Romantic South Africa

About This Program

A 14-night romantic journey through South Africa's most seductive landscapes — from the vine-draped valleys of Franschhoek to the whale-watched cliffs of Hermanus, the cosmopolitan glamour of Cape Town, and the intimate luxury of Singita's private game reserves. Crafted by JustTravelConcierge, this is South Africa at its most romantic.

South Africa is one of the world's great romantic destinations — a country where extraordinary wine, world-class cuisine, and some of Africa's most dramatic scenery converge in a single journey. This 14-night programme, crafted by JustTravelConcierge, moves through four very different landscapes, each more beautiful than the last. The journey begins in Franschhoek, the gastronomic capital of South Africa, where La Résidence — a Relais & Châteaux property — occupies a 30-acre wine estate in the heart of the valley. The village's celebrated restaurant mile includes La Petite Colombe, consistently ranked among Africa's finest, and the legendary Babylonstoren farm restaurant. From Franschhoek, the route follows the coastal road to Hermanus, where Birkenhead House — another Relais & Châteaux jewel — perches above Walker Bay with panoramic views of the ocean. September to November brings Southern Right Whales to calve in the bay below, offering some of the world's finest land-based whale watching. The Overberg's fynbos-covered hills and pristine coastline provide a romantic backdrop for leisurely walks and private picnics. Cape Town follows: four nights at One&Only Cape Town — a Leading Hotels of the World property on the V&A Waterfront with direct views of Table Mountain. The city programme is designed for couples: a private sunrise ascent of Table Mountain, a helicopter flight over the Cape Peninsula, private wine tasting at Constantia's historic estates, and evenings at The Test Kitchen and FYN — two of Africa's most celebrated restaurants. The journey reaches its romantic climax at Singita Lebombo in Kruger National Park — a clifftop lodge cantilevered above the N'wanetsi River gorge, offering floor-to-ceiling views over the African bush. Three nights in Sabi Sand at Singita Boulders complete the safari chapter, with private game drives revealing leopard, lion, and the full Big Five in one of Africa's most exclusive private reserves.