“In our final instalment of Mandi’s road trip across the country, we share with you her stops along the beautiful and lush Garden Route.”

In our final instalment of Mandi’s road trip across the country, we share with you her stops along the beautiful and lush Garden Route.  Popular for its natural diversity and beauty this magnificent part of the Cape Province is any visitor’s perfect paradise pick.  Enjoy the final images and review from her trip below!

Arriving in the surfer town of Plettenberg Bay, known to locals as Plett, the family made their first stop at Fynbos Ridge, where they spent two days here among the magnificent gardens and fynbos.

This Cape Dutch style country house is spacious and well appointed, and is only a few minutes away from the pristine beaches of Plettenberg Bay.

Secluded, tranquil and relaxed are the only words to describe this lovely lodge.  And apart from the freezing weather, the family had an amazing time here, marking the highlights of their trip as the wonderful gardens, views of the valley below and fynbos, perfect for the kids to roam free!

There are so many things to do in this amazing part of the Southern Cape that the family just didn’t have time to experience.

So here is a list of our top must-see and do activities:

–      Treetop canopy tours over the Tsitsikamma forest

–      Take a ferry on the Knysna Lagoon to the dramatic lagoon heads

–      Bungy jump off Africa’s largest bridge

–      Skydiving and scenic flights from the air

–      Visit the Birds of Eden aviary

–      Pop in at the Elephant Sanctuary and Knysna Elephant Park

–      Learn about the monkeys at Monkeyland

–      Ocean safaris of the surrounding bay where you can see dolphins, whales and seals

Their last stop on the route was at the villa at Hog Hollow in Crags near Plett.

The villa here is about 400 metres from the main lodge situated on the edge of an indigenous forest in a private nature reserve.  With panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the Tsitsikamma Mountains this really is one of the most beautiful and picturesque parts of the Garden Route.

The family absolutely loved this luxurious three bedroomed villa with open plan kitchen and comfy furnishings; there is even a nice covered pool area outside where the kids can swim and you can enjoy breakfast in the morning African sun. A big games area also allowed the family to enjoy more time together where table tennis matches where played daily.

The villa was very relaxing and with all the mod cons and service from the hotel, a real special treat for the family!

Mandi’s advice – this villa is perfect for families and groups of friends traveling together as one can enjoy the common areas here to socialize.

The family really had one unforgettable road trip, confirming the statement that local is indeed lekker!

If these lovely reviews from the past weeks have inspired you to visit any of these stops mentioned on Mandi’s trip, please contact us so we can help you plan it!