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cape town

For our spring collection, we’re heading for Cape Town and the surrounding area. Life is sweet in this region, where the ocean dances with the majestic Table Mountain in the background.

Silvermine nature reserve

Our first stop is the Silvermine nature reserve. Nestling in the heart of the mountains of the Cape Town peninsula, it offers an unspoilt backdrop of natural beauty. Take one of the many trails to discover the rich wildlife and admire one of the panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Silvermine Nature Reserve

the great parks of South Africa

destination Cape Town

animal
reserve

Kruger national
park

The Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Meet the “Big 5”: lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo. 

overlooking
the cape

Table Mountain National Park

One of the 7 new wonders of the world. The National Park is one of South Africa’s most iconic sites. This mountain range continues as far as the Cape of Good Hope.

An elephant observatory

ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK

Addo Elephant National Park is the perfect place to see the highest concentration of elephants on the African continent. This protected area is located on the shores of the Indian Ocean, close to Port Elizabeth.

Silvermine Nature Reserve

Silvermine Nature Reserve

stage 2

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Our second stop is in the heart of the Kirstenbosch Gardens, a botanical oasis renowned for its floral diversity. With the majestic Table Mountain always in the background, discover various themed gardens and beautiful paths amid the lush vegetation. For the more adventurous, take the Skeleton Gorge to reach the fragrant fynbos fields, a challenging trail with high ledges, waterfalls and numerous rocks.

kirstenbosch BOTANICAL GARDEN

kirstenbosch BOTANICAL GARDEN

kirstenbosch BOTANICAL GARDEN

step 3

village of Fish Hoek

village of Fish Hoek

Our third stopover is the fishing village of Fish Hoek Beach on the Cape Town peninsula. Witness the return of the fishermen aboard their authentic colourful boats.

Fish Hoek Beach

stage 4

city of cape town

Last stop, Cape Town. Nicknamed the Mother City because it was South Africa’s first city, Cape Town shines with its many features and colours between the ocean and the mountains at the tip of the continent.