(S) Best of South Africa

13 Days
4 Great Location/s
5 Rounds of Golf
From:
USD 19270
per person

Set off on the 13-day Best of South Africa luxury tour through Cape Town, Franschhoek, Fancourt, and Shamwari. Experience world-class golf at South Africa’s top courses, indulge in fine dining and wine, and enjoy thrilling safari adventures in the heart of the African wilderness.

Highlights include a private boat trip to Robben Island with Christo Brand, a cableway trip up Table Mountain for spectacular views of the Cape Peninsula, seeing the famous penguins of Boulders Beach, an intimate elephant encounter at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and an authentic African safari at the renowned Shamwari Private Game Reserve.

Remember the fantastic golf at renowned courses like Steenberg, Pearl Valley, Pinnacle Point, and The Links and Montagu at Fancourt.

Tour Highlights
  • Private Robben Island Boat Trip accompanied by Christo Brand
  • Return cableway tickets for Table Mountain 
  • Tour of Cape Peninsula
  • Guided Oudtshoorn Trio tour
  • Morning and afternoon game drives in Shamwari Game Reserve
Included
  • Accommodation
  • Airport meet & greet on arrival
  • Conservation levies
  • Golf
  • Caddie tips & Game Ranger Tips
  • Porterage
  • 24/7 On-call local support
  • All local tourism taxes and levies
Excluded
  • International flights
  • Visa processing fees
  • Insurance
  • Additional drinks with meals
  • Additional tips & gratuities not listed
  • All items of a personal nature
  • All items not explicitly stated

Trip Itinerary

Queen Victoria Hotel

Day 1

Cape Town

Queen Victoria Hotel

Arrive In Cape Town
Upon your arrival at Cape Town International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you. You will then be transferred to the luxurious Queen Victoria Hotel, where you will check in for a 5-night stay.

In the evening, enjoy a delightful evening of welcome canapés and a selection of wines in the elegant bar and lounge area of the hotel.

Day 2

Cape Town

Queen Victoria Hotel

Robben Island Tour
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before going on a private boat trip to the historic Robben Island, accompanied by Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela's former prison warden for a deeply personal perspective on this iconic site (weather permitting).

Table Mountain Cableway
In the afternoon, journey to Table Mountain, where you'll enjoy a scenic picnic atop one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.

Dinner at Dash Restaurant
Conclude the day with an exquisite dining experience at Dash Restaurant, conveniently located within the hotel, known for its sophisticated ambience and exceptional cuisine.

Table Mountain Cableway
Cape Town - Boulders Beach Penguins

Day 3

Cape Town

Queen Victoria Hotel

Cape Peninsula Tour
Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel, then set off on a Cape Peninsula Tour. Travel along the stunning Atlantic Seaboard, traverse the iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive, and visit the charming Boulders Beach to see its famous penguin colony. Enjoy lunch at the Harbour House Restaurant.

Leisure Time
Later, arrive at your hotel and unwind for the evening at your leisure, with dinner left to your own arrangements.

Day 4

Cape Town

Queen Victoria Hotel

Play golf at the Steenberg Golf Course
Start your day with breakfast before checking out. Then transfer to Steenberg Golf Course for a round of golf at the prestigious course. Transfer to Le Franschhoek Hotel.

Dinner at Bistro 1682 - Steenberg 
Conclude the day with a memorable dining experience at Steenberg’s Bistro 1682. Indulge in a tapas-style dinner, perfectly paired with fine wines, in the charming ambience of this renowned restaurant.

Steenberg Hotel
Helicopter Flight to Cavalli Estate

Day 5

Cape Town

Queen Victoria Hotel

Play golf at the Pearl Valley Golf Course
Take a breathtaking helicopter ride with panoramic views of Cape Point and the surrounding landscapes, as you make your way to the prestigious Pearl Valley Golf Course. Your golf clubs will be conveniently transferred by road. After your game, take to the skies once more for a scenic helicopter flight back to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

Dinner is at the trendy Paranga Restaurant.

Day 6

Garden Route

Fancourt Hotel

Charter flight to Mossel Bay
Upon arrival, non-golfers will proceed to the luxurious Fancourt Hotel along with the luggage, while golf enthusiasts head to the Pinnacle Point Golf Course.

Play golf at the Pinnacle Point Golf Course
Golfers will enjoy a memorable round of 18 holes at this breathtaking course, known for its dramatic cliffs and ocean views. After the game, savor a delicious canape style dinner at the Pinnacle Point Clubhouse, offering a relaxed atmosphere and stunning surroundings. Transfer to the Fancourt Hotel, where you’ll check in for 4 nights.

Fancourt Hotel
Fancourt Montagu

Day 7

Garden Route

Fancourt Hotel

Play golf at the Montagu Golf Course
Head out to the renowned Montagu Golf Course for a round of golf on this beautifully maintained course, offering a seamless experience with shared golf carts, a caddie per cart, and a refreshing halfway house break.

Dinner at La Cantina Restaurant
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at La Cantina Restaurant, known for its warm ambience and delicious cuisine, rounding off your day on a perfect note.

Day 8

Garden Route

Fancourt Hotel

Full-day Oudtshoorn Trio Tour
Cango Caves, Ostrich Farm, and Buffelsdrift Game Lodge, where you’ll enjoy the chance to see elephants up close.

Dinner at Henry White’s
Late afternoon, return to Fancourt for a memorable dinner at Henry White’s, an elegant and refined restaurant offering exceptional cuisine in a charming setting, providing the perfect end to your adventurous day.

cango caves tour
Fancourt Links

Day 9

Garden Route

Fancourt Hotel

Play golf at the Links Golf Course
In the early afternoon, tee off at the prestigious Links Golf Course, enjoying a world-class golfing experience complete with golf carts, a halfway house break, and the attentive assistance of caddies.

Dinner at the Serendipity Restaurant
After freshening up at the hotel, embark on a scenic 30-minute drive to Wilderness, crossing the stunning Kaaimans River Pass. Your evening concludes with an exquisite fine dining experience at Serendipity Restaurant.

Day 10

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Sindilie Lodge

Charter flight to Shamwari Airstrip
Upon arrival enjoy a short transfer to Shamwari Game Reserve. Check into your accommodation for a luxurious three-night stay.

Evening game drive
Set out on an evening game drive, venturing into the reserve in search of the iconic Big Five and other fascinating wildlife as the sun sets over the African bush.

Shamwari Sindile (1)
Shamwari Game Reserve

Day 11

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Sindile Lodge

Morning game drive
After your morning game drive, you can choose to either spend time with a refreshing cocktail by the pool or enjoy a rejuvenating spa treatment.

Evening game drive
Explore the reserve in search of the Big Five and other wildlife. Conclude your day with dinner back at the lodge.

Day 12

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Sindile Lodge

Morning game drive
After your morning game drive, you can choose to either spend time with a refreshing cocktail by the pool or enjoy a rejuvenating spa treatment.

Evening game drive
Explore the reserve in search of the Big Five and other wildlife. Conclude your day with dinner back at the lodge.

Shamwari Sindile
Shamwari Wildlife

Day 13

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Sindile Lodge

Early morning game drive
Explore the reserve as the wildlife awakens. After your safari, return to the lodge to enjoy a hearty breakfast.

End of tour
Once refreshed, check out and transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport for your connecting scheduled flight to Cape Town or Johannesburg, bringing your unforgettable adventure to a close.

Meals:

  • Welcome canapes & wine at the bar & lounge area at the Queen Victoria Hotel
  • Dinner at Dash Restaurant including gratuity
  • Late Lunch at Harbour House Kalk Bay including gratuity
  • Dinner at Bistro 1682 – Steenberg, including gratuity
  • Canapes at Pinnacle Point Clubhouse including gratuity
  • Dinner at Paranga Restaurant including gratuity
  • Dinner at La Cantina Restaurant including gratuity
  • Dinner at Henry Whites including gratuity
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Shamwari – Sindile Lodge

Note: All of the above meals will include a selection of wines with each meal.