Travel locally and explore two exquisite Cape destinations

Bushmans Kloof Cederberg House morning view

South Africans can now snap up a range of fabulous getaway packages at two of the Cape’s most luxurious properties – The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Cape Town, and Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat in the Cederberg.

These two bespoke destinations are part of the family-owned Red Carnation Hotel Collection, which includes Durban’s Oyster Box and Xigera Safari Island in Botswana. Each destination has its own individual character and unique location, but shares qualities that create richly rewarding experiences for visiting guests. These award-winning boutique hotels are renowned for highly personalised service, exquisite fine dining, leading spas and sumptuous surroundings.

Bushmans Kloof Private Dining under the stars

Bushmans Kloof Private Dining under the stars

Extraordinary Bushmans Kloof

A Natural Heritage site, Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat is an opulent bush oasis, and is home to an abundance of bird, plant and mammal species, as well as 130 ancient Bushman rock art sites. Exhilarating outdoor experiences include nature drives and walks, mountain biking and fly-fishing. The lodge offers a range of accommodation in 17 comfortable guest rooms and suites, as well as extraordinary dining experiences in spectacular dining venues around the reserve.

Here you can escape the city and retreat to the cocooning comforts of Bushmans Kloof with a Two Night Breakaway package from R 8260 per room per night in a Luxury Room inclusive of all meals and variety of activities. This includes All meals (breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner) – lunch excluded on day of departure; a complimentary picnic at the reserve curated by the lodge operations team together with a bottle of Bouchard Finlayson Blanc de Mer; and Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a variety of enriching lodge activities, including nature drives, rock art excursions, botanical walks, canoeing, archery, fly fishing, hiking, swimming and special interest presentations.

Other fabulous packages include Discover BK; plus a Romantic Retreat which is the perfect package to share a journey in a romantic setting where your privacy is paramount and your every need is met – creating a memory of a lifetime for both you and your loved one. A Natural Wellness package aims to revitalize body, mind and spirit in nature. With its wide-open plains with their abundance of flora and fauna, mystical rock formations and seasonal crystal-clear waterfalls, Bushmans Kloof is the perfect setting for a holistic wellness retreat. The retreat’s Spa combines ancient wisdom with modern expertise, offering a sanctuary to revitalise your senses, re-align body and mind and restore a harmonious balance.

All-in-all, Bushmans Kloof is the ideal sanctuary in which to relax, recharge your batteries and reconnect with nature in a glorious setting. All their winter packages are at South African rates, making this a great option for locals to get out and explore the Cape surrounds. For more details, see their website.

12 Twelve Apostles Conservatory Cape Town

Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

Poised above the Atlantic Ocean, the 5-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is flanked by the majestic Table Mountain National Park and the Twelve Apostles mountain range. Rated as one of Cape Town’s ‘best’, it features 70 individually designed bedrooms and suites, two swimming pools, an award-winning Spa and a private cinema. Sunset cocktails in the Leopard Bar and superb food and wine experiences in the Azure and Café Grill restaurants are legendary.

Packages are from R 4570.00 per room per night in a Classic Room, inclusive of breakfast. An Ultimate Luxury Retreat includes luxurious accommodation; full English breakfast, including freshly harvested oysters and sparkling wine, a glass of sparkling wine or chilled ice tea on arrival; a rose petal and candle turndown on your first evening; a R500 voucher to use at The Twelve Apostles Boutique high tea once during stay to enjoy in the Leopard Bar or Conservatory; a one-way helicopter flight to (or from) the V&A Waterfront with return scheduled transfer; a fruit basket in your room/suite on arrival as well as a selection of local treats including biltong, dried fruit and nuts; a cocktail in the Leopard Bar whilst enjoying the sunset (per person once during stay); dinner in the Azure Restaurant or Café Grill from a three-course set select menu once during stay (exclusive of beverages and gratuity); plus a rose quartz 90-minute massage per person once during stay.

A Celebrations package is perfect for any occasion – whether it’s a marriage proposal, honeymoon, anniversary, birthday or just a treat– there is no better way to spoil your loved one than with a 5-star luxury experience amidst the Cape’s natural beauty.

The Hibernate to Rejuvenate option is well-suited to winter. It’s a retreat for the senses which allows one to slip away for a night of bliss to hibernate, rejuvenate and relax in pure luxury. Guests get to indulge in delicious cuisine, are pampered in a tranquil spa, whilst having every need met. This could just be the most healing and relaxing winter break you will ever have.

The Overnight Dinner and a Movie package is a classic favourite. Enjoy a perfect night out with a romantic gourmet dinner for two before snuggling up for a cosy movie night in the private cinema, complete with popcorn and treats. Make it a real occasion by staying overnight in a luxurious hotel room.

Luxury & Deluxe Honeymoon packages provide the ultimate newlywed getaway. Whether you want to soak up the vibrant colours and cultures of Cape Town, or simply spend quality time together enjoying the peaceful gardens and pools of the hotel, this luxury offer is the ideal way to start a new chapter.

The Proposal of Dreams sets the scene for a memorable marriage proposal. With The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa’s unbeatable location on the fringes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park, overlooking the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean – few other venues can boast the same features. This all-encompassing offer includes a thrilling helicopter flight and an afternoon of spa pampering, followed by a delicious culinary adventure in the award-winning Azure Restaurant (or The Café Grill). For those guests who have specific requests, a concierge team can assist to make this special moment even more magical.

To view packages at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, see here. To view packages at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, see here.

 

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