Stretching
along South Africa's south-western coastline is the
scenic Garden Route. Encompassing the popular Whale
Route,
the route is studded with quaint seaside resorts, whale
spotting points and nature reserves.
The tour can be
run from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth or vice versa.
It is a relaxing meander winding its way through indigenous
forests, past breathtaking coastlines and magnificent
scenery, stopping along the way for a night or two at
each village. Here one has the opportunity to spot passing
whales and dolphins, as well as sample the delicious
local oysters.
Popular stop-overs
include Knysna Lagoon, Plettenburg Bay, Hermanus, Port
Elizabeth and the Tsitsikamma Forest.