Design, table, coast and wilderness

South Africa, Cape to the Wild

Cape Town, Winelands, Whale Coast & Private Reserve11 nightsFrom £13,750 per person

The journey

A privately guided South African journey joining Cape Town, the Winelands, the whale coast and an exceptional conservation-led reserve.

Few journeys combine culture, food, wine, dramatic coast and wildlife with such natural ease — each chapter distinct, every transition seamless.

Duration11 nights
Best timeFebruary to April & September to November
Travel stylePrivate cultural, culinary & safari journey
AccommodationDesign hotels, wine estate & private safari lodge

The itinerary

Day by day,
beautifully considered.

This is the journey's natural rhythm. Every stage can be refined around your dates, interests and preferred pace.

Days 1–3

Cape Town, beautifully positioned

Discover the city through design, history, coast and a food scene interpreted by people who know its many perspectives.

Days 4–6

The Winelands at estate pace

Settle into a private estate for winemaker-led tastings, gardens, art and long tables beneath the mountains.

Days 7–8

The whale coast

Travel along the coast for marine landscapes, seasonal whale encounters and a restorative stay beside the fynbos.

Days 9–11

Into the wild

Fly to a private reserve for exceptional guiding, flexible drives and a lodge chosen for conservation, privacy and place.

Day 12

Departure or Southern Africa beyond

Private onward assistance, or continue to Botswana, Namibia or Mozambique.

The experience

Considered in every detail.

  • Cape Town with private art and design access
  • Winemaker-hosted experiences in private estates
  • A refined whale-coast retreat
  • Conservation-led safari in a private reserve

Included with ELEGANS

  • 11 nights in hand-selected luxury accommodation
  • Daily breakfast and selected meals on safari
  • Regional flight within the itinerary
  • Private guiding, tastings and transfers
  • Dedicated ELEGANS journey concierge

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance and personal expenses
  • Premium wines and meals not described
  • Conservation levies where separately charged