ACT TOURS PRESENTS: OUDTSHOORN EXPLORATION EXPERIENCE

TOUR INTRODUCTION

ACT Tours welcomes you to an unforgettable 8-day journey into the heart of South Africa’s Karoo. Experience the striking natural wonders, cultural charm, wildlife encounters, and dramatic mountain landscapes that make Oudtshoorn one of the most fascinating destinations in the country.

This curated itinerary combines serene road travel, historical landmarks, immersive wildlife experiences, and breathtaking scenic wonders. From the ancient limestone chambers of the Cango Caves to the rugged Swartberg Pass, the elegant farmland of the Klein Karoo, and the dramatic gorges of Meiringspoort, every day offers a new discovery.

Whether you seek adventure, history, scenic beauty, or relaxation, this journey offers a perfect balance of experiences and lasting memories.

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DAY 1 – BOKSBURG TO BLOEMFONTEIN

• Meet at PNP Towers – East Rand Mall at 07:30 AM
• Depart at 08:00 AM and begin your journey to Bloemfontein
• Enjoy en-route scenery of South Africa’s highveld grasslands
• Coffee stop en route (own expense)
• Continue toward Bloemfontein
• Lunch stop along the route (own expense)
• Arrive in Bloemfontein
• Check in and settle at your accommodation
• Dinner at your accommodation
• Enjoy a peaceful evening at leisure

Overnight: Bloemfontein
Meals: Dinner

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DAY 2 – BLOEMFONTEIN TO COLESBERG

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Check out and depart toward Colesberg
• Coffee stop along the way (own expense)
• Enjoy scenic Karoo landscapes en route
• Arrive in Colesberg and check in
• Relax and enjoy the tranquil small-town atmosphere
• Dinner at your accommodation
• Evening at leisure

Overnight: Colesberg
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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DAY 3 – COLESBERG TO OUDTSHOORN

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Check out and continue your journey to Oudtshoorn
• Coffee stop en route (own expense)
• Lunch stop along the way (own expense)
• Arrive in Oudtshoorn — welcome to the Klein Karoo
• Check in and relax at your accommodation
• Dinner at your accommodation
• Evening at leisure

Overnight: Oudtshoorn
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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DAY 4 – CANGO CAVES | SWARTBERG PASS | PRINCE ALBERT | MEIRINGSPOORT

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Depart for the Cango Caves

• Enjoy a guided Heritage Tour
• Explore ancient limestone chambers and breathtaking formations
  • Continue via Swartberg Mountain Pass
• Spectacular mountain scenery
• Photo stops and short scenic walks
  • Enjoy a light lunch included
  • Visit the charming town of Prince Albert
• Stroll through town or relax in the vehicle
  • Travel through the dramatic Meiringspoort Pass
• Stop at Meiringspoort Waterfall
• Optional dip in the plunge pool
  • Return to your accommodation
  • Dinner at your accommodation
  • Evening at leisure

Overnight: Oudtshoorn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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DAY 5 – CANGO WILDLIFE RANCH VIP EXPERIENCE

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Visit Cango Wildlife Ranch

• VIP behind-the-scenes guided experience
• Learn about wildlife rescue and conservation
• Opportunities to interact with select animals, including cheetah encounters
  • Return to your accommodation
  • Afternoon at leisure
  • Dinner at your accommodation

Overnight: Oudtshoorn
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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DAY 6 – SAFARI OSTRICH FARM | BUFFELSDRIFT AFRICAN BUSH SAFARI

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Visit Safari Ostrich Farm

• Guided tractor tour
• Learn about ostrich farming and interact with the birds
  • Enjoy a two-course lunch featuring ostrich fillet
  • Continue to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
• Guided 2-hour Bush Safari
• Spot wildlife: giraffe, hippo, buffalo, antelope, and more
  • Scenic viewpoint stop — admire Swartberg Mountains and Karoo plains
  • Return to your accommodation
  • Dinner at your accommodation

Overnight: Oudtshoorn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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DAY 7 – OUDTSHOORN TO COLESBERG

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Check out and begin your journey back to Colesberg
• Coffee stop en route (own expense)
• Arrive in Colesberg
• Check in and relax for the afternoon
• Dinner at your accommodation
• Evening at leisure

Overnight: Colesberg
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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DAY 8 – COLESBERG TO BOKSBURG

• Breakfast at your accommodation
• Check out and depart toward Boksburg
• Coffee stop en route (own expense)
• Lunch stop along the route (own expense)
• Continue toward Boksburg
• Arrive back at PNP Towers – East Rand Mall
• Tour concludes

Meals: Breakfast

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TOUR CLOSING

As this remarkable 8-day journey comes to an end, we reflect on the deep caverns of the Cango Caves, breathtaking mountain passes, fascinating wildlife interactions, and peaceful Karoo sunsets.

We hope the beauty and character of Oudtshoorn have enriched your spirit and left you with cherished memories — from the magnificent Swartberg Mountains to the humbling wildlife encounters at Buffelsdrift and the welcoming charm of each town along the way.

Thank you for choosing ACT Tours. We look forward to hosting you again on your next unforgettable adventure.