Luxury 10 Day Cape Town, Winelands & Ultimate Kalahari Safari

From our three flagship estate restaurants, to the restaurants in our wine valley and into the towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, this is a culinary hotspot in South Africa, with a host of some of the country's finest restaurants and local favourites to discover.

On property restaurants:
Delaire Graff Restaurant (lunch and dinner)
Hoseki Restaurant (breakfast - included for lodge guests, lunch and dinner)
Lorenzo's Cucina Italiana (lunch)

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There are more than 160 wine estates to explore in the regions surrounding Delaire Graff Estate. From casual to elegant, modern to old and everything in between - discover wines to suit every palate during your time exploring the vineyards of the Cape.

Delaire Graff Wine Lounge offers an exceptional array of wines to savour during wine tastings, by the glass or by the bottle, as well as platters to enjoy.

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Your journey to total relaxation and wellbeing begins at Delaire Graff Spa. Set in its own unique surroundings, with five elegant spa suites, expert spa specialists provide luxurious, fully personalised skin and body care treatments using the finest products from Dr Barbara Strum, Irene Forte, Augustinus Bader and Delaire Graff Estate Jardine de Delaire.

What's more delight in a scent symphony with our Delaire Graff parfums.

For a more energising spa experience, guests can enjoy our Techno Gym, sauna, steam room and 22-metre infinity pool.

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Delaire Graff Estate is home to the curated personal collection of Laurence Graff and includes exceptional pieces such as Tretchikoff's Chinese Girl, works by Lionel Smit, Dylan Lewis, William Kentridge, Cecil Skotnes, Deborah Bell and other important African artists. Wander through the Estate and enjoy the sculptures throughout the gardens as well as adorned interiors. This is a haven for art lovers.

In the areas around the estate, discover SMAC (Stellenbosch Modern and Contemporary Gallery), Dylan Lewis at the Oude Bank, Rupert Museum, Cavalli Art Gallery, Stephen Rautenbach Studio Gallery or a private visit to Lionel Smit’s Studio.

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Stephen Rautenbach Gallerie Credit: Inside Guide

Rupert Museum Credit: Inside Guide

Delaire Graff Estate is home to two flagship botiques in Africa; Graff Diamonds & 100% Capri Linen.

Designed in the style of an intimate salon, Emperor marble and Indian rosewood welcomes guests into our exclusive Graff store. The ultimate indulgence for any visitor to the Cape Winelands, enticing collection pieces and iconic stones are on display, each handmade in London by Graff’s Master Craftsmen.

One of the world’s most exclusive boutiques, 100% Capri offers a luxury clothing and homeware range that evokes the essence of la dolce vita. Uniquely available in Africa at Delaire Graff Estate, the range is inspired by the stunning southern Italian island of Capri, where sun-drenched days are spent in covetable white linen.

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Visit the heart of Stellenbosch and discover Southern Africa’s most scenically attractive and historically preserved town. Enjoy bespoke boutiques including the Deon Viljoen Gallery, Dorp Street Gallery and Quagga Books.

What's more enjoy award-winning restaurants putting Stellenbosch on every serious food lover’s travel agenda.

Dusk – Fine dining experience rooted in fermentation-forward techniques and sensory storytelling, The Fat Butcher - Steakhouse, Rust en Vrede - Serving a six-course tasting menu that fuses contemporary French technique with global flair, Mertia - Delivers modern South African nostalgia through meticulous multi-course menus using hyper-local ingredients like Meuse Farm produce, Eike - a love letter to South African culinary heritage, with playful plating and nostalgic storytelling woven into each dish, Lanzerac Deli - Fresh inspired flavours, featuring artisan treats and light meals , Post & Pepper - Asian-South African small plates served inside a historic post office, Spek & Bone - Tapa's style menu and wine bar with big, bold flavours, De Eetkamer - upmarket small plates eatery.

Fine Dinning in Stellenbosch Credit: Dusk

The Fat Butcher - Dinning in Stellenbosch Credit: Reveler Africa

Eike - Dinning in Stellenbosch Credit: Inside Guide

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Lanzerac Wine Estate Credit: Trip Advisor

Stellenbosch Restaurants Credit: Inside Guide

First Thursdays in Stellenbosch Dorp Street Credit: Cape Town ETC

Stellenbosch University Language Centre Credit: Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden Credit: Trip Advisor

Visit the neighbouring town (20 minutes’ drive) which is known for its picturesque beauty, fine Cape wines, boutiques, galleries, Saturday market, hikes and trails as well as their exceptional restaurants. Some restaurants to consider include:

The tasting Room at Babylonstoren - serving tasting platters with great views and beautiful vineyards.

Franks Corner Bar & Grill - serving Burgers with a contemporary fare, international & modern dishes including steak & vegetarian options.

La Petite Colombe - French, European inspired fine dining.

Epice - set menu inspired by local Cape Malay and Indian cuisine, as well as Spanish, Japanese, Mexican and other exotic local influences.

In addition, the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve (part of the UNESCO-declared Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve) has several hiking routes of varying difficulty. Situated in the Franschhoek Mountains, MRNR offers spectacular views of the Franschhoek Valley. Kumanov Perfumery creates a memorable experience for visitors using the finest quality perfumes with scent artisans to guide guests in crafting their own signature scent. Franschhoek also has notable art gallery's, a Saturday market worth visiting and the Huguenot Memorial Museum commemorating the history of the French Huguenots before and after their arrival.

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There are a number of superb golf courses in the area, including the Erinval Golf Club, Pearl Valley Golf Estate, De Zalze Golf Club, Stellenbosch Golf Club, Devondale Golf and Wine Estate, Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus signature Golf Course & Paarl Golf Club located in Boschenmeer Golf Estate.

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For horse lovers, we will happily organise a memorable day riding in the Cape Winelands for all skill levels. For those who prefer to appreciate horses from the ground, the polo fields at Val de Vie are a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Petes Horseriding in Stellenbosch offers a horseriding Safari experience. Set on a 240 Hector wildlife reserve you can enjoy a horseback experience whilst looking out for zebra, springbok, eland, gemsbok, kudu, giraffe, wildebees, bontebok and a wide variety of bird life

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A special opportunity to experience 100 years of motoring history with its unique collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia on the L'Ormarins Wine Estate.

The museum’s collection exceeds 220 vehicles – such as the 1898 Beeston motor tricycle – with more than 80 exhibits that are available to view. Book a tour, have a snack at the deli or take a tram ride to Anthonij Rupert Wines for a wine tasting.

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Game drives are tailored to each guest and led by highly skilled guides and trackers trained in the ecology of the southern Kalahari. Exclusive access to the reserve ensures sightings are quiet and unrushed, with no competition from other vehicles. Guests are free to spend as much time as they wish observing animal behaviour, tracking movements, or simply absorbing the vastness of the landscape.

Private Game Drives Credit: Marcus Westberg

Immersive bush walks offer a slower, more intimate way to experience the Kalahari. Led by expert field guides, these walks focus on observation and interpretation — what guides describe as “reading the newspaper” of the reserve. Tracks in the sand, the scent of a tree in seasonal change, and subtle changes in the land reveal stories of movement, interaction, and survival. These walks invite guests to engage with the environment through all the senses, discovering how much life and meaning is held in every detail. For safety reasons, immersive bush walks are available to guests aged 16 years and older. Younger guests are invited to participate in specially designed, age-appropriate nature experiences as part of the Junior Ranger Programme. These include guided children’s walks, spoor identification, track casting and hands-on learning activities — offering a safe and engaging introduction to bush skills and wildlife interpretation.

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Tswalu’s vast semi-arid landscape supports a remarkable diversity of birdlife, with more than 260 species recorded across the reserve. Guided birding experiences — from early-morning walks to focused drives — reveal iconic Kalahari species such as sandgrouse, bee-eaters, sociable weavers, and a variety of raptors and desert specialists. Birding at Tswalu offers both rewarding sightings and a deeper understanding of the southern Kalahari’s unique ecosystems, making it a compelling addition to the safari experience.

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Tswalu is home to three habituated meerkat colonies, offering exceptional opportunities to observe these charismatic animals at close range. Early-morning visits to their burrows allow guests to watch daily routines unfold naturally without disrupting their behaviour.

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Credit: Tswalu, Marcus Westberg

Credit: Tswalu, Marcus Westberg

Exploring Tswalu on horseback offers a rare sense of freedom and connection with the landscape, allowing riders to move quietly through the Kalahari and experience the reserve from a different perspective. Horseback riding at Tswalu is offered to intermediate and advanced riders only. Each ride is led by an experienced horse guide and supported by a backup rider, both equipped with a radio and a comprehensive first aid kit. Riders must be comfortable at trot and canter and able to control a horse independently. The weight limit is 100 kg. Trail saddles are used as standard, with a limited number of English saddles available on request.

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With minimal light pollution and dry, crystalline air, the southern Kalahari offers some of South Africa’s clearest night skies. Stargazing may take place from a private deck, during an evening pause on a game drive, or from a chosen lookout in the dunes. Guides help identify constellations and share stories linked to the stars, from Southern Hemisphere astronomy to cultural interpretations rooted in local Kalahari tradition.

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Credit: Tswalu, Marcus Westberg

Tswalu’s photographic safaris offer a highly tailored way to capture the wildlife, landscapes and light of the southern Kalahari. Each booking includes a purpose-adapted photographic safari vehicle and a specialist photographic guide providing practical field assistance and tuition, supported by a tracker. Two hours of informal, classroom-style tuition and assistance with post editing in Adobe Lightroom in Motse’s Photographic Studio. This experience caters to photographers of all levels, from enthusiastic beginners to seasoned professionals, and offers a rare opportunity to refine skills in an exceptional wilderness setting.

- Available at an additional cost per day
- Advance booking is essential
- Minimum commitment of two days required
- Best suited for 1-2 guests per vehicle

Tswalu photographic safari Credit: Tswalu, Marcus Westberg

Guests may visit ancient San engraving sites protected within the reserve. Tswalu provides protection for many valuable rock art sites, featuring rock engravings (petroglyphs), cupules and paintings of people, animals, birds, and abstract shapes that document the culture and history of the San and other early inhabitants of Tswalu. Guided visits reveal the cultural and spiritual significance of this landscape, offering a powerful reminder of the deep human history embedded in the Kalahari.

Rock art and cultural sites Credit: Tswalu, Marcus Westberg

One of Tswalu’s unique experiences is starlit dune dining, set atop one of the reserve’s quiet red sand dunes. As the sun sinks behind the Korannaberg mountains, guests gather for an open air dinner shaped by seasonal ingredients, local flavours and the warmth of a wood-fired barbecue. Lantern light, star-studded Kalahari skies and the surrounding silence create an atmosphere found nowhere else, making each dune dinner an intimate celebration of place.

Dune dinner at Tswalu Credit: Tswalu

The Spa and Gym at The Motse provide both relaxation and stimulation for body and mind, with inspiration coming from the savannah views and the use of organic materials both in the construction of this space, and in the spa treatments.

The Tswalu Foundation exists primarily to support ecological research at Tswalu. Through accumulating a growing body of quality output on the fauna, flora and the unique habitat of the southern Kalahari we have been able to make informed conservation management decisions to better support our shared vision.

This information has been made freely available to our neighbours and other interested parties so that, as we seek to add to our shared understanding of this rich and diverse landscape, they too can care for their land in the best long-term interests of the wildlife and people of the Kalahari.

During your stay at Tswalu, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with researchers studying both iconic and more obscure species and witness scientific conservation in progress.

A balmy summer night is a perfect time to sleep under the stars in the middle of the Kalahari. The Malori is Tswalu’s under canvas experience with comfortable beds, an open-air bathroom and a spacious deck area for dining, dreaming and stargazing. ?

?Whether reserved for romance or for family bonding time, a Malori sleep-out is about tuning out so that you can soak up the solitude, tune into the silence and count shooting stars.? With comfortable beds, an open-air bathroom and a spacious deck area for dining, dreaming and stargazing, the tent is perfect for two but spacious enough to invite the family. The Malori sleep-out is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences you will never forget.?

A night at Malori needs to be booked in advance, carries an additional cost, and is offered subject to availability and prevailing weather conditions.

Children are welcome at Tswalu and the reserve is well equipped to cater for them. Tswalu believes that they too can be part of the conservation vision.

The youngsters will be introduced to the Junior Ranger programme and given a backpack with guides and tools to help them learn about the Kalahari. During their stay they will make their own bow and arrow for archery, learn how to identify spoor, and track game on foot.

In between game walks and drives there are activities at The Motse specially designed to occupy the kids while mom and dad relax. Tswalu’s stables will create a special “pony camp” for any child who shares their passion for horses. There is no malaria in this part of the Kalahari and the pool is a big attraction. They can chat to the rangers, decorate cup cakes and even cook their own bush dinner in the special children’s boma. A separate children’s menu caters for their individual tastes.

Babysitters can be arranged for younger children if parents want time alone.