SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 food & drink tours most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Full-day Cape Winelands bus tour with tastings, cheese and chocolate pairings, and vineyard lunch across Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch.
“I was traveling solo and basil was really nice, trying to introduce each tourists to the group. I had a lovely time”
Sail Hartbeespoort Dam for 2 hours with Magaliesberg views, South African food and music, plus a cash bar on board.
“The boatride was really good, with friendly Captain & staff. The food was more than enough for everyone in the boat.”
A 4-hour walking food tour through Bo-Kaap, Bree Street, De Waterkant, and Foreshore with tastings, drinks, and local history.
“Excellent local food and incredibly knowledgeable guide. I go on lots of food tours around the world and this was best-in-class.”
Full-day Stellenbosch and Franschhoek wine tour from Cape Town with three tastings, cheese, tram ride, and historic stops.
“The tour guide was very knowledgeable and ensured that we had a great experience. The Rickety Bridge Winery was horrible. The customer service was unacceptable.”
Shared Cape Winelands tour with up to 4 estates, included tastings, lunch option, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek time, and Mandela site.
“Our guide GB was informative and entertaining. The van was a little tight if there had been the 2 people who were supposed to be there. The choice of vineyards was very good which is why we picked this tour. There had to be an adjustment at the end for the last vineyard which had…”
Cape Winelands day: Stellenbosch to Franschhoek with up to 20 tastings, Fairview wine-and-cheese, and optional Delheim lunch.
“Loved the trip, great guide and lovely scenery and wine tasting. Variety of wine yards, tasted some lovely wine and met some nice people”
Full-day Cape Town wine tour with Stellenbosch walks, Lanzerac chocolate pairings, Tokara tastings, and the Franschhoek Wine Tram.
“We had a great trip. Our guide Candice was excellent. She was friendly, fun and very knowledgeable about all things Cape Town and South Africa-highlighting points of interest along the way. Our driver zane was a gentleman, making sure we got to and from the wineries safely. Candice and Zane are a great team. The…”
Cycle Stellenbosch history and Jonkershoek Valley, visit 2 wine estates for cellar tours and wine-chocolate tastings. Small group, 4-5 hrs.
“Great Guide! Thanks for solving our special request on the way back!”
A 3-hour Johannesburg food walk in Yeoville or Maboneng with guided tastings across African cuisines, street art stops, and music-filled cafés.
“It was a great experience. Our guide Jo was very knowledgeable and professional.”
Cape Town wine day through Stellenbosch and Paarl, cheese and biltong pairings, Franschhoek tram, lunch on your own, plus Mandela prison.
“Had a great day Trip with Zaine. He had a good energy throughout the tour and made us feel great. He is very knowledgeable about SA/Cape Town history in general, so it was also a very educational experience. Definitely recommend”
