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Best time to be there

October to May is the best time to visit the Cape. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.

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Cape Town/Johannesburg

flying time

11 hours 30 minutes/10 hours 30 minutes non-stop

time difference

GMT +2 hours

Visas

Not required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area




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    Only twenty minutes from the V&A Waterfront, Constantia is one of the oldest suburbs in Cape Town and is famed for its historic wine route. Tranquil leafy streets provide a quiet haven within which some lovely boutique hotels and wine farm properties nestle.

    Located within an hour's drive of Cape Town, the South Africa Winelands are made up of the valleys surrounding Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch. South Africa's finest wines are produced in this area, many of which are available to taste on the estates - even the smallest of producers have tasting rooms and resident experts are on hand to offer friendly advice. Don't miss out on the wine and chocolate experience at the Waterford Wine Estate followed by lunch at the excellent Terroir Restaurant on the Kleine Zalze Wine Estate.

    The South Africa Winelands are perfect for exploring fantastic cuisine and Franschhoek has become well known as the gastronomic capital of the region offering many award-winning restaurant options. There are many fine examples of Cape Dutch architecture with white gabled homesteads situated amongst linear vineyards with craggy mountainous backdrops. Leafy lanes meandering through the picturesque wine estates making it a great area to explore.

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    Suggested Winelands accommodation

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    Babylonstoren, South Africa 

    Babylonstoren

    Babylonstoren is one of the best preserved werfs (farm yards) in the Cape Dutch tradition.  Babylonstoren lies in the Drakenstein Valley between Franschhoek and Paarl.

    cellars hohenort south africa constantia 

    Cellars-Hohenort  

    The Cellars is a magnificently restored manor house and wine cellar, set in nine acres of award winning landscaped gardens that shelter under the forested eastern slopes of Table Mountain.

    constantia uitsig hotel south africa constantia 

    Constantia Uitsig  

    Nestling against Table Mountain's eastern flank, Constantia Uitsig Hotel & Spa is one of South Africa's most refined and luxurious small hotels.

    Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa 

    Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa

    Located on the highest crest along the magnificent Helshoogte Mountain Pass linking the Cape’s two leading wine districts, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa combines..

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    Franschhoek Country House & Villas    

    Franschhoek Country House & Villas is a restored manor house dating back to 1890 and has the ambience of a French provincial village with water features, fountains, cobblestones and olive trees.

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    Grande Provence Estate  

    Set on a 30 hectare working vineyard, The Owner's Cottage at Grande Provence is a testament to the period Huguenot grandeur and modern luxury. Comprising of five suites, including one bridal suite...

    grande roche south africa paarl 

    Grande Roche Hotel  

    Situated in the heart of the historic and picturesque wineland town of Paarl, the immaculately restored Cape Dutch homestead at Grande Roche dates back to the 18th century, and offers guests a variety of...

    la residence south africa franshhoek 

    La Residence  

    Nestled within a 30 acre private wine and olive estate in the Franschhoek Valley, a mere forty-five minutes drive from Cape Town. At La Residence, world-class service is the order of the day. 

    le quartier francais south africa franschhoek 

    Le Quartier Francais  

    A hidden gem of captivating charm, Le Quartier Francais is set in the delightful enclave of Franschhoek. Within a one hour drive of the vibrant city of Cape Town, this is an ideal base for exploring...

    river manor country house south africa stellenbosch 

    River Manor Country House & Spa  

    Located in the vibrant university town of Stellenbosch, two beautiful historical houses with National Monument status have been developed into the River Manor Country House and Spa.

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