Epicurean Journeys and Culinary Creativity
South Africa offers an incredibly diverse dining landscape with international franchises, upmarket, glitzy venues and comfortable little eateries in all its major cities and towns and outside of its cities you’ll find the country is brimming with hidden gems in quaint villages, seaside towns and other out of the way places. Here are nine South African […]
De Hoop Collection introduces ‘Friends of De Hoop’
De Hoop Collection is delighted to introduce Friends of De Hoop – an exciting new accommodation option of De Hoop Collection recommended getaways, situated outside of the De Hoop Nature Reserve. First up is the stunning self-catering property, De Hoop in Plett. Perfectly positioned, within 100 metres (a mere 1-minute walk) from Robberg Beach, one of Plettenberg Bay’s finest beaches, […]
Wine in the Wilderness
This May, Samara Karoo Reserve invites you to a gathering shaped by shared values, where family-owned wine estates Creation Wines and Ormonde Wines meet a rewilded Karoo landscape and a historic country town in one seamless experience. This year’s Wine in the Wilderness brings together the craft of winemaking, conservation, culture and community, honouring the […]
WILDERNESS IMPACT CHALLENGE RETURNS WITH
USD 100 000 PRIZE FOR EMPOWERMENT-DRIVEN CONSERVATION SOLUTIONS The Wilderness Trust is delighted to announce the return of the Wilderness Impact Challenge for 2026, building on the success of its inaugural edition. This second iteration invites innovators, entrepreneurs, engineers, system-builders and community leaders to submit practical solutions that strengthen Africa’s conservation economy and generate lasting social and […]
The Manor at Samara Karoo Reserve: A Thoughtful Refurbishment
Set within the vast, soul-stirring landscape of the Karoo in the heart of big sky country, The Manor at Samara Karoo Reserve has reopened following a carefully considered refurbishment that successfully deepened its sense of space, comfort and connection to the wilderness. One of the most remarkable exclusive safari homes in Africa, The Manor epitomises […]
The De Hoop Villa Collection unveils its new Villa
The De Hoop Nature Reserve – spectacularly beautiful with pristine white sand, turquoise sea and miles and miles of unspoilt nature, is one of the most diverse reserves in South Africa. And in its heart lies the De Hoop Collection, part of Cape Country Routes. The De Hoop Collection offers a range of affordable accommodation ranging from […]
A New Chapter in Paarl Luxury: Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge
Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge has ocially opened its doors, bringing a carefully crafted luxury retreatto complement the estate’s rich farm experience in the heart of Paarl. Set among tranquil olive groveswith sweeping views of the Simonsberg mountains, the lodge offers an immersive escape defined by aphilosophy of slow, conscious living — all just moments from the […]
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 […]