12 nights in various surfing locations along the Garden Route
The Garden Route Surfari
12 nights in various surfing locations along the Garden Route
The Garden Route Surfari

Your adventure mapped

– 1 Night in Port Elizabeth – The Russel Guesthouse

-2 Nights in Jeffrey’s Bay – African Ubuntu Backpackers

– 2 Nights in Knysna – The Russel Hotel

– 2 Nights in Vic Bay – Surfari Resort

– 2 Nights in Hermanus – Hermanus Surf Lodge

– 3 Night in Muizenberg – Blue Bottle Guesthouse

12 Nights in total from ZAR 5 170 PP (Contact for live rates)

Go on a self drive adventure and discover great surfing sites on the Garden Route. Start your journey in Port Elizabeth and the road will lead you to some awesome locations all the way to Cape Town. This itinerary was designed for avid surfers, but also for anyone that is keen to learn to surf, as each location has a surf school.

The pricing excludes a vehicle, but if you want to rent a vehicle, we can arrange that.

How to get started?

Your journey begins 

1 night in Port Elizabeth at The Russel Hotel

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Start your adventure in the "windy city"

Port Elizabeth offers some amazing surf breaks for surfers of all levels. 

Your first nights stay will be at The Russel Guest House which is located in the quiet suburb of Summerstrand; just 3 minutes’ walk from the beach. The property offers semi-luxurious accommodation, free secure parking and offers a garden with pool.

Your adventure continues 

2 nights in Jeffrey’s Bay at African Ubuntu Backpackers

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Explore South Africa's surfing mecca...

Relax and have fun in surfers haven. Jeffrey’s Bay is considered as one of the top surf locations in the world.

African Ubuntu caters to fun-loving people looking for an epic yet affordable base. Its a mere 100m to the beach & magical Supertubes, and there are great wave-views from around the house. 

The team at African Ubuntu follow a simple philosophy of CONSCIOUS LIVING which ensures a happy, relaxed and harmonious space. 

Included: Private Room only

YOUR ADVENTURE CONTINUES 

2 nights in Knysna at The Russel Hotel

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The Heart of the Garden Route...

Sleep two night’s in the vibey town of Knysna and spend your full day to explore some great surf spots around this area. Buffalo Bay is a great place to explore and only a 20 minute drive away.

The Russel Hotel, which is situated in the picturesque town of Knysna and sister hotel of The Russel in Port Elizabeth, is a modern 3-star hotel that offers luxurious accommodation, free private parking and is within walking distance of Knysna’s popular attractions.

The Russel Hotel serves up a hearty traditional South African breakfast for your enjoyment. Each item has been made with fresh home-grown ingredients for some local goodness. An English breakfast is also available should you prefer.
As the hotel is situated in the middle of town, local activities are just a few kilometres away.

Included: Bed & Breakfast

YOUR ADVENTURE CONTINUES 

2 nights in Victoria Bay at Surfari Resort

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Experience World-Class Surfing...

Vic Bay is a very small coastal town outside George and known to be a top-class surfers paradise.

Spend two nights at Surfari Resort which is perched within the picturesque coastal forest above Victoria Bay, Surfari offers you a safe and spacious haven from which to take in the serene view of the nearby ocean and the stunning vegetation that frames it.

Included: Private Room only

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2 nights in Hermanus at Hermanus Surf Lodge

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Join the buzz in Hermanus...

Hermanus is a small beach town 2 hours drive up the East Coast of Cape Town and is world renowned for its whale watching , hiking, surfing and wine valleys. 

The surf lodge is situated in the town centre 300 m from the ocean and mountains. The lodge offers morning yoga classes , surf lessons, sea kayaking, whale boat tours and wine tours. There are many uncrowded surf spots in Hermanus ranging from beach breaks for beginners to reef and point breaks for more experienced surfers.

Ryan the owner and surf guide is always at hand to make sure that guests get the best surf conditions of the day during your stay at the lodge. 
The lodge offers breakfast and smoothies and braai options for the evenings. .  Free use of surf gear and bicycles for international visitors are also availableto use .
 
Included: Room Only and meals at own cost

YOUR ADVENTURE CONTINUES 

3 nights in Muizenberg at Blue Bottle Guesthouse

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Experience Surfer's Corner

Muizenberg is one of the best spots to learn to surf.  It is situated where the shore of the Cape Peninsula curves round to the east on the False Bay. 

Spend three night’s at Blue Bottle Guesthouse and one day of volunteering at the local surf lounge academy. 

At Blue Bottle you stay in luxury where each room has  gorgeous ocean, lake and mountain views and is named after a butterfly from the family of butterflies called ‘blues’. Each butterfly as uniquely beautiful as  each of the rooms. All  rooms have en-suite bathrooms (except one which is separate) and are individually decorated and serviced daily.

Included: Bed & Breakfast

The END OF THE ROAD….for now

 

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  • Each of the rooms comes with a TV with DSTV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea-and-coffee-making facilities and has en suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and fluffy fresh towels.
  • A Breakfast with a personal touch is served; it includes freshly-baked muffins, homemade bread, and breakfast in a jar. 
  • Included: Bed & Breakfast