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ARRIVAL DAY CHECK IN 14H00 (CHECK OUT 10H00)

Guests make their own way from the airport to

Monkey Valley Resort in Noordhoek where we will

be staying for the duration of the trip. Nestled at

the foot of the famous Chapman’s Peak Drive,

deep in the 400 year old Milkwood forest and

Nature Reserve, our hotel has unparalleled views of

the 8km long Noordhoek Beach. The hotel is built

on an environmentally sustainable ethos to

preserve the natural beauty of the area. Although

only a mere 30 minutes from Cape Town city centre

we will feel like we are in another world!

The rooms are warm and rustic, each uniquely designed with a private fireplace and deck and

overlooks either the sea or forest. Each room is en-suite and equipped with a television, fridge,

tea/coffee station and WI-FI. After settling in to your room you will be able to relax and catch up from

your travels. This will be a perfect time to relax by the pool, talk a walk on the beach and rest up before

our group meet for our WELCOME DINNER.

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7.00pm ARRIVAL DINNER – THORFYNN’S RESTAURANT Guests account.

Start with sunset cocktails, out on the deck or in

the quaint treetop pub! The restaurant offers

elegant but natural cuisine using the freshest local

free range produce, a great selection of

vegetarian dishes, their famous wood baked

pizzas, sushi, succulent seafood dishes and platters

and a highly reputable wine list.

We will have the opportunity to get to know each other and talk about the upcoming 8 days. I will be

able to answer any further questions anyone has and we can address any concerns/issues right off to

make sure there is smooth sailing and lots of smiles for the entire trip!

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DAILY MORNING ITINERARY Day 1 - 8

8-9.30AM YOGA PRACTICE

Each morning will start off with a well rounded

practice that will leave you energized and ready for

a fun filled day of activities that include sightseeing,

walking, cycling, paddling, eating and shopping!

You will need to bring your yoga mat but all other

props will be provided! The practice will be a mixed

level class so everyone can participate!

9.30 – 10.45AM SHOWER AND BREAKFAST AT THORFYNN’S RESTAURANT (included in retreat cost)

Having worked up a good appetite, take a shower, freshen up and head down to the tree deck

overlooking the ocean to enjoy a full hearty farmhouse breakfast to keep you going all through the

morning!

10.45 DEPARTURE FOR THE DAY’S ACTIVITIES

Although we will do our best to follow the itinerary we may need to change the order of activities based

on the weather. April is a lovely month – we are leaving the high heat of the summer and the winds

have died down. But it is always a good idea to do a weather check before you fly! Cape Town’s

geography means we can have many weather patterns in one day depending where we are on the

Peninsula. Pack accordingly for our activities and variable weather.

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DAY 1

Today will be an easy day of walking and sightseeing – allowing you a chance to recover from the

flight. Taking a slow drive from Noordhoek, along the world famous Chapman’s Peak through Hout Bay,

along the Atlantic Seaboard we wil make our way to “THE TABLE”.

12.30 TABLE MOUNTAIN

One of the world’s most famous mountainous

landmarks, Table Mountain was recently awarded

status as one of the “ New7Wonders of Nature”.

Summiting via the Cable Car, we will be rewarded

with a 360 degree of the city, Atlantic seaboard,

Table Bay, the nearby peaks of the surrounding

mountains and the rest of the Table Mountain

National Park. We will take a 30 minute guided

walk to learn the story of Table Mountain and the

Cableway.

Feeling hungry? Don’t worry! THE TABLE MOUNTAIN CAFÉ

has a selection of delicious self-service meals and snacks,

as well as tasty pastries and desserts. You’ll find dishes

inspired by South African cuisine, a selection of fresh

salads, sandwiches and pizza slices. Lunch and light

meals are served from 11:30. Drinks include fine wines,

beer, specialty coffees and teas, fruit juices and sodas.

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3pm V&A WATERFRONT

Coming down from “The Table” we will head to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, one of the world’s

most beautiful shopping centers, which is also a historical yet fully operational harbor.

You will have time to separate from the group and wander around at your leisure. Here is your chance

to shop for gifts and treat yourself to amazing local art, fashion and food!

At an agreed upon time we will meet at one of the Waterfront Restaurants/Café where we can sit at

the water’s edge, under the shadow of Table Mountain, watching the boats, while sipping on fine wines

and enjoying delicious food!!!

DINNER AT THE HOTEL

We will take a slow drive back along the back of Table Mountain via Constantia and over Ou Kaapse

Weg back to the hotel for a quiet evening and dinner on the deck.

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Day 2

1pm – 4.30pm ROBBEN ISLAND

“Robben Island is the unique symbol of “the

triumph of the human spirit over adversity,

suffering and injustice”.

We will take a ferry from the V&A Waterfront

Nelson Mandela Gateway to the Island to learn

about the important aspects of South Africa’s

history that the island represents. We will visit all

the historical sites around the Island. The tour

guides inside the prison are former political

prisoners, fully conversant and knowledgeable about the Island’s multi-layered 500 year old history. The

tour route includes the graveyard of people who died from leprosy, the Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe’s

house, the Bluestone quarry, the army and navy bunkers and the Maximum Security Prison where

thousands of South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated for years. The tour culminates with a

viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell.

When we return to the V&A we will have time to have light snack before enjoying our next adventure

5.00 – 6.30pm CYCLE THE SEA POINT PROMENADE

This is one of the easiest and nicest ways to appreciate this

Millionaire Mile of the city. From the V&A Waterfront we will

take an easy, gentle, slow paced cycle along the (very flat!)

Sea Point Promenade and enjoy the views of the ocean,

public parkways and urban art exhibits scattered along the

way! Bike hire, Helmets and locks are included!

DINNER AT THE HOTEL

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DAY 3

11.30 – 1.00 CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE

The oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa, built

between 1666 and 1679, the Castle served as a maritime

replenishment station and defensive fort. A unique combination

of cultural and military history, exhibitions and military ceremonies

awaits you as we take a guided tour to explore the history of one

of Cape Town’s most iconic landmarks!

1.30 -2.30 COMPANY GARDENS

Staying steeped in the history of the city we will head to the

historical Company Gardens, right in the heart of the City

where we will enjoy a light lunch. The Garden was originally

created in the 1650’s by the region’s first European Settlers

and provided fertile grounds to grow fresh produce to

replenish ships rounding the Cape. Proclaimed for public

use in 1848 The Gardens are abutted by numerous

important landmarks and are now enjoyed for the sheer

beauty of its flora and the allure of its historic setting.

2.30 – 4.30 CITY CENTER WALKING TOUR

This interactive guided walking tour will take us from the

Company Gardens around the City centre and includes a visit

to locations such as the Slave Auction tree, Postal Stone,

Adderley Street flower sellers, Greenmarket Square, St Georges

Cathedral, Bokaap Mosques, The Slave Lodge, Parliament and

a viewing of part of the Berlin Wall.

5.30 PM SUNSET DRINKS AND DINNER IN CAMPS BAY

Set against the impressive backdrop of the Twelve Apostles

mountain range, Camps Bay beach is one of Cape Town’s most

beautiful beaches. Restaurants and bars line the palm-tree

promenade opposite the beach. Kicking off our shoes we can

walk the beach, and enjoy a cocktail at one of the sidewalk

cafes before heading to dinner at one of the relaxed local

restaurants.

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DAY 4

11.30 – 2.30 CAPE POINT NATURE RESERVE

We will travel from the hotel, through Noordhoek and

along the breathtaking route of Misty Cliffs to Cape

Point. Located at the tip of the Cape Peninsula, 60k

South West of Cape Town, Cape Point is a National

World Heritage Site. Encompassing 7750 hectares of

rich and varied flora and fauna, abounding with buck,

baboons and Cape mountain zebra as well as over 250

species of birds – Cape Point is a nature enthusiast’s

paradise! We will have time to wander around and

walk (or buy a ticket on the Flying Dutchman Funicular) to the Lighthouse to take in the panoramic

views. There will be an opportunity to listen to a free audio tour, take lots of photos, shop for curios, and

enjoy lunch on the outdoor terrace of the Two Oceans Restaurant where we can soak up the sun and

some of the most breathtaking ocean and mountain scenery in the world!

3.00 PENGUIN PADDLE Simons Town

Using stable, easy to paddle two person kayaks,

and guided with our personal instructor, we will

launch into the cool, clear sparkling water of the

Atlantic Ocean, and weave our way through the

rocky pools and outcrops around Boulders Beach

and explore the waterways of this fascinating

penguin colony. This is a fun, safe and unique way

of seeing one of Cape Town’s most popular visitor

attractions!

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5 .00 KALK BAY

We will walk the funky streets of this cool little fishing village.

The main street is lined with small shops, offering unique bric a

brac items as well as high end fashion and home ware. We

will end with sunset drinks and dinner at the famous Harbor

House, situated on the water’s edge and boasting exquisite

view of the working harbor, False Bay and the Hottentots

Mountain Range.

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DAY 5 – LANGA CULTURAL TOUR

11.30 – 3.00 LANGA TOWNSHIP CULTURAL WALKING TOUR (2-3hrs)

We will meet at the Gugu Sthebe Visitor

Information Centre and will start with an

introduction of some of the artists and their

Arts and Crafts on exhibit. Thereafter we

start a walking tour of Cape Town’s oldest

townships which was created in the mid

1920’s. Our experience will be welcoming as

we go into people’s homes and lives to hear

of their experiences hopes and dreams. We

will gain insight into the hardships of township life but be inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit and good

humor the residents use to overcome day to day issues. We will see township markets, hostels, and

home-grown businesses (called smiley shops!), hear vibrant music and be made to feel welcome in true

African tradition. We will stop for a traditional African meal and the opportunity to shop for local arts

and crafts.

4.00 KIRSTENBOSCH GARDENS

Set against the Eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens is world renowned as one of the

great botanical gardens of the world and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Showcasing the

beauty and diversity of the Cape flora, you will have the opportunity to walk around at your leisure and

explore the Fragrance Garden, Peninsula Garden and Water-wise Garden and enjoy the recently built

Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway!

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The 130m Tree Canopy Walkway is a curved steel and

timber bridge walkway that winds and dips its way

through and over the trees of the Arboretum. Inspired by

a snake skeleton and informally called “The Boomslang”

(meaning snake), it takes the visitor from the forest floor

into and through the trees and bursts out above the

canopy, giving spectacular panoramic vistas of the

surrounding mountains, Garden and Cape Flats.

At your leisure stop at any one of the 3 tea rooms/restaurants and enjoy cakes, pastries, light

lunches/coffee tea.

DINNER AT THE HOTEL

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DAY 6 – HOUT BAY & LLANDUDNO

12.45 SEAL ISLAND BOAT CRUISE

Leaving from Hout Bay harbor we will take a 45 min boat cruise

on the famous Nauticat, a glass bottomed 22 meter catamaran,

to view the Cape Fur Seals in their natural habitat.

Accommodating 140 passengers the boat has full toilet facilities,

as well as inside seating, an open upper deck and wood

paneled saloon with a fully licensed bar.

2.00 HOUT BAY - Lunch at Dunes Restaurant

Situated right on Hout Bay Beach, Dunes offers a relaxed vibe

with lots of outdoor seating. Kick back, sip on some local wines,

sample some great hearty food and enjoy the energy of Hout

Bay – Cape Town’s 7th most visited destination!!!

4.00 – 6.00 LlANDUDNO BEACH

One of the most exclusive areas of Cape Town, home to

multimillion dollars homes bumping up against the odd

beachside shack. Lack of parking keeps the numbers down

and so we will enjoy an afternoon of sunbathing, beach bats,

swimming and walking on the rocks.

6.30 HOUT BAY MARKET – dinner, music and shopping!

Situated in Hout Bay harbor this laid back, boisterous

market offers arts and crafts stalls and an eclectic mix of

food stands along with top quality live music that will have

you groovin’ like a local!

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DAY 7 WEST COAST: LANGEBAAN

12.30pm– STRANDLOPER BEACH RESTAURANT

This is an all afternoon affair!! Today we cruise 1.5 hrs up

the West Coast of Cape Town towards Langebaan to

spend an entire afternoon at the famous open air, out-

door Strandloper Restaurant. Situated at the water’s

edge with a magnificent view of Langebaan Lagoon, we

will enjoy a leisurely 3-4hr luncheon where the central

focus is an open braai (bbq) where everything from black

mussels in wine to “really strong” coffee takes its turn.

Traditional treats include fish curry, angel fish and snoek, grilled haarders, smoked angle fish, snoek with

sweet or steamed potatoes, plus waterblommertjie bredie.

It’s a “bring your own” drinks arrangement so we will visit the local store before hand to stock up on

whatever refreshments tickle your fancy! (Guests account)

DINNER AT HOTEL

DAY 8 WINELANDS - FRANSCHOEK

WINELANDS CYCLE AND WINE TASTING

A day in the winelands is all about relaxing! Linking wine

farms together with a slow meandering cycle along flat

farm roads, we will explore the Franschhoek Valley in a

unique and memorable fashion. The cycling route is

short and easy enough for anyone to complete. After

admiring the architecture as we cycle through the

back roads of this quaint village we will make our way

through the vineyards to stop for a wine tasting at La Bri

wine estate.

We will continue along country lanes past horses and cattle and old and modern wine farms, where we

will stop for another tasting at La Provence before ending with a picnic lunch on beautifully manicured

lawns of LaProvance. This is a great way to experience the way of life in this historic region. Includes

guide, bikes, helmets, water, wine tastings, and picnic lunch.

We will take our time heading back to Cape Town with opportunities to stop and take photographs.

DINNER AT THE HOTEL

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DAY 9 -WE SAY FAREWELL

Guests leave for airport or continue on with their personal holiday itinerary.

COST: $2150 PER PERSON SHARED ACCOMODATION

DEPOSIT  :  $500  

WHATS INCLUDED:

• 9 nights’ accommodation shared)

• 8 full days , excluding arrival and departure days

• 9 farmhouse style breakfasts

• 3 lunches (Strandloper Restaurant, Langa , and Picnic in the Winelands – refreshments excluded)

• Daily yoga class

• Transport and driver

• All activities listed on the above itinerary (Table Mountain Cable Car; Entrance Fees to Kirstenbosch

Gardens, Castle of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve; Boat Trips to Robben Island and

Seal Island, Bicycle Hire for the Cycle along Sea Point Promenade and in the Winelands; Walking

Tours of Cape Town City Centre and Langa; Paddling with the Penguins).

NOTE - Any other activities fall to the guest’s personal account

WHATS NOT INCLUDED

• Airfare

• Travel insurance

• Transports to/from airport to hotel/any other personal transportation outside of the group activities

• Dinners

• Lunches (unless stated otherwise)

• All refreshments

• Hotel gratuities/staff tips

• Restaurant gratuity/tips (@10%)

• Personal expenses for shopping/souvenirs