South African Overland Tours

Ideal for travellers with a sense of adventure and a love for the outdoors, our South African Overland Tours allow you to venture across the continent, stopping at remote destinations, camping overnight, and making every moment count. If you’ve dreamed of unique African explorations without limits, let us guide you on an unforgettable journey.

An Overland Tour of South Africa is a tour over a certain timeframe (we recommend at least 2 weeks). Throughout this time, we drive across the continent from one remarkable destination to the next, regularly stopping to appreciate the countryside, local markets, lovely scenery, and little towns with big character. Nothing is rushed, and we can change course as the tour continues. Our Overland Tours usually follow scenic routes and offer plenty of time for relaxation and reflection.

We travel in comfortable and luxurious 4-wheel drives and spend time connecting with guests to understand their bucket list of African adventures. South Africa is known for its rich biodiversity and wildlife, so many of our Overland Tours include these attractions. Nature immersion adventures lead to wildlife encounters at animal sanctuaries, game reserves, and national parks. You also get to interact with locals from traditional villages and communities around South Africa, for first-hand cultural experiences.

Adventure activities for your Overland Tour include surfing, kayaking, shark cage diving, zip-lining, and bungee jumping. For your spiritual wellness, hikes in nature and surrounding majestic landscapes can help you connect with your inner self.

Markets and Passes

Join Adventure Wellness Tours for a breathtaking journey through the Western Cape’s stunning mountain passes and most vibrant markets. Local creators, small businesses, budding chefs and talented artists come together to share their passions and connect through expression, and you’ll love the discoveries that lie ahead.

We begin with a peaceful drive over Sir Lowry’s Pass to the Elgin Railway Market (weekends only), a rustic market that is filled with local crafts, gifts, drinks, and treats. Then, we cross the picturesque Franschhoek Pass to the culinary haven of Franschhoek, where we’ll explore the town and enjoy a delicious lunch. Franschhoek has a fascinating history that dates back to the late 17th century, and that influence is still evident today in the town’s architecture, food, and wine culture.

This day trip ends with a scenic drive along Du Toitskloof Pass through Slanghoek Valley, followed by the awe-inspiring Bain’s Kloof Pass, where we stop at the popular Calabash Bush Pub for a refreshing drink. Our journey concludes at the lively 301 Market in Paarl for live music and a quintessential South African thirst quencher. You can count on us to guide you through exceptional Adventure Wellness escapes in South Africa!

Chapmans Peak in Cape Town South Africa
Simons Town in Cape Town South Africa
Vineyards in the mountains
Mountains with greenery around them

Travel Through the Karoo

Perfect for adventure and wellness seekers taking in all that the Western Cape has to offer, this day tour unveils wonderful destinations in quiet settings in the Karoo. We start with a morning departure to the charming town of Swellendam, traveling through the winding roads of Tradouw Pass towards the iconic and stunning Route 62.

Our first stop is in Barrydale, a quaint village with tons of character, where you can enjoy local cafes, shops, and a vibrant art scene. The vastness of the Karoo is perfect for mindfulness and reflection, and wellness retreats in scenic locations do wonders for the soul. As we continue along Route 62, our next stop is Ronnie’s Sex Shop, which is not a sex shop but an internationally renowned biker watering hole that is always a fun experience.

We then head back, however, there is an option to extend this tour to an excursion that leads to Oudtshoorn and the beautiful Garden Route. Our team of well-versed tour guides is here to show you beauty and adventure in South Africa.

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