South Africa

Cape Winelands & Wildlife Escape

Duration6 days

LocationStellenbosch & Hermanus

Group4 persons

Rating

A 6-day escape through South Africa's wine country and coast. Taste at estates in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, then drive to Hermanus for marine wildlife and clifftop walks before returning to Cape Town.

Wine tasting in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
Hermanus coastline, with whale watching in season
Wine estate hotel and ocean-view guest house stays
Easy driving distances and private guiding

Perfect for couples, foodies and anyone who prefers scenery and cuisine to long safari days. Day Safaris Adventures can arrange the transfers and tastings.

What's included

Accommodation in lodges/tented camps as per itinerary
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Government taxes and service charges
Meals as stated in the daily itinerary
Park, conservancy and entry fees
Professional English-speaking driver-guide

Not included

Anything not listed under "What's Included"
International flights to and from your home country
Optional activities (e.g. hot air balloon safari)
Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, phone calls)
Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
Travel, medical and cancellation insurance
Visa fees and entry permits (unless stated)

6-day itinerary

A day-by-day breakdown of your adventure.

Day1

Arrival in Cape Town to Stellenbosch

Arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Pick up your luxury rental car. Drive to Stellenbosch (45 minutes). Check-in at a wine estate. Afternoon walk through Stellenbosch town - visit the Dutch Reformed Moederkerk, Dorp Street with its historic buildings, and Oom Samie se Winkel for curios.

Wine estate hotel in Stellenbosch (Lanzerac or similar)Full Board

Car
Rental
Pickup,
Historic
Town
Walk,

Day2

Stellenbosch - Premier Wine Estates

9:00 AM start wine tasting at some of Stellenbosch's top estates: Delaire Graff (art and architecture), Tokara (olive oil and wine), and Rust en Vrede (known for red blends). Lunch at a vineyard restaurant. Afternoon visit to the Village Museum (4 historic houses).

Wine estate hotel in StellenboschFull Board

Wine
Tasting
At
4
Estates,
Vineyard

Day3

Franschhoek - Wine Tram Experience

Drive to Franschhoek (30 minutes) - the food and wine capital of South Africa. Board the Franschhoek Wine Tram - hop on hop off through 8 different wine estates. Visit La Motte (art gallery), Rickety Bridge, and Grande Provence (sculpture garden). Lunch option at the famous Franschhoek Beer Co.

Wine estate hotel in StellenboschFull Board

Franschhoek
Wine
Tram,
Art
And
Sculpture

Day4

Stellenbosch to Hermanus - Whale Coast

Morning breakfast. Drive to Hermanus (1.5 hours) via Sir Lowry's Pass with mountain views. Check into your guest house overlooking Walker Bay. Afternoon walk the Cliff Path (12km trail) - spot Southern Right Whales (June-Nov) from the shore. Visit the Old Harbour Museum.

Hermanus ocean-view guest houseFull Board

Scenic
Mountain
Drive,
Cliff
Path
Whale

Day5

Hermanus - Whale Boat Safari & Gansbaai

9:00 AM boat-based whale watching tour (3 hours) - get up close to Southern Right Whales breaching and tail slapping. See dolphins, seals, and penguins. Afternoon drive to Gansbaai (30 minutes). Visit the Danger Point Lighthouse and viewpoint for great white shark viewing.

Hermanus ocean-view guest houseFull Board

Whale
Watching
Boat
Tour,
Dolphin
Viewing,

Day6

Hermanus to Cape Town - Departure

Morning free for last whale watching or visit the Hermanus Market (weekends). Drive back to Cape Town (1.5 hours) via Betty's Bay to see African penguins at Stony Point. Drop off rental car at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Departure flight.

No accommodationFull Board