The Garden Route is one of the "must visit" destinations when planning a holiday to South Africa. The reason the south-eastern coast is called the garden route is down to the amount of diverse vegetation and stunning lagoons dotted around the coast.
The garden route is known as one of the best drives in the world with its stunning views. If you wanted to extend the route you could do a drive from Cape Town to the ‘Big Five’ game reserves in the Eastern Cape.
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Driving along the garden route you will see the magnificent views of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans clashing against the coast. Whales and dolphins can often be seen amongst the sheltered bays as well as a large variety of tropical fish and rare birds.
The pleasant year round climate makes the regions indoor and outdoor activities available all year round. There are several game reserves nearby making it the perfect time to see some of the stunning animals such as lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo and leopards in their natural habitat.
Head to Knysna for a taste of the finer things, surrounded by beautiful lagoons and ancient forests. Knysna was once the centre of the timber industry in South Africa supplying yellowwood for railway lines shipping and house building. Knysna still has many shops specialising in woodwork and traditional furniture. For some well-deserved relaxation, retail therapy or sampling some of the locally brewed beer Knysna has it all.
Historic sleepy towns, desert, beautiful fauna and wildlife make a trip to the Garden Route a truly diverse holiday destination. You can stop off at many of the towns and take in the local culture or find a spot at one of the many small beaches and take in the sunshine.
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High on the must see list for people visiting South Africa is the garden route. You and your partner will find it hard not to be seduced by its glorious natural beauty. A mix of mountain hideaways, ancient forests, modern shopping centres and secluded artist communities. Many travellers fall in love with its magnificent stretch of coastline and return time and time again.
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Along the garden route the magnificent Atlantic and Indian Oceans clash against the coast. Whales and dolphins can be spotted amongst the sheltered bays and waterfalls feed into the leafy green forests. The semi-Mediterranean climate makes the regions indoor and outdoor activities available all year round. Visit one of several game reserves and see some of the stunning animals such as lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo and leopards in their natural habitat.
Other activities involving animals include elephant-back rides, feeding tame eels, stroking a cheetah and riding an ostrich. Visit Oudtshoorn which lies between the Swartberg Mountains and Outeniqua range. Here you can visit the Cango Caves, an underground network of stunning colourful limestone caverns. Relax away from the heat with a visit to Boulders Lodge & Spa for a deluxe pamper treat with your partner.
For a taste of the finer things head to Knysna, surrounded by ancient forests and a beautiful lagoon. Formerly the centre of the timber industry supplying yellowwood for railway lines shipping and house building. Knysna is still home to shops specialising in woodwork and traditional furniture. Whether you’re after some relaxation, trendy shopping or sampling locally brewed beer Knysna has it all.
Sedgefield’s renowned Wild Oats Community Farmers’ Market is also worth a visit. Residents produce a wide variety of arts and crafts every Saturday. Couples can go for a romantic horseride across the nearby beach or for the more adventurous take the opportunity to go paragliding.
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