Self-Drive Luxury Cape - 7 Days

"I don't know where to start - each place we stayed was so luxurious, so unique and so special - the Cape is a truly magical part of the world"

Embark on a self-drive journey meticulously crafted to capture the essence of the Cape region's finest offerings. From breathtaking sunsets over Hout Bay to the captivating marvels of Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, and the rejuvenating spirit of sustainability embraced in the Cape Winelands, every moment promises a remarkable experience. Indulge in stays at handpicked accommodations, each promising exquisite cuisine, ensuring your voyage is nothing short of extraordinary.

Hout Bay & Chapman's Peak - Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - The Cape Winelands

Car hire - Group M car (Toyota Urban Cruiser or similar) for 7 days, premium rate. Pick up and drop off Cape Town International Airport. For details of the different vehicle types available please see - Self Drive Safaris.
Car hire insurance (Zero Excess) - premium level including collision damage waiver, personal accident insurance, theft protection, third party liability, unlimited kilometres, additional driver, Wi-fi router with 1GB data per day.
Accommodation as indicated below.
Meals as indicated below.
Sunset cocktails at Tintswalo Atlantic.
Activities at Grootbos and Babylonstoren.
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With Travel Africa you are safe in the knowledge that you are working with people who are experts in self-drive travel. We have driven the types of vehicles you are looking to hire and driven them in the places, and on the road conditions, that you will experience. We have enjoyed all kinds of self-drive trips in southern Africa for over 25 years – from quick flits along the Garden Route to 8 month adventure trips with fully equipped 4x4s and roof top tents throughout southern Africa.

We give you peace of mind by working closely with you to custom-make and book your itinerary – ensuring you have the most appropriate type of vehicle and accommodation for your trip. We also provide you with detailed trip dossiers, which include routes, directions, tips and hints on driving in southern Africa, ensuring you have all the information you need to enjoy every minute of your trip and feel comfortable and secure with your holiday plan!

Our in-depth knowledge of destinations, conditions, vehicles and equipment, based on extensive personal experience, gives you the peace of mind you need for your self-drive safari.

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Pick up your hire car and drive to the incredible Tintswalo Atlantic. Situated along the sweeping bends of Chapman’s Peak Drive, Tintswalo Atlantic enjoys uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean’s cobalt waters. Hugging the mountainside, the lodge offers sublime views of Hout Bay and the Sentinel. Each exotic Island Suite offers luxurious 5-star accommodation and service, while you may choose to eat at the delicious Chef's Warehouse. On your full day, take advantage of your vehicle and self-drive to the Cape of Good Hope on one of the finest coastal drives in Africa

Stay at:
Tintswalo Atlantic Island Suite including breakfast and sunset cocktails

Travel distance: Approximately 170kms, good roads.

From Tintswalo drive along the start of the Garden Route to Grootbos - a luxury private eco-reserve. Grootbos is spectacularly situated on fynbos and forest clad hills overlooking the whale-watching haven of Walker Bay. This multi-award winning 2500 hectares reserve is home to more than 760 different species of plants, offers warm hospitality, excellent cuisine, fine South African wines and is a nature lover’s paradise. Whether your interests are birding, wild flowers, whale watching, diving with white sharks or relaxing on romantic, unspoilt beaches Grootbos has it all. The gourmet cuisine is crafted from the finest and freshest local ingredients. Accommodation is in spacious luxury suites, all with sweeping views across the dunes and ocean.

Stay at:
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Forest Lodge including all meals, all soft drinks, teas & coffees, all activities (horse-riding, guided walks, nature, marine and coastal drives, land-based whale waiting (seasonal), self-guided walks)

Travel distance: Approximately 170kms, good roads.

From Grootbos journey inland to the Cape Winelands. The Winelands are an area of exquisite beauty with rocky mountains overlooking green vineyards; elegant Cape Dutch wine estates and some of the most charming towns and villages in South Africa including the university town of Stellenbosch and the Huguenot settlement of Franschhoek. Appreciate the wine and the superb architecture, excellent restaurants, shops and galleries, scenic drives or walks in the surrounding mountains.

You will stay at Babylonstoren, dating back to 1692 it is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms in the region. With the Simonsberg and Franschhoek mountains as a magnificent backdrop, Babylonstoren's majestic garden is the farm's heart and soul. Every aspect of Babylonstoren is led by the botanical diversity of this garden. Together with its beauty, diversity, exquisite accommodation and farm-to-fork philosophy, Babylonstoren exudes a sense of precious well-being.

Stay at:
Babylonstoren Farm Garden Cottage including breakfast, activities (guided garden tour and farm walk, canoe trip, fishing and wine tasting, bread baking with the bakers, kitchen tours, cycling, olive and balsamic vinegar tour, yoga sessions), and laundry

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