Garden Route Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
coastal region in southern South Africa
About Garden Route
The Garden Route is the name given to the 170kmMossel BaytoStorms Riversection of the 700km route betweenCape TownandGqeberha(formerly Port Elizabeth). This route, which runs roughly east-west, lies between theIndian Oceanto the south and the Langeberg-Outeniqua mountain range to the north. The mountain range is between 10 and 30km from the sea. On average, the area receives 700mm rain per annum with average summer high of 25°C and, at sea level, an average winter low of 7°C, though snow is often seen on the mountains during the winter months (July-August). The sea, which is fed by the warm Mozambique current has a typical temperature of 21°C. Since there are no easy routes inland from this section of coastline, the area has not attracted much industry other than forestry. With the devel
Top Attractions in Garden Route
Explore the best things to see and do in Garden Route:
- ★Ocean Safaris
- ★Otter Trail
- ★Outeniqua Trail
- ★Quad Adventures
- ★Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail
Where to Eat in Garden Route
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Hot Chocolate Cafe
Garden Route Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including: