SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 dining experiences most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Cape Town sunset champagne cruise with a 90-minute sail from the V&A Waterfront, then a 3-course dinner at City Grill or Raj.
“It was such an amazing experience! Took all my work friends out for a fun year end activity. The weather & vibes couldn’t be better!!”
Cape Town dinner show with a guided djembe drumming lesson and a 14-dish Cape Malay and African set menu, plus optional transfer.
“Wife has a food allergy , staff went beyond being good to make sure she was well fed ant receive and allergy food 12/10”
Cape Town African dinner and drumming: a 14-dish meal, interactive Djembe session, dancing and singing, with hotel pickup.
“1️⃣🇿🇦1️⃣5️⃣🪘2️⃣5️⃣ AFRICAN DINNER and DRUMMING EXPERIENCE We were treated to a delectable food and warm hospitality. The evening was complimented by interactive drums, traditional dancing and ethnic singing. Such a fabulous event.”
Cape Town sunset champagne cruise plus a 3-course V&A Waterfront dinner, with ocean views, possible marine life, and bubbly included.
“Cruise was amazing, lovely sunset out on the water, crew were fantastic. Would highly recommend this trip”
Sunset sail past Knysna Heads on a 50-ft mono-hull yacht for 12 max. Snack platter and Cap Classique included. 2.5 hrs.
“Apart from the attentiveness and friendliness of the crew, we felt like we were in very safe hands with their experienced skipper. The boat is beautiful and very comfortable and it was an awesome experience sailing out of the Knysna Heads before making our way back into the lagoon.”
Sunset sailing from Knysna Waterfront toward the Heads when conditions allow, with bubbly, a light Mediterranean platter, and wildlife chances.
“Absolutely amazing. the crew made it so much fun. It was much more of an adventure than we were expecting. we saw lots of wildlife and riding the waves out into the open sea had my wife hugging me tightly, but my goodness... it was fun. then on our way back to the docks we…”
3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with Gecko Lodge stays, breakfast and dinners, guided open-vehicle game drives, airport transfers.
“Excellent service despite last minute lodge change. Kruger guide Edson was fantastic”
4 days in Kruger and Blyde River Canyon with Gecko Lodge, guided open-vehicle safaris, breakfast and dinner, plus Johannesburg transfers.
“This was a fantastic trip. Gecko lodge was great, the large room was very clean, staff were so friendly and the food was excellent. The tour of Kruger was fantastic our guide Jeffery from Shinzelle was amazing, he managed to find the big 5 as Read more”
4 days in Kruger from Johannesburg with ranger-led game drives, Gecko Lodge near Phabeni Gate, plus breakfast and dinner. All transport included.
“Absolutely amazing organization and support. One of the participants could make it due to a illness, and Danielle reorganized everything effortless. I strongly suggest Shinzelle Safaris.”
Five days of Kruger safaris plus Blyde River Canyon panoramas from Johannesburg, with breakfast and dinner, and guided Big Five hunting.
“Amazing trip on safari with Shinzelle! It’s a great company, super easy to work with. I booked my trip very late in the day but they managed to accommodate all of my wishes. Our guide, Nick, was awesome and gave us a great experience. We Read more”
