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Where ever you are, you've most probably heard about the Garden Route, and rightly so, for this is one of the most magnificent, awe-inspiring stretches of land in South Africa, if not the world, with majestic mountains, breathtaking views, a natural garden of rich, colourful vistas, with valleys and lakes, rivers and forests, a paradise for bird-lovers and nature lovers, an eco-destination like few others in the world, with miles upon miles of beautiful, white sandy beaches and a zillion things to do and explore.
The coastal area between Swellendam and Humansdorp is known as the Garden Route. It is situated about 280km from Cape Town and is one of South Africa's richest botanical treasures and it is characterised by its picturesque coves, secluded beaches, steep cliffs and indigenous forests. Just inland, high mountain ranges cause precipitation of up to 2,500mm a year.
Behind the mountains, the rainfall quickly diminishes to around 250mm per year. Despite this precipitation, one cannot say that the Garden Route lies in a high rainfall area. Rain showers are brief but intense and occur mostly at night. The name of this area originates from the first inhabitants, who migrated to this area and thought they had found the Garden of Eden. The Tsitsikamma Coastal National Park must be the highlight of the area, consisting of untouched forest and coastal areas through which beautiful hiking trails meander.
Our Tours to This Region
 Golf: The Garden Route
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