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 Experience lions, elephants, and giraffes up close on a safari adventure in the legendary Addo Elephant National Park. Taste the magic of South African wine on a tour of the Winelands. Explore the most beautiful metropolis in the world – Cape Town. The Rainbow Nation welcomes us with its characteristic South African hospitality. Discover the best of South Africa!
Our South Africa gay group tour starts in the most beautiful metropolis in the world – Cape Town. The city is sure to captivate you. But even outside of Cape Town, unforgettable experiences await you – thanks to an adventure-packed itinerary including a boat tour, safari, hike, wine tasting, and much more. South Africa at its finest – a unique gay adventure tour!
• Adventure along the Garden Route
• Indulgence in the Winelands
• Cape Town – Pearl of the Cape
• Safari adventure in Addo Elephant National Park
Day 1
Your gay adventure begins! Upon your arrival at the Cape Town Airport, you’ll be greeted by your driver and taken to your hotel in the heart of Greenpoint, a trendy area of Cape Town with lively bars, restaurants, and clubs. In the afternoon (at the very latest), you’ll meet up with your guide and the other guys for an exciting tour of the city. You’ll quickly understand why Cape Town – also known as the Mother City – is considered the most beautiful city on earth. If the weather’s good, you’ll take a lift up to Table Mountain. From an altitude of 1,000 metres, you’ll have an absolutely breathtaking view of Cape Town and the endless ocean.
Meals Included: Dinner
Accommodation: Garden Court Victoria Junction Hotel, Cape Town
Day 2
Did you sleep well? Make sure to keep your eyes open on today’s ride along Chapman’s Peak Drive, a breathtaking coastal road that you may recognise from numerous car commercials. On your way to the Cape of Good Hope, you’ll drive past beaches of fine white sand and will be amazed by the dramatic cliffs and ocean waves with sea spray. After a photo stop at the Cape of Good Hope, you’ll head to your next highlight, Cape Point. By funicular (optional) or by foot, you’ll climb to the top of the most south westerly point of Africa. From here, you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view. You’ll end the second day of your gay adventure with a visit to the penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Garden Court Victoria Junction Hotel, Cape Town
Day 3
Today, you’ll take a trip to the sunny wine region in and around Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek. Idyllic vineyards, countryside, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines, and 300 years of history are waiting to be explored. You’ll start with a visit to a winery in Stellenbosch including wine tasting and a cellar tour. You’ll then continue to Rhebokskloof near Paarl, where a delicious chocolate and wine tasting has been arranged for you. If you still have some time afterwards, you’ll make a brief stop in the picturesque town of Franschhoek on your way back.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Garden Court Victoria Junction Hotel, Cape Town
Day 4
Today, you’ll leave Cape Town and head east on the legendary Garden Route. The destination of the day is Knysna, an idyllic holiday resort located on a broad lagoon. In the early evening, you’ll enjoy the spectacular lagoon directly from the water on a dreamy sunset boat tour.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna
Day 5
Another unforgettable boat trip awaits you in the neighbouring seaside resort of Plettenberg Bay. Make sure to keep watch for dolphins and seals, which are indigenous to the area in large numbers. The afternoon is free for you to explore on your own. Make the most of your gay holiday – take this time to enjoy the Knysna Waterfront or maybe take a ride in a double kayak!
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna
Day 6
Today you’ll continue along the Garden Route to Port Elizabeth. On the way there, you’ll stop in Plettenberg Bay where you can marvel at the white sandy beaches, shimmering turquoise waters, and rolling green hills that make the seaside town so special. While you’re here, you can also visit the Robberg Nature Reserve (additional fee, payable on site) where you can enjoy views across the bay to the Tsitsikamma Mountains with dramatic cliffs as well as the colony of Cape fur seals. You can also just spend a few hours relaxing on the beach. Afterwards, you’ll head off to the Monkeyland Sanctuary, which is home to more than 700 free-roaming primates, and which covers more than 12 hectares (30 acres) of indigenous forest.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Garden Court Kings Beach Hotel, Port Elizabeth
Day 7
After a hearty breakfast, a full-day safari adventure by coach through Addo Elephant National Park is on the agenda. Home to over 600 elephants as well as lions, buffaloes, black rhinos, leopards, and spotted hyenas, the park is the third largest national park in South Africa. It is also known for its plethora of birds. An unforgettable day is guaranteed. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can take part in a game drive in an open safari vehicle instead of by coach (additional fee, payable on site).
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Garden Court Kings Beach Hotel, Port Elizabeth
Day 8
Today with a heavy heart, you’ll leave the magical Addo region behind and head back along the Garden Route to Tsitsikamma National Park. On this coastal stretch of the Garden Route, you’ll find steep rocky cliffs, picturesque bays, wide sandy beaches, and dense evergreen rainforest – a true paradise!
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Tsitsikamma Village Inn, Storms River
Day 9
Get ready to explore Tsitsikamma National Park. The park is known for its ancient forest, pristine coastline, and beautiful rivers. On a hike, you’ll walk across the small beach and follow a boardwalk path that winds up and down through the coastal forest, offering fantastic views of the sea, the coast, and the estuary. The highlight of your hike is the 77-metre-long suspension bridge that spans the mouth of the Storm River and leads you to a pebble beach. From here, it is a steep climb up to a viewpoint with a fantastic view of the coast, but it’s definitely worth the effort!
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Tsitsikamma Village Inn, Storms River
Day 10
Sadly, your gay holiday is drawing to a close – but there’s still time to explore some more. You’ll head towards the Cape Region – to Stellenbosch. On the way, you’ll have the opportunity to make a few more sightseeing stops along the magical Garden Route. In the afternoon, you’ll reach the historic university town of Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa. Here you can raise a glass to your South African adventure in the evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch
Day 11
After a hearty breakfast, it’s time to say "farewell". Your individually arranged transfer will take you to the Cape Town Airport for your flight home (flights not included). Of course, you can extend your stay in Cape Town if you wish and have some more gay holiday fun!
Meals Included: Breakfast
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