{"id":185838,"date":"2011-11-18T12:37:41","date_gmt":"2011-11-18T12:37:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blacktomato.preview.uk.com\/ultimate-south-africa\/"},"modified":"2025-02-12T18:02:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T18:02:10","slug":"ultimate-south-africa","status":"publish","type":["Experience"],"link":"https:\/\/www.blacktomato.com\/us\/destinations\/southafrica\/ultimate-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate South Africa: Cape Town, Winelands, Sabi Sands"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Cape Town<\/h2>\n<p>Revamp your engines after a long flight in total luxury. Simple yet stunning, Ellerman House is thriving with a highly cultured staff, eager to get you settled in vibrant Cape Town. Unwind in style and wake up to glittering views of Robben Island every morning. At the heart of luxury is exceptional service, and here, you\u2019ll experience it right down to the nitty-gritty details with expert chefs happy to personalize any dish to your liking and a champion wine list with over 7500 South African reds and whites to bolster your palate. A five-star dinner isn&#8217;t just about the eats; grab one last drink and peruse the Ellerman Contemporary Gallery unveiling the root of South African contemporary culture. Wake up to daily beach trips along Cape Town&#8217;s pristine coast&#8230;white sand and lofty palms are right outside these palace doors.<\/p>\n<h2>Franschhoek<\/h2>\n<p>Here, foodies are destined for heaven. Planted in the middle of the pastoral Franschhoek Valley, lies La Residence hotel. Owned by a 30-acre working farm, panoramic views of lush green mountains fertile with plum orchards and brilliant flora gardens encompass your private veranda. Become fully transported to the core of African dining in La Residence\u2019s private restaurant where you will delve into fresh dishes prepared lovingly with local produce. Want to find the perfect drink to top off your meal? A wine tasting will have you instantly hooked on Franschhoek\u2019s best. As long relaxing days of golf and horseback riding through the valley channel your thoughts to the next feast, consider exploring the neighbouring restaurants &#8211; La Petite Colombe and Miko are real favorites of ours.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Sabi Sands<\/h2>\n<p>Mother nature\u2019s most stunning visions await. Prepare for top complimentary game drives, as you hole up in the Simbambili game lodge tucked away in the Sabi Sands, for three blissful nights. Simbambili\u2019s eye-popping savvy style exudes luxury. Cozy up on the massive wooden deck fringing the property to catch multiple sightings of South Africa\u2019s big five. Better yet, hop on a jeep with experienced trackers to get up close and personal with the wild. At the peak of safari excitement, look forward to uncoiling at Simbambili\u2019s spa for a deep tissue massage, followed by a cool drink on your private deck.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cape Town Revamp your engines after a long flight in total luxury. Simple yet stunning, Ellerman House is thriving with a highly cultured staff, eager to get you settled in vibrant Cape Town. Unwind in style and wake up to glittering views of Robben Island every morning. 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