Route 62, South Africa - alternative route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth
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Route 62, South Africa

Route 62 is the delightfully scenic alternative route between Cape Town and Oudtshoorn on the Garden Route, meandering through the Breede River Valley and the Klein Karoo. 

The Route 62 is a tourist's delight. As well as spectacular scenery, Route 62 offers wine and port farms as well as exciting rides on Ostriches at one of the old ostrich palaces. You will drive along majestic mountains, scenic passes, sparkling rivers, vineyards and orchards – an absolute delight to the senses.

X-Factors of Route 62


  • Scenic alternative route to the N2
  • Explore the longest wine route in the world
  • Drive through two of the most diverse regions in the Cape
  • Wineries, game reserves, tribal art and hiking trails 



Riding an ostrich!
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Our Route 62 recommendations:
Route 62 demands leisurely exploration and makes the ideal self drive destination. Spend the day pottering along the Route 62 and visit some of the famous Port wines such as De Krans or the delicious Axehill made by the Mossop family.

Include a safari at at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve or get daring and climb through stalactites at the Cango Caves. The Route 62 is also where you will find cheesey little restaurants that serve superb traditional foods. Contact us for a Garden Route itinerary with a difference!

Fraai Uitzicht 1798
Fraai Uitzicht 1798 is a quirky, enchanting guesthouse in the midst of a working wine farm in the picturesque Robertson wine valley along Route 62; a perfect choice for food and wine fundies.
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Winelands Meander
Delight in a vinous treasure hunt along the Cape’s most renowned wine routes on this 14-day wine tour tasting award-winning wines and dining in world-class restaurants.
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