Tours Starting in Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth is situated 260 km from Knysna and approximately 800km from Cape Town. It is known for its sunshine and safe sandy beaches . For the tourist wanting a total South African experience, Port Elizabeth is the perfect gateway to the Garden Route, Durban Coast and the Western Cape. Our selection of Garden Route Tours will take you through the picturesque village of Knysna, the "Ostrich Capital" of Oudtshoorn and all end in Cape Town - the perfect location to further explore the Cape Peninsula and Winelands or experience the luxury of The Blue Train or Rovos Rail on a journey to Pretoria.