South Africa Adventure with Giselle and Stephen
Curated by Goldsainte

South Africa Adventure with Giselle and Stephen

Curated for adventure travelers travelers who want a more personal, more considered way to explore.

Cape Town, South Africa9 days / 8 nights

Embark on an extraordinary 9-day adventure through South Africa, exploring Cape Town, Hermanus, Albertinia, Plettenberg Bay, and Oudtshoorn. Experience thrilling activities like ziplining and shark cage diving, and enjoy the stunning landscapes and wildlife of this beautiful country.

Adventure travelersWildlife enthusiastsPhotography lovers
From
€4,997
Final fit, timing, and availability are reviewed with your advisor.
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Designed for travellers who want a considered, high-touch journey that can still be shaped around their own pace and preferences. No payment is taken at this stage. A Goldsainte specialist reviews availability, fit, and next steps with you first.
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At a glance

The essentials at a glance

The key fit questions first: timing, rhythm, stay character, and who this journey suits best.

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Next departure
Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026
Stay character
4 handpicked stays
Suitability
Adults only (18+)
Pace
Challenging
Plan with an advisor

Move forward with clarity, not pressure

Share your preferred dates, traveller count, and any preferences. A Goldsainte specialist reviews fit, availability, rooming, and the right next step before anything is confirmed.

Next departure
Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026
From
€4,997
Response time
Typically within 24 hours
Why you'll love it

Three reasons this journey stands out

The signature elements that give this trip its own atmosphere, pace, and sense of occasion.

1

Zipline adventure at Cape Canopy

2

Shark cage diving in Gansbaai

3

Safari photography workshop

About the journey

A richer picture of the experience

Designed to help you picture the rhythm of the trip before you move into the practical details or start refining the trip around your own preferences.

Embark on an extraordinary 9-day adventure through South Africa, exploring Cape Town, Hermanus, Albertinia, Plettenberg Bay, and Oudtshoorn. Experience thrilling activities like ziplining and shark cage diving, and enjoy the stunning landscapes and wildlife of this beautiful country.

Tailoring note

This journey can still be refined around room category, pace, celebration details, or how much guidance you want along the way. The public page shows the shape of the trip, while your advisor helps fine-tune the fit.

Adventure travelersWildlife enthusiastsPhotography loversCouples
€4,997
Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026
Sample itinerary

A day-by-day sense of the journey

A curated preview of the trip's rhythm, highlights, and where each day begins to unfold.

1
Welcome to Cape Town!

Arrive in Cape Town and prepare for an exciting evening. Meet in the hotel lobby at 5:30 P.M. for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, featuring a 14-dish tasting menu with traditional Mali puppets and music entertainment. This immersive experience is just a short 10-minute transfer from the hotel.

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant14-dish tasting menuTraditional Mali puppets and music entertainment
Meals: Dinner
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

2
Adventure Along the Cape

A day dedicated to exploring Cape Town's natural attractions, including visits to Hout Bay, Boulders Beach to view African Penguins, the Cape of Good Hope, and Table Mountain. Enjoy scenic transfers and breathtaking views throughout the day.

Transfer to Boulder's BeachView African Penguins at Boulders BeachTransfer to Table Mountain National ParkVisit Cape of Good HopeAscend Table Mountain via cable car
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

3
Zipline Adventure

Say farewell to Cape Town as you journey southeast toward the picturesque seaside town of Hermanus. Along the route, brace yourself for an exhilarating stop at Elgin Valley, where an exciting zipline adventure awaits. Glide across mountain cliffs and soar like a bird above the stunning Riviersonderend Gorge. Following the zipline adventure, continue your scenic drive to Hermanus, arriving in the afternoon. Indulge in a lunch stop at a charming farm stall, where you'll have some free time to savor a meal at your own expense.

Scenic drive from Cape Town to Elgin ValleyCape Canopy Zipline Tour with eleven thrilling slidesTraverse a suspension bridge over a double waterfall
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

4
Cage Diving

Continue your journey along the iconic Garden Route towards Plettenberg Bay. In the morning, stop at Gansbaai for an optional shark cage dive, an exhilarating encounter with powerful sea creatures. For those not participating, enjoy free time exploring Gansbaai's wild beaches. Afterward, resume your drive to Plettenberg Bay with a lunch stop en route.

Scenic drive from Elgin to GansbaaiOptional shark cage diving in GansbaaiExploring Gansbaai's beachesDrive to Plettenberg Bay
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

5
Wild Encounters, Swimming With Seals & Stand-Up Paddle

Embark on a day dedicated to discovering the natural wonders of Plettenberg Bay. Start with visits to Monkeyland and Birds of Eden sanctuaries, where you'll enjoy leisurely walks and learn about conservation efforts. Later, head to Robberg Beach for an unforgettable snorkeling experience with a colony of playful Brown Fur Seals. In the afternoon, enjoy an optional stand-up paddleboarding adventure on the tranquil waters of Keurbooms Estuary.

Visit Monkeyland SanctuaryExplore Birds of Eden SanctuarySnorkeling with Brown Fur Seals at Robberg BeachOptional stand-up paddleboarding at Keurbooms Estuary
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

6
Nature Hike & Safari

Today, embark on a westward journey through the Garden Route. Begin with a scenic hike at Robberg Nature Reserve, offering stunning coastal views and wildlife sightings. Later, travel to Albertinia for a sunset safari at the Garden Route Game Lodge, where you'll have the chance to see Africa's 'Big Five'.

Robberg Coastal HikeBig 5 Sunset Safari Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Garden Route Game Lodge
FullBoard

Located in Albertinia, the Garden Route Game Lodge offers a unique safari experience with opportunities to see the Big Five and enjoy nature hikes.

7
Journey to Cape Town

Today marks the return journey to Cape Town. Begin your day with an early morning safari game drive, offering a unique opportunity to witness the awakening savanna and its diverse wildlife. After the safari, enjoy a hearty breakfast at the lodge before setting off on your journey back to Cape Town. Along the route, your guide will select a spot for a lunch stop, where you can purchase a meal at your own expense.

Big 5 Morning Safari Game DriveJourney from Albertinia Bay to Cape Town
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

8
Wine Tasting

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, which may include continental, full/American, or buffet options. Later, enjoy a wine tasting experience at Groot Constantia, South Africa's oldest wine farm, located in the historic Cloete Cellar. In the evening, a short transfer will take you to a local restaurant for a farewell dinner featuring a three-course set menu of authentic African flavors.

Hotel breakfastWine tasting at Groot ConstantiaFarewell dinner at a local restaurant
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

9
Goodbye, South Africa!

All good things must come to an end, but only until your next adventure! Enjoy a final breakfast and then make your own way onward. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Tonight at
Old Bank Hotel
BedAndBreakfast

The Old Bank Hotel offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Cape Town, providing easy access to local attractions and a welcoming atmosphere.

What to expect

What's included

The essentials of the journey are outlined here so you can see what is already thoughtfully built in and what can still be tailored around you.

Your advisor can still refine room category, pre- or post-stay additions, celebration touches, and the practical pacing around these core inclusions.
Included
Safari Photography Workshop
Informal Gathering
Welcome dinner with 14-dish tasting, traditional Mali puppets, and music entertainment. Beverages not included.
Breakfast at the hotel
Continental, full/American, or buffet style depending on the hotel.
Not included
International flights
Food & alcohol (except as noted)
Visas & travel insurance
Airport transfers
Tips for Guides
Dates & pricing

How availability works

Pricing is presented as a clear starting point. Final fit, rooming, and availability are confirmed with your advisor before anything moves forward.

For most high-end trips, the final figure moves with room choice, timing, celebration details, and how much tailoring you want wrapped around the core journey. The public rate is the starting conversation, not the whole story.
Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026
Open for enquiry • 18 spots left
Flexible rooming guidance available
€4,997
from per person

Final pricing is confirmed once your preferred dates, rooming, and travel preferences have been reviewed personally.

Planning notes

What to know before you enquire

A few practical points that help you judge fit before moving into a tailored conversation.

Think of these as planning anchors rather than rigid limits. Your advisor can guide arrival flow, pacing, and the best way to shape the trip around your actual travel style.
Flights
Not included
Departure point
Cape Town, Old Bank Hotel
Journey type
Multi-stop itinerary
Arrival planning
Independent transfer required

Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 5:30 P.M. to depart for your welcome dinner

Payment & cancellation

Clear terms before you confirm

The payment schedule and cancellation terms are outlined upfront so you can move ahead with clarity and confidence.

Before anything is secured, your advisor walks you through the payment rhythm, the flexibility available around this trip, and what changes once dates and rooms are confirmed.
How payment is staged
Payment 1
Due at booking
Non-refundable once paid
10%
Payment 2
30 days before departure
Non-refundable once paid
90%
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The practical details travellers usually want clarified before they decide to move forward.

Prefer a tailored answer? Use the booking request or question flow and a Goldsainte advisor can guide you personally.
1
Is the zipline adventure suitable for everyone?

The zipline adventure is not suitable for pregnant individuals, those with a fear of heights, or individuals over 265 pounds.

2
Are shark sightings guaranteed during the cage diving?

Shark sightings are not guaranteed as they are in their natural habitat.