Wine and Safari

A perfectly balanced journey taking you from exquisite Cape wineries to the most authentic African safari experience.
Arriving in South Africa, your journey begins with an unforgettable two days in the breath-taking mother city, Cape Town.
Nestled in the Constantia mountain range your stay will be surrounded by centuries old wineries and gorgeous landscapes. You will enjoy premium wines and mouth-watering meals at gorgeous estates.
Following two nights in South Africa’s most historic wine region experiencing award winning wine and ultimate luxurious comfort, a quick flight will connect you to the bush for an off the grid, all-inclusive luxurious safari. Our special selection of 5 Star lodges are situated perfectly for the best sightings of the Big 5 – pristine nature at its best. You will round off your journey with 4 starry nights in the heart of the African bush.

Beach and Bush

The best of both worlds. Pristine beaches, turquoise oceans, summer sun and exquisite wine. Enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain whilst lying on the beach in ultimate relaxation. Experience city life at its best with authentic cultural experiences around every corner. Take a break to the winelands and be spoiled by the best of our local wineries before you move on to an unforgettable safari experience. Arriving in the bush by charter plane, your safari begins immediately. The most luxurious lodges offering the best sightings of the African Big 5, leaving you in awe of what nature and the African bush has to offer.

The Best of the Winelands

Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or a traveller with a new found taste for wine, this journey will have you falling in love with South African wine. Start your journey in the Constantia wine region visiting some of the very first wineries in South Africa and staying in a deluxe homestead surrounded by vineyards. You will be whisked away to the iconic Stellenbosch region where you will be spoiled with a select choice of delicious authentic wine, and luxurious accommodation chosen for their attention to detail and awe-inspiring views of the winelands. Complete your wine safari with visits to boutique wineries in the beautiful historic village of Franschhoek. This journey includes private wine tours in each region offering specially curated exclusive experiences.

The Garden Route

Embark on a private tour through the heart of the Western Cape. Start your journey with jaw-dropping views of Table Mountain, white sandy beaches, trendy restaurants, award-winning wines and authentic cultural experiences. Continue on the scenic route along the South – East Coast, arriving at the beautiful coastal town of Hermanus. Find yourself sipping on delicious wine and enjoying the freshest seafood caught locally whilst whale watching. Your expertly guided journey continues through to the Tsitsikamma region known as “the Garden of the Garden Route”. Majestic views of the mountains are met with untouched vistas of the warm Indian Ocean. Complete your journey with a hidden gem safari experience in the Eastern Cape. A luxurious Private Game Reserve offering the Big 5 and the most amazing Fauna and Flora variety complete the best of this iconic Garden Route experience.

My family and I had the pleasure of visiting South Africa for a short holiday. I can’t imagine what it would have been without the expertise of Melissa Sutherland a true local with all the right connections! Melissa was on top of everything, sharp as a tack and extremely delightful. If you are looking for a safari experience or a guided tour of beautiful locations or vineyards, I highly recommend Melissa Sutherland, Vindigo Travel.

Our family of 5 including 3 daughters (16 – 21 years old) had a wonderful 2 week vacation in South Africa. Melissa Sutherland of Vindigo Travel was instrumental in making this a memorable trip for us. She recommended hotels and activities in Jo-burg; then arranged our bush camp safari trip and finally planned/organized several activities in Cape Town. She was very professional and organized and gave us numerous suggestions on what activities to consider in each location especially in Cape Town which is her residence. I would highly recommend Melissa and Vindigo Travel for any family planning their first trip to South Africa.

 

 

So glad to have met Melissa Sutherland who arranged our entire itinerary that included a safari trip, wine tasting dinner and a tour of Cape Town. Melissa has the balance of being extremely knowledgeable about South African wines and art and also being very detail-oriented and resourceful in making last minute adjustments to our itinerary due to the South African Express grounding of their planes. Highly recommended!