70 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Winelands.
Professor & Mrs M
UK
"Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, Feb 2017"
I visited South Africa between 16 Feb 2017 and 6 Mar 2017
"Our trip was very enjoyable, the weather was superb. February is cleary a good time to go. It's worth looking at the lodge's seasonal pricing, as we found our most expensive lodge (Kwandwe Great Fish River) had reduced prices from 1 March.
We found when we arrived that it wasn't possible to book a winery lunch with only a few days notice - most were booked a month or so in advance.
Our peronal highlights were Game watching at Kwandwe and the Addo Elephant park, together with the coastal scenery at places like the Cape of Good Hope, Robberg Peninsula, Nature's Valley and Storm River Mouth." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 18 on a South Africa trip
We found when we arrived that it wasn't possible to book a winery lunch with only a few days notice - most were booked a month or so in advance.
Our peronal highlights were Game watching at Kwandwe and the Addo Elephant park, together with the coastal scenery at places like the Cape of Good Hope, Robberg Peninsula, Nature's Valley and Storm River Mouth." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 18 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr T & Mrs M
Newmarke
"My Feb 2017 trip"
I visited South Africa between 8 Feb 2017 and 1 Mar 2017
"Once again, Tracy came up trumps! We had been spoiled on our previous trip, to Zambia and Namibia, and weren't expecting to be quite so blown away this time - but we were, thanks to the sheer variety of the package that Tracy put together for us. From our safari experience at Kwandwe, to the opulence of the Vineyard Hotel in Cape Town, we were stunned by the quality of accommodation and service we encountered throughout our trip. Thank you so much, Tracy!
We loved South Africa, and very much look forward to returning there in the near future.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service
None at all - our experience with Expert Africa has been just what we wanted, and we know we can trust you to put together the ideal holiday experience to suit our requirements. We look forward to our next trip with you!" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 21 on a South Africa trip
We loved South Africa, and very much look forward to returning there in the near future.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service
None at all - our experience with Expert Africa has been just what we wanted, and we know we can trust you to put together the ideal holiday experience to suit our requirements. We look forward to our next trip with you!" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 21 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Family D
Sheffield
"Brilliant experience"
I visited South Africa between 26 Jan 2017 and 8 Feb 2017
"This was a special trip and it surpassed expectations. It was full on, as so much to see and do .Thoroughly enjoyed all four locations we went to . They were all very different but each was great in its own way with the highlight being the safari.
We also did our homework on restaurants before we went so had some truly excellent meals at places such as the Pot Luck Club and Foxcroft in Cape Town , La Petite Ferme in the winelanda and the Olive Tree in Knysna These were all booked in advance
Also booked a really enjoyable wine tour around some of the lesser known estates.
As you will have seen Oude Werf was a bit of a disappointment especially when compared to the other establishments we visited but Stellenbosch itself was really chilled and had a great lunch there as well.
All in all the holiday was superb and many thanks to Tracy for being so helpful in making the arrangements.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Greatly valued the ability to chat things through rather than simply relying on email. Perhaps some additional info about parking availability at the hotels woyld be useful-there were no problems but when arrivibg at a new destination worth knowing in advance what to expect eg at Oude Werf you had to find a place to stop near the hotel or drive to the gates so they could then do the valet parking. At Phantom Lodge you leave your car at their secure outdoor car park at the bottom and then are driven up and down between the lodge and your car." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a South Africa trip
We also did our homework on restaurants before we went so had some truly excellent meals at places such as the Pot Luck Club and Foxcroft in Cape Town , La Petite Ferme in the winelanda and the Olive Tree in Knysna These were all booked in advance
Also booked a really enjoyable wine tour around some of the lesser known estates.
As you will have seen Oude Werf was a bit of a disappointment especially when compared to the other establishments we visited but Stellenbosch itself was really chilled and had a great lunch there as well.
All in all the holiday was superb and many thanks to Tracy for being so helpful in making the arrangements.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Greatly valued the ability to chat things through rather than simply relying on email. Perhaps some additional info about parking availability at the hotels woyld be useful-there were no problems but when arrivibg at a new destination worth knowing in advance what to expect eg at Oude Werf you had to find a place to stop near the hotel or drive to the gates so they could then do the valet parking. At Phantom Lodge you leave your car at their secure outdoor car park at the bottom and then are driven up and down between the lodge and your car." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs V
Coulsdon
"Stunning scenery and welcoming hotels"
I visited South Africa between 19 Oct 2016 and 12 Nov 2016
"Thanks to Claire for selecting such wonderful hotels for us, The scenery is stunning. The fynbos fascinating. There can't be a better country for a road trip.
And returning to such lovely welcoming hotels each night made the whole holiday a real treat." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 21 on a South Africa trip
And returning to such lovely welcoming hotels each night made the whole holiday a real treat." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 21 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Family A
Scarborough
"My Sep 2016 trip"
I visited South Africa between 24 Sep 2016 and 14 Oct 2016
"The best safari we have ever had. Great accommodation. Planning our 2018 trip now.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Keep doing what you are doing and I will be back" Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 11 on a South Africa trip
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Keep doing what you are doing and I will be back" Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 11 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Bristol
"March 10 days in the Cape"
I visited South Africa between 4 Mar 2016 and 15 Mar 2016
"Expert Africa triumph again!
Our remit was flora and landscape which we got brilliantly, but we never expected such luxury and fine dining. Many thanks for all you have done to make our short stay so wonderful and memorable.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I didn't really use the brochure much and the web site not at all, as your team is always so well informed that we took their advice and you came up trumps again!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a South Africa trip
Our remit was flora and landscape which we got brilliantly, but we never expected such luxury and fine dining. Many thanks for all you have done to make our short stay so wonderful and memorable.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I didn't really use the brochure much and the web site not at all, as your team is always so well informed that we took their advice and you came up trumps again!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W-J
UK
"Valentine's at the cricket!"
I visited South Africa between 30 Jan 2016 and 17 Feb 2016
"Having visited South Africa briefly on several occasions we decided to make it our focus this time. The weather was good, though very, very hot at Kwandwe.
We had a good range of accommodation and the exchange rate meant that everything was extremely good value once we got there. We'd chosen our own accommodation at Oudtshoorn which we suggest Expert Africa look at for future travellers.
Cape Town was, as always, lovely!
Already booked to go back next year!" Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 17 on a South Africa trip
We had a good range of accommodation and the exchange rate meant that everything was extremely good value once we got there. We'd chosen our own accommodation at Oudtshoorn which we suggest Expert Africa look at for future travellers.
Cape Town was, as always, lovely!
Already booked to go back next year!" Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 17 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs AH
York
"Wonderful holiday"
I visited South Africa between 26 Jan 2016 and 16 Feb 2016
"Many thanks to Expert Africa for putting together such a good package with an excellent variety of places to visit and things to see.
Our 3 weeks has given us a taste of the country and we highly recommend to others. We thought our previous trip arranged by yourselves to Namibia could not be equalled but you proved us wrong. Many thanks AGAIN." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 17 on a South Africa trip
Our 3 weeks has given us a taste of the country and we highly recommend to others. We thought our previous trip arranged by yourselves to Namibia could not be equalled but you proved us wrong. Many thanks AGAIN." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 17 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Poppleton
"Our Jan 2016 SA Adventure"
I visited South Africa between 26 Jan 2016 and 16 Feb 2016
"A great success. We were delighted with Expert Africa. ( as expected after our experience in Namibia five years ago ) and would have no hesitation in recommending you to anybody wishing a great experience in Africa.
Clair and Tracy were always Very helpful and catered for our every need. Our reservations about Mimosa Lodge were easily resolved and did not reflect adversely on Expert Africa or its employees.
All in all we were hugely satisfied with the whole trip. Thank you all for you expertise and hard work to give us a memorable holiday.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Just keep up this standard." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 17 on a South Africa trip
Clair and Tracy were always Very helpful and catered for our every need. Our reservations about Mimosa Lodge were easily resolved and did not reflect adversely on Expert Africa or its employees.
All in all we were hugely satisfied with the whole trip. Thank you all for you expertise and hard work to give us a memorable holiday.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Just keep up this standard." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 17 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs F
Muswell Hi
"My 29 Nov. trip"
I visited South Africa between 5 Nov 2015 and 23 Nov 2015
"Good hotels and good value. Food portions too large and too much meat to veg.
Felt very safe everywhere." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 10 on a South Africa trip
Felt very safe everywhere." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 10 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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