Featured Places

Kensington Place

Cape Town

Days 1 - 3: Cape Town

Nestled at the foot of the majestic Table Mountain and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Town is consistently voted amongst the top cities in the world to visit and it is no surprise that this wonderful city is one of the highlights of a holiday to South Africa. The climate is Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers.

One of the main tourist attractions is the tastefully restored V&A Waterfront with its many shops, bars and restaurants. There is also an aquarium and one of the largest craft markets in Southern Africa. Boats offer tours of the harbour from the quayside and the whole place is always buzzing with life and activity. The City Bowl is home to many museums and historical buildings which can all be viewed from a 'topless' hop on/hop off tourist bus, complete with interesting commentary as you ride around the city.

The adventurous can climb up (or abseil down) Table Mountain, windsurf or kitesurf at Bloubergstrand Beach, dive in shark tanks, or do any one of a dozen more adrenalin pumping activities. For a more relaxed pace of life, there are miles of sandy beaches for soaking up the African sun, or enjoy a quiet stroll through the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Situated on the slopes of Table Mountain, in the quiet, leafy suburb of Higgovale, Kensington Place is a luxury boutique hotel, offering outstanding service and accommodation to all its guests.

The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated in the most contemporary style. Facilities include iPod docking facilities, safe and laptop and Skype phone facilities.

In between exploring the city and the surrounding areas, why not just relax around the sparkling plunge pool or enjoy sumptuous outdoor dining set in the tranquil seclusion of the lush, distinctively landscaped garden.

Example Details For Kensington Place

Nights: 3 Nights
Adults: 2 Children: 0
Room: 1 x Standard Room
Includes: Breakfast is included.
 

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Address

Kensington Place,38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale

Directions

From Cape Town International Airport: Follow signs for N2 Cape Town (highway). Follow N2 for 12 km. Turn right onto M3 Cape Town. Keep left for Philip Kgosana Drive/Cableway. Follow Philip Kgosana Drive for 5 km. Keep/turn left for Cableway/Jutland Ave. At 3rd traffic light, turn left into Rheede St. Turn left into Kloof Street.

Follow Kloof Street for 1 km. Keep/turn left info Leeuwenhof Crescent. Kensington Place is situated on right.

From the V&A Waterfront: Follow signs for Cableway. Follow Buitengracht Street for 1.5 km. Street becomes Kloof Nek Road. Turn left into De Lorentz Street. Turn right into Kloof Street. Follow Kloof Street for 400 m. Keep/turn left into Leeuwenhof Crescent. Kensington Place is situated on right.

Check In / Check Out

Rooms may normally be occupied from 14:00 on the day of arrival and must normally please be vacated by 11:00 on the day of departure for the convenience of arriving guests.

General Information For Guests

Children aged 16 years and older are welcome. Adult rates apply.

The rooms are furnished with twin/king size beds; audio visual facilities including iPod docking; electric safe; laptop and skype phone; complimentary broadband; internet access and Wi-Fi; DVD and music library; complimentary gym membership.

Pamper sessions, sport activies, day trips and tranfers can be arranged. Off-street parking is also available.

There is a swimming pool.

La Fontaine

The Cape Winelands

Days 4 - 5: The Cape Winelands

La Fontaine Location Map

Just an hour's drive from Cape Town and situated in the peaceful Franschhoek Valley, La Fontaine is just a short stroll away from the main village centre of Franschhoek.

With its friendly small village atmosphere, Franschhoek has a number of delightful art and design shops, as well as the Huguenot Museum or the famous Franschhoek Motor Museum. The village is also home to many award-winning restaurants.

The Franschhoek Wine Tram is a totally unique and leisurely way to visit the vineyards and wine estates of the Franschhoek Valley, or the guest house also has bicycles for hire should you wish to explore by pedal power. Private wineland tours taking in not only a selection of the finest wines but also rolling vineyards and quaint Dutch homesteads can be arranged (on request and at an additional cost).

If rest is what you need, stay in and enjoy the tranquil gardens and swimming pools that stretch over 2 properties. The outdoor breakfast patio and front veranda under their vine and wisteria pergolas boast views of the surrounding mountains and tranquil settings.

There are 17 large rooms and suites to choose from, all decorated with individual themes and character.

The Mountain View Suites have a fully equipped bathroom with a large bathtub and separate shower. The larger of these 2 suites also has its own wood burning fireplace. The Luxury Suites have light bathrooms and a seating area for extra comfort.

The Luxury Rooms offer the same standard of luxury decoration but with a slightly smaller footprint. The Deluxe Rooms are the smallest room type but still retain their own charm and elegance.

Example Details For La Fontaine

Nights: 2 Nights
Adults: 2 Children: 0
Room: 1 x Deluxe Room
Includes: Breakfast is included.
 
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La Fontaine Location.

Address

La Fontaine,21 Dirkie Uys Street, Franschhoek

Directions

From Cape Town (via N1): Drive out of Cape Town on the N1 past Belville and Brackenfell turn-offs. Continue past the Winelands 1-Stop Engen petrol station as well as the first Stellenbosch turn-off after the petrol station. Take the next turn-off named Stellenbosch/Klapmuts and turn right at the stop on the R44. Approximately 600m further, go over the 4-way stop.Shortly after the 4 way stop (+/-400m) turn left at the Franschhoek sign.

Carry along this road for approximately 8 km until it ends at a T-junction at which you turn right to Franschhoek on the R45. This road will take you straight into Franschhoek (approximately 16 km further). Just past the Town Hall on your left-hand side, turn left into La Rochelle Street. Take the first street on the right, which is Dirkie Uys Street. La Fontaine is on the left-hand side.

From Cape Town (via N2): Drive out of Cape Town on the N2, and take the first Stellenbosch turn-off (Baden Powell Drive/R310) and keep on travelling to Stellenbosch. You will eventually pass the Spier Wine Estate (on your right) and a few kilometres after that, the road will end at a T-junction (approximately 13 km from the N2 turn-off). Turn right at the T-junction and travel into Stellenbosch.

You will pass over 3 traffic lights - keep to your left. The road ends at a T-junction at which you turn left. Pass over 3 traffic lights and shortly after the 3rd set, turn right at a set of lights at the Franschhoek/Idas Valley sign. This road will take you over the mountain on the Helshoogte Pass, through Johannesdal and through Pniel and eventually ends at a T-junction (16 km from Stellenbosch). This T-junction is shortly after the Boschendal Wine Estate (which would have been on your right).

Turn right at the T-junction onto the R45 to Franschhoek. This road will take you straight into Franschhoek (approximately 13 km further). Just past the Town Hall on your left-hand side, turn left into La Rochelle Street. Take the first street on the right, which is Dirkie Uys Street. La Fontaine is on the left-hand side.

From Hermanus/The Garden Route: Either follow the N2 to the Baden Powell Drive/R310 exit, and follow the directions as above OR you can take the more scenic route via the Franschhoek Pass - leave the N2 at the R43 towards Villiersdorp (16 km past Caledon) and follow this road to Villiersdorp.

Turn left onto the R45, and after approximately 8 km turn right to stay on the R45 and go over the Franschhoek Pass to Franschhoek. Turn right into Huguenot Road  (R45) at the Huguenot Monument. Take the third turn right into La Rochelle Street, and then take the first street on the right, which is Dirkie Uys Street. La Fontaine is on the left-hand side.

From Oudtshoorn: Leave Oudtshoorn on the R62 towards Calitzdorp and Ladismith.  In Ladismith (approx 97 km from Oudtshoorn) you need to turn left to stay on the 62 which is now signposted to Monagu. 

After a further 146km the R62 merges with the R60, and you should carry on straight along this road towards Ashton/Robertson.  Continue on the R60 through Robertson, and 39km after the roundabout in Robertson turn left onto Overhex Road, signposted for Aan de Doorns.  Follow this road for 6km until the junction with the R43, and then turn left on the R43 towards Villiersdorp.

Follow the road through Villersdorp, and as you leave the town continue along Main Road past the sign for R43 Hermanus (do not turn left here!), and Main Road will become the R321/R45 signposted Franschhoek.  After 8km, turn right to stay on the R45 and continue on this road for 25km until you reach Franschhoek.

Turn right into Huguenot Road (R45) at the Huguenot Monument. Take the third turn right into La Rochelle Street, and then take the first street on the right, which is Dirkie Uys Street. La Fontaine is on the left-hand side.

ANY PROBLEMS AFTER HOURS YOU CAN CALL +27 (0) 21 876 4247.

Check In / Check Out

Rooms may be occupied from 14:00 on the day of arrival and must please be vacated by 10:30 on the day of departure for the convenience of arriving guests.

General Information For Guests

Children of any age are welcome.

The Mountain View Suites have an extra length kingsize bed, a modern fully equipped bathroom with a large bathtub and separate shower, air-conditioning, a large LCD television, an electronic safe, hairdryer, Nespresso and TWG tea station.

The Luxury Suites have an extra length kingsize bed, modern light bathrooms with large bath tubs and separate spacious showers, air-conditioning, a large LCD television, an electronic safe, hairdryer, Nespresso machine and TWG tea station and a stocked mini fridge. The suites also have large desks and seating for extra comfort.

The Luxury Rooms have an extra length kingsize bed and beautifully appointed modern bathrooms. The rooms also include air-conditioning, a large LCD television, an electronic safe, hairdryer, Nespresso machine and TWG tea station and a stocked mini fridge, plus a small desk with international plugs.

The Deluxe Rooms have the smallest footprint and have an en-suite bathroom with a shower, an extra length kingsize bed, air-conditioning, a large LCD television, an electronic safe, hairdryer, Nespresso machine and TWG tea station and a stocked mini fridge, plus a small desk with international plugs.

There is a swimming pool.

Ground level rooms are wheelchair friendly.

There is free Wi-Fi access in all the rooms.

There is secure off-street parking available.

Visa and MasterCard credit cards are accepted.

A same day laundry service is available (additional cost).

Smoking is not permitted inside the buildings, it is allowed outside and on the patio except during breakfast.

The central location means the guest house is within easy walking distance to restaurants, shops and galleries.

It is advisable to pre-book dinner reservations in Franschhoek, especially between October and April. We would advise downloading the DinePlan app which is available on both Android and iPhone/iPad. Bookings do need to be made at least 24 hours in advance.

De Zeekoe Guest Farm

The Klein Karoo

Days 6 - 7: The Klein Karoo

De Zeekoe Guest Farm Location Map

Just 7 km outside Oudtshoorn, a warm welcome awaits you at De Zeekoe Guest Farm, set on 200 rolling hectares of succulent Klein Karoo. Around 3,000 ostriches browse the pastures and hundreds of springbok and other naturally occurring game make this farm their home.

Activities that can be enjoyed during a stay here include fishing, canoeing, biking and hiking along the many nature trails, all of which can be enjoyed within the borders of the farm. The incredible Cango Caves, the Cango Wildlife Ranch (the oldest and biggest cheetah contact centre worldwide), the Ostrich Show Farms, meerkat tours (pre-booking is essential!) and the great Swartberg and Outeniqua Mountain passes are other attractions in the vicinity which are worth a visit.

The most popular activity, however, is the daily wild habituated meerkat tours. These tours commence only at sunrise and are dependent on fair weather, since these little creatures will not venture outside their burrows on cold and rainy days. The tours last between 2-3 hours and booking is essential.

In between activities, guests can relax at the poolside.

Guests can choose from a variety of accommodation options.

The en-suite rooms in the main house are all tastefully styled with textures of wood, earthy fabrics, colourful rugs and soft lighting.

The cottages are a short 3 minute drive from the main house and offer a totally private stay. Each cottage has a fireplace, stunning views and a private pool.

The Manor House is ideal for groups of up to 6 people, and is sold on a self-catering basis. It is only 100m from the main guest house and has 3 en-suite bedrooms. There is an inside and outside braai/BBQ area as well as a kitchen and dining area.

Example Details For De Zeekoe Guest Farm

Nights: 2 Nights
Adults: 2 Children: 0
Room: 1 x Luxury Room
Includes: Breakfast is included.
 
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De Zeekoe Guest Farm Location.

Address

De Zeekoe Guest Farm,Off the R328 , Oudtshoorn

Directions

From Cape Town/the Winelands (via N2): Leave Cape Town/the Winelands on the N2 heading towards the Summerset West and Swellendam, and continue on the N2 past Swellendam until you reach the junction with the R324 signposted to Suurbraak / Barrydale (approx. 230 km from Cape Town).

Turn left onto the R324 and follow this for 17 km until you reach the T Junction where the R324 meets the R62.  Turn right onto the R62 towards Barrydale and continue on this road for approx. 172 km until you reach the junction with the R328.

Turn right onto the R328 towards Mossel Bay, and follow this road for approx. 5.2 km until you see a gravel road on the right signposted to De Zeekoe. Take this road, and follow it for 2 km to reach De Zeekoe Guest Farm.

From Oudtshoorn: Turn onto the R328 towards Mossel Bay for 5 km, then turn right at the signpost to De Zeekoe and travel along the gravel road for 2 km.

From the Garden Route: Travel along the N2 towards Mossel Bay. Exit the N2 via exit 397, and at the T-junction turn left. At the next junction you will turn right onto the R328 towards Oudtshoorn, where 7 km before Oudtshoorn, you will turn left at the signpost to De Zeekoe and travel along the gravel road for 2 km.

Check In / Check Out

Rooms may be occupied from 14:00 - 18:00 on the day of arrival and must please be vacated by 10:30 on the day of departure for the convenience of arriving guests. All guests (including those staying at the lakeside cabins) should check-in at the main guest house.

General Information For Guests

Children of any age are welcome.

All rooms have air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a hair dryer, outside shower, tea/coffee making facilities, a fan and heater, mini bar, safe, television, and mosquito nets.

There is free secure parking.

Guests can enjoy free and unlimited internet and Wi-Fi hotspots.

There is a swimming pool.

A laundry service is offered (additional cost).

There is a restaurant which serves an a la carte menu in the evenings. Light lunches are available on request, or the kitchen can provide a picnic basket if you are heading out for the day.  There is also a cocktail bar and a Tranquillity Spa.

De Zeekoe has a curio shop selling a variety of different items.

PLEASE NOTE: If you wish to join one of the Meerkat tours, pre-booking is essential. Please ask your Travel Butlers consultant to make this booking for you as soon as possible.

De Zeekoe also has self-guided hiking trails, mountain biking (bikes available to rent) and canoeing (in the rainy season).

Credit cards are accepted.

Periwinkle Lodge

The Garden Route

Days 8 - 10: The Garden Route

Periwinkle Lodge Location Map

Originally called Baia Formosa, or Beautiful Bay, by the early Portuguese, Plettenberg Bay is home to some of the best beaches along the Garden Route. Set around a curving horseshoe bay, schools of playful dolphins and resident Orca and Bryde's whales are often seen and between July and December the migratory Southern Right whales come to the bay to calf.

The small town is filled with restaurants, galleries, studios and interesting craft shops. With its exceptional climate and beautiful view sites over the Indian Ocean, Plettenberg Bay is perfect for tourists interested in exploring, whale and dolphin watching or just relaxing.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy mountain biking, horse riding, hiking trails, golf, diving, excellent salt and fresh water fishing - even skydiving!

The nearby Robberg Nature Reserve is situated on a rugged coastal peninsula with sweeping views of the bay, as well as superb whale and dolphin watching, excellent birding, hiking trails and the Nelson Bay Cave - an archaeological site with evidence of human habitation that stretches back for more than 120 thousand years.

Periwinkle Guest Lodge is a beachfront guest house offering panoramic views where you can watch the whales and dolphins frolicking in the waves whilst enjoying a scrumptious breakfast.

All the rooms are individually decorated in bright, happy colours which reflect the surrounding sea and mountains.

Six of the 7 rooms have private balconies where guests can enjoy the view from the Robberg Peninsula to the right and the Tsitsikamma Mountains to the left. All rooms have TVs, direct dial telephones, tea/coffee making facilities and bar fridges.

Example Details For Periwinkle Lodge

Nights: 3 Nights
Adults: 2 Children: 0
Room: 1 x Standard Room
Includes: Breakfast is included.
 
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Periwinkle Lodge Location.

Address

Periwinkle Lodge,75 Beachy Head Drive, Plettenberg Bay

Directions

From Cape Town/Hermanus/The Winelands/Swellendam/Wilderness/Knysna: Follow the N2 to Plettenberg Bay until you see the Piesang Valley Road/Plettenberg Bay South/Suid turn-off into Plettenberg Bay, which also has an airport sign. Turn right down Piesang Valley Road until you get to the roundabout. Take the 3rd exit into Beacon Isle Drive and then turn right into Longships Drive. Then take the 2nd left into Roche Bonne Avenue and right at the T-junction into Beachy Head Drive. Follow the road for 1.5 km until you reach the guest house.

From Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha): Take the N2 to Plettenberg Bay. Take the 3rd turn-off into Plettenberg Bay marked Piesang Valley Road/Plettenberg Bay South/Suid and follow the directions as above.

Check In / Check Out

Rooms may be occupied from 14:00 on the day of arrival and must please be vacated by 10:30 on the day of departure for the convenience of arriving guests. If you anticipate arriving after 20:00, please let the guest house know prior to that time.

General Information For Guests

Children aged 12 years old and older are welcome.

All rooms are en-suite and have a TV, a direct dial telephone, heated towel rails, tea/coffee facilities and bar fridges. The rooms also have hair dryers, overhead fans and under floor heating in the bathrooms. There is a digital safe in all rooms for the safe keeping of valuables.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is also available throughout the guest house.

There is a small spa offering a variety of treatments, plus a small gym and sauna.

A laundry service is available (additional cost).

All rooms are non-smoking.

Visa and MasterCard credit cards are accepted (American Express and Diners Club are not accepted).

The lodge has direct access to Robberg Beach.

For golfing enthusiasts, Plettenberg Bay offers 2 superb courses and the lodge is in close proximity to Knysna and George, also offering world class golf courses.

Woodbury Tented Camp

Amakhala Game Reserve

Days 11 - 12: Amakhala Game Reserve

Woodbury Tented Camp Location Map

The Amakhala Game Reserve is a 8,500 hectare malaria-free game reserve situated just an hour from Port Elizabeth. A safari experience here will include twice daily game drives in the company of a professional ranger in search of the Big 5 of the African bush - lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and the elusive leopard. Over 16 antelope species are also here, alongside giraffe, wildebeest, zebra and cheetah.

As part of one game drive during your stay you can also enjoy a relaxing river cruise down the Bushmans River (subject to river levels). Guided walks with one of the qualified rangers are also offered (additional cost and on request).

Woodbury Tented Camp is set in the heart of the reserve and the tranquil surroundings of the open bushveld allow you to truly experience a quiet getaway. Camp life is centred around the thatch-and-canvas dining and lounge area with its expansive deck overlooking the Woodbury plains. A wide variety of game species such as zebra, giraffe, buffalo and elephant can often be seen from the deck, while the haunting cry of fish eagles echoes across the valley. There is a pool for relaxing by in between game drives.

Guests can also enjoy a range of relaxing treatments by qualified beauty therapists, trained to pamper and soothe their clients - on request, guests can be taken over to the nearby Bush Lodge to enjoy their treatment.

Ten tents are on raised bases with private decks, providing seclusion and intimacy with the bush. Each canvas safari tent has an en-suite basin, shower and a separate private toilet. Four of the tents have breathtaking views looking out onto the reserve and the other tents are nestled amongst the trees.

Families are also able to enjoy the African bush together as there are 2 family tents hidden amongst the trees. These units comprise of 2 adjoining tents linked by a private wooden deck, enabling parents to enjoy some privacy while knowing the children are not far away.

Example Details For Woodbury Tented Camp

Nights: 2 Nights
Adults: 2 Children: 0
Room: 1 x Standard Tent
Includes: All meals; all local beverages (excluding premium drinks); the Amakhala Conservation/Community Levy; and 2 shared game drives per day are included.

Children must be 6 years and older to join a bush walk.

Please Note: As the animals are wild, it is not possible to guarantee what you will see during your safari.

 
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Woodbury Tented Camp Location.

Address

Woodbury Tented Camp,Off the N2, Amakhala Game Reserve

Directions

From Port Elizabeth/Knysna: Follow the N2 towards Port Elizabeth. About 75 km after Port Elizabeth on the N2 to Grahamstown you will cross the Bushman’s River. Just after the bridge you will see the road sign for Woodbury Lodge. On your right hand side is a terracotta coloured wall with a thatched roof.

Once you have entered the Reserve follow signs to Woodbury Tented Camp, keeping right when the road forks. Turn right at the entrance to the Conservation Centre and follow the tracks to the camp.

From Addo: Take the R342 towards Paterson. Just as you enter Paterson, turn right onto the N10 towards Nanaga. Continue until you reach the N2. Turn left onto the N2 towards Grahamstown. You will cross the Bushman’s River. Just after the bridge you will see the road sign for Woodbury Lodge. On your right hand side is a terracotta coloured wall with a thatched roof.

Once you have entered the Reserve follow the signs to Woodbury Tented Camp, keeping right when the road forks. Turn right at the entrance to the Conservation Centre and follow the tracks to the camp.

Check In / Check Out

Rooms may be occupied from 13:00 on the day of arrival, but if guests would like to arrive for lunch, please notify the lodge so this can be prepared for you. Please ensure that you arrive by 14:30 at the very latest, or else you may miss your first game drive. Game drives depart at 15:00 in the winter months (May to September) and 16:00 in the summer months (October to April).

Rooms must please be vacated by 11:00 on the day of departure for the convenience of arriving guests.

General Information For Guests

Children aged 6 years and over are welcome.

Accommodation consists of large comfortable en-suite tents all on raised bases, each with their own private patios. The tents also have electricity.  Each tent has a fan, a safe, a hair dryer, and tea/coffee making facilities.

The main camp area has a communal swimming pool, a curio shop, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a bar. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the lounge/bar area.

Tents are cleaned twice daily while guests are out on game drives, to avoid any disruption during your stay. The housekeeping staff are always available to assist guests wherever necessary.

Fresh bottled water is provided in the lounge area with water bottles on your bed upon arrival.

Game drives are conducted in open 4x4 vehicles on Amakhala Game Reserve by friendly and professional guides who are passionate about the African bush. Morning drives depart in time for the African sunrise and mid-way through the drive your guide will find a good spot for a break and you will be welcome to disembark the vehicle and enjoy home-made biscuits and tea or coffee. Afternoon drives depart mid-afternoon and go into the early evening, including a stop for sundowners to stretch your legs and sample South African snacks such as biltong, while sipping on a drink of your choice.

Other activities that you can enjoy during your stay at Woodbury Tented Camp include boat trips (subject to river levels), night drives, and guided walks. All are available on request and are an additional cost.

A laundry service is available at an additional cost.

American Express, MasterCard, Visa and Diners credit cards are accepted.

Your rate includes a Conservation/Community Levy which will primarily fund the anti-poaching units and a dedicated rhino monitoring programme to preserve and protect the rhinos of Amakhala Game Reserve. In addition, a percentage of the Levy will also go to support their award-winning Conservation Education Programme, which enables local school children to visit the Amakhala Conservation Centre to learn about wildlife conservation and sustainability for future generations.


Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Guided bush walks are offered between breakfast and lunch time at an additional cost. Walks need to be requested in advance in order to have a ranger available. Children must be 6 years and older to join a bush walk. The final decision on whether a guest can join a guided bush walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

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