SOUTH AFRICA · DINING EXPERIENCES
South Africa is a long country and most trips get one shot at each region. These 15 dining experiences are compared on price, on how long the driving takes and on who each one actually suits.
Sail past Table Mountain at sunset, sip South African sparkling wine, then enjoy a 3-course dinner at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront.
“Had an amazing time, staff was so friendly it was an experience”
Review of Cape Town’s African dinner and drumming night, with a 14 dish menu, live performances, transfer advice, and practical tips.
“Wife has a food allergy , staff went beyond being good to make sure she was well fed ant receive and allergy food 12/10”
Review of Cape Town’s African dinner and drumming night, with 14 dishes, live cultural entertainment, pickup, pricing, and practical tips.
“This experience was amazing!So much culture. African outfits, dancing, drumming&delicious food!Would highly recommend!”
Review of Cape Town’s sunset champagne cruise and V&A Waterfront dinner, with practical advice on views, food, weather, value, and booking.
“Great fun on the boat Great views of the coast & sunset Nice dinner afterwards 2 glasses of sparkling wine included per person. The family loved it!!”
Review the Knysna Sunset Sailing Cruise aboard the 50-foot Outeniqua, with ocean views, sunset snacks, Cap Classique, and practical tips.
“Apart from the attentiveness and friendliness of the crew, we felt like we were in very safe hands with their experienced skipper. The boat is beautiful and very comfortable and it was an awesome experience sailing out of the Knysna Heads before making our way back into the lagoon.”
Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with open-vehicle game drives, lodge stays, meals, airport transfers, and practical booking advice.
“Excellent service despite last minute lodge change. Kruger guide Edson was fantastic”
Four days of Kruger safaris, Gecko Lodge, and Blyde River Canyon views, with airport transfers, breakfasts, dinners, and a small group.
“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”
Review of Shangana Cultural Village near Hazyview, with dancing, choir music, African food, local culture, price, timing, and practical tips.
“We enjoyed every moment of it. Our two girls didn't want to go home. The food was terrific! It is an experience of a lifetime you will be talking about for generations to come.”
Review of a four-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with open-vehicle drives, Gecko Lodge, meals, transfers, and practical booking advice.
“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!!!”
Review of a five-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with night drives, open vehicles, Blyde Canyon views, meals, lodging, and 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”
Review of Lesedi Cultural Village near Johannesburg, with five cultural homesteads, music, dance, guides, transport, and a traditional meal.
“O tour foi muito bom, diferente, pudemos conhecer sobre as cinco vilas, um dia alegre, divertido com música e dança. O responsável pelo tour foi muito prestativo e solícito.”
Review Gold Restaurant’s Cape Town Spice Experience, with drumming, 14 dishes, wine, spice stories, private dining, and practical booking tips.
“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”
Review of Hoedspruit’s five-hour safari and bush dinner, with wildlife, sunset dining, costs, logistics, food, and practical booking advice.
“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, guided game drives, lodge stays, breakfast, dinner, and practical tips.
“We had an amazing 5 days Kruger Safari with Shinzelle and especially with our ranger / guide Jeffrey. We could see not just the big 5 but ….. the 7 magnificents! Our guide made it so especial. He knew absolutely everything about animals’ behRead more”
Cook Zulu dishes with a local chef, explore Maboneng, meet food vendors, and share a generous cultural lunch in Johannesburg.
“I had the best time with Dylan! We started with a walk around the neighborhood and he shared the history of it and what they are doing to foster community there. It was wonderful to see a different side of Joburg and we stopped at the market for refreshments. While cooking, we chatted about food, life, culture, and our experiences learning to cook. He was kind enough to print the recipes and teach me how to pronounce the names. The food was delicious and amazing; I had a great time cooking with Dylan. I ate sooo much!! And can hardly wait to get home and feed my friends and family…”
Cape sea days, bush mornings, tasting rooms and the long road east.
