De Hoop Collection Launches New Mini Ranger Winter Programme
Escape to nature this winter for an unforgettable three-night family adventure at De Hoop! The De Hoop Collection, a premier Cape Country Routes member situated in the heart of the De Hoop Nature Reserve, has announced the launch of an exciting new De Hoop ‘Mini Ranger’ Programme to run during the winter school holidays. “This immersive three-night family […]
Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge Launches Signature Winter ‘Staycation’
Set among tranquil olive groves beneath the dramatic slopes of the Simonsberg mountains in Paarl, Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge offers a refined countryside retreat shaped by slow living, understated luxury and warm hospitality. Having opened its doors in December 2025, the intimate lodge blends contemporary design with the unhurried rhythm of farm life, while remaining moments […]
Holiday Fun for Families at a Family-Friendly Wine Farm
Should you be planning a family holiday down to the Cape in the Summer school holidays, there’s this spot – an ideal family destination in Wellington that ticks all the boxes – it offers a fabulous opportunity for you and your family to experience the winelands in a whole new way. Val du Charron Wine & Leisure Estate, just […]
A sanctuary in the heart of Constantia – The Cellars-Hohenort unveils ‘Hohenort Haven’
As cooler weather settles over the Cape The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa invites guests to retreat into the tranquil beauty of the Constantia Valley with the launch of its exclusive seasonal offer, the Hohenort Haven. Set amidst nine acres of award-winning gardens, it offers a peaceful sanctuary in one of South Africa’s most picturesque and historic wine […]
Experience the Winelands like never before
Val du Charron Wine & Leisure Estate in Wellington, partially closed for six months in 2025 for refurbishments and revamps to some of its accommodation, has recently re-opened its doors. Situated in the picturesque Bovlei Valley with unbeatable views of the vineyards and mountains, new designs, upgraded facilities, additional rooms and a refreshed look for its dining venues, the transformed […]
A Day with a Difference – Digging De Hoop 2026
The De Hoop Collection, a premier member of Cape Country Routes, situated in the heart of the De Hoop Nature and Marine Reserve in the Western Cape offers a range of accommodation and outdoor experiences, like no other – one of the best spots for land-based whale watching in South Africa, a 19 km Ramsar-listed […]
Introducing the De Hoop Foundation a new chapter of conservation, heritage protection and community empowerment
The De Hoop Collection, a member of Cape Country Routes, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to protecting one of the country’s most treasured landscapes with the launch of the De Hoop Foundation, a registered non-profit organisation dedicated to conservation, heritage preservation and community upliftment. For years guests have experienced […]
Drumstruck – preserving and celebrating Africa’s musical heritage for new generations
For more than two decades, Warren Lieberman has travelled across Southern Africa sourcing rare musical instruments and collecting the rhythms that carry our oldest stories. What began as a personal passion has grown into a mission to preserve and celebrate Africa’s musical heritage for new generations. Drumstruck at Silvermist is the living expression of that mission — an […]
A Summer of Fire and Flavour at Olijvenkraal’s FYRE Dining, Paarl
Tucked away in the heart of Paarl and framed by the dramatic Drakenstein Mountains, Olijvenkraal is a multi-faceted destination where working-farm charm meets fine living. Home to olive groves, vineyards and renowned for its authentic, experiential dining, the estate unites exceptional cuisine, handcrafted wines, adaptable event spaces and soon-to-launch luxury lodgings, creating a distinctive Cape […]
DINING AT VAL DU CHARRON
With unbeatable views of the vineyards and mountains, new designs, additional rooms, upgraded facilities and a refreshed look for its dining venues, the recently refurbished Val du Charron Wine & Leisure Estate, well known for its luxury accommodation and fine dining, is open for business as usual and is welcoming guests to an enriched winelands […]