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3-Day Garden Route Big 5 Safari in the Western Cape
Garden Route Game Lodge is set against the backdrop of the Langeberg mountain range, the lodge guards the entrance to South Africa’s world famous Garden Route Coast. Only 3½ scenic hours drive from Cape Town, this malaria free private game reserve is home to an abundance of animal and bird life including the Big 5. Visitors to the Garden Route Game Lodge can enjoy game viewing in open Landrovers, luxury accommodation and a memorable dining experience in one of our African style restaurants.
Note: This Itinerary can be customised to match your budget and travel dates
Destinations visited
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1 - 1st Night Garden Route Game Lodge BIG 5
You are welcome to self-drive to the lodge with your own hired vehicle or we would be more than happy to quote on transfers at additional cost.
NB: We are able to arrange private game drives or private transfers at additional cost, please inquire and we will gladly email you a quote.
Check-in time at the lodge is 14:00pm.
You will enjoy a lovely dinner and evening game drive the first day.
Child Policy:
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children are accommodated in the Luxury Lodge Family Rooms only.
Children under 3 are free.
Children between 3 and 6 years pay quarter price for accommodation packages, meals & game drives.
Children between 6 and 12 years pay half price for accommodation packages, meals & game drives.
A maximum of 2 children and 1 infant can be accommodated per room with a maximum of 2 adults sharing.
Main Destination: Garden Route Game Reserve (Garden Route)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
- Drinks not included
Day 2 - 2nd Night Garden Route Game Lodge BIG 5
The second day offers activities included as well optional activities and facilities to enjoy.
Breakfast and dinner is enjoyed on the second day with a morning and evening game drive.
Your package also includes a guided tour of the Reptile Encounters.
Enjoy the Spa and pool area at leisure, spa facilities and services at extra cost.
There is a lovely restaurant overlooking the reserve where you have the option of enjoying lunch at extra cost.
Main Destination: Garden Route Game Reserve (Garden Route)
Accommodation: Garden Route Game Lodge
- Luxury lodge located inside Garden Route GR
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
- Drinks not included
Day 3 - Garden Route Game Lodge BIG 5
Last day you will enjoy a morning game drive and breakfast before checking out at 10:00am.
Child Policy:
All activities forming part of the kids on Safari including extra game drives are included in your stay.
Dad and Mom are welcome to join the kids game drive at 2pm.
Child minders can be arranged during game drive times as well as meal times.
Child minding is done by Lodge staff at an additional cost.
NB: Transfers to the lodge and return are not included in the price but we would be more than happy to quote should you not want to self-drive to the lodge and return.
Private transfers or private game drives is optional at extra cost. Please inquire and we will gladly offer a quote.
Main Destination: Garden Route Game Reserve (Garden Route)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Drinks not included
Price for 3 Days Garden Route Big 5 Safari in the Western Cape / Rates Per Person
$385 per person when 1 person travels alone
$255 per person when 2 persons travel together
For a more accurate estimate, it's best to contact us directly and discuss your specific requirements and budget. We can provide you with a detailed quote based on your itinerary, group size, and preferred level of comfort
Cost Includes
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights(From/to home)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks