Luxury Garden Route & Safari, South Africa Tour Hosted by Jacques Gous
Garden Route
10 Days
Tour Overview
Duration10 Days
Tour TypePro Escorted Tour
People12
From£3,790pp
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A Luxury South African Journey
South Africa has a way of getting under your skin. The light is different here, golden and vast, and the landscapes shift so dramatically that you half expect the world to look different around every corner. This is the backdrop for an extraordinary 10-night journey hosted by Jacques Gous, threading together the very best of what this remarkable country has to offer.
It begins in Cape Town, one of the world’s great cities, where a VIP arrival sets the tone from the moment you land. Over the first few days, you’ll tee off on some of South Africa’s most celebrated golf courses, Erinvale, Steenberg, De Zalze, while in between rounds, the Cape Winelands beckon with cellar doors, sunlit terraces, and glasses of world-class Pinotage. There’s a private city tour, fast-track tickets up Table Mountain, and wine tasting at Ernie Els Wines to round out the Cape experience.
Then comes the shift. Trading vineyards for wilderness, the group heads deeper into the Garden Route, first to Gondwana Private Game Reserve for two nights of safari and big-five encounters, then on to the lush, forested coastline of Knysna. Evenings end with a catamaran sunset cruise, dinner on the water, and the kind of quiet that only the African bush and coast can deliver together.
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From Cape Town and safari lodges to championship fairways, this escorted journey showcases South Africa at its finest.
- Feb 23 – 26 2027: 3 Nights [Cape Town V&A Waterfront] Commodore Hotel in an Executive / Family Room (Bed & Breakfast)
- Feb 26 – 28 2027: 2 Nights [Stellenbosch] Evergreen Manor in a Luxury Room (Bed & Breakfast)
- Feb 28 – Mar 2 2027: 2 Nights [Mossel Bay] Gondwana Private Game Reserve in a 3 & 4 Bedroom Villa (Full Board + Safari)
- Mar 2 – 5 2027: 3 Nights [Knysna] Knysna Hollow Country Estate in a Garden Suite (Bed & Breakfast)
VIP Meet & Greet:
- Feb 23 2027: VIP Meet and Greet at International Arrival Airport
Private Transfers:
- Feb 23 – Mar 5 2027: Private Transfers between airport, accommodation and golf courses
- Feb 28 2027: Private Road Transfer from Stellenbosch to Gondwana Private Game Reserve
- Mar 2 2027: Private Transfer from Gondwana to Knysna
- Mar 5 2027: Private Road Transfer from Knysna to George Airport
- Feb 24 2027: Erinvale
- Feb 25 2027: Steenberg
- Feb 26 2027: De Zalze
- Mar 2 2027: Pinnacle Point
- Mar 3 2027: Pezula
- Mar 4 2027: Simola – Halfway House Included
Day Tours (excluding meals unless mentioned):
- Feb 23 2027: Half Day Private Guide City of Cape Town Tour with fast track Table Mountain Tickets
- Feb 25 2027: Wine Tasting at Steenberg Winery after Steenberg Golf
- Feb 26 2027: Wine Tasting at Ernie Els Wines after the golf at De Zalze Golf Club
- Mar 3 2027: Knysna Catamaran Sunset Cruise with dinner on the boat
Our tour starts today in Cape Town, arguably the most beautiful city in the world. It is the playground of leisure lovers, adventurers and jetsetters alike. Famed for its flat-topped mountain (voted one of the New7Wonders of Nature, no less!), white sandy beaches, bountiful vineyards, waddling penguins and a bustling waterfront, it’s not hard to see why our Mother City repeatedly ranks among the best cities in the world.
Meet your transfer at Cape Town International Airport and then check in at The Commodore Hotel. Explore Cape Town and Table Mountain with a guided tour!
For your first round of the tour, play at the incredible Erinvale Golf Club.
Play at Steenberg Golf Club and enjoy a sumptuous wine tasting afterwards at Steenberg Wine Estate
Your time in Cape Town has come to an end, but the tour is just beginning! Check in at the Evergreen Manor and play at De Zalze Golf Estate. Following your round, enjoy a wine tasting at Ernie Els Wines
For the first time since arriving, you can put your feet up and enjoy a day at leisure.
On the move again! Time to explore a different side to South Africa. Check in at Gondwana Game Reserve and prepare yourselves for two days on safari!
This is your first day of safari. Experience the Gondwana Game Drives adn watch out for the Big 5!
Enjoy your second and final day on safari!
Play your final round of the tour at Simola Golf Club.
Unfortunately, this is where your tour ends. Check out of Knysna Hollow Country Estate and board your transfer to George Airport.
Is This Tour Right For You?
If you’re a golfer who wants more than just golf, this trip was made for you. Six rounds on some of South Africa’s most iconic courses form the backbone of the journey — but what surrounds them is just as compelling. Safari at Gondwana Private Game Reserve, wine tasting in the Cape Winelands, a sunset cruise on the Knysna Lagoon, and a private tour of Cape Town mean there’s something extraordinary waiting at every turn.
This is a tour for those who appreciate travelling in style. Private transfers, luxury accommodation throughout, and a hosted experience mean the details are handled — all you need to do is show up and enjoy it.
If a holiday that genuinely balances adventure, indulgence, and world-class sport appeals to you, you’ll feel right at home on this one.
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Simola Golf and Country Estate has firmly cemented its place as one of Africa’s premiere golfing destinations. The Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course was designed by the legend himself and, as the first on the continent and still only one of three in Africa, remains a favourite amongst professionals, seasoned players and those who enjoy a challenging yet fun game now and then.
A standout amongst Knysna hotels, the 44 contemporary Garden Suites are situated in our lush gardens and offer all modern amenities in a spacious and serene environment.
Evergreen Manor and Spa is situated in the historic core of Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa. Guests can take a leisurely 4 minute walk to the centre of Town with it’s many fine restaurants, art galleries, museums and historical buildings.
Relax and unwind after your round with a glorious selection of wine at Steenberg Wine Estate
Play Erinvale Golf Club, ranked in the Top 100 courses in Africa
Enjoy a half day tour of Cape Town with fast track tickets up Table Mountain!
Located in the Constantia Valley and backed by the iconic Table Mountain Steenberg Golf Club provides a real test for golfer’s of all abilities and an experience that they will never forget.
Your stay includes bed & breakfast, with comfortable overnight accommodation and a delicious morning meal served daily to start your day right.
Embark on a thrilling Gondwana Game Drive and witness the Big Five in their natural habitat.
Dramatic cliffs, ocean views, and thrilling shot-making. This coastal course is one of South Africa’s most breathtaking golfing experiences.
Experience safari in style enjoy your stay with luxury lodges, Big Five game drives, and sweeping views across 11,000 hectares of private wilderness.
Play a picturesque course in the heart of the Winelands. The course features tree lined fairways, mountain backdrops, and a relaxed, elegant setting.
Stay at The Commodore Hotel with its comfortable rooms, great location, and views of Table Mountain right from your doorstep.