Duration
Women-Only Sisterhood Journey in South Africa
$2,815 pp
Departure Date
Mar 3, 2025
Trip Style
Small Group
Country
South Africa
Physical Rating
Easy
Overview
Join an unforgettable celebration of sisterhood on this women-only journey to South Africa, where adventure, culture, and connection await!
Discover the beauty and vibrancy of the hidden gems of South Africa, the women of the rainbow nation. From the coast to the city, from the Winelands and the countryside, the Western Cape has it all! You might know the mother city by its scenic landscapes, incredible wildlife, golden beaches, award-winning wines, and diverse cultures, but there is so much more to explore…
Highlights
- Discover scenic Cape Town and the surrounding areas, like Table Mountain, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
- Engage with phenomenal women, in local communities, over award-winning wine, and indulge in local traditional food
- Explore the bush in search of African wildlife on a private game reserve led by its female founder
- Experience local hospitality on a coastal retreat, run by Women, for Women
- End the tour on a high with an 'Inspire' party
This tour is for women who:
- Have Cape Town on their bucket list
- Want to travel in a new, mindful, and meaningful way that benefits all
- Delight in sharing with other women and want to form new friendships
- Enjoy the diversity and be open to experiencing African music, dance
- Are ready to inspire and be inspired by nature, culture, and food
- Demonstrate a commitment to sustainable travel
- Are open to learning and sharing experiences in a fun and safe way
Departure Dates
- Mar 3, 2025 - Mar 11, 2025
Group Size: Min 4, Max 12
Seasonal Notes
March is filled with warm and sunny days. The weather in Cape Town in March is characterized by moderate and pleasant temperatures, marking the transitions from hot summers to milder autumns. There is still plenty of sunshine, as temperatures decrease from 80F to 72F.
Itinerary
Days 1-2 Cape Town, South Africa (arrival day)
Day 3 Colorful Cultures in Cape Town
Day 4 Table Mountain & the Cape Peninsula
Days 5-6 Private Game Reserve & Safari in the Bush
Day 7 Relax in the Cape Winelands
Day 8 Women-owned Wine Farms
Day 9 Cape Town (departure day)
Route Map
Inclusions & Exclusions
In-person briefing on arrival day
8 nights Accommodations
All meals on the itinerary: x7 Breakfast, x5 Lunch, x6 Dinner
x2 Airport transfers
All ground transfers between locations
Guided tours: Cape Peninsula, Bo Kaap walking tour, Table Mountain, sunset cruise, a visit to a community project, Cape Winelands tour
Activities include Wine tasting experience, food tasting, mini-workshop, game drives
Entrance fees, community & conservation levies
Financial protection for trip
International flights
Meals not mentioned
Alcohol
Personal expenses
Insurance
Visa
Taxes
Tips
Pricing
Prices exclude flights to/from the destination.
Prices are for double room occupancy unless indicated otherwise.
Deposit per person
30% of the trip price
Private Room - sleeps 1 - price per person
$2,815 pp
Sustainability
We are a woman-owned, UK-based tour operator that offers locally inspired Southern African journeys. Conscious of our footprint on the planet and people, we advocate for dignity, celebrate humanity, and respect the environment we travel to. We showcase the heart of the destinations through diverse, colorful, and collaborative journeys that positively impact and empower. We specialize in volunteering holidays for grown-ups and leisure holidays that benefit both travelers and the destination.
Born and bred in Cape Town, our female founder is committed to creating authentic experiences that showcase the beauty of the people. Our supply chain is primarily women and youth from marginalized communities who are registered with their local tourism authorities and are professional in their conduct towards visitors. The travel and tourism industry is a vehicle to bring about transformation, and sustainability is at the heart of what we do.
Environmental Initiatives
- Carbon reduction: Guests are encouraged to join the efforts to ensure the preservation of water, save energy, and respect our natural environment. In your Pre-Trip Guide, you’ll find tips encouraging using water sparingly, using towels more than once, using air conditioners when necessary, and switching lights off when leaving your room. The trip includes the use of public transport in the city and walking tours in the other locations. The private game reserve is a solar farm, while all properties make sure that geysers are switched off when not in use. Light bulbs have been replaced by LED energy-saving bulbs. Food is sourced from small local suppliers with both vegan and vegetarian options.
- Environment and Wildlife: We are conscious of our footprint on the environment and the accommodations we have chosen are implementing sustainable policies. We start the tour in a tranquil area surrounded by a forest of leafy trees and sweet-smelling Fynbos. The nature-infused experiences like foraging indigenous plants for cooking a meal, will bring greater understanding not only about the area’s unique biodiversity but also the connection between nature and humans.
- Accommodation Initiatives: The on-site restaurant in the Winelands estate uses glass water bottles and biodegradable straws. Compostable cardboard for takeaway containers in the restaurant while they also make their compost on-site for the gardens. Their commitment to sustainability is put into practice when the entire estate and homeowners endeavor to recycle and have a dedicated service that only collects recyclable items. Management also regularly communicates educational information to encourage recycling. Eco-friendly pesticides are used to control rodents which do not harm other animals. The estate also partners with Cape Nature for the rehabilitation of tortoises to be released on the wine estate.
Sociocultural & Economic Initiatives
- All four properties are locally owned and are fully committed to community development in their respective areas.
- Apart from the city, all other establishments are away from the normal tourist attractions with the Fairtrade certification.
- This unique tour has been especially and intentionally designed to empower women from marginalized backgrounds working within the tourism industry. The supply chain is made up of women-owned small businesses that will directly benefit from this women’s expedition, which in turn will benefit their families.
- Most of the tour guides are female and from the local areas.
- We stay in small towns like Kleinmond, Wellington, and Oudtshoorn and visit markets, have a cooking experience in a local women’s home, and a community center.
Health & Safety
Be sure you have traveler's insurance.
FAQs
What does the Physical Rating of "Easy" mean?
Travelers should wear comfortable shoes as we will walk through the city and do a mild hike in the mountains following easy trails.
What are the accommodations like?
The Women's center is simple, and comfortable in a mountain chalet. Guests will have their own room in a 3-bedroom chalet, sharing bathroom facilities. No wifi
The hotel in the city, country estate, and private game reserve accommodations are all 4* rated with en-suite bathrooms. Free Wifi
Do you cater for vegan & vegetarian options?
Yes, all accommodations will provide food options to vegans or vegetarians. Guests need to state their dietary requirements before the trip. Food will be in-season produce.