Spend two months conquering the ultimate South Africa route. This is the "Full Circle" route—a grand expedition that connects the cold Atlantic, the red desert dunes of the Kalahari, the jagged Drakensberg peaks, and the subtropical Indian Ocean coastline. Unlike any other itinerary, this route takes you through the desolate beauty of the Northern Cape and the Wild Coast, requiring resilience, a love for the open road, and a high-clearance vehicle.
Expect a journey of contrasts: from the world-class dining of the Winelands to the complete off-grid silence of the Tankwa Karoo and the tribal heartlands of the Eastern Cape.
Total Driving Distance: ~5,800 km (3,600 miles)
Route: Cape Town → West Coast → Cederberg → Riemvasmaak/Augrabies → Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park → Tankwa Karoo → Winelands → Whale Coast → Garden Route → Addo NP → Wild Coast (Coffee Bay) → Drakensberg → Golden Gate NP → Kruger NP → Eswatini → St Lucia → Ballito → Durban Airport
Best Time to Go: For a trip this long, September to October or between March to May is best.
