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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Matt Rodda
Australia
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Road Trip Itinerary
| 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 |
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