Day 1:

Transfer to Cape Town International airport and departure for George. Arrival at George Airport, where you will collect your rental vehicle, and proceed to Plettenberg Bay. Check-in to your accommodation at the Bosavern Guest House in Plettenberg Bay.

Bosavern Guest House is a stylish, upmarket guesthouse set on a cliff, offering spectacular views of the ocean, the pristine white Robberg Beach and Robberg Nature Reserve, and the green expanse of Plettenberg Bay Country Club.

After you have freshened up, join this magical ocean safari, with the smell of salt in the air, the cry of sea gulls in your ears and the sights of whales and dolphins -it will quite literally take your breath away! After a short briefing, an exhilarating beach launch will be the start of your adventure. The duration of each tour is approximately 2 hours, life jackets, windbreakers and refreshments are provided.
Evening at leisure. Plettenberg Bay has a variety of superb restaurants to choose from.
Overnight: Bosavern Guest House (B&B)

Day 2:

After breakfast, depart on your 3-hour Canopy Tour. Enjoy the unequalled beauty of the indigenous forest high up on eight treetop platforms. Gently glide along steel cables 30 meters above the forest floor. Birdlife is abundant (including Knysna Loeries and the elusive Narina Trogan), and your guides will explain the ecology of the lush primeval forest. Safety is paramount, and the system has been built to the highest civil engineering standards. Guides are fully trained professionals. Light lunch to be enjoyed upon completion of your excursion.

After this exhilarating experience, depart for Monkeyland which is a primate sanctuary that accommodates primates rescued from private homes, zoos and laboratories. The goal of Monkeyland is to rehabilitate the monkeys, so that they can be free roaming in the park, surrounded by beautiful indigenous forest. There are quite a lot of species of monkey like Capuchin monkeys, Squirrel monkeys, Lemurs (from Madagascar), Spider monkeys and Dusky leaf monkeys. The Gibbons are the clowns of the forest. Here a one-hour walking safari with the primates can be enjoyed.

Time permitting, visit the Aviary situated next to Monkeyland. Birds of Eden is well worth a visit. The unique two hectare dome (the world’s largest) spans over a gorge of indigenous forest. The sanctuary has its own mysterious ruin, which incorporates a walk-behind waterfall. Another feature is its amphitheatre, which has the ability to seat over 200 visitors. The sanctuary’s dome incorporates the ability to synthesise thunder and create short spells of rain from an irrigation system in the dome structure. Roofed viewpoints within the gorge have been erected for use during these brief rain storms. Depart back to you guest house and freshen up before dinner.
Overnight: Bosavern Guest House (B&B)

Day 3:

After breakfast check-out and proceed to the Knysna Waterfront, to board the ferry which will take you across to the Featherbed Nature Reserve. The Featherbed Experience is regarded as one of the Garden Route's premier tourist attractions.

Upon arrival, board a Unimog drawn trailer and drive up to the top of the Reserve. While stopping at scenic lookout points, a guide will share some fascinating tales about Knysna and the surrounding area, while you enjoy the panoramic views. An optional 2,2 km guided nature walk takes you through the forest, onto the cliffs, into the caves and along the scenic coast. Once back in the Food Forest, you can enjoy a spectacular 12 dish buffet lunch in a unique outdoor restaurant situated under the Milkwood Trees.
After lunch browse through the 'Blue Duiker' Curio Shop, where a variety of curios can be purchased including clothing and the famous carved 'Feathers of Knysna' collection.

On your return to the Waterfront, you will depart for Phantom Forest. Nestled in the Afromontane Forest, with endless views, shared only with our Fish Eagles, the large and elevated luxury 'tree suites' are an African celebration of natural textures. Experience the evocative sounds... scents... and tastes of Africa... at their very best!

Dinner can be enjoyed in the “Boma”, where a Bushbuck may just drop in for a drink! Sundowners at the “Eyrie” are spectacular, with sunsets and views to match – right to the famous Knysna Heads – a view shared only with their resident Fish Eagles. End a memorable evening with tales around the fire, whilst sipping delectable African-blend coffee and liqueurs.
Overnight: Phantom Forest (B & B)

Day 4:

After breakfast, depart for Botlierskop Private Game Reserve, where you will check-in to luxury tented suites. On wooden decks offer breathtaking views of the river and tranquil mountainous surroundings, you are situated in a bird sanctuary with free roaming animals.

Each of the luxury tented suites at Botlierskop is elegantly decorated in a romantic colonial theme, with 4-poster beds draped with mosquito nets. The en-suite bathrooms are lavishly equipped with deep baths and stunning views.

Late afternoon, enjoy a 3 hour guided game drive in a 4x4 safari vehicle, where you will get to view wildlife in their natural habitat: up close and personal with Rhinos, Lions, Buffalos, Giraffes, Elephants, Elands, Zebras and including the rare Black Impala.
Dinner in the “Fire Place” Restaurant to follow.
Overnight: Botlierskop Private Game Reserve (Full board)

Day 5:

After breakfast, you can enjoy a 2 hour guided nature-walk through diverse habitats, like riverine forest, marsh areas, Fynbos and plains. During the walk, the guide will point out, identify and explain the medicinal use of some trees. On your return enjoy a magical one-hour elephant back safari.

Enjoy another afternoon game drive or as an optional activity, enjoy a quad bike adventure through the bush. Dinner at the lodge.
Overnight: Botlierskop Private Game Reserve (Full Board)

Day 6:

Enjoy an early morning game drive or walk before breakfast. Depart after brunch for George airport, deliver your hire car and board your flight back to Cape Town. Upon arrival in Cape Town, collect another rental car for your last day in Cape Town. Proceed to Camps Bay and your accommodation at Camps Bay Retreat.

Nestled between the mountainous ranges of Lions Head, Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles, overlooking the endless vistas of the mighty Atlantic Ocean, Camps Bay Retreat is set in one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Your accommodation is the more contemporary Deck House.

Overnight Camps Bay Retreat in the Deckhouse (B&B)

Day 7:

Depart for Cape Town International Airport in the morning, where you will deliver your rental vehicle and board your flight back home.

HAVE FUN & BON VOYAGE!

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