Experience an enriching Art Safari in South Africa, exploring Cape Town, the Winelands, and Sabi Sands Game Reserve in Kruger National Park.
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Our 13 Day Luxury Art Safari in South Africa has been hand-crafted for the seasoned traveler with a love for both contemporary and traditional art, fine food, world-class wines and an appreciation for African wildlife. Based in Cape Town, our team of travel experts has hand-selected elite art and culinary experiences to shape our most cultured trip to date. Visit Cape Town and discover the thriving art and design scene and indulge in the finest food set forth in the city’s top fine-dining restaurants. Continue your art safari in the Cape Winelands as you visit our recommended collection of wine estates, galleries, restaurants, and private art sanctuaries. After your cultural feast in South Africa’s Western Cape, we take you north-east, for your luxury safari in Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Check into state-of-the-art, Cheetah Plains Lodge that boasts artworks from the likes of Lionel Smith and Dylan Lewis – both prolific artists in South Africa’s artistic field. Last but not least, spend your last two nights in Johannesburg as you visit noteworthy contemporary art galleries, local craft markets and connect with the founders of Project Brave Foundation, a leading community upliftment program based in Johannesburg.
Your luxury art safari starts with your arrival at Cape Town International Airport where a Ker & Downey® Africa representative will escort you through the airport for your private transfer to luxury boutique hotel Ellerman House. Located at one of Cape Town’s most exclusive addresses, Bantry Bay, Ellerman House overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and occupies a large property which has been described as ‘the essence of luxury’. Check into your Classic House Room and enjoy the hotel’s attention to detail and personalized services. On the property, you will discover the Ellerman House art collection which houses South African art from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. During your stay, let in-house art guide, Talita Swarts, guide you through the extensive collection spread across the property or alternatively, enjoy the iPad Art Tour at your own pace. Look out for artworks by Dylan Lewis and Lionel Smith as these artists will play a significant role throughout your journey. Enjoy lunch on the lawn or spend your afternoon relaxing at the specialist Ellerman House spa. This evening, you will dine at Ellerman House. You will be served fine cuisine from head chef, Grant Daniels, who will introduce you to locally inspired dishes – the perfect introduction to your South African art safari.
Located at one of Cape Town’s most exclusive addresses, Bantry Bay, Ellerman House overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and occupies a large property comprising of 13 exclusive bedrooms and two impressive villas. The property also features a spa, art gallery and wine cellar.
Your first morning in Cape Town welcomes you with 180 degree sea views and a fresh breakfast spread. Today, your personal guide is at your disposal for the start of your art safari in Cape Town. This morning we suggest a visit to Africa’s first and only, Museum of Contemporary African Art, the Zeitz MOCAA, as well as Southern Guild – a gallery showcasing the best of high-end South African design in a meticulously curated space. Familiarise yourself with leading South African designers including Porky Hefer, Otto du Plessis, Chuma Maweni to mention only a few. The Silo district also houses a collection of designer shops including exotic leather brand, Kat van Duinen’s flagship store, or the Watershed, an indoor market housing a large collection of locally made products.
For lunch, we treat you to a culinary journey at The Pot Luck Club, voted amongst the top 15 restaurants in South Africa, and among the best in the world. After lunch, you can browse the famous Biscuit Mill market at your own pace, discovering arts and crafts from local designers. Located in Woodstock, you can also choose to visit our selection of contemporary art galleries, namely, Blank Projects, Whatiftheworld Gallery, Michael Stevenson Gallery, and Goodman Gallery. Following your inspiring day amongst Africa’s leading art and design pieces, retreat to Ellerman House to spend your afternoon at leisure. For dinner, we delight you with a dining experience at FYN.
Located at one of Cape Town’s most exclusive addresses, Bantry Bay, Ellerman House overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and occupies a large property comprising of 13 exclusive bedrooms and two impressive villas. The property also features a spa, art gallery and wine cellar.
Today your art safari continues with a tour of The Norval Foundation, a stylish visual art museum boasting one of South Africa’s largest private art collections. Set on the scenically beautifully Steenberg Estate located just outside Cape Town, you can expect an exhibition of 20th – 21st-century visual art from South Africa and beyond, combined with an appreciation for nature. Amongst others, you will see artworks from leading South African artists such as Maggie Laubser, Gerard Sekoto, Cecil Skotnes, Irma Stern, Alexis Preller, and Sydney Kumalo. Along with this, you can also explore their sculpture garden featuring three-dimensional installations against a dramatic backdrop of mountains. Lunch will be served at Chef’s Warehouse at Beau Constantia, a mere 15-minute drive from the Norval Foundation.
Voted amongst the top restaurants in Cape Town, Chef’s Warehouse sits at the top of the Constantia Valley boasting some of the best views in Cape Town. Expect a seasonal and produce-driven menu and their signature ‘tapas-for-2’ serving. After lunch, your driver will transfer you back to Cape Town to spend the afternoon at leisure or alternatively, browse more contemporary art galleries in the city. This evening, a unique dining experience awaits you at Salsify, the latest venture of award-winning chefs, Luke-Dale Roberts, and Ryan Cole.
Located at one of Cape Town’s most exclusive addresses, Bantry Bay, Ellerman House overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and occupies a large property comprising of 13 exclusive bedrooms and two impressive villas. The property also features a spa, art gallery and wine cellar.
Today, we give you the chance to discover Cape Town’s classic attractions which can’t be missed on a visit to South Africa. Your personal guide will be at your disposal for the day. After breakfast at Ellerman House, visit the iconic Bo-Kaap, one of Cape Town’s most distinctive neighborhoods, characterised by a collection of colourful, Cape Dutch styled-homes predominantly owned by the Muslim community. This is the perfect time to learn more about Cape Town’s rich cultural history. Your next stop will be the famous Boulders Beach located in Simonstown, a small seaside town in the Cape Peninsula. Here, you will be introduced to one of the largest African penguin colonies in South Africa.
Following your stroll alongside the penguin colony, continue onwards to Noordhoek for lunch at The Foodbarn Restaurant. On arrival at Ellerman House, you can enjoy sunset drinks on the terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean before preparing for your dining experience at Janse & Co. Chef and owner, Arno Janse van Rensburg, will treat you with a menu of fresh and seasonal ingredients paired with boutique wines from the Western Cape in a contemporary space in the heart of Kloof Street.
Located at one of Cape Town’s most exclusive addresses, Bantry Bay, Ellerman House overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and occupies a large property comprising of 13 exclusive bedrooms and two impressive villas. The property also features a spa, art gallery and wine cellar.
A bitter-sweet farewell, today marks the end of your time in Cape Town, but also the start of your art safari in the Cape Winelands. Your private driver will collect you from Ellerman House at 09h00 for your transfer to the Cape Winelands. Before you reach your end destination, you will be making two worthy stops on the way – The Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden and Cavalli Estate. A short one-hour drive will transport you to Stellenbosch where you will have the opportunity to discover a 7-hectare sculpture garden set forth by South African sculptor, Dylan Lewis.You can explore the gardens at your own pace on this private tour of Dylan Lewis’ outdoor gallery alongside the art curator. As your introduction to the culinary journey in the Cape Winelands, lunch will be served at Cavalli Estate, an acclaimed wine and equestrian farm boasting a fine-dining restaurant, wine-tasting facility, contemporary art gallery, and luxury boutique. With panoramic views of the Helderberg mountains, endless vineyards (26 hectares to be exact) and indigenous fynbos gardens, your first lunch in the Winelands is bound to be one that you will remember. Continue your journey to your end destination – Leeu Estates located in the Franschhoek Valley. After a seamless check-in at your luxury suite, you will have the afternoon at leisure. The property features 17-suites, an art gallery, spa, restaurant and a wine studio to be enjoyed during your stay. This evening you will wine and dine at La Petite Colombe, acclaimed as one of the top restaurants in the world, at Le Quartier Francais Hotel.
Wake up in the beautiful winelands and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Leeu Estates. Today, you will have the opportunity to visit Franschhoek’s top art galleries, at your own pace. Galleries not to miss in Franschhoek includes the Everard Read Gallery located in the town center. Your private driver for the day will transfer you to Stellenbosch where your art safari continues at Delaire Graff Estate – one of the most prestigious wine estates in the Cape Winelands. Here, you will enjoy a private wine tasting of the estate’s best wines, followed by a lunch with a view at The Delaire Graff Restaurant. The property also boasts a private collection of art by prolific artists from South Africa and beyond – including sculptures by Dylan Lewis and Lionel Smith.
After your art inspired day in the Winelands, retreat to Leeu Estate for a time at leisure. This evening, dinner will be served at Pierneef a La Motte – set on the proclaimed wine estate, La Motte. The restaurant’s name was inspired by La Motte’s admiration of South African artist, Jacob Hendrik Pierneef, and many of his original artworks can be viewed on the property. Chef, Eric Bulpitt brings to life the concept of heritage cuisine – a fusion of traditional South African dishes with a contemporary twist in presentation.
After a memorable stay in the Cape Winelands, it is time to continue your art safari in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. An early breakfast will be served at Leeu Estates, whereafter your driver will transfer you to Cape Town International Airport for your South African Airways flight departing at 10h50 and arriving at Hoedspruit Airport at 13h10. Here, a private transfer will escort you to luxury bushveld living at Cheetah Plains Lodge. Check into your exclusive-use safari house comprising of two lounges, dining area, outdoor boma, wine room, and a heated swimming pool. Cheetah Plains boasts state-of-the-art architectural design and features a collection of valued artworks by South Africa artists to the likes of Dylan Lewis’ bronze sculptures and Lionel Smith paintings.
Besides luxury of the highest standards, you can also expect eco-friendly game drives in your electric game vehicle, a designated field guide and spa therapist, as well as a private chef. Your stay at Cheetah Plains includes twice-daily game drives, all meals and a selection of South African wines and beverages. At 16h00 you will depart on your first afternoon game drive for your introduction to the greatest wildlife sightings on earth. Expect to see the big cat sculptures of Dylan Lewis come to life as you spot your first leopard in the wild. Return to the lodge after dark and enjoy your first dinner in the African bush.
Cheetah Plains is located in the Sabi Sand Game Reserves and comprises of three exclusive-use villas. The safari lodge boast state-of-the-art architectural design and features a collection of valued artworks by South Africa artists to the likes of Dylan Lewis’ bronze sculptures and Lionel Smith paintings.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in electric game vehicles, treat yourself to in-room spa treatments after a long day in the African sun, experience a walking safari alongside expert guides or visit the nearby village of Utah. Cheetah Plains also features a gym to enjoyed at leisure.
Expect an early wake-up call from your dedicated field guide as you prepare for your first-morning game drive in South Africa’s oldest private game reserve and the birthplace of sustainable wildlife tourism in Southern Africa. Thanks to the two rivers which cross Sabi Sand, abundant sightings of leopard, lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo, cheetah, zebra, giraffe and hyena are on the table. Mid-morning you will be served coffee in the bush and shortly after you will return to the lodge for an excellently prepared breakfast spread by your private chef. The rest of your day can be spent as you see fit – spend time at leisure at the swimming pool overlooking the African bushveld or discover the property’s curated space of South African art.
If you would like to partake in something a bit more active, partake in a guided walking safari in the bush or make use of the on-site gym. At around 16h00 you will set out for your second game drive of the day. Your day comes to an end as you enjoy a sunset drink on a lookout point and head back to the lodge. This evening, dinner will be served outdoors and you will have the opportunity for guided stargazing.
Cheetah Plains is located in the Sabi Sand Game Reserves and comprises of three exclusive-use villas. The safari lodge boast state-of-the-art architectural design and features a collection of valued artworks by South Africa artists to the likes of Dylan Lewis’ bronze sculptures and Lionel Smith paintings.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in electric game vehicles, treat yourself to in-room spa treatments after a long day in the African sun, experience a walking safari alongside expert guides or visit the nearby village of Utah. Cheetah Plains also features a gym to enjoyed at leisure.
Enjoy your final breakfast at Cheetah Plains set forth by your private chef and his team. Today, you will depart Hoedspruit at 13h55 for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport, you will be transferred to The Saxon Boutique Hotel. Located in the heart of the city, on 10 acres of indigenous gardens, lies a luxurious hotel which you will call home for the next two nights. Check into your luxury suite and discover the magnificent property at your own pace. As a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, there is much to look forward to during your stay. The hotel features an on-site spa, a cigar lounge, an award-winning restaurant, and a wine cellar. For the traveler with a sweet tooth, don’t miss out on their morning and afternoon high tea served in the Piano Lounge.
This evening, you can choose between dining at Qunu, the elegant on-site restaurant, or alternatively, you can dine at Saint Restaurant, an Italian inspired restaurant run by chef David Higgs and Gary Kyriacou. Enjoy an evening of gourmet pizza and pasta in a beautifully curated space in Sandton’s trendy new shopping precinct, The MARC.
The Saxon Boutique Hotel is located in Johannesburg on a 10 acres property of indigenous gardens. As a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, there is much to look forward to during your stay. The hotel features an on-site spa, a cigar lounge, an award-winning restaurant, and a wine cellar.
Indulge in dining experiences at the hotel restaurant, Qunu, or alternatively you can dine at Saint Restaurant, an Italian inspired restaurant run by chef David Higgs and Gary Kyriacou. Relax and unwind at the Saxon Spa, treat yourself to an afternoon high-tea in the Piano lounge or take a stroll in the lush gardens.
Today marks the final day of your art safari in South Africa. Breakfast will be served on the Saxon’s Fig Terrace whereafter you will be collected by your private guide for an art and craft market tour in the city. For contemporary art lovers, we highly recommend visiting Gallery Momo, Stevenson Gallery, Goodman Gallery and Everard Read Gallery. Lunch will be served at Flames Restaurant located at the Four Season Westcliff and depending on your mood, you can return to the Saxon for a time at leisure.
The final evening of your South African art safari will be celebrated at Marble Restaurant. Situated in Keyes Art Mile, the growing art and food hub of Rosebank, Marble Restaurant boasts an imported grand wood-fired grill which serves as the focal point of the not only the restaurant’s interiors but also the culinary style of the dishes served. The restaurant celebrates South Africans’ love of cooking with fire, a quality which sets our food culture apart from the rest of the world. This evening, you will be able to experience it for yourself.
The Saxon Boutique Hotel is located in Johannesburg on a 10 acres property of indigenous gardens. As a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, there is much to look forward to during your stay. The hotel features an on-site spa, a cigar lounge, an award-winning restaurant, and a wine cellar.
Enjoy an art and craft tour in Johannesburg including visit to contemporary art galleries such as Everard Read, Stevenson and Goodman Gallery and local craft markets. Lunch at Flames Restaurant at Four Seasons Westcliff and dine at Marble Restaurant situated in Keyes Art Mile, the growing food and art hub of Rosebank.
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United Kingdom: Sportsman Farm, St Michaels, Tenterden, Kent
Ker & Downey® Africa is compliant with COVID-19 Industry Protocols.