Explore South Africa on an adventurous road trip along the Garden Route. Drive through breathtaking landscapes and pristine coastlines, spot wildlife, and end your day under the stars in your rooftop tent.
Experience the rich diversity of South Africa along the Garden Route: explore Cape Town, taste the wines of Franschhoek, kayak through the gorges of Tsitsikamma, learn to surf in Jeffreys Bay, and go on a safari in Addo Elephant NP.
South Africa is the ultimate destination for adventurous travelers who look for diversity and unique experiences!
South Africa is a vast country with an impressive diversity of landscapes. From vibrant Cape Town to the expansive white beaches, rugged mountains, picturesque vineyards, and wildlife. During this 11-day road trip, you will experience it all.
One thing is for sure, South Africa is one of the most diverse destinations in the world. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
At the start of your road trip, you'll get access to a navigation system, which contains the complete route and a detailed roadbook with all the information you need for a successful road trip.
This is the overview of your 11-day road trip through South Africa. Our itinerary takes you to the most beautiful places of the country. The overnight stops are already predetermined, but during the day you can decide which landmarks you wish to visit and how much time you spend there.
Do you want to learn to surf during your road trip? Then you can also check out our Surf route below.
You'll be crossing South Africa in a Suzuki Jimny, a spacious 4×4 jeep, capable of handling all road conditions with ease.
The car is automatic and equipped with a roof tent and camping gear. Everything you need for a worry-free trip is included!
You can find more detailed information about the equipment and car insurance in the section practical information.
During your road trip, you will spend the first night in a hotel in Cape Town. You'll pick up the car so you can explore the city and unwind a bit after your journey. Then, you'll have the chance to spend each night at a beautiful campsite in nature or by the coast along your route, allowing you to fully relax after an eventful day.
All campsites have sanitary facilities. Most campsites also have electricity, and you'll have a power connection in your car for nights without it. We have already reserved a spot for you, so you won’t need to worry about it upon arrival.
This round trip takes place in the spring and autumn.
Spring 2025
The spring edition takes place in 2025 from April 13 to 23.
Autumn 2025
The autumn editions will take place in October and November 2025.
Pre-register now to be the first to book on January 10, 2025.
The base price for this trip is €1250 per person (excluding flights). This price is calculated based on 2 people per car.
The following items are included in the base price:
You can add the following options to your trip:
Car Insurance
Accidents can happen quickly; that's why you can take out an extra car insurance. For €120 per person, the car and the rooftop tent are fully insured. The other camping gear is not covered. More information will follow.
Travel assistance insurance
Want to travel worry-free? Then get a personal travel and assistance insurance. Here you can find more information about the terms and conditions.
Cancellation insurance
Worried about having to cancel your trip at the last minute because of unforeseen circumstances? Consider taking out cancellation insurance. Here you can find more information about the terms.
During your road trip, you have two culinary options:
Your car comes with cooking equipment, which will enable you to cook during the week. If you feel like experimenting with the local ingredients, you can go grocery shopping at several places along the way. The supermarkets we recommend can be found in the app.
Would you like to experience the local cuisine? In the roadbook you will find all kinds of nice restaurants where you can taste authentic food.
Want to learn more about this road trip? Then take a look at the frequently asked questions.
Are you looking for some extra excitement during your road trip? Complete your adventure with one or more activities tailored to your travel route!
Head out to the ocean for an unforgettable whale watching tour! You'll be searching for whales on the open Atlantic Ocean aboard a catamaran. Spot southern right whales (June-November), humpbacks (June-August), and Bryde’s whales (year-round). There's a good chance you'll also encounter dolphins, seals, and seabirds, and if you're lucky, even the African penguin. The tour typically lasts between 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on the ocean conditions. Every day is different, but the experience is amazing no matter what!
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
Would you prefer to be driven around Addo Elephant NP with a guide? There are various safaris available to book.
Sunrise Safari – Addo Elephant NP
Are you an early bird? Then go on a safari at sunrise, when the animals are most active. The guide will tell you all about the animals and knows the best spots to see them in their natural habitat. This tour lasts about 2 hours and starts early in the morning.
Price: €52
Half day Safari – Addo Elephant NP
If you want to go on a longer safari with a guide, opt for a morning safari in an open vehicle. What you encounter will remain a surprise, but there's a good chance you'll spot elephants. Other animals you might come across in the park include lions, black rhinoceroses, Cape buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, kudus, and red hartebeests.
With the sunrise safari and the morning safari, you have the option to explore the park on your own with your jeep in the afternoon.
Price: €80
Full day Safari – Addo Elephant NP + Schotia Reserve
Do you really want to get the most out of your safari? Then book a safari to both Addo Elephant NP and the Schotia Private Reserve. In this reserve, you'll see even more different animals like hippos, giraffes, rhinos, and crocodiles. Schotia aims to provide a natural, ethical living environment for the animals. It was the first reserve in the area with free-roaming lions that hunt naturally instead of being fed. You'll spend the whole day on an unforgettable safari.
Price: €185
Have you always wanted to take a surf lesson? You can do it in Jeffreys Bay, one of the best surf spots in the world. The town is filled with surf culture, featuring annual surf competitions like the World Surf League and a laid-back lifestyle centered around the ocean. Surf shops, local surf spots, trendy cafes, and a close-knit surfing community make it a unique and relaxed surfer's paradise. The lesson lasts 2 hours and is suitable for all levels.
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
Discover Tsitsikamma from the water! Paddle along with a guide over the Storms River, passing under the suspension bridge and deeper into the untouched nature. Further along the river, you'll swap your kayak for a lilo, an inflatable boat. The guide will share all sorts of fascinating information about the unique nature and wildlife in the area. When the sea is too rough, you'll walk the first part of the tour, a trail with stunning views. The tour lasts 2.5 hours and is easy to do. An unforgettable experience!
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
Your trip starts in Cape Town.
We expect you on the first day between 1 PM and 4 PM at the airport to pick up your car.
There are different options to get there. You can choose to book your flights through us or book your own flights.
We offer flights from Brussels (Zaventem) starting at €735 per person (excluding checked baggage).
If you book your flights through us, you'll have a layover in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for about 2 hours.
Flight times and prices
Here you can find an overview of flight times and prices for the spring edition of South Africa Nomads in 2025.*
*The times are provisional and subject to change.
The flights for the autumn editions of South Africa Nomads 2025 are not yet known.
Helpcenter
Do you have specific questions about your flights? Then feel free to send us an email!
If you book your flights through us, they'll be aligned with your travel schedule, and you can count on our support in case of any issues.
Would you rather book your own flights? Then make sure to keep the weekly schedule in mind and feel free to contact us via email if you have any questions.
We expect you in Cape Town on the first day of your road trip in the afternoon.
Example: you book a road trip for the spring from April 13 to April 23. Then you fly to South Africa on April 12 and are back home on April 24.
Of course, you can also choose to fly to South Africa a bit earlier or return home a bit later on your own initiative, but you'll need to arrange your own transportation and accommodations for the time before or after your road trip.
If you have any doubts or questions, don't hesitate to contact us via email.
On day 1, you can pick up the car between 1 PM and 4 PM at our starting point at Cape Town airport. Here, you'll receive detailed instructions about the car, the camping gear, and some basic traffic rules. From here, your road trip can really get started.
On day 11, you must return the car by 4 PM at the same location.
Your first hotel is located in Cape Town, about a 30-minute drive from the airport.
South Africa Nomads takes place in the spring of 2025 from April 13 to 23.
More information will follow for the fall editions in October and November.
Pre-register now to be the first to book on January 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM for the very first edition of South Africa Nomads!
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