South Africa · DINING EXPERIENCES
Good dining experiences fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Sail past Table Mountain at sunset with sparkling wine, then enjoy a three-course dinner at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront.
“The sunset and views of the city from the water were divine. We also got to see a moonrise, that was great! The crew were very accommodating and helpful. Please to grab a coat. It gets quite windy and cold.”
Share an African dinner in Cape Town with djembe drumming, dancing, music, puppets, and a 14-dish Cape Malay and African menu.
“must-try! amazing performances and such an immersive experience! pick-up was early and drop off was smooth as well (Thanks Denzil for the mini tour to and from the restaurant!) food was amazing and such a nice introduction to diff african food. cannot recommend this enough!”
Cape Town African Dinner and Drumming review: 14 South African dishes, live dance, music, djembe drumming, hotel pickup, and practical booking tips.
“Very nice evening. Interesting African food and nice entertainment. Service a little slow. Expect long evening, but enjoyable and different.”
Cape Town sunset cruise with sparkling wine, coastal views, marine life, and a three-course V&A Waterfront dinner.
“Highly surprised by this trip. Crew on board were lively and the ambiance put was top notch. Music choice was fantastic and the sunset view was awesome. Highly recommended cruise tour.”
Review of Knysna’s intimate sunset sail aboard the 50-foot Outeniqua, with Knysna Heads views, Cap Classique, snacks, and ocean sailing when conditions allow.
“A great trip, the staff made us feel very welcome. Easton and Nigel took good care of us! Lovely snacks and bubbly made the experience even better.”
Sail from Knysna Waterfront through the Heads at sunset with bubbly, a Mediterranean platter, wildlife, and a small 12-person crew.
“Absolutely amazing. the crew made it so much fun. It was much more of an adventure than we were expecting. we saw lots of wildlife and riding the waves out into the open sea had my wife hugging me tightly, but my goodness... it was fun. then on our way back to the docks we took it nice and slow and the dinner was amazing. absolutely incredible experience. we loved it!”
Three days near Kruger National Park with open-vehicle safaris, meals, lodge stays, and Johannesburg airport transfers.
“The Trips with our tour guide were awesome. Everyday new animals were spotted and the Rangers informed each other about interesting spots so you won't miss anything. Our Ranger Jeffery was able to give information and answers to all kinds of different things which lead to awesome three days.”
Four days of Kruger safaris, Gecko Lodge comfort, Blyde River Canyon views, meals, guides, and Johannesburg transfers in one package.
“This was a fantastic trip. Gecko lodge was great, the large room was very clean, staff were so friendly and the food was excellent. The tour of Kruger was fantastic our guide Jeffery from Shinzelle was amazing, he managed to find the big 5 as Read more”
Spend four hours at Shangana Cultural Village with live dancing, choir music, a traditional meal, African beer, and local stories near Hazyview.
“It is best to contact Goodman or Jaqueline via this app to set up a pickup point at McDonalds in Hazyview rather than driving yourself, especially the months of January and February 2025 since the side road to their place was severely damaRead more”
Review this 4-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg, with open-vehicle game drives, Gecko Lodge, meals, guides, transfers, and practical booking tips.
“Truly a life changing experience! Far exceeded my expectations and I can’t wait to do this again! We were picked up on time every day. Our driver (s) were very knowledgeable and explained so much. I really learned a lot aside from seeing the beautiful wildlife and scenery. I would rate the safari experience a 10 out of 10!!!”
Five days from Johannesburg to Kruger and Blyde River Canyon, with guided game drives, open vehicles, meals, lodging, and airport transfers.
“Sensational experience with Shinzelle Safaris! We enjoyed every minute in the park, seeing the Big Five! Everything was perfectly coordinated. We spent five days in the park, which was enough to see all the animals you could hope for if you'rRead more”
Explore five South African cultures at Lesedi Village with music, dance, traditional homes, a cultural meal, and hotel pickup.
“This tour was absolutely AMAZING!! Samuel was the best ever tour guide, constantly going out of his way to give us additional information and introduce us to new experiences all along the way. Samuel, you made our South African vacation so much more enjoyable! I would definitely recommend this tour to all my colleagues, the”
Cape Town’s Gold Restaurant pairs a 14-dish African spice menu with drumming, stories, wine, and a private dining room.
“The Spice experience at Gold Restaurant is outstanding and can only be experienced, not explained. It was the highlight of our time in Cape Town and Irene our host was truly amazing. If, or when, we go back to Cape Town we will do it again . . . . it was that good. Thank you to all the staff, cooks, entertainers, and especially our host Irene for making our Gold Experience truly amazing”
Pair a Greater Kruger game drive with a three-course bush dinner, drinks, and starlit dining near Hoedspruit.
“This tour exceeded all of our expectations! We saw incredible wildlife, including leopards, elephants, zebras, impalas, wildcats, and many other animals and birds. The game drive was thrilling, and our guide was very knowledgeable, providing interesting facts about the animals and their habitats. The dinner was a special highlight. It was customized just for us — we wanted to try local cuisine, and we got it, and it was delicious. The atmosphere during dinner was truly magical. We dined under the stars in the middle of the savannah, surrounded by the sounds of nature. You could feel the wildlife around you - and it added to the unique experience. The…”
Review of a five-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with airport transfers, three game drives, lodge stays, breakfast, and dinner.
“We had a great time, but that was down to our driver and guide VJ who was sub-contracted by Shinzelle.”
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