Taste local with our Picnic in a Basket to share: Our ingredients are mostly sourced from passionate owner run businesses in the Deep South of Cape Town. Our mission is to give you a taste of the area in a no frills, unfussy let the ingredients shine. Components and packaging are all about getting to enjoy your lunch anywhere on the Peninsula, we're thinking mountain top, secluded beach or even the busiest of tourism hotspots. You could even take it back to your accommodation to enjoy there. We're versatile like that.  Gourmet Picnic Basket: Main: Home made sundried tomato pesto and couscous salad with mediterranean roasted vegetables. Artisanal Sandwich with freshly baked bread of your choice (options include, sourdough, ciabatta, 100% rye, gluten free) Combinations include but are not limited to: Buffalo mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes, rocket and pesto mayo Chicken breast fillet, avocado and sriracha mayo Salmon, cream cheese and avo Dessert: Fruit Kebabs or Salad A Petit Four Selection Selection of snacks: Trail mix, biltong and marinated olives Drinks: Local Sparkling Apple or Pear Juice Bottled Water A snack selection:  Trail mix, Game biltong, Cheese Straws and Marinated Olives Wine can be added at an additional rate. please note, no alcohol is permitted within any national parks. A cash breakage deposit of R500 is payable on collection and will be returned once all equipment has been returned Suggested Picnic Spots Simon’s Town: Long Beach, Boulder’s Beach, Fisherman’s Beach Cape Point: Olifants Bos, Venus Pools, Buffel’s Bay Cape Town: Chapman’s Peak Drive, Kirstenbosch Gardens Please note, we require a minimum of 48 hours’ notice. All Picnic baskets will be ready by 09h00. These will be either delivered to your accommodation in Simon's Town, or can be collected from Albatross Guest House Please note, no delivery is available on weekends. Please ensure you provide us with a WhatsApp enabled number.  

Enjoy 3 wine tastings, cheese assortments and cellar visits in Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch plus a tour on the infamous wine tram Expand your palate and enjoy three wine tastings at the most prestigious, award-winning wine farms(*) of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. Enjoy wine tasting, cheese tasting and cellar tours all while gaining knowledge about some of the most unique wines in the world Enjoy a unique ride on the vintage-style Franschhoek Tram, passing through breath-taking views and vineyards - one of the best ways to explore the true beauty of Franschhoek Visit Paarl and its vibrant Afrikaans culture, and the Drakenstein prison, where Nelson Mandela last stayed before being released Winelands Full Day Visit Attention wine lovers! Tantalise your taste buds and brush up on your wine knowledge on our Full Day Winelands Tour. Enjoy three wine tastings at award-winning wine farms, accompanied by a cheese assortment and cellar tour, an exciting ride on the Franschhoek tram, and a visit to the Drankenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela spent the last part of his captivity. Stellenbosch We start the morning off at the Stellenbosch winelands, only 20 minutes out of Cape Town, which offers a majestic scenery that is entirely different to the Cape Peninsula. You will discover different grape varieties that grow in the area such as Chenin Blanc, Shiraz, and the uniquely South African Pinotage. You will also learn about the Méthode Cap Classique developed in the region, that emulates and rivals the very best French champagnes. Stellenbosch is a small but very lively town with a famous university and numerous activities such as wine cellar tours and tastings, museums, galleries and strawberry picking. You will have the opportunity to purchase wines to bring back home to enjoy the region's delightful vintages after your visit. (1h45)   Franschhoek We then head to Franschhoek - a wine-lover's dream destination - also known as "the French corner", an old Huguenot village. With its numerous streets and estates with French names, the town will make you feel completely bewildered, feeling like you were in France in another era. You will be completely enchanted by the town's charm and its peaceful environment. You will get the chance to taste the region's delicacies, cheeses and its best wines. Since the 1st of October, we are very proud to take you on an unique ride on the Franschhoek Tram, journeying through beautiful vineyards, breath-taking scenery and award-winning wine farms. Bonus - our guides are fluent in English and French! (2h)   Drakenstein Prison Drakenstein, also known as Victor Verster Prison, is located between Franschhoek and Paarl. The prison is famous for being the one where Nelson Mandela spent the last fourteen months of his imprisonment for campaigning against Apartheid, afterwards leaving a free man in February 1990! Here you will get to see a recently unveiled, larger than life-size statue of Nelson Mandela raising his fist, not in anger, but as a well-known gesture of defiance, usually accompanied by the freedom slogan - 'amandla awethu' in isiZulu or 'power to the people' in English. Paarl We end off the tour at the town of Paarl, offering you a great perspective into Afrikaans culture and tradition. The district is specially well-known for its Pearl Mountain or "Paarl Rock". The huge granite rock is formed by three rounded outcrops that make up Paarl Mountain and has been compared in majesty to Uluru (formerly known as Ayers Rock) in Australia. Paarl offers you a diverse range of wine farms, the famous Spice Route, the Taal Monument (the Afrikaans language monument), coffee shops, breweries and plenty more. You will also be able to visit the town's vineyards where you will taste the region's finest wines. (1h)   (*)Wine farm locations may differ depending on the day of the week or the time of the year. - This a full day tour of the Winelands and you will be picked up and dropped off from your hotel. -

We offer an educational and fun experience encompassing insights into the Cape Malay culture in Bo-Kaap from a culinary perspective. Designed by Zainie and hosted in her home, your guide will entertain you with stories of the food and culture of Bo-Kaap whilst returning to Zanie's kitchen to cook up a storm. Our journey starts at a local grocer in Bo-Kaap and then continues to the local spice merchants to teach you how to shop for spices. After a brief stroll through the cobbled streets and a little bit of history, we return to Zainie's home. In the cooking class, guests will discover the secrets of mixing Masala, making Dhaltjies (Chilli Bites), preparing and folding Samoosas, making and frying Rootis and learning the traditional way to cook a mouth-watering Cape Malay Curry which you will enjoy in a sit-down lunch whilst being entertained you with local recipes and stories of food, culture and life. Refreshments and tasters are served before Lunch, thereafter you will receive a recipe booklet together with the bag of Zainie's special Masala Mix for your first curry meal.

Here it’s all about savouring the slow and enjoying a Cape Town Chillout This basket is for the adventurer looking to slow it down and spend an hour or so at any of the picturesque locations on your explorations. Here we chose sharing plates of deliciousness from the Peninsula and surrounds with a very strong emphasis on locally sourced and produced. Breads: Artisanal breads and Biscuits Spread selection: Humus Baba Ghanoush Pesto Salted Butter  Marmalade Charcuterie and Cheese platter: (examples below) Salami, Parma ham and ham Mozarella, Brie, Blue cheese, Emmentaler Gorgonzola, Gouda Green Salad Dessert: Fruit Platter, dried and fresh Petit Four Selection Selection of snacks: Trail mix, biltong and marinated olives Drinks: Sparkling Apple juice Wine can be added at an additional rate. Please note, no alcohol is permitted within any national parks. Suggested Picnic Spots: Simon’s Town: Long Beach, Boulder’s Beach, Fisherman’s Beach Cape Point: Olifants Bos, Venus Pools, Buffels Bay Cape Town: Chapman’s Peak Drive, Kirstenbosch Gardens Please note, we require a minimum of 48 hours notice. All Picnic baskets will be ready by 09h00. These will be either delivered to your accommodation in Simon's Town, or can be collected from Albatross Guest House Please note, no delivery is available on weekends. A cash breakage deposit of R500 is payable on collection and will be returned once all equipment has been returned Please ensure you provide us with a WhatsApp enabled number.

  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ BRILLIANT “What an amazing show, from the first second till the last. Incredible talent, had us moving and grooving in our seats." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Stunning! Vibey! Musical! Interactive! Entertaining! This show is truly phenomenal!! Such a fun experience. My teens loved it!! Such a gifted bunch of performers who draw you into their story!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Drumstruck is truly a remarkable experience that touches all the senses! It is a fun, interactive show and a must-do whilst in Cape Town or if you live here! The wine and tea tasting before with Gregory was superb, a real treat!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dolly Parton said "I am dumbstruck over Drumstruck. They will get your hearts beating" Enter a world of music, wine, friendship and laughter. Experience uninterrupted views of the Cape Peninsula, learn about the history of the Constantia Valley and taste Silvermist organic wines. Then, embark on an African musical journey. Learn to play a drum while being entertained by the world's best drummers. Straight from Broadway, Drumstruck presents you with the history of the drum and wows you with extraordinary performances and ancient stories. The Drumstruck cast have performed around the world and have performed with Shakira, Dolly Parton, Wil.I.Am and more. They are the top drummers/singers and dancers in the country. Drumstruck is performed in a museum/theatre housing the largest private collection of traditional SA music Instruments. The wine tasting is presented by Gregory Louw, the wine maker and owner of Silvermist Wine Estate.   Arrive at the gates of the majestic Silvermist Estate and take a journey up to the Silvermist house through a gorgeous mountain trail on the top of the Constantia Valley. Meet Gregory Brink Louw, the owner and winemaker of Silvermist Vineyards. The wine tasting takes place on the lawns overlooking the majestic 12 Apostles. Taste 4 incredible wines, including the rare and famous Silvermist Organic Wines that Gregory created. Hear enchanting stories about the Constantia farms and learn what it takes to make wine. Enter the magical African Music theatre adorned with ancient instruments and be entertained by the top performers in the world. Enjoy a truly South African show. You will get your own drum to play and within minutes you will be drumming like a master. Great for the whole family. Drumstruck has received 5-star reviews all around the world. From November onwards, after the exhilarating show, which will leave you uplifted and energised, you can book a traditional South African Braai or stop in the Shop that stocks a range of instruments and some of the finest wines from the Constantia Valley or grab another glass of wine and explore the vineyard.

Cruise and Dine Package What a deal! Ask us about our amazing cruise and dine packages. A 1 hour sail in the bay over lunch time and a 3 course lunch at one of the top restaurants in the Waterfront - Quay Four.

South Africa is a country of stunning diversity, where you can experience vibrant cities, breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and fascinating culture. In this 14-day itinerary, you will explore some of the best attractions that South Africa has to offer, from the iconic Table Mountain in Cape Town to the thrilling private game reserves. You will enjoy wine tasting in Stellenbosch, whale watching in Hermanus, safari activities in Botlierskop and Buffelsdrift wildlife reserves, and kayaking in Tsitsikamma National Park. You will also have the chance to spend some time getting to know elephants, cheetahs, penguins and seals in their natural habitats, visit the spectacular Cango Caves, and taste some of the local delicacies. You will also have plenty of free time to discover the hidden gems and local flavours of each destination. This itinerary is perfect for travellers who want to experience the beauty and diversity of South Africa in a comfortable and memorable way.