Discover South Africa’s Countryside, Culture, Cuisine and Wildlife on Horseback

2024 Dates:

March 22-25: Foxhunt in Johannesburg
March 25-30: Cape Town & Winelands

April 23-28: Cape Town & Winelands
April 28-May 3: Safari

Duration:

Varies

Difficulty:

Intermediate/Advanced

This one-of-a-kind itinerary combines highlights from our Foxhunt in Joburg and Cape Town and the Winelands itineraries, with the option to extend your trip with a Big Five safari on horseback.

Start in Johannesburg, where you have the opportunity to join the Rand Hunt for their final hunt of the season. Then, travel to the Cape Town, the “Mother City.” No trip to South Africa would be complete without a visit to the Mother City and her majestic mountains, beautiful beaches, and vibrant vineyards. Take in sweeping views from atop Table Mountain, dine on exquisite seafood in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, enjoy vibrant nightlife, and ride on white sand beaches.

The riding safari takes place on a beautiful private Big 5 game reserve outside of Johannesburg. Spend several days riding from the lodge to experience South African flora and fauna on horseback!


Horses

With a thriving equestrian culture dating back to the days of the British and the Dutch, South Africa has horses of every shape, size, color, breed, and discipline galore. The horses for this itinerary will vary by location, but in each, the horses are specifically bred and trained to do their job - whether it’s riding alongside wildlife on safari or long canters on the beach in Cape Town. Many horses have Thoroughbred, Arabian, or Boerperd (a South-African breed) breeding for agility, endurance, and temperment.


Riding

Intermediate-Advanced

Riders should be able to ride comfortably at all paces, and spend several hours in the saddle daily.

Accompanying non-riders are welcome!


Tack

Riders can choose between English or McLellan trail saddles, and should be prepared for several hours in the saddle daily at all paces. The hunt will be exclusively English riding.


Accommodation

Johannesburg

In Johannesburg, riders will stay in a B&B in the Kyalami area with easy access to the hunt activities and festivities.

Cape Town

In Cape Town riders will stay in a charming B&B with magnificent views of the city and easy access to shopping, dining, nightlife, and more.

Cape Winelands

Riders will stay in guesthouses and B&Bs in the Cape Winelands area. Venues vary year by year and with availability, but all offer quaint and unique accommodations in the tradition of the region.

Safari

Riders will move from permanent tented camp to a mobile, traditional fly camp as you traverse the reserve.


Dining

After a long day in the saddle, you are sure to work up an appetite! You will not be disappointed by the delectable cuisine on offer in each location on this itinerary. Enjoy hearty meals, scrumptious snacks, and warm hospitality.

Dietary restrictions may be accommodated with advanced notice.


Itinerary


Dates

March 22-25: Foxhunt in Johannesburg
March 25-30: Cape Town & Winelands

April 23-28: Cape Town & Winelands
April 28-May 3: Horseback Safari


Rates

Foxhunt in Johannesburg
3 nights

Cape Town & Winelands
5 nights

Horseback Big 5 Safari
5 nights


Price Includes:

  • All accommodations

  • All meals included in itinerary (2 days’ lunches in Cape Town are not included)

  • All riding activities, including tack and equipment

  • Admission to activities/sites indicated in itinerary

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

Does not include:

  • Airfare to and from South Africa and flights between countries/locations

  • Transportation between trip locations (can be arranged, depends on number of riders and selection of itinerary)

  • Any meals not indicated in the itinerary

  • Additional excursions or activities not included in itinerary

  • Travel Insurance

  • Visas

  • Gratuities and personal expenses


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