Below; some additional info for those of you that are visiting South Africa for the first time
Flights? - What dates should I book? We suggest the following:
Wedding only; Arrive in CPT 14-18th Erliest Departure; night of 20th March
Wedding + Trip; Arrive 14-18th Erliest Departure; 26th/27th
- HIGHLY Recommended!
Wedding + Trip+ Beach; Arrive 14-18th Erliest Departure; night of 29th - Dream trip!
Wedding + Safari + Beach + Vinyards; Arrive 14-18th Erliest Departure; 3rd/4th April
- Delux, extra everything! JOIN!!!
Accommodation? We suggest the following:
We have pre-booked SOME accommodation in Hermanus (Wedding Weekend) and ALL accommodation for the trip after the wedding - please get in touch for options!
If you book your own accommodation in Hermanus - Please try to be within walking distance to 73 10th Street as chauffeured transport is going to be very limited and there are NO UBER in Hermanus.
Stay after the wedding? We suggest the following:
Please join us for a trip after the wedding.
Several options are available, outlined Below .
The plan will change, and you can opt in or out of each of the sections.
Get in touch to plan!
Budget Please allow R1500-2000/SEK900-1200 per day per adult sharing car and accommodation. This should cover all basics (transport,food,drinks,accommodation,) excluding flights to and from South Africa. Please sign up ASAP as availability is very limited!
Packing? We suggest the following:
LESS IS MORE
Please pack conservatively - Apart from formal clothes you REALLY only need one or two outfits for the trip. Space is limited in the vehicles. Soft bags are to be preferred over hard suitcases.
Please See suggestion below
Accomodation
Wedding weekend: Please try to stay within walking distance of 73 10th Street Hermanus. Some chauffeured transport will be provided during the weekend, but the closer you stay, the better. (AirBnB Booking.com LekkeSlaap )
There is NO UBER in Hermanus.
Trip after wedding: Please let us know what you would like to join asap as most accomodation will be pre-booked for you!
Details, after-wedding trip:
Wedding + Week 1:
Wedding: Friday 18th - Sunday 20th + Honeymoon trip Monday 21st - Saturday 26th
We would like to invite you to join our honeymoon! Trip can be shortened if required. Checkout possible from (earliest) Wednesday 23rd. More details to follow, but basics;
What; Safari, Stargazing & lots of fun!
When; Transport departs VERY early Monday 21st - Return to be planned individually
How: Self drive: Make sure you book your rental car early! Share with your friends, old or new. Pickup your car from CPT or Hermanus *at the latest* Sunday 20th!
Accommodation: Will be booked for you.
Food: Self catering - Will be planned and prepared for you. (We will share some responsibilities).
Dresscode; Safari
Cost; ~ R2000/person/day + cost of your shared rental car
LIMITED AVAILABILITY! ~ 28 beds only! Please RSVP asap via link - ALSO; contact us directly for confirmation.
First come, first served - We will do our very best to adapt program so that as many of you as possible can join, but can not guarantee availability.
25th - 27th The newlyweds leve.
Laura and Sebastian will attend friends wedding from Friday lunch 25th and reunites with the group Sunday afternoon 27th.
Beach, surf, kite, spontaneity !
This week we will keep spontanious. The newlyweds will travel by car from the Knysna area back towards Hermanus and stops along the way can be planned together!
Program to be decided when we know number of attendees and interests.
Kite-surfing, Surfing, swimming and other beach-related activities. Mountains, hiking, sand-dunes, diving game, you name it! Additional stops/activities can easily be planned during these days. Please contact us for options!
Wine Weekend - Vineyard visits?
The trip could be concluded by a weekend/ a few days at one of the many Vineyards in Constantia, Franschhoek, Paarl or other. Please let us know of your specific wine interests and if you want to take part in this!
Week 2:
Stay after the wedding and join our trip!
Packing
Less Is More and Pack-bags make everything easier!
We recommend neutral coloured clothing including shades of khaki, brown, beige/tan, and green. Avoid black and blue as they stand out in the bush and also attract mosquitoes. Suggested pack list below; (excluding formal attire for wedding)
Trust me, you won't miss a thing..
Footwear:
1 all round sneaker / suede shoe for everyday use.
1 pair closed trainers / boots for hikes, runs, horseback riding etc.
1 pair flip-flops/ slops / sandals for beach days
Bottom;
2 pairs of Lightweight travel slacks, light coloured for safari and darker coloured for dinners
2 Board-shorts / Bikini / swimsuit / light skirt for swimming and relaxing
1 pair Chino- shorts for everyday use
Tops;
1 collared golf-shirt (“polo-shirt”) in light colour wicking fabric
2 exercise t-shirt for exercise & beach-wear
1 long sleeved thin t-shirt for sun protection
2 shirts in light fabric (linen) for safari / dinners
1-2 thin sun-dresses
1 fleece / warm hoodie for chilly nights
Other clothing;
1 warm lightweight down jacket. (nights DO get chilly)
1 hat/cap for sun protection
1 wetsuit (average temp in the ocean is ~19 C even in summer)
Other;
sunglasses
power bank
decent binoculars (10x42 recommended)
headtorch
sunscreen
mosquito repellant
power bars or snacks
water bottle (>700ml recommended)
toiletries (Less IS More!)
medicin / first aid
