Safari, wine, coast and city life in one exceptionally versatile destination
South Africa is one of the easiest countries in Africa to shape around very different interests. Cape Town and the Winelands bring food, design and culture; the coast adds beaches and marine experiences; and private reserves in areas such as Sabi Sands, Madikwe, Phinda and the Eastern Cape provide a strong safari finish.
The country works equally well as a single two-week journey or as a collection of shorter trips. Excellent domestic connections make it possible to move from city to vineyard to safari with relatively little friction, while private villas and exclusive-use lodges give families and groups considerable flexibility.
Where to explore in South Africa
Our current South Africa collection takes in Cape Town, Cederberg Mountains, Eastern Cape, Franschhoek, Hermanus, Johannesburg, Kalahari, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, Madikwe Game Lodge, Paarl, Phinda Private Game Reserve, Plettenberg Bay and Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Each area has been selected because it adds something distinct to a tailor-made journey, whether that is wildlife, landscape, culture, food, coast or simply the chance to slow the pace.
Rather than treating these as a checklist, we can help decide which regions belong together and how long to spend in each. The aim is a journey that feels coherent, with sensible transfers and enough time to enjoy the properties and experiences along the way.
Who South Africa suits
South Africa works particularly well for first-time visitors to Africa, families, food and wine travellers, honeymooners and anyone wanting safari without giving up sophisticated hotels, restaurants and coastal experiences. The detail can then be shaped around the people travelling – preferred pace, room or villa requirements, interests, celebrations and how much structure you want built into each day.
Planning your stay
Private Hideaway Escapes can arrange the complete journey, including handpicked accommodation, private transfers, internal flights where appropriate, guides and experiences. We can also combine South Africa with another destination when the routing genuinely improves the trip rather than simply adding another stop.
Speak to Private Hideaway Escapes for current availability, rates and a personalised itinerary built around the way you want to travel.
