20 Reasons why you should go on a Garden Route road trip

Endowed with an abundance of flora and close to 300 bird species, the Garden Route is a must for anyone planning a South African holiday.

The Garden Route lies between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. If you’re planning on venturing down this route, hire a car in Cape Town or Port Elizabeth today. South African Tourism recommends at least 4 days if you want to make the best of the scenery.

To truly see what South Africa’s Garden Route has to offer, here are 20 reasons why you should go on a Garden Route road trip.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The old Knysna Train Tracks. Have a great week Garden Routers! Photo by @dunehenrick Photo selected by @sharynhodges

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Beautiful capture by @captain_smulders of the Kaaimans River and abandoned Railway. Photo selected by @sharynhodges

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Epic sunset at Brenton On Sea by @eugenevdm. Photo selected by @sharynhodges.

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Oh Nature’s Valley you are truly special! Beautiful capture by @mrandymeyer. Photo by @sharynhodges

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Stunning photo by @vanessaxjoanna of the #cangocaves in #oudtshoorn

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Who would you share this with!? SUP in wilderness on the @gardenroute by @willem_dirk

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If you would like to have the freedom to explore the area you are visiting independently, you might want to look into car hire South Africa for the perfect set of wheels.

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