Itinerary:
Day 1 - Durban Take a stroll along Durban's 'Golden Mile' or take in Durban's sandy beaches. Days 2-3 - Wild Coast Visit the Nelson Mandela Museum en route to the Wild Coast, one of South Africa's most pristine areas. Spend time relaxing on the beach, exploring stretches of coastline and experiencing the customs of the local Xhosa people. Days 4-5 - Hogsback The call of colourful parrots and louries forms the soundtrack to hikes in Hogsback's verdant forests. Take the opportunity to enjoy long rambles through this scenic part of South Africa. Day 6 - Addo Elephant National Park Once an elephant sanctuary, this national park now shelters lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and rhinos. It's also the exclusive domain of the fascinating flightless dung beetle. Days 7-9 - Garden Route With old growth forests, superb sandy beaches and a range of optional adrenalin-packed activities, the Garden Route is sure to thrill. Visit breathtaking Tsitsikamma National Park, picturesque Knysna and the bright white beaches along the route. Day 10 - Oudtshoorn Get up close to native ostriches, then see impressive stalactites and stalagmites adorning the Cango Caves. Day 11 - Stellenbosch Relax amid the rows of vines in Africa's principle wine making region. Visit a vineyard to learn the secrets of making South Africa's legendary whites and reds. Days 12-13 - Cape Town Discover Cape Town's mix of scenic coastline, striking mountains and world-class vineyards. Finish with an optional journey to Cape Point to see where the mighty Atlantic and Indian Ocean merge.
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