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6-Day Addo & Eastern Cape Coast

Elephant country in Addo Elephant National Park with optional Eastern Cape coastline time.

6 Days
South Africa
Addo · Eastern Cape

Journey overview

Elephant country in Addo Elephant National Park with optional Eastern Cape coastline time.

Dry-season Greater Kruger from May–September, with Cape Town and the Winelands as a breathing finish.

This is a starting point. We refine lodges, flying days and pacing around who is travelling, the season and how you like to spend a safari afternoon.

Regions on this journey

This route focuses on Addo · Eastern Cape. We adjust lodge choice, flight legs and the number of nights in each area to match your season and travel style.

Planning notes

Travel style: Safari & coast. Malaria-free region.

Activities on this journey

  • Private game drives in Greater Kruger reserves
  • Cape Town city and peninsula touring
  • Winelands tastings and garden routes
  • Whale watching on the southern coast
  • Bush walks with specialist guides

How to get there

Johannesburg and Cape Town are major hubs. Scheduled and charter flights connect Kruger reserves; self-drive suits the Cape and Garden Route.

Climate

The interior bushveld dry season runs May to September. Cape Town has a Mediterranean climate — warm dry summers and cooler wet winters. The Garden Route is mild year-round.

Best time to visit

May to September for safari; September to November for whales near Hermanus. We often finish with Cape Town or the Winelands after bush time.

Information & facts

Wildlife you may encounter

  • Big Five in private reserves
  • Cape mountain zebra and bontebok
  • Marine life including southern right whales
  • Rich birdlife in fynbos and bushveld
  • Rhino conservation projects in select reserves

Quick facts

  • Safari, wine and coast combine in one country
  • Private reserves allow off-road viewing
  • Strong infrastructure supports mixed-pace trips

Inclusions

  • Accommodation as outlined
  • Park fees where stated in your proposal
  • Expert guiding on scheduled safari days
  • Meals as specified in your final itinerary

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Premium drinks unless stated
  • Gorilla/chimpanzee permits where applicable (quoted separately)
  • Items of a personal nature
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