Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour 14D/13N
Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour 14D/13N
Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour 14D/13N
14 Days Starting and ending in Cape Town, South Africa
Visiting: Cape Town, Cape Agulhas, Sedgefield, Jeffreys Bay, Oudtshoorn, Stellenbosch
Tour operator:
Tour code:
50964
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a 14-day adventure with the "Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour," where you'll spend a week volunteering to help disadvantaged children in Cape Town. Enjoy the vibrant city life, relax on beautiful beaches, and explore the stunning Garden Route. Experience the thrill of seeing extraordinary wildlife, including a game drive in Addo Elephant National Park. Canoe on the Wilderness lagoon, visit the picturesque town of Knysna, and marvel at the Cango Caves. This tour offers a perfect blend of meaningful volunteer work and unforgettable travel experiences in South Africa.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Dinner
On arrival in Cape Town Airport you will be transferred to your accommodation. Enjoy a delicious traditional South African BBQ in the evening.
Day 2 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast
Go on a walking tour of Cape Town. In the evening head back on the local bus to Table View where you can join the staff, guests and the locals at one of the restaurants or bars along the beachfront.
Day 3 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend some unforgettable days volunteering in a local school and working with disadvantaged children.
Day 4 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend some unforgettable days volunteering in a local school and working with disadvantaged children.
Day 5 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend some unforgettable days volunteering in a local school and working with disadvantaged children.
Day 6 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend some unforgettable days volunteering in a local school and working with disadvantaged children.
Day 7 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend some unforgettable days volunteering in a local school and working with disadvantaged children.
Day 8 : Cape Agulhas, South Africa
Location: Cape Agulhas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you'll embark on your Garden Route Roadtrip.
Day 9 : Cape Whale Coast - Hermanus - Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to the coastal town of Hermanus and go on a hike. Visit the penguin colony of Stony Point.
Day 10 : Cape Town, South Africa
Location: Sedgefield
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, go canoeing in Wilderness National Park, spot wildlife and settle at Sedgefield.
Day 11 : Sedgefield - Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Location: Jeffreys Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Knysna and visit Tsitsikamma national park. End the the day in Jeffreys Bay.
Day 12 : Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Location: Jeffreys Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast
Go on a game drive in Addo Elephant national park. Afterwards, go for a surf or just chill out in Jeffreys Bay.
Day 13 : Jeffreys Bay - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
Location: Oudtshoorn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will visit an ostrich farm and the Cango Caves en route to Oudtshoorn.
Day 14 : Oudtshoorn - Stellenbosch, South Africa
Location: Stellenbosch
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the morning strolling with rescued elephants (optional) before heading to Stellenbosch along the scenic Route 62.
What's Included
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Accommodation
13 nights in hostels: 9 nights in Cape Town, 1 night in Sedgefield, 2 nights in Jeffreys Bay, and 1 night in Oudtshoorn.
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Transport
All transportation as per itinerary.
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Meals
13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners.
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Extras
Donation to the project, T-shirt, Welcome orientation, and MyCiti bus pass.
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Sightseeing
Sightseeing as per itinerary.
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Activities
Some of the activities included in the itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature
Personal expenses are not included.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities are not included.
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Optional or extra leisure time activities and transport associated
Optional activities and associated transport are not included.
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Departure transfers
Departure transfers are not included.
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Flights, insurance, visa and any pre-arrival arrangements
Flights, travel insurance, visa, and any pre-arrival arrangements are not included.
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Lunch, drinks and meals not mentioned
Lunch, drinks, and meals not mentioned in the inclusions are not included.
Mode of Transport
All transportation is provided as per the itinerary, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 13 nights in hostels, with 9 nights in Cape Town, 1 night in Sedgefield, 2 nights in Jeffreys Bay, and 1 night in Oudtshoorn.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of volunteer work will I be doing in Cape Town?
You will be helping disadvantaged children in settlements with activities such as homework assistance, English lessons, developmental activities, and working in a vegetable garden. You may also be involved in supporting education and training, renovations, and building projects that uplift the community.
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What are the accommodation arrangements during the tour?
You will stay in hostels for 13 nights: 9 nights in Cape Town, 1 night in Sedgefield, 2 nights in Jeffreys Bay, and 1 night in Oudtshoorn.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners.
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Is there a guide provided for the tour?
No, the tour does not have a guide.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
All transportation as per the itinerary is included.
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What optional activities are available during the free days in Cape Town?
During the free days, you can relax on the beach or go on adventures such as shark-cage diving, skydiving, or sandboarding. You can also explore Table View's nightlife or visit local restaurants and bars.
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What activities are included in the Garden Route road trip?
The Garden Route road trip includes a canoe tour on the Wilderness lagoon, a visit to Knysna Heads, an optional bungee jump at Bloukrans Bridge, a visit to Tsitsikamma National Park, and a game drive at Addo Elephant National Park.
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What can I expect during the visit to Oudtshoorn?
In Oudtshoorn, you will tour an ostrich farm and visit the Cango Caves. You can choose between the Heritage Tour or the Adventure Tour in the caves. There is also an optional 4x4 game drive at Buffelsdrift Private Game Reserve.
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What is the significance of the Route 62 on the way back to Cape Town?
Route 62 is South Africa's famous country road, modeled after America's Route 66. It is the longest wine route in the Western Cape, offering opportunities for wine tasting and exploring small country towns.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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