns of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay are not to be missed and should definitely be considered for longer stays. From Knysna it’s possible to visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve for fabulous walking trails and eco tours. Whilst ...more
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Superb Accommodation - Lowest Prices
Choose the holiday accommodation that's right for you from our top selection of hotels and resorts. All are in great location and offer the best value in their class. The special rates shown are per person per night with up to 2 people in a hotel room.
Look out for:
• Free breakfasts - a delicious way to start your day
• Free nights - for longer stays or in low season
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Palms Retreat – Wilderness | 59 | - | - | B |
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| The charming village of Wilderness sits right in the heart of the Garden Route and makes a perfect stopping of point... |
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Belvidere Manor - Knysna | 56 | 75 | - | B |
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| The hotel is located approximately 10 minutes drive from the town centre and is close to the lovely beaches of Goukamma... |
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Bloom Estate - Swellendam | 78 | - | - | B |
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| The guesthouse sits just outside the charming town of Swellendam in its own large grounds, the attractive rooms are... |
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Courtyard - Port Elizabeth | 59 | - | 67 | B |
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| Located on Marine Drive in the Boadwalk Casino and Entertainment complex and right opposite the beach, the hotel offers... |
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De Opstal Country Lodge - Oudtshoorn | 46 | - | - | B |
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| Set in the glorious countryside surrounding Oudtshoorn, the lodge offers beautiful country style accommodation in... |
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Hog Hollow - Plettenberg Bay | 99 | - | - | B |
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| The hotel is set in its own private nature reserve right on the edge of a forest and just a short distance from... |
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Knysna Hollow - Knysna | 48 | - | - | B |
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| The hotel is set in its own secluded country estate within easy reach of Knysna Lagoon... |
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Mimosa Lodge - Montagu | 34 | - | - | B |
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| The lodge lies in the heart of the pretty country village of Montagu and is ideally placed for exploring the area and... |
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Periwinkle Lodge - Plettenberg Bay | 39 | - | - | B |
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| This attractive guest house sits on the beachfront at Plettenberg Bay and offers panoramic views of Robberg Beach and... |
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The Beach Hotel - Port Elizabeth | 53 | - | - | B |
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| The hotel is just a short walk from the beach and close to the casino and entertainment complex with a good selection... |
Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape’s game reserves offer an excellent opportunity to see some of South Africa’s wildlife up close in a malaria free environment. Each lodge differs in style and experience, whether you are looking for top level accommodation or a more economical base there is something to suit you. We have listed the various activities available in each lodge description to help you decide. Your Freedom Africa consultant will be happy to help select the place the suits you best.
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Elephant House - Addo | 47 | B |
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| Elephant House is set in glorious countryside approximately 45 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth and close to Addo National Park and the Sundays River Valley... |
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Kariega Game Reserve | 159 | BLD |
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| This malaria-free "Big-5" private game reserve is set in 9000 hectares of pristine African wilderness incorporating the picturesque Kariega and... |
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Leeuwenbosch Country House - Amakhala | 179 | BLD |
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| Leeuwenbosch Country House was originally built in 1908 and still retains much of its historic charm... |
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Kuzuko Game Reserve - Addo | 202 | BLD |
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| The reserve sits in its own extensive grounds adjacent to Addo National Park... |
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Safari Lodge - Amakhala | 230 | BLD |
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| Safari Lodge on the Amakhala Game Reserve is tucked away in the bush and is built in the style of a traditional African village... |
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Shamwari Game Reserve | 298 | BLD |
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| Probably the best known and certainly the largest game reserve on the Eastern Cape... |
