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Day 1 – Arrive Johannesburg
After being fast tracked through Immigration you will collect your luggage and be escorted to the City Lodge for an evening at leisure. Time for a tipple or a cuppa tea before bed.
Overnight: City Lodge
Day 2 – Stanford
Return to the airport to fly to Cape Town and drive to the Overburg. On arrival at Coot Club, settle into your boathouse before taking a paddle on the lagoon, or simply enjoying the stillness of the reserve from your veranda. As the sun dips we will gather for a welcome dinner in the Clubhouse, savouring farm-to-table dishes and good company.
Overnight: Coot Club (B / L / D)
Day 3 – Stanford
After a wholesome breakfast we will join a guided morning walk through the milkwood forest and coastal fynbos – a haven for birdlife from fish eagles to flamingos. Return to the Club for a light lunch before heading out for a private wine tasting in the Stanford wine region, visiting a nearby estate for a tasting that may include award-winning Pinot Noir or a regional MCC paired with local cheeses. Dinner will be enjoyed back at Coot Club.
Overnight: Coot Club (B / L / D)
Day 4 – Stanford
Today we will sip, savour and stroll around the quaint village of Stanford, following a route that showcases local artisans, farmers, and artists. Our intimate tour includes lunch at Madré and dessert at Go Slow Bakery & Deli – a perfect introduction to Stanford’s culinary and creative community. Return home for dinner this evening by the lake.
Coot Club (B / L / D)
Day 5 – Capetown
You may choose to enjoy a walk or paddle
on the lake before we head to the Mother City for a change of pace. After checking in, we will stretch our legs with a relaxed walk around the famous V&A Waterfront before enjoying a chilled glass of wine overlooking the harbour, followed by a fresh seafood dinner with Table Mountain as our backdrop.
Overnight: Gorgeous George (B / D)
Day 6 – Capetown
After breakfast we will ascend Table Mountain by cable car, taking in panoramic views from the city to the ocean. Back at sea level, we will explore the colourful cobbled streets of Bo Kaap on a walking tour, uncovering stories of heritage, spice routes and resilience. A Cape Malay cooking class will result in us dining on our culinary creations before the afternoon is yours to unwind with a rooftop cocktail or indulge in a bit of shopping along the vibrant streets around our hotel. We will rendezvous for dinner early this evening.
Overnight: Gorgeous George (B / L / D)
Day 7 – Capetown
Today is a beautifully curated journey along the Cape Peninsula, starting with a stop in Kalk Bay to visit a women-run collective, before continuing to the historic naval town of Simon’s Town. We will cross the peninsula to wind our way through quiet coastal villages to reach Camps Bay via the iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive. As the sun begins to dip, we will enjoy sunset drinks overlooking the beach before returning to the city for an evening at leisure.
Overnight: Gorgeous George (B / L)
Day 8 – Capetown
Pursue your passion today. You might tee off on one of Cape Town’s leading golf courses, dive into contemporary African art at the Zeitz MOCAA, or indulge in Cape Town’s vibrant food scene – from stylish wine bars to hole-in-the-wall gems. Browse boutiques and local markets for design, textiles and treasures, or trace the city’s layered history with a visit to Robben Island. However you choose to spend your day, we will rendezvous for dinner this evening to share our tales of adventure.
Overnight: Gorgeous George (B / D)
Day 9 – Kwande Private Game Reserve
We begin with an early start as we fly via Jo’burg to reach Port Elizabeth, then drive north through the heart of the Eastern Cape to Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. After a light lunch and time to settle in, we head out on your first afternoon game drive and sundowners before returning for a delicious dinner under the stars.
Overnight: Kwandwe Ekka Lodge (B / L / D & Local Drinks)
Day 10 – Kwande Private Game Reserve
We set off at first light on a morning game drive, when wildlife is most active. Kwandwe is known for its excellent Big Five sightings, and we will search for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo – alongside cheetah, giraffe and kudu. After lunch and a siesta, we hit repeat to see what we can find out in the wild.
Overnight: Kwandwe Ekka Lodge (B / L / D & Local Drinks)
Day 11 – Kwande Private Game Reserve
This morning we might try our hand at tracking wildlife on foot, learning from our guide and tracker. Alternatively, enjoy a slower start with breakfast and birdwatching from your deck. In the afternoon we follow the Great Fish River in search of elephants cooling off in the shallows, with an obligatory sundowner as we watch another epic sunset.
Overnight: Kwandwe Ekka Lodge (B / L / D & Local Drinks)
Day 12 – Departure
After a final early morning game drive or coffee on the deck with the sounds of the bush all around us, it’s time to say farewell to Kwandwe. We will depart by road around midday for PE Airport to check in for our flight to Jo’burg and onward connection to home – carrying with you unforgettable memories of fabulous experiences across South Africa’s Western and Eastern Cape.
l toast to the sunset with a drink on the terrace, followed by dinner under the stars at the award-winning restaurant.
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