Encounter the best wine, wildlife and scenery in South Africa whilst staying in fabulous accommodation.
Start your trip with three nights in Cape Town at the stunning Ellerman House. Explore the city at your leisure, from Table Mountain to the waterfront, and enjoy a full-day private tour of the Cape Peninsula, visiting Clifton and Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak, the Cape of Good Hope, Simon’s Town, Boulders Beach and Kirstenbosch Gardens.
Next, head to Grootbos Private Nature Reserve for an immersive nature stay, with botanical safaris, horseback rides, hikes in the Cape Floral Kingdom, and luxury boat trips to spot the Marine Big 5. Then travel to Babylonstoren in the Winelands to explore vineyards, gardens, and farm-to-table cuisine, and enjoy a private full-day tour of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek with boutique wine tastings and gourmet experiences.
Your final stop is Sabi Sands Game Reserve at Londolozi Founders Camp for four nights of world-class safaris. Head out on game drives with expert rangers to spot leopards, elephants, wildebeest, giraffes and hippos, then relax each evening at your luxury lodge with fine wines and exceptional surroundings.
Trip Highlights
Arrive in Cape Town and explore the city at your leisure from Ellerman House.
Ecplore Cape Peninsula including Clifton,Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach with African penguins.
Stay at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, enjoying spa treatments, botanical safaris, horseback rides and Marine Big 5 boat trips.
Explore the Winelands from Babylonstoren with wine tastings, farm-to-table dining and guided walks.
Fly to Sabi Sands for game drives at Londolozi with expert rangers and trackers, spotting rare wildlife.
When to go
South Africa can be enjoyed year-round, with summer from November to March offering warmer weather, longer days and lush landscapes, while winter from May to August brings cooler temperatures, occasional rain in Cape Town and excellent wildlife spotting in Sabi Sands. While experiences like game drives, wine tastings and coastal tours are accessible in all seasons, wildlife activity is often easier to observe during the drier winter months.
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The Humboldt team did an amazing job organising our trip to South Africa. We were extremely well looked after and couldn't wish for anything more. Everywhere we stayed was excellent and different to the last place: a perfectly curated trip from an excellent travel team!
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Day by Day Itinerary
On arrival in Cape Town, you'll be collected from your hotel and transferred to your hotel for the next three nights.
The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore this incredible city.
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Spend a full day exploring the Cape Peninsula, visiting Clifton and Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, the Cape of Good Hope, Simon's Town, Boulders Beach with its African penguins and Kirstenbosch Gardens. Enjoy stunning coastal drives, panoramic views, historic sites and vibrant wildlife along the way.
Travel to the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, a luxury eco-lodge renowned for its stunning natural beauty and biodiversity.
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Today, you'll be transferred to the Winelands, to your next hotel. Babylonstoren is a historic Cape Dutch farm in the Winelands offering luxurious accommodations, immersive garden and vineyard experiences, farm-to-table dining and activities like guided walks, wine tastings and wellness treatments.
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Spend the day exploring the Cape Winelands, visiting Franschhoek Valley and Stellenbosch to enjoy scenic vineyards, Cape Dutch homesteads, gourmet cuisine, art galleries, and boutique shopping. Experience tastings and pairings of South Africa’s finest wines, from crisp whites to rich reds and sparkling Methode Cap Classique, with the itinerary tailored to your preferences.
Today, you'll be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport for your onward flight to the Sabi Sands Game reserve, ready for your next few days of exploration and wildlife encounters.
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At Londolozi, every day is tailored to guests’ preferences, with immersive game drives led by expert rangers and trackers across 16,000 hectares of wilderness, offering rare wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities. Life on the reserve follows the rhythm of the seasons, while the warmth of the Londolozi team and deep connection with nature remain constant.
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