Family Beach & Safari Adventure through Garden Route to Cape Town by RV

Addo elephant safari with camper – Addo Elephant Park campervan safari
Cape town with a camper – Addo Elephant Park campervan safari
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About this route

Locations: South Africa, Western Cape & Garden Route

Ages: All ages

Distances: 11–15 days, ~950 km

🐘 Safari 🌿 Nature 🥾 Hiking 👧 Family 🦕 Dinosaurs

Route details

Day 1

Collect RV from Port Elizabeth

Collect your camper andd rive to Addo Elephant Park for your first night under the stars. Camp in the South Africa National Parks campsite near the gate or in a nearby bush lodge.

🚐~1.5 hrs

Watch 'Big 5' From Your Lunch Table as you Self-drive Addo Elephant Park

Watch 'Big 5' From Your Lunch Table as you Self-drive Addo Elephant Park

  • 🐘 Watch elephants & wildlife at waterholes from your RV
  • 🚐 Overnight in Addo Main Camp — cook, braai & rest beside your van
  • 🌌 Stars & lions — floodlit waterhole and night drives
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Day 2

Addo Elephant Safari

Spend a full day self-driving through the reserve. Watch elephants from your camper and enjoy lunch while giraffes stroll nearby.

🚐flexible inside park

Day 3

Addo to Knysna via Tsitsikamma

Drive along the scenic N2 through lush forest and cliffs. Stop at Tsitsikamma for a short coastal walk before reaching Knysna.

🚐~5 hrs

Day 4

Knysna Forest & Lagoon

Walk the Knysna heads or ride bikes along the forest edge. Enjoy a sunset picnic at the water’s edge.

🚐none

Day 5

Knysna to Wilderness National Park

Head further west to Wilderness and check into a riverside or forest campsite. Explore the nearby lakes and long beaches.

🚐~1.5 hrs

Day 6

Canoeing & Forest Trails

Paddle the calm river loops or walk shaded paths in the national park. Spot kingfishers and picnic on the bank.

🚐none

Day 7

To Garden Route Game Lodge

Make your way to the lodge near Albertinia for your treat night. Check into a room, swim, and enjoy an evening safari with sundowners.

🚐~2 hrs

Day 8

Whale Coast & L’Agulhas

Drive down to the Whale Coast, stopping in Hermanus or Gansbaai. Continue to L’Agulhas for dramatic ocean views and boardwalks.

🚐~3.5 hrs

Day 9 & 10

L’Agulhas to Stellenbosch or Winelands

Stop in a wine farm or quiet inland town for a final camping or lunch stop before the city.

🚐~2.5 hrs

Stay with your RV in amongst the vineyards of the Winelands

Stay with your RV in amongst the vineyards of the Winelands

  • 🍷 Taste local wines at a beautiful Cape Winelands estate
  • 🚐 Sleep among the vines at a vineyard RV pitch (on-site)
  • 🍽️ Stroll to the on-site restaurant for a seasonal dinner
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Day 11

Return Camper & Cape Town City Stay (Night 1)

Return your campervan and check into a hotel or apartment in the city. Walk the V&A Waterfront or take the cable car up Table Mountain.

🚐~1.5 hrs

Day 12

Cape Town City Explorations (Night 2)

Visit Robben Island, explore museums, or head to Camps Bay. Stay a second night or fly out later in the evening.

🚐none

Why 'With a camper'?

Every experience tailored to a campervan

As campervan travelers ourselves, we understand both the delights of traveling in a motorhome and well as the smaller details (such as parking) which make it harder.

We use this knowledge to curate and design the very best experiences for you and your campervan.

Remarkable experiences you will remember

Our curated experiences are hand-picked to make your trip special. Whether it is an experience that is iconic to the destination, an inspiring place to take part in a certain activity or a visit to one of the best local restaurants, our goal is to introduce you to the experiences that you will want to write home about.

Something for every passion

We believe that campervan travel is a fantastic way to enjoy your passions.

Whether your interest hiking, cooking, architecture or to enjoy a great party we have a range of great campervan experiences to get you out traveling.

Book an individual experience or the whole trip

Our experiences come in a range of shapes and sizes. So whether you want to add an individual activity to your existing itinerary or you are looking for an end-to-end trip then we have choices for you.

Travel with your own camper or let us help you find the perfect rental

Our experiences are designed for anyone traveling in a campervan. For travelers without their van we offer various 'campervan included trips' but also the opportunity to book a van from one of our preferred van rental partners.