From the cinematic beauty of Cape Town to the rolling vineyards of Franschhoek, the tropical wilderness of KwaZulu-Natal and the soul-stirring Lowveld, this 13-day route captures South Africa’s diversity in its most refined form. Expect world-class service and royal luxury, stories that unfold in stillness and a sense of place that lingers long after you have left.
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Begin your journey at one of Cape Town’s most sought-after addresses, perfectly placed at the edge of the V&A Waterfront. Here, views stretch across Table Mountain, the harbour, and the Atlantic, best enjoyed from the rooftop pool at sunset. Your time is unstructured and yours to shape: scenic drives to Cape Point, penguin sightings at Boulders Beach, or long, indulgent dinners that rival the world’s best.
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Just an hour inland, the Winelands invite you to slow down. Your estate blends Cape Dutch architecture with contemporary refinement, offering poolside serenity and glasses of wine grown just metres away. Spend your days wandering through rose gardens, indulging in farm-to-table lunches, or exploring nearby cellars and galleries.Time bends here and days are remembered not by names, but by how they made you feel: soft, slow and deeply present.
Your next chapter unfolds in Phinda Private Game Reserve, where dense green bushveld replaces the city’s edge. This isn’t the arid safari often expected—it’s lush, alive, and bursting with wildlife. Phinda is known for its excellent Big Five sightings and a remarkable range of ecosystems that support everything from cheetah to black rhino.
Perched above a deep valley, your lodge is sculpted into the rocks, offering just six suites, each a quiet, intimate retreat with commanding views. Game drives are rich and rewarding, led by expert guides who read the land like a story. The pace slows, but the wildlife action heightens. Hospitality here is intuitive and quietly luxurious, unfolding not in grand gestures, but in the thoughtful details that make you feel completely cared for.
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Your final stop takes you deep into the Lowveld, where your lodge strikes a perfect balance between bold design and thoughtful hospitality. Set within a private reserve bordering Kruger National Park, this is safari at its most elevated, visually striking, deeply comfortable and rich in atmosphere.
Expect twice-daily game drives led by expert rangers and trackers, with high chances of Big Five sightings and special moments that unfold naturally in the wild. Back at the lodge, service is intuitive and personal with your favourite wine waiting at dinner, your preferences remembered without a word.
Evenings settle in around the fire, under velvet skies, with a sense of stillness that’s hard to describe and harder to forget. The perfect closing chapter to a journey designed with intention from start to finish.
This route is available all year round. January to May offers the perfect blend - sunny, warm days in Cape Town and Franschhoek, paired with lush, green landscapes and vibrant wildlife activity in both safari regions. While each destination has its own seasonal rhythm, this window strikes an ideal balance for experiencing South Africa’s coast, vineyards and wilderness at their most rewarding. That said, the remaining months each bring their own charm, whether it’s crisp winter air, golden light, or peak wildlife sightings in the bush.
