Hotels in Garden Route, South Africa

The Garden Route stretches 200 km along South Africa's southern coast between Mossel Bay and Storms River, famous for its lush forests, dramatic cliffs, and calm lagoons. The climate is mild year-round-summer (December to February) hits 75°F (24°C), perfect for hiking in Tsitsikamma National Park or kayaking in Knysna Lagoon; winter (June to August) stays around 55°F (13°C), ideal for whale watching in Hermanus from June through November. In the west, Knysna is your go-to for fresh oysters and forest walks, while Plettenberg Bay offers sandy beaches and marine life-try bungee jumping off Bloukrans Bridge, the world's highest commercial bridge bungee at 709 feet (216 meters).