South Africa · DINING EXPERIENCES
Good dining experiences fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 11 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Sunset champagne sailing from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront with 90 minutes on the water and a 3-course harbor dinner at either City Grill or Raj.
“Wonderful atmosphere on top deck of boat, great scenery and lovely pink champagne”
Cape Town African dinner with a live djembe drumming lesson, Mali puppet show, and a 14-course set menu, with optional transfer.
“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!”
African dinner and Djembe drumming in Cape Town with pickup, a 14-dish feast, interactive lessons, dancing, and a short show.
“Wonderful experience from pick up to the end. The drum show was very good, and the food was excellent. Event very well organized. Will recommend.”
Sunset Champagne cruise from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, then a 3-course dinner at a waterfront restaurant with sparkling wine included.
“The entire boat ride was incredible and worth the money. This was the highlight of my visit to Cape Town. The sunset views were surreal. The dinner was also fantastic, tasty and value for money. I 100% recommend this!”
2.5-hour Knysna sunset sailing cruise for up to 12 people with a light dinner spread, wine, and possible ocean views through the Heads.
“Such a great experience. Great crew onboard who were most friendly and hospitable. We sailed wind powered through the heads and were even lucky enough to see some humpback dolphins. the platter snacks and drinks were also top notch. would highly reccomend.”
Lesedi Cultural Village near Johannesburg is a 5-hour tour with drumming, dance from five tribes, and lunch or dinner included for $143.
“L'accueil en chanson fait bonne impression, le personnel chargé de l'animation est très avenant. La visite est essentiellement basée sur le visuel : reconstitution de huttes traditionnelles et scènes jouées par le personnel. Le spectacle de danse est très agréable et impressionnant mais tout le reste paraît artificiel et semble être monté de toute pièce pour plaire aux touristes occidentaux. Au final, je n'ai pas appris grand chose.”
Cape Town spice and wine night at Gold Restaurant: gold leaf bubbly, djembe drumming, chef meet, 14 sharing dishes, paired wines.
“Literally the best experience we’ve had at a restaurant. The spice experience was incredible. The food and the staff so hospitable and cooked with love and life. We are forever changed and grateful to have experienced GOLD.”
Greater Kruger safari drive from Hoedspruit, then a 3-course bush dinner under the stars with drinks included for a small group.
“An amazing experience and saw 3 of the Big 5 within an hour of being on the Reserve. So well done and a fantastic opportunity”
Kruger bush braai under the stars, followed by a night drive for nocturnal wildlife. Pickup from Marloth Park or Crocodile Bridge.
African dinner and djembe drumming at Cape Town's GOLD Restaurant, with hotel pickup and a set menu, drinks extra, small groups.
“A one-of-a-kind experience. We enjoyed the African drumming lessons. The meal was delicious. Friendly staff. Enjoyable music.”
Cape Town half day walking tour with Bo-Kaap photo stops and an African lunch at AfroDeli in Long Street. Small group.
“C est vrai que j ai beaucoup apprécié la visite du Castel. C etait vraiment très intéressante car notre guide Reagan nous a très bien expliqué en français les periodes importantes de l histoire de l Afrique du Sud et de la ville de Cap Town.”
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