Day 1
Fly from the UK
Start your holiday with an overnight flight to Cape Town
Cape Explorations
Self-drive holiday
Cape Town • De Hoop Nature Reserve • Cape Winelands • Cederberg Mountains • Paternoster
Highlights
Cape Explorations
Cape Explorations Summary:
- Fly overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town
- Cape Town – 3 nights, Cape Cadogan (BB)
- De Hoop – 2 nights, Lekkerwater Beach (FI)
- Franschhoek – 3 nights, Mont Rochelle (BB)
- Cederberg – 3 nights, Cederberg Ridge (HB)
- Paternoster – 2 nights, Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel (BB)
- Return to the UK on an overnight flight from Cape Town
BB = Bed and Breakfast, HB = Half board, FI = Fully Inclusive.
This holiday can be enjoyed exactly as described or it can be amended to meet your requirements. Choose from guesthouse style accommodation or premium hotels depending on your taste and budget, the below are simply suggestions. Ask the African Pride team for their recommendations on 01904 619428.
Day by day
Days 2-4
At leisure in Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town and transfer to your chosen hotel for a stay of 3 nights. There’s much to explore in this beautiful city. Spend some time strolling the shops and enjoying the arts and crafts, entertainment and food halls at the V&A Waterfront. Take the cable car up Table Mountain, or hike Lions Head for spectacular views. The rugged Cape Peninsula showcases the region’s unique flora and fauna, plus the excitable penguins at Boulders Beach makes for an unforgettable day enjoying the great outdoors. We have an extensive range of day trips which we recommend booking in advance, just ask the African Pride team for details.
Days 5-6
Explore the De Hoop Nature Reserve
We will arrange for a hire car to be delivered to your hotel for your journey to the De Hoop Nature Reserve. Please note: Lekkerwater arrival days are Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Enjoy guided walks in the coastal De Hoop Nature Reserve. Marvel at the land-based whale & dolphin watching (July to November). Drive time approx. 4 hours.
Days 7-9
Savour the Winelands
Drive to the winelands to sample delicious food & wine in Franschhoek and explore the rest of the Cape Winelands. Choose a hotel or guest house in one of the villages or immerse yourself in a working wine estate. Drive time approx. 3.5 hours.
Days 10-12
Relax in the Cederberg Mountains
Drive up to the Cederberg Mountains. Relax taking in the wilderness, wellbeing & views. Explore the trails on foot or by mountain bike, then wonder at the Southern skies with complimentary star gazing. Drive time approx. 3 hours.
Days 13-14
Explore the Western Cape Coast
Head to the coast and finish with a few days relaxing on the sands at Paternoster. Savour the coastal delights of the excellent restaurants and explore the West Coast. Drive time approx. 2 hours.
Day 15
Return to the airport
Drive back to Cape Town airport and return your car hire before your flight to the UK. Drive time approx. 2 hours.
Day 16
Arrive in the UK
Welcome Home!
15 nights
From £3,849 per person*
Ask the African Pride team or your travel agent for a personalised quotation.
Contact us on 01904 619428.
*Price based on 2 adults sharing, for a departure on 2 June 2025 from London Heathrow unless otherwise specified.
Prices correct at time of publication. Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. See website terms of use for further information on guide prices.
What's included
Full details of inclusions will be detailed with your holiday quotation.
Included
Economy class flights
Accommodation
Meals as shown
Transfers as detailed
Group D Car hire
Activities as included by the lodges or camps
Community and Conservation fees as included at lodges or camps
Not Included
Personal Travel Insurance
Visa and visa fees where relevant
Any items of a personal nature
Beverages unless otherwise shown
Gratuities
Additional activities not included at lodges or camps
Any local charges payable in cash – applicable details will be advised at time of booking
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