- Number of tours
- 8
- Age Range
- 12-100
- Number of reviews
- 475
- Response rate
- 100%
- Response time
- within 1 day
Hotspots2c Reviews (472)
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Geetha
Written on December 27th, 2024I highly recommend this tour for everyone who likes to get the highlights of SA. Very well organized, great accommodations, full of activities and of course gre…Read more - A
Adrian
Written on September 30th, 202410/5 - Everything amazing, well timed and a wonderful experience. Isaac is lovely and the best guide and person. The activities were very engaging and with a go…Read more - A
Caro
Written on September 30th, 2024Very good, very informative. There was always a nice atmosphere ; you could talk about anything with anyone and there was so much to learn and see! The best tou…Read more - A
Louisa
Written on August 18th, 2024TK is the best driver guide and very good music taste for the journey in the bus. Good activities along the way, very nice accommodations. All meals are not inc…Read more - A
Paige
Written on May 28th, 2024It was truly the best trip. I've taken this day and tour guide Maudi made the experience even more amazing. 10/10 highly recommend! Entire trip was great! Aweso…Read more - A
Paulina
Written on May 28th, 2024It was truly the best trip. I've taken this day and tour guide Maudi made the experience even more amazing. 10/10 highly recommend! Entire trip was great! Aweso…Read more - A
Elena
Written on May 12th, 2024When I booked this tour I had no idea that I was arranging to have one of the most amazing experiences of my life. No itinerary could have prepared me for the l…Read more - A
Caio
Written on May 12th, 2024It was a wonderful experience and the guide Uriel made everything so much better. These days I'll never forget. South Africa will forever have special place in …Read more - A
Krishma
Written on May 12th, 2024Amazing experience made even better by our tour guide. Nothing was too much effort, he did all in his pwer to make the tour so special for us. All I can say is …Read more - A
Jaqueline
Written on May 12th, 2024Isaac always took good care of us and made us feel safe. He is such a friendly guide, who is teaching us about culture and history while driving along beautiful…Read more
Hotspots2c Tours
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4 day Garden Route's Best Selection Micro Group Tour from Cape Town
3 day Garden Route + Safari Highlights Tour from Cape Town
5 day Best of South Africa Highlights: Garden Route with Addo National Park
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Questions & Answers
How many other people will be on the tour?
It depends on how many other people book, but usually the group sizes range from 4 to 12 people per tour. We run small group tours with no more than 13 travellers per vehicle or tour guide. This small group size lend a more personal touch to our tours, and keep the itinerary options a bit more flexible.
Do I need to change money before the tour?
We don’t recommend carrying large amounts of cash. We recommend withdrawing cash from ATMs during the tour. Please ensure your bank is aware that you will be travelling.
Is there an age limit? Can children join?
No, children under the age of 12 years are not allowed on scheduled group tour packages. Children under 18 years (from 12 to 17 years) of age must be accompanied by a suitable or suitably qualified, fare paying adult companion. We do not have a maximum age limit requirement, but tours are designed for young-at-heart travellers. At the discretion of Hotspots2c management, we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received for consideration.
What to pack and how much luggage is allowed per person?
Each fare paying passenger is permitted to take, free of charge and at own risk, two pieces of luggage of a total mass not exceeding 35 pounds (20kg). Contact us a well in advance to make arrangements for extra luggage. – Pack light. A backpack is ideal for shorter trips. Bring a warm jacket for cold evenings or open vehicle 4×4 game drives. Insect repellent & sunscreen lotion is advisable. Remember to pack comfortable walking shoes, a hat for hikes and please bring your own beach towel.
Can I request changes on the scheduled group itinerary mentioned?
If you are joining a scheduled tour, the itinerary is set and cannot be changes to each person’s needs. Tour itineraries are listed as guidelines and are subject to change without notice. All highlights included in the tour will be visited, but in no specific order. Do contact us to request a private tour quote if you are with a group of friends or family that would like to depart on an alternative date. We can offer a more expensive, but exclusive tour to suite your group’s specific needs.
How flexible are scheduled tour departure dates?
Group tours have set departure dates and cannot be changed. Scheduled group tours are guaranteed to go, so you never have to worry about your tour being cancelled at the last minute. Once you’ve booked and paid, that’s it – you’re going, guaranteed. Do contact us to request a private tour quote if you are with a group of friends or family that would like to depart on an alternative date. We can offer a more expensive, but exclusive tour to suite your group’s specific needs.
If the meals are not included in the tour price, will I need to pack food?
Meals are usually not included, but there are plenty of time to buy food on tour. This offers the ideal opportunity to experience typical South African cuisine at local eating spots. - Breakfast for each overnight stay is available to purchase at your overnight accommodation or you buy a snack from supermarkets the previous evening. 3-star luxury B&B accommodation packages include a full breakfast for each overnight stay. - Lunch will be en route with limited time & limited options to choose from. - Dine at famous restaurants; or book meals with the overnight accommodation. Your guide can advise you and transport you to the best local restaurants each night. Some backpackers even have communal kitchens to prepare your own food, if you wish to buy the ingredients on tour to prepare your own meals.
What to do if I do not want to partake in optional activities scheduled on tour?
Optional activities are offered and scheduled as part of the tour’s free-time to personalise your trip. It is not compulsory, but it turns a great trip into an unforgettable one. If you do not wish to join a specific optional activity – no worries, you can then relax or explore the surrounding area.
Do I need to book Optional Activities in advance?
All optional activities scheduled on the tour are already reserved for the whole tour group by our operations team. Some optional activities are subject to weather conditions and can therefore only be paid and confirmed on the day of the activity. Take your credit or debit card on the tour, as most activity providers and shops accept card payments, or your tour guide can take you to an ATM to draw cash as you need it.
Can I upgrade to luxury 3-star B&B accommodation option?
Yes, simply add a note on your booking request to receive the upgrade fee applicable. Budget accommodation packages stay at backpacker hostels with lively atmosphere, while the 3-star luxury B&B accommodation options overnight at cosy guesthouses in a peaceful environment, situated away from the backpackers accommodation. Luxury guest house rooms offer en suite bathrooms and include breakfast for each overnight stay.
We are a couple and would like to have a private room each night. Is this possible?
Please inform us your bed room preference when booking, as we can offer a wide variety of room allocations to choose from: - Single bed room package is suitable for 1 person in a private room. - Double bed room package offers a double bed to share in a private room. Minimum 2 people per booking required. - Twin bed room package offers 2 single beds in a private room. Minimum 2 per booking required. - Dorm room package offers a single bunk bed to share the room and communal bathroom with up to 12 other travellers.
Does overnight accommodation always include private bathroom facilities?
No, our tour packages offer two types of accommodation options: Budget backpacker hostels with shared bathrooms or Luxury 3-star or 4-star Guest house B&B accommodation with ensuite private bathrooms. Some budget accommodation providers may offer private bathrooms for private rooms – but this is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Please ask about this specifically when booking.
What time will I get back on the last day of the tour?
Usually our tours are action packed and run until early evening or late afternoon – any time between 6pm to 10pm. We cannot advise an exact time that you will be dropped-off at the original departure point in Cape Town or Stellenbosch. It is not advisable to plan any scheduled arrangements (especially flights) for the first or last day of the tour; as traffic and weather can delay the approximate pick-up and drop-off times. hotspots2c makes all reasonable effort to keep to the tour’s timetable and no liability whatsoever can be accepted for unplanned changes or late arrivals due to factors out of our control.
Where and when will I get picked-up on the first day of the tour?
Our included pick-up service can collect you from your accommodation in Cape Town, within a maximum ± 10km radius of the city center or from Stellenbosch. Pick-up times are early in the morning. Exact pick-up times are only advised a day before the tour depart, as we first need to wait for the most updated list of travelers and pick-up points to map out a suitable pick-up route. The free transfer shuttle will collect all travelers en route, with pickup times ranging from ±6am to 8am. Please contact us and check-in a day before your tour depart to get your more exact pick-up time.
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