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Wildflowers, Wine and the Cape Floral Kingdom - Botanical Histories in South Africa

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Carolyn Fry
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Dates
22 Aug
5 Sep
2024

The Cape Floral Kingdom is one of the richest areas of plant biodiversity in the world. This tiny region on the southern tip of South Africa has been identified as one of the world’s 35 biodiversity hotspots. One of only six Floral Kingdoms in the world – and the only one contained within a single country - it is by far the smallest and relatively the most diverse.

One of the outstanding botanical stars of the show is the beautiful and distinctive Fynbos vegetation, unique to the Cape Floral Region, which includes the famous protea. As well as its botanical significance, the southern tip of South Africa is spectacularly beautiful, particularly in the flowering season.

Travel with experienced botanical tour leader, Carolyn Fry, and learn about wildflowers and the Cape Floral Kingdom as well as experiencing the vibrant culture and history and enjoying the food and fine wine of South Africa: a journey that will leave you both uplifted and inspired.

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At a glance
What you need to know
Type of tour
Cultural
Profession
Botanical History
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Nights
14
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Countries
1
Tour grade
Moderate
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Remaining places
10
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Dates and places

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Take a vivid journey through the floral riches of South Africa during its glorious spring, as each themed day reveals a new aspect of the region’s botanical history.

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What to expect

Tour highlights

Cape wildflowers
West Coast National Park

See the Cape wildflowers carpeting the West Coast National Park during the brief Spring flowering season

Ancient rock art
Southern Drakensburg

Take an excursion with local expert and explore the wildflowers and ancient rock art in the southern Drakensburg

1,000 year old trees
Hermanus

See 1,000-year-old trees and the Fynbos of the Cape Floral Kingdom on a specialist guided tour

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Beautiful landscapes

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Is this tour right for me?

Moderate
Level 3

Some walking between destinations, more time spent standing, and increased travel distances. Requires a reasonable level of fitness.

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Your expert companions

Tour leaders

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Accommodation

Hotels

We like charm, comfort, convenience in location, and of course, excellence in service.

Cape Town

President Hotel Cape Town Gardens

Hermanus

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Franschhoek

Protea Hotel Franschhoek

Langebaan

Windtown Lagoon Hotel

Himeville

Premier Resort Sani Pass

Durban

Garden Court Umhlanga

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