Africa 2019-21 Brochure

112 Somak Holidays 020 8423 3000 Garden Route Garden Route Towns Mossel Bay Start of the Garden Route, Mossel Bay is a harbour town in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. Knynsa Famous for its stunning lagoon setting and friendly small town vibe, Knysna is one of the favourite towns along the Garden Route. With plenty of attractive waterfront hotels, Knysna Lagoon and the Featherbed Nature Reserve are the must see places. Highlight is a cruise on the Lagoon. Oudtshoorn Encounter a number of unique experiences in Oudtshoorn, 'ostrich capital of the world'. The town has ostrich farms – a number of which you can visit. Also visit the nearby spectacular Cango Caves. Plettenberg Bay 'Plett', as it's known locally, is a stunning seaside town with a lively atmosphere, safe swimming beaches and superb hotels. Beyond Plettenberg is the Tsitsikamma National Park, an attractive area for keen walkers, and those who appreciate the rugged landscape and ocean views of Storms River Mouth. Port Elizabeth A major port situated in the Eastern Cape Province, also known for its beaches. Port Elizabeth is the entry point to the malaria-free Eastern Cape safari game reserves. Garden Route Experience Featherbed Tour including lunch (4 hours) The Featherbed Nature Reserve offers an eco-tour beginning with a cruise across the Knysna Estuary. On arrival, enjoy 4x4 Unimog and a trailer ride to the top of the Western Head. Embark on an optional 2.2 kilometre downhill guided walk. Enjoy a buffet lunch before the return crossing. From £55 per person Stretching some 300 km along the southern coast of South Africa, The Garden Route starts from Mossel Bay to just beyond Plettenberg, where you will find a range of beautiful landscapes, superb beaches, mountainous backdrops, coastal views and an abundance of wildlife. Extensions to the Garden Route include Cape Town and the Winelands to the west, with Port Elizabeth and the Eastern Cape to the east. The Garden Route forms a perfect bridge between the two. Hermanus offers remarkable whale sightings from July to October and is a short drive away with plenty of accommodation choices with many offering spectacular ocean views. • Port Elizabeth • Plettenberg Bay • Mossel Bay • Hermanus Tsitsikamma • Stellenbosch • Cape Town• • Oudtshoorn • Franchhoek Knysna • George • Knysna Ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn Port Elizabeth