SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 dinner 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.
“Activity was good Finding the ticket office was harder due to the directions on the app not being correct.”
Cape Town dinner show with a guided djembe drumming lesson and a 14-dish Cape Malay and African set menu, plus optional transfer.
“must-try! amazing performances and such an immersive experience! pick-up was early and drop off was smooth as well (Thanks Denzil for the mini tour to and from the restaurant!) food was amazing and such a nice introduction to diff african food. cannot recommend this enough!”
Cape Town African dinner and drumming: a 14-dish meal, interactive Djembe session, dancing and singing, with hotel pickup.
“The variety of food offered us a was great slice of South African cuisine and the entertainment was absolutely fantastic! The interactive drumming lesson was SO MUCH FUN and the performances were amazing! It is truly a memory we will remember forever!”
Cape Town sunset champagne cruise plus a 3-course V&A Waterfront dinner, with ocean views, possible marine life, and bubbly included.
“Perfect way to see the city and be on the water. Great staff! I enjoyed seeing the whales while on water. Nice welcome drinks.”
Sunset sail past Knysna Heads on a 50-ft mono-hull yacht for 12 max. Snack platter and Cap Classique included. 2.5 hrs.
“It was the most wonderful evening, lovely service and very relaxing and charming trip.”
Sunset sailing from Knysna Waterfront toward the Heads when conditions allow, with bubbly, a light Mediterranean platter, and wildlife chances.
“This cruise was wonderful and the team on board were amazing. The food served was the best I’ve ever had on a boat. However, I was a bit disappointed that we didn’t get to actually experience the crux of the sunset on the boat which was the main point of this cruise. We docked at…”
3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with Gecko Lodge stays, breakfast and dinners, guided open-vehicle game drives, airport transfers.
“Stay at Tomo Safari Lodge with a three-day package.”
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.
“Truly a life changing experience! Far exceeded my expectations and I can’t wait to do this again! We were picked up on time every day. Our driver (s) were very knowledgeable and explained so much. I really learned a lot aside from seeing the beautiful wildlife and scenery. I would rate the safari experience a…”
Five days of Kruger safaris plus Blyde River Canyon panoramas from Johannesburg, with breakfast and dinner, and guided Big Five hunting.
“Due to COVID we had been waiting 3 years to do this Safari and it didn't disappoint! Many thanks to Danielle, our guides and hosts who looked after us and ensured that we had an amazing experience. We had 2 safaris in the Pridelands consRead more”
