Winter Holidays means another WineTots family adventure – this time, from Eden to Addo!

Starting with birthday celebrations at the breathtaking Belle Balance Bush Hideout in the Plett Game Reserve, a brief stop at Newstead Lund Family Vineyards in the Crags for a brilliant bubbly tasting & ending with a relaxing afternoon of mermaid spotting at the Wreck beach.

Our final stop was the ever-enchanting Addo Elephant National Park, home to the Big 7 (the traditional safari Big 5 plus the southern right whale & great white shark in its marine protected area, Algoa Bay). What a magical experience it was to soak up the African sky and sounds of the ...more

Since moving to the picturesque Plettenberg Bay, we've had plenty of phenomenal experiences throughout the region and Garden Route.

Hop on over to Plett and explore our favourite local and family-friendly food joints throughout this glistening coastal stretch, where both the kids and adults alike are happy!

Barrington's

The heart of Plett's first craft brewery - a must-visit for beer & wine enthusiasts and newcomers alike! Sip on their diverse spectrum of local high-quality beer and savour a dish from their delightful menu of unconventional offerings.

Start your morning with a scrumptious breakfast on their tranquil ...more

Who said wine tasting and family travel can’t go hand in hand?

Visiting wine farms with the whole family generally doesn’t always work so well, but there is a way of skinning this cat. Parents really can enjoy wine-tasting without bored tots in the Plett Winelands!

Meet Hilary Anderson: a mother, adventurer, and wine lover who recently relocated from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay.

Hilary and her family have been on a mission to explore and uncover the best of South Africa’s winelands for over a decade.

Living in Stellenbosch, the heart of the South African Winelands, she was inspired by the surrounding farmlands which lead her to begin her mission. Her son was born in 2011 ...more

The Nelson Bay cave provides a spectacular view into our past. Nestled along the Robberg Nature Reserve shoreline following a brief walk, this cozy cave stands majestically, inviting visitors and passers-by to glimpse back in time.

The cave, being home to everything from early humans (dating back to c.120,000 years ago) to evidence of local animals (including the extinct Giant buffalo & Hartebeest, Eland & Quagga), lets visitors imagine what life was like in the past.

“Welcome to the past. You have just stepped into a part of Nelson Bay cave that was excavated by archaeologists. The deposits they removed were built up slowly by the rubbish left behind by the ...more

Come rain or shine we’ve found some delightful getaways for the whole family to enjoy, from wine farm treats to hot tubs – no need to freeze up as winter has its last hurrah.

In this edition of our 'Winter in the Winelands' blog, we explore the Plett Winelands, glamping, fresh seafood and more to warm your soul this winter holiday.

Eden Wine Route

This idyllic 4-star vinotel is located on the banks of the Vette River bordering Riversdale and is part of the diverse Eden Wine Route. Renowned ...more