Head to Cape Town and drive South Africa’s Garden Route

As well as having an impressive city Centre, Cape Town is surrounded by some of South Africa's most awe-inspiring natural landscapes, which all contribute to it being referred to as the most beautiful city in the world. Here we take you through a popular and picturesque driving route from Cape Town – the Garden Route – where you can laze on gorgeous sandy beaches, explore ancient forests that provide sanctuary to a range of flora and fauna, and spot endangered whales in vast oceans. Talk to Brightsun Travel about some of our Cape Town cheap flights offers and secure your next trip to this amazing part of the world.  

Beaches
The Garden Route surrounding Cape Town and up to George boasts some of the best beaches in the country, and a coastline backed by ancient forests, a combination that makes the region one of South Africa’s most beautiful.

Forests
Head to the Tsitsikamma National Park, or the Garden Route National Park, a protected area in the Garden Route, and explore indigenous forests and rocky coastlines that make up some of the most eye-catching scenery in the country.

Camping
In Tsitsikamma National Park, nestled between the mountains and the ocean, you will find camps where you can stay overnight, plus mountain trails and dune safari options to suit adventurous side trips.

Wildlife
All across the Garden Route you will discover a variety of ecosystems, that could have you swimming amongst pristine coral reefs, spotting rare birds in magical forests and watching endangered whales in sparkling oceans.

Mountains
Head as far as George on the Garden Route you could take the historic Montagu Pass, a 10 kilometre mountain road through the Outeniqua Mountains, which passes through valleys, lakes and forests.

Vineyards
Along the Garden Route, and just outside Cape Town, you could stop at world class vineyards, like Stellenbosch and Cape Point vineyards, and taste some of the best wine coming out of the continent.

Flights
Brightsun Travel has a wide range of cheap flights to Cape Town, from major UK airports, including direct flights from London with British Airways taking less than 12 hours. Fly British Airways and you will experience ergonomically designed seats, personal flat screens and on-demand entertainment in Economy class. Or, upgrade to Premier Economy and experience more privacy, space and comfort in dedicated cabins. And, for the ultimate in luxury travel, British Airways offers Club World and First class flying experiences that come with fully flat beds, 3 course meals designed by leading chefs, plus exclusive lounge access.