18 Day South Africa Road Trip Itinerary

Road Trip Highlights

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18 days

2418 km

Explore the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg for a deeper understanding of South Africa’s history
Hike the scenic trails and explore the natural beauty of the Drakensberg Ranges, including Rainbow Gorge and Royal Natal National Park
Encounter wildlife at Addo Elephant National Park, home to the famous elephant herds and other diverse species
Get your blood pumping with adventure activities along the Garden Route, including ziplining at Storms River, bungee jumping at Bloukrans Bridge, and exploring the Robberg Peninsula
Discover Cape Town‘s rich culture and stunning landscapes, from the vibrant V&A Waterfront to the iconic Table Mountain hike and relaxing at Camps Bay beach

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	Activities	Kms	Stay
Day 1-2	Land in O.R. Tambo International Airport and drive to Westpoint Executive Suites for 2 nights.	28.6	Westpoint Executive Suites
Day 3-5	Make your way out of Johannesburg and drive towards the Drakensberg Ranges, where you will stay 3 nights at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.	342	Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge
Day 6	Drive to Aliwal North where you will stay at the Toll Inn Guest Farm for 1 night.	495	Toll Inn Guest Farm
Day 7	After a nights stay at the Guest Farm, drive to Addo where you will stay 1 night at Avoca River Cabins.	462	Avoca River Cabins
Day 8-11	It is now time to make your way through to Plettenberg Bay. Drive to River Club Villas, where you will stay 4 nights.	264	River Club Villas
Day 12-13	After a restful nights sleep at the River Club Villas, drive to Oudtshoorn where you will stay 2 nights at Oudemuragie Guest Farm.	192	Oudemuragie Guest Farm
Day 14	Drive to Cape Agulhas, where you will stay 1 night at the Agulhas Ocean House.	367	Agulhas Ocean House
Day 15	From Cape Agulhas, drive towards Franschhoek. You will stay 1 night at La Bourgogne Wine Farm.	188	La Bourgogne Wine Farm
Day 16-18	It is now time for the final stop for this road trip, which is Cape Town. Drive to Romney Park Luxury Apartments, where you will stay for 3 nights.	79	Romney Park Luxury Apartments