Nestled in a fertile valley surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Cape Winelands, Franschhoek is an elegant heritage village located approximately 75 kilometres east of Cape Town. Known as South Africa’s food and wine capital, it combines a rich French Huguenot heritage with a relaxed countryside atmosphere. Visitors can explore acclaimed estates producing Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and exceptional Cap Classique sparkling wines, often travelling between vineyards aboard the popular wine tram. Tree-lined streets, historic Cape Dutch architecture, and boutique galleries add to the village’s charm. Summer brings opportunities for hiking and cycling through lush farmland, while winter invites cosy cellar tastings and the acclaimed annual literary festival. The scent of vineyards carried on the breeze, paired with sweeping views of green valleys and dramatic mountain backdrops, creates a refined yet welcoming year-round destination for food, wine, and culture enthusiasts.
A hidden gem situated in Botswana, Mashatu is an award-winning game reserve spanning 42,000 hectares (103,000 acres) of privately owned, unfenced land in the conserved wilderness area known as the Northern Tuli Game Reserve.
Nestled in the remote eastern corner of Botswana, where the borders of Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe meet - Mashatu boasts a diverse landscape of wide plains, lush riverbeds, mopane woodland, sandstone ridges and ancient trees (especially baobabs).
Known as the “Land of the Giants” - largest population of elephant herds on a private game reserve in Southern Africa, and home to seven of Africa's giants (African elephant, lion, giraffe, baobab tree, eland, ostrich, and kori bustard).
Increasingly known as the "Land of the Leopards" for unrivalled big cat and predator sightings.
Our camps include Euphorbia Mashatu, Kolokolo Safari Home, Mashatu Lodge, Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu, Mashatu Tent Camp and Shalimpo Safari Camp; offer immersive, eco-friendly stays with the warmest Botswana hospitality.
All lodges offer all-inclusive stays with two daily daily game drives and the option to substitute one game drive for a guided safari walk. A pristine destination shaped by the Lansdown family’s enduring commitment to conservation, authenticity and sustainable travel.
