Pioneer Heritage Tour

7 Day 6 Night Guided Self Drive

Join us for a self drive adventure for the whole family, in the footsteps of several Pioneer oxwagon “"Trekkers," across mountain passes, only accessible by 4x4 vehicles. This 450km route is rich in history, bird life and 6000 plant species, of which 40% are endemic to the region. It crosses several spectacular mountain passes and bridges, designed by award winning engineers of the 18th century.

We drive through valleys and rivers on old oxwagan tracks, visit bushman paintings, gold mines and an award winning wine cellar, to name but a few. We sleep over in bush camps in mother nature with hot and cold running water, as well as ablution facilities.  Enjoy activities such as swimming, horse riding, canoeing and so much more to keep the whole family entertained.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Pioneer Heritage Tour

Tour Starting Date: Any date specified by clients, this is a private tour .

All information is compiled from the latest information available at the time.  The activity times are subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of the guide.

This 4x4 adventure is subject to a minimum of six vehicles and a maximum of twelve.

VEHICLES:

  • 4x4 Vehicles with low range can be accommodated.
  • (If you are unsure please speak to us).

GRADING:

  • Route grading 1-3 (Weather dependant).
  • You will be informed of all 4x4 Trail gradings on farms visited by our guides on the various days.

 

Pioneer Heritage Tour

DAY 1

RENDEZVOUS:

  • Where:ENGEN 1-STOP on the N2, Heidelberg (Cape).
  • Time: 10:30am SHARP.  PLEASE BE ON TIME
  • Briefing on activities and convoy driving for the day.
  • Lunch: Picnic en-route.
  • Arrive at Bonniedale Farm, set up camp.
  • Enjoy a self-catered supper and a communal braai while getting to know your fellow adventures.

DAY 2 

  • Spend this day at your leisure, enjoying the activities Bonniedale farm has to offer.
  • 4x4 Trail.
  • Enjoy a self-catered supper and a communal braai

DAY 3

  • Briefing on activities and convoy driving for the day.
  • Lunch: Picnic en-route 
  • Arrive at Minwater Farm, set up camp.
  • Enjoy a self-catered supper and a communal braai.

DAY 4

  • Briefing on activities and convoy driving for the day.
  • 4x4 Trail
  • Arrive at Louvain Farm, set up camp.
  • Enjoy a self-catered supper and a communal braai.

DAY 5

  • Briefing on activities and convoy driving for the day.
  • Arrive in the Knysna forest, set up camp.
  • Enjoy a self-catered supper and a communal braai.

DAY 6

  • Briefing on activities and convoy driving for the day.
  • Arrive at Burchells, set up camp.
  • Enjoy a self-catered supper and a communal braai.

DAY 7

  • Briefing on activities and convoy driving for the day.
  • 4x4 Trail.
  • End of tour. Lunch at this venue or hit the road home.

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS:

  • All vehicles must be in sound mechanical condition.  
  • Recovery points fitted to the front and rear on your vehicle is a prerequisite.
  • Your own Kinetic/recovery strap.  
  • Tyre pump and pressure gauge will be required to deflate/inflate tyres.  

FUEL STOPS EN-ROUTE:

  • There will be one fuel stop on day 4.

* PLEASE NOTE:  NO PETS ALLOWED

CATERING

  • Everyone must be totally self-sufficient for all meals for the duration of the trip.  We should be able to replenish certain supplies on day 4.

ACCOMMODATION:

  • Camping, everyone must be equipped accordingly.

ABLUTION FACILITIES:

  • Ablution facilities are available at all campsites, please bring own toilet paper.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

  • Water can be replenished en-route but it is always advisable to carry sufficient drinking water.
  • Wood is available to purchase at all campsites.
  • ICE –replenish ice wherever possible.
  • Electricity is not available at any of the campsites.
  • A communal braai site will be available at each campsite.Remember braai grid, braai stand, and tongs, eating utensils, table, chairs, tent and poles. 
  • The days could be warm pack clothing accordingly.
  • Advisable to wear comfortable closed shoes or boots.
  • Have a broad rim hat and sun block on hand.
  • Shade cannot be guaranteed.
  • Remember to bring your cameras and video cameras.
  • Garbage - What you take in , you take out.

INCLUDED:

  • All facilitating and organizing fees.
  • All guide fees.
  • All camp fees.
  • All permit fees.
  • All Route fees.
  • All Trail fees, on farms visited
  • Wine tasting entrance fees.
  • Mine Tour fees.

EXCLUDED:

  • Any additional activities you may wish to do en-route.
  • All food and drinks.
  • Braai wood.

COST:

  • R3550.00 per vehicle including driver.
  • R850.00 per passenger.
  • R460.00 children 10yrs and younger.
  • R200-00 radio hire, should your vehicle not be fitted with a 29 MHz radio.
    • (Limited amount available, book early)

BOOKING AND PAYMENT CONDITIONS:

  • A 50% deposit is payable into the account of Honeybee Outeniqua two working days after the booking form and bank details have been forwarded to you. The full outstanding balance must be paid seven working days prior to the event.   
  • Honeybee Outeniqua only confirms a booking upon receipt of proof of payment and completed and signed booking form. 
  • Should you wish to join us on this adventure, please contact Karina on our Team page alternately download the booking form on the right top of our webpage.