This tour of cultural discovery is ideal for the explorer whose interests lie in the country and its inhabitants. This tour incorporates 'must see' areas with traditional sightseeing, highlighting the exceptional cultural found in South Africa. This module travels from Cape Town and explores the culture of the early settlers and their descendants as well as the original inhabitants of this area, the Bushmen, throughout the scenic beauty of the Cape Province. This tour can be combined with the Cultural South Africa - The North tour for a full South African cultural experience.

Day 1
On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by a Safari Co. representative, handed your world-class documentation pack and assisted to the Europcar rental counter to collect your vehicle. Depart Cape Town and head inland for some of the oldest and most historic towns in South Africa. Here you can explore the culture of South Africa’s first settlers, the Huguenots and the Dutch, as it is very much alive in many facets of daily life. We suggest a visit to a few of our wine estates, farms and orchards, which are open to the public.

Approximate travel time: 2 Hours
Accommodation: The Village at Spier – bed and breakfast basis

Day 2
Today you have a full day to further enjoy your time in this scenic and cultural jewel. We suggest a day trip to the Huguenot town of Franschhoek, where evidence of these early settlers is still very visible.

Accommodation: The Village at Spier – bed and breakfast basis

Day 3
This journey of discovery continues in a westerly direction to the arid land bordering the cold waters of the Atlantic. You stay at a game and cultural reserve, which focuses on the protection of the traditions and lifestyle of the first inhabitants of the Cape, the Bushmen. Experience this ancient culture first hand.

Approximate travel time: 4 Hours
Accommodation: Kagga Kamma Reserve – full board basis

Day 4
A full day can be spent relaxing and exploring this area. Explore the ways of the Bushmen, a worthwhile soul-searching experience. Kagga Kamma offers luxurious accommodation and delicious cuisine.

Accommodation: Kagga Kamma Reserve – full board basis

Day 5
After breakfast travel further west along the coast back to Cape Town or the International Airport. En route you will discover the small fishing communities, which have not changed in hundreds of years. You will arrive in the late afternoon.

Approximate travel time: 7 Hours from Kagga Kamma to Cape Town or the International Airport.