Today, upon your arrival in Cape Town, you will be welcomed by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel in the vibrant V&A Waterfront are of Cape Town's harbour.
You will be met at the airport by one of our representatives and driven to the luxurious Silo Hotel which is located in the heart of the renowned V&A Waterfront. The Silo Hotel sets a new standard for luxury Cape Town hotel accommodation. A magical hotel towering above the V&A Waterfront surrounded by the natural wonder of South Africa’s Mother City.
The Silo has been built in the grain elevator portion of the historic grain silo complex occupying six floors above what will become the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA). Zeitz MOCAA will house Africa’s largest collection of contemporary African art.
After check in you can relax at the hotel. Enjoy sundowners at Situated on the sixth floor of the hotel, The Willaston Bar is named after the first ship to export grain from the original silo complex back in 1924.
With stunning views of Cape Town through the 5,5m high pillowed glass windows, there is no better place to enjoy a classic cocktail or a glass of wine from the carefully crafted and ever evolving list of local and international wines.
Luxury accommodation, breakfast daily, free WIFI, complimentary scheduled transfers to and from the V&A Waterfront & Cape Town ICC
Laundry, mini bar in room & all beverages, gratuities, telephone calls, transfers not specified, any additional extras will be for the guests account.
Cape Town is a colourful and vibrant city surrounded by dramatic mountains and sandy beaches. It is certainly one of the most beautiful cities in the world – presided over by one of the 7 Natural Wonders of The World – Table Mountain. The magic of Cape Town lies in the collision of natural wonder, diverse cultures, art, design and a thriving food and wine scene.
Cape Town is the ultimate destination for connoisseurs of fine wine, cuisine and la joie de vivre. From the bustling café culture of Kloof Street and Bree Street to the vibrant food market at the Old Biscuit Mill, you’ll find all manner of treats in between.
The Old Biscuit Mill roars to life on a Saturday morning as locals and tourists jostle for a seat among the oyster shucking and cork popping while purveyors of fine foods and hearty ales showcase their wares.
The Silo is located in the heart of the Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. What better way to start your gourmet itinerary than with an Art & Wine pairing followed by dinner at Luke Dale-Roberts’ The Test Kitchen – South Africa’s top restaurant and one of the 50 best restaurants in the world.
This morning you might want to set out on a Cape Peninsula tour or spend some more time exploring Cape Town’s attractions. In the afternoon pamper yourself with some rejuvenating treatments at the Silo Spa, a tranquil space in which you can relax and indulge in the latest therapies and spa techniques. There’s also a gym, sauna and a dedicated manicure and pedicure area. Enjoy signature treatments using top international products including Carol Joy, Ling and Black Pearl.
Leaving Cape Town behind, you will travel to the scenic Cape Winelands and the picturesque village of Franschhoek. You are staying at Mont Rochelle which is Richard Bransons vineyard hotel which has commanding views over the valley. Spend the afternoon sampling some fine South African wines at local vineyards before dining at one of the world-class local restaurants. Franschhoek is considered the gourmet capital of the country with many superb dining options.
On this day, you will enjoy a private guided specialist wine tour led by wine experts.
This tour will be tailored to meet the requirements of our guests. We will find out which regions our guests would like to see, which style of wine they most enjoy and then structure a tour accordingly. This means an exclusive and personalized tour, where we will personally take you through the Cellars and Wines. Subject to Quote as tailor-made.
Suggested Sample Tour
09:00 Pick up from Accommodation
10:00 Tasting in Franschoek
11:00 Tasting and Cellar Tour in Franschoek
13:00 Lunch and Tasting in Stellenbosch
15:00 Cheese and Wine Tasting in Paarl
17:00 Drop off at Accommodation
This morning after breakfast you will depart Franschhoek and be driven back to Cape Town International Airport where you will catch a flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Here you will be met by a representative from the lodge and enjoy a short game drive en route to the lodge.
The Lion Sands is one of the best places to go on safari in South Africa with excellent chances of seeing all of the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino). The region is particularly renowned for its big cat sightings.
Rise at sunrise to head into the wild on your private african safari with your Field Guide and Tracker and discover a world usually only reserved for your screen during ‘Animal Planet’. You’ll find yourself in an environment that is as old as time, where the rhythm of nature is the only Governor.
Two safaris take place each day – in the morning and late afternoon (moving into the early evening). This is when the wildlife is most active, and the temperature more moderate.
As Lion Sands is a private game reserve within the Sabi Sand Reserve, and in a private concession within the Kruger National Park, safari are taken off-road in certain instances – dependent on bush conditions and specific sightings. With a limited number of vehicles on each property, and strict criteria governing sightings, guests are able to spend extended periods of time watching wildlife in its natural habitat.
The bush takes on a completely different perspective when you are on foot. Each of your senses will be on full alert as you feel the grass and stones beneath your feet; touch the leathery leaves of trees you walk beneath; smell the musky scent of wild animals in the vicinity; taste the sweet grass of the veld; and hear the crack of a branch indicating you are not alone.
Walks generally take place after breakfast and last approximately 1½ to 2 hours, depending on the fitness level of guests. In summer, due to the heat, walks may be incorporated into the morning game drive before heading back to the lodge for breakfast.
Sit and absorb the many sights and smells of the African bushveld. This is as close as it gets!
Field Guide and Ranger duos like nothing better than getting on foot, and sharing their passion for the bush with like-minded visitors.
This is the last morning of your holiday in South Africa and after one last morning game drive you will be driven back to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport for your return flight. You may want to add a night in Johannesburg to break your journey.
