An Epic Eastern Cape Self Drive Road Trip Around The Border

Road Trip Highlights

South Africa

Car

30 days

15000 km

Witness Africa’s big 7 in their natural habitat at Addo Elephant National Park near Gqeberha.
Experience serene solitude in secluded, off-grid cabins amidst breathtaking landscapes.
Immerse yourself in local culture and history at the charming village of Nieu-Bethesda.
Traverse diverse terrains, from mountains to desert to coast, in a thrilling journey.
End your adventure with a dash of luxury at the tropical Umngazi Hotel and Spa on the stunning Wild Coast.

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Yeti The VanSouth Africa

We are Michael & Acacia, and this is our self converted van Yeti. We spent 2 months self converting an empty 2016 Fiat Ducato panel van into our dream tiny home on wheels.

https://www.saltycpro.com/yeti-the-van

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Road Trip Itinerary

	Activities	Kms	Stay
Day 1-3	Visit Addo Elephant National Park, stay 3 nights at RiverBend Lodge	73	RiverBend Lodge
Day 4-6	Visit mountains, traverse farmlands, enjoy mountain views, stay 3 nights at Dassie Cabin	72	Kleinrivier Dassie Cabin
Day 7-9	Travel Route 62, enjoy mountain views, stay 3 nights at Swallows Nest Country Cottages	199	Swallows Nest Country Cottages
Day 10-12	Enjoy a working farm, possibly spot wildlife, stay 3 nights at Fisherman's Cabin	303	Fisherman's Cabin
Day 13-15	Visit Camdeboo National Park, enjoy views of Graaff-Reinet Town and the Valley Desolation, stay 3 nights at Spekboom Tented Camp	158	Spekboom Tented Camp
Day 16-18	Visit the village, enjoy local food and drink, learn history, visit fossil museum, stay 3 nights at Barn Experience Airbnb	293	Barn Experience Airbnb
Day 19-21	Visit Mountain Zebra National Park, stay 3 nights at Karoo Hideaway Cabin	125	Karoo Hideaway Cabin
Day 22-24	Visit mountain village, enjoy scenic hikes, tackle Naude's Nek Pass, stay 3 nights at Woodcliffe Country House	372	Woodcliffe Country House
Day 25-30	Visit Umngazi Hotel and Spa, enjoy beach, hiking trails, river cruises, stay 6 nights at Umngazi Hotel and Spa	216	Umngazi Hotel and Spa