Discover South Africa

South Africa truly is a country where you're spoilt for choice. Few people realise just how vast this country is, or how much there is to see, do and experience. When Jonas first moved to South Africa, he was completely overwhelmed by everything there was to discover. In many ways, that might be one of the reasons he never left. There was simply far too much still waiting to be explored.

Over the years, through Jonas's travels and our team's collective local knowledge, we've created this page as a guide to discovering South Africa beyond the obvious. Think of it as our love letter to this incredible country.

Here, you'll find everything from culture, museums and local brands to what you should pack, what you need to know before you arrive and the experiences we believe are worth seeking out. And just as we want you to arrive as a guest and leave as family, we hope you'll feel that same sense of warmth and belonging as you explore our website.

We don't believe in keeping our local knowledge to ourselves. We want to share it with you and inspire you to discover South Africa on your own terms. And if you choose to travel with us along the way, well, that would make us even happier.

Get to Know South Africa

Take Your Seat: Theatre & Performing Arts in Cape Town

When South Africa Celebrates: Festivals & Major Events Worth Travelling For

Pack Light, Shop Local: South African Beauty Brands We Love

Pack Light, Shop Local: Our Favourite South African Brands

A Taste of South Africa: Local Snacks, Sweets & Treats You Have to Try

Where to Experience South African Art: Galleries, Museums & Sculpture Parks

The Artists Shaping South African Culture Scene

From the Owner’s Desk: Reflections on Geography and Travelling to South Africa

The Perfect Seasons for Swedish Travellers to Discover South Africa

From The Owners Desk: A health crisis in Central Africa does not define Southern Africa

Vergelegen: My Backyard, Your New Favourite Wine Farm