An African Culinary Adventure

Welcome to South Africa!

Arriving into Johannesburg, you are met by a local Cape Point Travel Representative who will assist you through customs and immigrations. In the arrivals hall, you are met by your local private guide for your private transfer to your hotel, set in the heart of suburbia. 

Johannesburg also known as Jozi, Joburg and Egoli,is the largest city in South Africa and one of the 50 largest urban areas in the world. It is the provincial capital and largest city of Gauteng, which is the wealthiest province in South Africa.

The Magnificent Fairlawns Boutique Hotel, isyour home for the next two nights.

Before Fairlawns became a boutique hotel in 1997, it was originally a ten-acre family home, owned by the Brenthurst Trust of Oppenheimer fame, sporting stables, a training rink, a cow (just one), geese, dogs, and two teenage children.

The Fairlawns Hotel now boasts one of the best Spa's in Johannesburg, a fine dining restaurant and spectacular gardens.

Your evening is at leisure to relax and unwind after your travels.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel, before embarking on a private tour with Andy Coetzee.  You will embark on a  celebration of the vibrant and sometimes, mysterious cultures and lifestyles which are such an integral part of our unique nation.

Acting as the bridge between rural traditionalism and the westernised commercial world, Andy provides unique and exclusive access to diverse markets, people and communities, affording unparalleled insights for you, his fellow explorers.

Our first stop is the Bara Taxi Rank, the largest taxi rank in South Africa here you will  sample and explore what local people are eating for breakfast -  “on the move “food. EG Amagwinya(fat cakes), Ujeqe ( steam bread), Kota ( ¼ loaf bread filled with Chips, polony, atchara, Russian and Cheese) As you walk through the area you will see lady vendors preparing “amaPlati” ( plated locavore food of Maize meal, meat / chicken stew and salad)

In the afternoon, we visit two local Soweto homes, to gain some insight into the every day life of many citizens of Southern Africa. Here you have the opportunity to prepare a meal with the home owner.

 We will set this up that the hosts will buy the ingredients for these meals and clients can assist in helping prepare the meals, We will choose homes opposite each other in the same street so delegates can mix and match from home to home ,

You have the option of sampling the prepared meals or moving onto a local restaurant for a traditional African Meal.

Return to the hotel in the afternoon for some time at leisure before a enjoying a private dinner at the hotel.

We head into the Woods, the private dinner venue reserved for the group, to enjoy a tantalizing food journey paired perfectly with wine, and hosted by executive head chef, Jandri Niemand.

 Jandri describes his food as “constructive chaos”, as he balances his natural flair with being on trend to create food that is appealing to all senses. He has come a long way from starting in Hospitality as a Storeman and using his core principles to build a career that led to doors opened to unimagined opportunities, such as a bursary at the renowned Swiss Hotel School. He was soon offered a position in Dubai as the Sous Chef and within two years was the Head Chef, at what was then considered the most modern restaurant in the world, Switch – at age 22!

In 2010, he returned to South Africa and is based in Gauteng, where his illustrious career continues. Within the industry he is known as ‘The Beast’, for his unwavering demand and pursuit of perfection.Wise beyond his years Jandri hopes to show us that playing it safe in the kitchen is a thing of the past as he trailblazes and pushes boundaries experimenting with flavours.

After Breakfast and Check out Procedures, we leave the City of Gold behind, and head south towards the bustling cosmopolitan city of Cape Town.  We bid our guide farewell as we board our scheduled commercial flight to Cape Town.

Arriving in Cape Town, or the Mother City as she is affectionately known by locals, you are met by a local guide and representative of Cape Point Travel for your private transfer to the perfectly located Tintswalo Atlantic Hotel. 

Widely known as Cape Town’s hidden gem, Tintswalo Atlantic is a 5 star,
award-winning boutique lodge nestled at the base of the ocean-facing Table Mountain National Park.

Sitting at the foot of Chapman’s Peak, the lodge is perched on a pebbled beach and enjoys panoramic views of the picturesque Hout Bay harbour, the dramatic Sentinel mountain peak, and the Atlantic Ocean beyond.

You have some time at leisure to relax and unwind before heading out for dinner.

Dinner is served at one of the city's best kept secrets, the chefs table at table seven. 

With over 14 years of experience in some of the world's top restaurants and hotels, 

Luke Wonnacott brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to Table Seven.

​Years of passion and dedication to his craft has seen him being accredited with numerous awards.

His belief when it comes to creating the perfect kitchen is simple; find the right product, build a team to execute that product and create an environment that people love to work in.

​Katie Wonnacott started her career at Gordon Ramsay's restaurant, Maze at The One & Only, where she met Luke.  She has travelled the UK and Mediterranean as a private chef, interned at the Wolseley and spent two seasons on the yachts.

Together this formidable duo have created  a perfect dining experience for the discerning foodie.

We return to the hotel after our delicious dinner for a peaceful nights slumber.

Wake up feeling well rested, and ready for a day of Adventure, exploring the Highlights of this Magnificent city. Enjoy a wonderful breakfast at the hotel before meeting your private guide in the reception area for a full day Cape Town City Tour. 

You will be treated to a day of sights, sounds and tastes that will not inspire but change the way you think about Africa. We will start the day with coffee at Truth Coffee, walk around the city center and see Parliament, The Company Gardens and St George’s Cathedral. We will make our way to the Green Market Square, the hip Bree Street and enter the Bo-Kaap which is home to the Cape’s oldest Muslim community and boasts some of the cutest homes with its multi-coloured facades. De Waterkant and its Cape Quarter will definitely be a stop during the day which is one of the best revamped areas in all of the city with its good atmosphere, street side cafes or wonderful boutiques. We will continue onto Table Mountain where we ascend to the top of the mountain via the Cable Way and enjoy a walk on top of the mountain to experience some of the best views of the city and the Peninsula. Lunch is served at one of the wonderful city restaurants  

In the late afternoon, we head up to Signal Hill, home to the Iconic Noon Day Gun - it is here that you will have your first authentic African Sundowner, a traditional drink to toast another wonderful day an Africa, and to watch the sun set over the Atlantic Ocean.

We return to the hotel to freshen up and enjoy some time at leisure before departing with the group for dinner at one of the great City Restaurants.

A Private Adventure day awaits you - you are met in the hotel reception by your local adventure guide and taken on a Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour.

We will begin our morning heading to towards the Cape Peninsula, stopping along the way to explore the working fishing harbor of Kalk Bay. Here you will see the fishing boats in the harbor, the workers cleaning fish for selling and you might also get a glimpse of a Cape Fur Seal.

We will continue further south along the Peninsula towards Simon's Town where we will visit a small African Penguin Colony which has made this area their home. We will try and get an intimate encounter with them on a small private beach.  

In the Cape Point Nature Reserve we will be on the hunt for the Cape 5 (Ostrich, Baboons, Mountain Zebra, Bontebok and Tortoise) whilst exploring the wild beaches. The journey back to Cape Town will lead us over the scenic coastal road of Chapman's Peak Drive.

Return to the Hotel to freshen up, there will be a shuttle to take you down to the V&A Waterfront should you wish to do some shopping or dine privately.

Dinner is at leisure this evening, and not included in the overall package cost.

After Breakfast and Check-out procedures, you meet in the main area of the Hotel for a Full Day Cape Winelands adventure. We head straight out to the beautiful working farm of Babylonstoren.

Set within 3,5 hectares (8 acres) of cultivated fruit and vegetables, the big garden at Babylonstoren is at the heart of the farm. It was inspired by the historic Company’s Garden in Cape Town, which supplied sailing ships of the Dutch East India Company with fresh vegetables and fruit during the days when the Cape was a halfway station between Europe and Asia. But we also link back to the mythological hanging gardens of Babylon. Those were thought to have been created by Nebuchadnezzar in the sixth century BC, for his wife who longed for the mountains and valleys of her youth.

We spend some time exploring the magnificent gardens, before a delicious tasting at the Tasting Room.

The Tasting Room sits adjacent to the Wine Cellar, offering views of the conical Babylonstoren hill, Simonsberg and the Banghoek Mountains. The eye-catching steel-and-glass creation is a modern link between the two Cape Dutch-style wings of the wine cellar, and a perfect reflection of Babylonstoren’s philosophy of embracing both heritage and innovation. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls offer breathtaking views over the vineyards towards the small rocky koppie from which the farm derives its name, while indoors the striking central bar bedecked in vivid green tiles mirrors the lush vineyards beyond. A range of tantalising snack platters with charcuterie, cheese, pâté and fresh fruit and vegetables from the garden are on offer. The platters are an ideal light bite while tasting the Babylonstoren range of wines.

We leave Babylonstoren to continue our adventure in the winelands at the world renowned Delaire Graff Estate. 

The combination of Maritime and mountain is a very unique terroir, and here in Stellenbosch it creates our award-winning Delaire Graff wines. A cooling Atlantic sea breeze washes over our steeply sloping vineyards giving us a rich intensity of fruit.

Delaire Graff wines rank among the most prestigious in the Southern Hemisphere. Our unique terroir, on the crest of the panoramic Helshoogte Mountain Pass, is something our ambitious winemaker explores harvest after harvest.

This is where we enjoy a gourmet lunch, with a spectacular view (cost of the meal is not included)

The next stop on our Journey is the wonderful coalition between the Mullineux and Leeu Estates. 

In 2007 Chris and Andrea Mullineux established Mullineux Family Wines in the Swartland wine region of South Africa. For many years, our viticulturist, Rosa Kruger, had been enthusing to us about special parcels of vines outside the Swartland, but we couldn’t use these as our Mullineux and Kloof Street ranges are exclusively from Swartland vineyards.

The partnership of Chris & Andrea with Analjit Singh in 2013, and the renaming of the company to Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines, opened the way for a new project – Leeu Passant – to be based at the wine cellar on Leeu Estates in Franschhoek. Leeu Passant was a fantastic opportunity to harness these exciting vineyards to create something under a new label in a different wine region, but with the same no-compromise approach to quality that Chris & Andrea share with Bas, and with which our Mullineux range of wines is made.

In the late afternoon, we make our way into the huguenot village of Franschhoek, our home for the next two nights. Checking into the Beautiful La Cle Village you have some time at leisure before dinner is served at the Hotel.

Tonight you will enjoy a traditional South African Barbeque on the lawns of the estate.

Enjoy a delicious Breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a day exploring the Historical Town of Stellenbosch and  the surrounding vineyards. 

Stellenbosch is a university town in South Africa's Western Cape province. It's surrounded by the vineyards of the Cape Winelands and the mountainous nature reserves of Jonkershoek and Simonsberg. The town's oak-shaded streets are lined with cafes, boutiques and art galleries. Cape Dutch architecture gives a sense of South Africa's Dutch colonial history, as do the Village Museum's period houses and gardens.

We leave Stellenbosch and make our way to the beautiful Waterford Estate,

A selection of vintage wines that showcase the aging potential of our Waterford Estate Wines. These wines have been set aside and stored under optimum maturation conditions. We invite you to taste these wines and experience the satisfaction of tasting a vintage that is optimally ready for drinking.

Waterford Estate is situated in the picturesque Blaauwklippen Valley, in the world-renowned Stellenbosch region. At Waterford Estate, we have chosen to use only half of the total 120 hectares of land for the planting of vines, in order to preserve and maintain the natural fauna and flora on the Estate. Waterford Estate is owned by the Ord Family and developed under the watchful eye of Kevin Arnold, Cellar Master and Managing Partner, since 1998. The Waterford Estate winery offers a relaxing setting where guests can sit and enjoy various tasting options. With the wine cellar built surrounding the courtyard, guests can observe the workings of the winery, and get a true feel for the wine making process without disrupting the tranquillity of their tasting. In addition to our cellar door experiences, we also offer two vineyard experiences.

In the late afternoon, we return to the Village of Franschhoek where you have time to explore the village on foot, time permitting we will fit another tasting at a local estate.

Dinner tonight is at Leisure in the Village.

In the monring after breakfast you will be met by your driver and transferred to OR Tambo International Airport for your flight to Hoedspruit Airport. At the Airport you will be met by a local representative for private transfer to Tintswalo Safari lodge.

Lunch is served upon arrival at the Lodge. After lunch you will have time at leisure.

Later in the afternoon High Tea will be served before your first evening game drive. Game Drives are approximately 3 1/2 hours. You will stop at Sundown to enjoy some light refreshments, and return to the Lodge in the dark.

After returning from your Game Drive you will have time to freshen up before dinner is served in the main area of the lodge.

You will have an early morning wake up and meet in the main area of the Lodge for coffee and teas. Once you have met your ranger and had a light snack you will head off on your morning Game Drive. During your drive you will stop en-route for tea, coffee and light refreshments.

Being located on prime territory, the Manyeleti Game Reserve is nestled amidst the unfenced borders of the Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands and the Timbavati Reserves. Sitting in the heart of very this wilderness region, Tintswalo guests are treated to every imaginable wildlife sighting, including the Big Five, a variety of birdlife and small game, and colossal herds of large game.

Tintswalo Safari Lodge’s guides are hand-picked from among the very best candidates, selected for their knowledge, their passion for wildlife and their personal ability to be-friend guests and keep them entertained for the long hours spent together on game drives.

Trackers are sourced locally, many hailing from the native Shangaan communities, offering guests insights into the region’s local tradition and folklore. The trackers are truly gifted in their ability to track animals, prior to the game drives, using spoor and subtle signs of movement left in the bushveld.

Game drives are conducted in open, four-wheel drive game viewing vehicles. The vehicles are well-stocked with every comfort, including blankets for chilly mornings and night drives, refreshments and snacks for peckish adventurers and more practical supplies such as ponchos, insect repellent and sunscreen.

You return to the lodge after a spectacular Game Drive for a delicious brunch before meeting in the Boma for Masterchef - African Style. Under the Tutelage of the local chefs two teams will prepare a delicious meal using traditional African ingredients, and over an open fire. 

In the afternoon you will enjoy Lunch and later Hight Tea before your afternoon Game Drive.

Return to the lodge after dark and enjoy dinner prepared by the chef.

Today you get to spend a full day at this lovely lodge with morning and afternoon game drives included.

You will also go on a 2-3 hour informal excursion where you are taken into the neighbouring community where many of the staff live. You will have the opportunity to meet families, view craft ers at work, and perhaps visit a local school or a sangoma (traditi onal healer).

Excludes Sangoma visit, payable in cash to Sangoma.

You will have an early start to the day and enjoy breakfast at the lodge. After breakfast you will be stransferred to the airstrip where you will board your private charter to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. At the airport you will board your shceduled flight to Vilanculos Airport. 

At Vilanculos airport you will be met by a representative from the resort who will transfer you by road to Villa Santorini, the transfer will take approximately 45 minutes. 

At the lodge you will have time to settle in and enjoy lunch.

Spend the afternoon at leisure. 

Spend a full day in paradise. 

The magic created in our Santorini kitchen is enchanting. Food is sensual and it is the intricate colours, flavours and aromas that entice our tastebuds.

At Santorini, our local chefs produce this magic variety of tantalizing tastes throughout your stay. With a choice of up to 4 courses per meal, its a sensory explosion.

Our vegetables and herbs are from the Villa’s own garden and the option of the day’s fresh sea harvest, complement the daily menus. 

You spend some time with the Villa Chefs, while they explain the local herbs, spices and vegitables that make their way into their cuisine..

The cuisine of Mozambique has deeply been influenced by the Portuguese, who introduced new crops, flavorings, and cooking methods. Fresh Fish, Prawns and other seafood is purchased daily from local fishermen who bring their dhow boats to the shore early in the morning where the Chefs purchase the fish each morning.

Dinner is served on the beach, a delicious traditional Seafood Barbeque, with a cooking lesson from the Chef, on how to prepare the freshest Fish, and Delicious Tipotinto Cocktails.

Spend a Full Day in Paradise!

After a delicious breakfast, you make your way down to the beach, where you will board a local boat for a full day island excusion. Our First Stop is the magical pansy Island, one of the few places in the world where you can find pansy shells in abundance. Keep your eyes peeled for Dolphins and Flamingos that are often seen close to the islands.

You have the option to go snorkelling along 2 mile reef, before stopping at one of the local islands for a delicious picnic lunch.

Return to the villa in the late afternoon for some time at leisure and a delicious dinner overlooking the Islands of Magaruque and Benguerra while the moon reflects over the ocean.

After breakfast you will be transferred to Vilanculos Airport for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg International Airport.

At the Airport you will be met by a local representative who will assist you to your onward flight home.