sven

The Safari Experience

We arrange the ultimate safari experience in South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia

 

 

 

The Gourmet Treat

South Africa is celebrated for its high-quality food. Treat yourself to a wide range of award-winning cuisine

Hiking Trips

We work with the most established local hiking guides to maximize your experience and safety

Golf Travel

Enjoy the country’s fabulous links, seaside, park and championship golf courses

 

Unique Wine Tours

Meet highly regarded award-winning winemakers and be captivated by their expertise and professionalism

 

Anniversary Trips

Whatever the occasion, for yourself or your company, we can design and curate a memorable celebration

 

The Ultimate Treat

Private jet or helicopter? Spoil yourself and include an award-winning chef and butler to boot

Yoga Travel

Extraordinary yoga experiences that combine spectacular settings with nurturing and healing cuisine

 

Experience Paradise

Enjoy our meticulously selected paradise-like gems in South Africa, Madagascar and Mozambique

 

Luxury Train Travel

Rovos Rail or the Blue Train. Be instantly transported to a world of myth, legend and timeless luxury

Properties To Rent

We can offer a wide variety of quality accommodation. Enjoy your own villa, house or apartment

 

Family Travel

We take every family member into consideration to ensure an all-around fabulous family experience

 

Child-free Travel

If you’re looking for peace and quiet, we’ll guide you to the top child-free accommodation and restaurants

 

Wedding Experience

Ensure a memorable day by allowing us to curate an unforgettable experience to celebrate your union

 

Exploring Tours

Our bespoke itineraries deliver once-in-a-lifetime experiences

 

Conference Travel

Substitute jetlag for state-of-the-art conference venues combined with great wine tasting and superb safari

 

Tailor-made Trips

Our enthusiasm and professionalism are the hallmark of our tailor-made service offering

 

You As a Cicerone

All our trips are individually tailored. Unfamiliar guests aren’t part of what we offer. Your journey is about you

 

Special Offers

RIGHT NOW: Receive a 10 % discount when booking shark cage diving for five or more people

 

Safari Destinations

South Africa

Outstanding diversity combined with superb comfort makes South Africa a magnificent destination

 

Zambia

A nation with some of the best, most pristine and animal-dense national parks. A superb safari destination

 

Zimbabwe

Diversity and magnificently varied nature make this classic safari destination one of the absolute best

 

Botswana

A safari destination bar none! Be amazed by the abundance and outstanding quality of every safari

Namibia

Unique flora and exceptional fauna – one of the most beautiful countries in the world

Special offer

RIGHT NOW: Stay six nights at the amazing Jamala Madikwe and you receive the seventh night free

 

 

Safari Theme

Big 5 Safari

Keen to experience the Big 5? Our intimate knowledge of the many national parks makes it possible

 

 

Family Safari

Our knowledge of safari and safety is unique. Allow us to arrange your once-in-a-lifetime family safari

 

Walking Safari

We work with the most skilled safari guides to maximize your experience and safety

 

Shark Cage Diving

We work exclusively with  top local specialists in safe, eco-diving to maximize your experience and safety

 

Whale Watching

We work exclusively with the best local specialists to maximize your experience and safety

 

Destinations

South Africa

Enjoy the peacefulness of endless deserted beaches with nearby access to top-class safari experiences

 

Mozambique

Enjoy miles of deserted sun-drenched beaches and 30-degree seas

 

 

Madagascar

Paradise imagined. Enjoy the magnificent surroundings populated by the very likeable Lemurs

Start planning your trip ...

 

About South Africa

Read about the complex and fascinating history of the Republic of South Africa

 

 

Travel guidance

Please find information about Covid-19 in South Africa as well as basic yet essential information to consider before your departure

 

 

Activities

Southern Africa in general, and South Africa, offer an impressive variety of world-class, once-in-a-lifetime activities and experiences

 

 

Gallery

Be inspired by our gallery of beautiful, colourful South Africa and Southern Africa

 

About us, what we can assist with and what people think of us ...

About The Company

Keen to know more about us? Please find information about us and why we consider ourselves experts in South Africa and Southern Africa

Our Services

After 20 years on location, our service is not only to tailor the best holiday for you but to look after you every step of the way until you have returned home safely

Testimonials

What our guests are saying: about us, our efforts, our partners, South Africa and southern Africa as destinations

Follow Us

We are most certainly on social media. Please follow us here

 
 
12 DAYS GOURMET TREAT
The Outmost Gourmet Treat

Be captivated by the beautiful landscape while enjoying an unforgettable gourmet Experience in the winelands

3 nights
Franschhoek
 
Franschhoek

The town of Franschhoek – which in Afrikaans means the French hook – is well known for three quality things, you should be able to: eat well, drink well and sleep well. The town definitely lives up to its reputation, located in one of the world’s most beautiful wine valleys. For more than 300 years ago settled by the French Huguenots in the region, bringing with them their winemaking and food knowledge, which has today resulted in South Africa’s gastronomic capital. It was only when the French Huguenots arrived in South Africa, that the wine culture took off and with their knowledge they laid the foundation for today’s South African wine industry.

IS KNOWN FOR:
FANTASTIC WINERIES
GOURMET RESTAURANTS
EXCELLENT ACCOMMODA-TION
EXPLORE THE WINELANDS BY AIR
MANY HIKING TRAILS
STUNNING VIEWS
EXCELLENT GOLF
 
Franschhoek

The town of Franschhoek – which in Afrikaans means the French hook – is well known for three quality things, you should be able to: eat well, drink well and sleep well. The town definitely lives up to its reputation, located in one of the world’s most beautiful wine valleys. For more than 300 years ago settled by the French Huguenots in the region, bringing with them their winemaking and food knowledge, which has today resulted in South Africa’s gastronomic capital. It was only when the French Huguenots arrived in South Africa, that the wine culture took off and with their knowledge they laid the foundation for today’s South African wine industry.

IS KNOWN FOR:
FANTASTIC WINERIES
GOURMET RESTAURANTS
EXCELLENT ACCOMMODA-TION
EXPLORE THE WINELANDS BY AIR
MANY HIKING TRAILS
STUNNING VIEWS
EXCELLENT GOLF
4 nights
Hermanus
 
Hermanus

Hermanus is situated in the unique and attractive area of Walker Bay which is surrounded by ocean, mountains, and miles of white beaches. Hermanus with its breathtaking nature and famous cliff paths is known as the best land-based whale whatching spot in the world (from June to early Decebmer). Just a few meters from land on the cliffs you can watch whales in the bay, which makes Hermanus the best place in the world to see these magnificent mammals. Visit the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, one of the most southern wine districts in Africa, where several of the country’s top winemakers are located and developing their wines.

IS KNOWN FOR:
WHALE WATCHING
HIKING TRAILS
EXCELLENT GOLF
FANTASTIC WINERIES
GOOD RESTAURANTS
SHARK CAGE DIVING
LOT'S OF ACTIVITIES
BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
 
Hermanus

Hermanus is situated in the unique and attractive area of Walker Bay which is surrounded by ocean, mountains, and miles of white beaches. Hermanus with its breathtaking nature and famous cliff paths is known as the best land-based whale whatching spot in the world (from June to early Decebmer). Just a few meters from land on the cliffs you can watch whales in the bay, which makes Hermanus the best place in the world to see these magnificent mammals. Visit the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, one of the most southern wine districts in Africa, where several of the country’s top winemakers are located and developing their wines.

IS KNOWN FOR:
WHALE WATCHING
HIKING TRAILS
EXCELLENT GOLF
FANTASTIC WINERIES
GOOD RESTAURANTS
SHARK CAGE DIVING
LOT'S OF ACTIVITIES
BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
4 nights
Cape Town
 
Cape Town

Cape Town is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world with its magnificent nature, beautiful coasts, white beaches and cloud-covered mountains. Cape Town is the mecca of attractions that offers a great variety of fantastic experiences – something that suits everyone! The city is beautifully situated at the foot of Table Mountain, its most famous landmark. There are plenty of nice restaurants, shopping, exciting activities etc. In Cape Town, you will find green and lush Constantia Winelands with some of the oldest and magnificent wineries in the country.

IS KNOWN FOR:
STUNNING VINEYARDS
MANY GREAT RESTAURANTS
EXPERIENCE CAPE TOWN FROM ABOVE
SEAL SNORKLING
BEAUTIFUL HIKING TRAILS
LOTS OF ACTIVITIES
EXCELLENT GOLF COURSES
 
Cape Town

Cape Town is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world with its magnificent nature, beautiful coasts, white beaches and cloud-covered mountains. Cape Town is the mecca of attractions that offers a great variety of fantastic experiences – something that suits everyone! The city is beautifully situated at the foot of Table Mountain, its most famous landmark. There are plenty of nice restaurants, shopping, exciting activities etc. In Cape Town, you will find green and lush Constantia Winelands with some of the oldest and magnificent wineries in the country.

IS KNOWN FOR:
STUNNING VINEYARDS
MANY GREAT RESTAURANTS
EXPERIENCE CAPE TOWN FROM ABOVE
SEAL SNORKLING
BEAUTIFUL HIKING TRAILS
LOTS OF ACTIVITIES
EXCELLENT GOLF COURSES
2 nights
Greater Kruger
 
Greater Kruger

The Kruger National Park, which is over two million hectares, as large as Israel, is located in the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo in northeastern South Africa. Greater Kruger is the largest national park and one of the world’s wildlife-rich parks. Adjacent to the national park are many private game reserves and together this area forms the “Greater Kruger” Greater Kruger includes the private game reserves; Sabi Sand, Timbavati, Makuya, Letaba, Balule, Klaserie, Umbabat, Manyeleti. In Greater Kruger there is a big chance to spot the Big 5 but is of course dependent on the season as well as skilled guides and “hawk-eyed” trackers.

IS KNOWN FOR:
THE BIG FIVE
GREAT ACCOMMODA-TION
BUSH WALKS
EXCELLENT FOOD
LOT'S TO EXPERIENCE
SPA FACILITIES
 
Greater Kruger

The Kruger National Park, which is over two million hectares, as large as Israel, is located in the provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo in northeastern South Africa. Greater Kruger is the largest national park and one of the world’s wildlife-rich parks. Adjacent to the national park are many private game reserves and together this area forms the “Greater Kruger” Greater Kruger includes the private game reserves; Sabi Sand, Timbavati, Makuya, Letaba, Balule, Klaserie, Umbabat, Manyeleti. In Greater Kruger there is a big chance to spot the Big 5 but is of course dependent on the season as well as skilled guides and “hawk-eyed” trackers.

IS KNOWN FOR:
THE BIG FIVE
GREAT ACCOMMODA-TION
BUSH WALKS
EXCELLENT FOOD
LOT'S TO EXPERIENCE
SPA FACILITIES

HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy a 12-courses set menu at La Colombe. One of the top 20th best restaurant in the world

Wine tasting at Hamilton Russell vineyard which is considered making one of the world’s best Pinot Noir

Be captivated by the winelands most beautiful environments

A return trip with a start in the gastronomic capital town, Franschhoek, followed by a visit to the traditional wine capital, Stellenbosch for 3 nights. Thereafter a visit to vineyards in Botriver and then onwards to the scenic coastal town of Hermanus for 4 nights. End the trip in one of the world’s most beautiful cities, Cape Town 4 nights. During the trip you will visit Upplev Sydafrika’s specially selected restaurants and vineyards – some of South Africa’s finest!

Dates: The trip can be booked on any preferred day of the week, and the duration of the stay can be adjusted according to your wishes.

Length of trip: 11 nights / 12 days in Western Cape Provence + 2 travel days (flight).

Size of groups: At least 4 persons for own transport + driver/guide. For a group of 2 persons, a supplement will be charged for transport + driver/guide.

This trip can be booked without transport.

 
 
 
 
 

Preliminary itinerary

 
DAY BY DAY – READ MORE

Day 1. Franschhoek.
Transfer from Airport to a nice pre-chosen centrally Guesthouse in the gastronomic town of Franschhoek. After check-in, winetasting and lunch at selected beautiful vineyard. Afternoon at your own in the picturesque town of Franschhoek. Dinner at chosen restaurant.

Day 2. Stellenbosch/Franschhoek.
After breakfast wine- and chocolate tasting in the wine district of Stellenbosch. Lunch at a stunning located vineyard just outside Franschhoek. Afternoon at your own and dinner at chosen restaurant in the central of Franschhoek.

Day 3. Franschhoek.
After breakfast winetasting at selected vineyards around Franschhoek. Picnic lunch at vineyard. Afternoon at your own. Twelve-course meal dinner at award-winning restaurant in the winelands of Franschhoek.

Day 4. Botriver/Hermanus.
On the way from Franschhoek to Hermanus, stop in Botriver for introduction of winemaking and winetasting. Arriving Hermanus and check-in at a nice pre-chosen Guesthosue, with stunning views over Walker Bay. Often you can spot some whales, dolphins and seals in the ocean. Lunch at a beautiful located restaurant by the ocean in central Hermanus. Afternoon at your own, dinner booked at a selected restaurant in the new harbour.

Day 5-6. Hermanus.
Two whole days at your own. Choose between different activities around Hermanus: horseback riding among wild horses, whale watching, Great White Shark diving, golf at Hermanus Golf Club or Arabella Golf Estate etc. Lunch and dinner at your own.

Day 7. Hermanus/Stanford.
After breakfast: visiting the unexplored idyllic town of Stanford. Winetasting and lunch at an organic restaurant. Afternoon at your own in Hermanus. Choose between different activities: take a stroll on the path and spot some Whales (depending on season), visit Spa, do some shopping at galleris and Hermanus market. Experience the magnific 21 km Grotto Beach etc. Dinner at selected restaurant in central Hermanus.

Day 8. Hermanus/Cape Town.
After breakfast, transfer to one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town. Check-in at pre-chosen hotel or Guesthouse. Afternoon and evening at your own – we recommend the hop-on, hop-off bus citytour around Cape Town.

Day 9. Cape Town.
A whole day for different activities in Cape Town: Table Mountain, Robben Island, V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, Waterkant etc. Lunch and dinner at your own.

Day 10. Cape Town/Constantia.
After breakfast, winetour in the green, lush landscape of Constantia, where some of the oldest vineyards are located. Lunch at award-winning restaurant and vineyard in Constantia. Tour around Hout Bay, Camps Bay etc. Afternoon at your own. Dinner at selected restaurant in Cape Town.

Day 11. Cape Peninsula/Cape of Good Hope.
A whole day excursion to Cape Point nature reserve and Cape of Good Hope and stop i Simonstown, Boulders Beach with penguins. Picnic lunch on the way. Dinner at your own in Cape Town.

Day 12. Cape Town/Airport.
A whole day at your own. Visit V&A Waterfront with exciting streetlife, shopping, restaurants or relax by the pool. Transfer to Airport for flight to Europe.

3 DAYS ADD-ON SAFARI IN GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Day 12. Cape Town/Savanna Private Game Reserve.
After breakfast transfer to Cape Town Airport for domestic flights to the Kruger Park. At the airport you will be picked up and transported to Savanna Private Game Reserve. Afternoon check-in at Savanna with game drive / safari.

Day 13-14. Savanna Private Game Reserve.
Safari program at Savanna Private Game Reserve.

Day 15. Savanna Private Game Reserve/Departue.
After morning game drive / safari transfer to the airport. Flights to Johannesburg Airport for further flight to Europe.

Read more about Safari in Greater Kruger National Park

 
 
 

Activities

South Africa has a lot to offer in terms of activities. Upplev Sydafrika have put together activities to do in regions or areas you will visiting during your trip. Contact us for more information.

 

ADD-ON TRIPS

Upplev Sydafrika recommends these carefully
chosen add-on trips of 2-4 days

Utmost safari experience

Experience an unforgettable safari in mighty Greater Kruger National Park.

READ MORE

The Paradise Experience

Enjoy the delightful comfort of barefoot luxury in the ultimate paradise.

READ MORE

Luxury Train Travel

Be captivated by the spectacular landscape of South Africa from the most luxury train in the world, Rovos Rail!

READ MORE

You can travel to South Africa all year round, but we recommend going September to May

Healthcare is good in South Africa. Even so we suggest obtaining a sound travel insurance before departure

As a EU and UK citizen, you will receive a 90-day tourist visa upon arrival in South Africa

To ponder before travelling:

The so-called “peak season” in December / January is very popular indeed and requires booking of accommodation, safaris, activities and restaurants well in advance.