Botlierskop Garden Route Safari
Big Five on the Garden Route, Minutes from Mossel Bay
Overview
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve puts a genuine Big Five safari right on the Garden Route, a short drive from Mossel Bay and easy to fold into any coastal itinerary. Across 4,200 hectares of hills and river valley you track lion, elephant, buffalo and rhino, then return to tented suites that look out over the reserve. Two nights is enough to add a real bush chapter to a Cape Town to Garden Route road trip — and because it is malaria-free, the whole family can come along.
Botlierskop is known for more than game drives. Horseback safaris let you ride out among plains game, and elephant experiences bring you close to the reserve's gentle giants. The main lodge sits beneath a distinctive rocky peak, with a spa, pool and open-air dining that make the most of the Garden Route climate. It is the most accessible Big Five reserve on this stretch of coast.
Who It's For
Perfect for travellers already driving the Garden Route who want to add a short, malaria-free Big Five safari, and for couples or families short on time.
Package Highlights
On the Garden Route
Big Five minutes from Mossel Bay — no long detour
Horseback Safari
Ride out among zebra, giraffe and antelope
Elephant Experience
Meet the reserve's elephants up close
Tented Suites
River and bush views beneath a rocky peak
Malaria-Free
Safe and easy for the whole family
Perfect Short Break
Two nights adds real safari to any coastal trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive from Mossel Bay or George in time for lunch at the main lodge beneath its landmark peak. Settle into your tented suite, then head out on an afternoon game drive across the reserve's hills and river valley. Sundowners in the bush lead into dinner under the Garden Route sky.
🏨 Accommodation: Botlierskop Tented Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
Your Route
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Featured Lodges & Accommodation
Botlierskop Tented Lodge
📍 Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Luxury tented suites on raised decks with river and bush views, gathered around a main lodge with a spa, pool and open-air dining beneath the reserve's rocky peak.
From $340 per person per night
Botlierskop Bush Villas
📍 Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Self-contained villas set beside the water, ideal for families and small groups wanting a little extra space on a Garden Route safari.
From $260 per person per night
Pricing & Options
All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.
What's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- ✓ 2 nights lodge accommodation
- ✓ All meals and selected beverages
- ✓ Twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 vehicles
- ✓ One signature activity (horseback safari or elephant experience)
- ✓ Park and conservation fees
✗ Excluded
- ✗ Transfers to and from the reserve
- ✗ Flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Additional signature activities
- ✗ Spa treatments
- ✗ Gratuities
- ✗ Personal expenses
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Best Time to Travel
Botlierskop enjoys the mild Garden Route climate all year. Winter brings clear, cool days and strong game viewing, while summer is warm and green — and quieter in the shoulder months of autumn and spring.
Why Choose This Package
Big Five on the Coast
Botlierskop is the most accessible Big Five reserve on the Garden Route, minutes from Mossel Bay.
More Than a Game Drive
Horseback safaris and elephant experiences give you ways to meet the wild beyond the 4x4.
Easy to Add On
Two nights slot neatly into a Cape Town to Garden Route road trip without a long detour.
Malaria-Free and Family-Friendly
No tablets and gentle activities make this a relaxed safari for all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Experience the Botlierskop Garden Route Safari?
From $1,150 per person | 3 Days / 2 Nights
⚡ Limited availability for peak season 2026 — book early to secure your dates
