Romance in the Wild: Valentine’s Day on Safari with Simbavati
February, the month of love, invites us to celebrate romance in ways that are both timeless and extraordinary. While chocolates…
Nestled in the heart of the Cederberg Mountain range, one of the richest areas for rock art in Southern Africa, remarkable rock art created by the San people has stood the test of time for approximately 2000 years, if not more. These ancient paintings have captured the imaginations of all who encounter them. Most of … Read more
The renowned South African tea, called Rooibos, is a favourite at Simbavati Cederberg Ridge and in many households throughout the world. Only grown and produced in the Cederberg region, this extraordinary tea is intricately connected to our lodge and our location. The Beginnings of Rooibos Over 300 years ago, the indigenous Khoisan people harvested the … Read more
If you’re ready to embark on a thrilling adventure, bouldering in the Cederberg is a must-try experience. Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that doesn’t require ropes, and it usually takes place relatively close to the ground. The idea is to tackle short, technical climbs with a focus on skill and precision. While expert … Read more
Childhood memories lead to the greatest inspiration “South African cuisine is all about heart and home,” says Simbavati Group Executive Chef, Garth Davids, whose passion is creating good honest food in a farm to table style. He shared a favourite personal recipe with us, representing his journey from humble beginnings as a young boy growing … Read more
It was just another chilly morning in the bush. As usual, we had our coffee and tea around dawn while we waited for the sun to rise. Just enough for us to see what was going on in the gradually lessening shadows. We left in the morning on foot and nothing was out of the … Read more