Franschhoek, Knysna, St Francis Bay and Pumba Private Game Reserve
FRANSCHHOEK DAYS 1 – 4
Idyllically situated in the Cape Winelands, this peaceful country retreat is one of the oldest towns in South Africa. The once sleepy little village was named Franschhoek, meaning ‘French Corner’ as it was founded by French Huguenots. The fertile valley of Franschhoek boasts a rich heritage showcased at the fascinating Huguenot Memorial Museum and the Cape Dutch architecture in much of the village remains remarkably well preserved. The town’s proximity to Cape Town allows for pleasant day trips during which visitors can explore the area’s many world-class wine estates and impressive range of excellent restaurants or simply browse the quaint, upmarket boutiques strewn along the town’s lovely tree-lined avenues.
KNYSNA DAYS 4 – 8
Sandwiched between the towering Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean, Knysna is known as the ‘Garden of Eden’. It is surrounded by world-renowned forests, lovely lagoons and pristine beaches. Visitors can look forward to an array of markets offering delicious food and organic locally-made goods, explore the town’s picturesque waterfront and quaint streets, adventure through the lush forest, skip over streams and catch a glimpse of the multicoloured Knysna Loerie, take a ferry trip to the famed Knysna Heads and sample the local oysters. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of exciting activities including: surfing, swimming, yachting, jet skiing, boating, fishing, and golfing.
ST FRANCIS BAY DAYS 8 – 10
Located along South Africa’s spectacularly scenic Sunshine Coast, just west of Port Elizabeth, St Francis Bay is a picturesque holiday village known for its excellent surfing, pristine white-sand beach and its uniform architecture featuring black roofs and white walls built on the shores of an extensive network of human-made canals. Visitors can enjoy a variety of water activities along the canals and in the ocean such as swimming, boating, and fishing. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a day trip to the nearby village of Cape St Francis to explore the century-old Seal Point Lighthouse and the penguin rehabilitation facility.
PUMBA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE DAYS 10 – 12
Pumba Private Game Reserve, set against the beautiful Eastern Cape landscape, is the perfect destination for a Big Five African Safari. Experience Africa’s wildlife in their natural habitat, from the famous white lion to hippo, hyena, giraffe, wild dog, cheetah, including 21 antelope species and over 250 bird species. Pumba boasts two uniquely different five-star luxury lodges – Water Lodge, perched on the banks of the Cariega Lake and Msenge Bush Lodge overlooking the Cariega River floodplain, complete with waterhole and panoramic views of the Zuurberg Mountains. Both lodges offer fully appointed luxury bathrooms, wooden decks, plunge pools and outdoor showers. The cuisine is sublime with an Eastern Cape flair complimented by a selection of local wines. Activities include: fishing, birding safaris, guided bush walks and stargazing.
12 Days/11 Nights/6 rounds of golf
- Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa
3 nights - Pezula Hotel
4 nights - St Francis Golf Lodge
2 nights - Pumba Water Lodge
2 nights
