Asparagus tours form part of the annual Ficksburg Cherry Festival in November, when 30 000 visitors arrive in town to enjoy a host of outdoor activities including cherry picking, essential oil tours, steam train rides, beer festivals, car shows and much more. more

A rooibos tea safari is exclusive to the Cederberg region of the Cape West Coast. Elandsberg Eco Tourism, a tour operator and accommodation provider based at one of the region's largest tea plantations, offers 1-hour guided tours of a tea farm in a safari vehicle. more

Pan African cuisine tours are best experienced in Gauteng, where African epicurean entrepreneurs have come to the province of gold to seek their culinary fortunes. Travellers can take advantage of the presence of such migrants to engage in an edible cross-country adventure while never leaving Johannesburg. more

Modern food lovers, at home and on holiday, are increasingly assessing the ecological and ethical impact of their culinary decisions. Food tourists are ever-more interested in issues of indigenous plant preservation, biodiversity, and sustainability and South African eco-epicurean food tours allow for deliciously principled plates. more

When you’re in Mpumalanga, maybe en route to or from the Kruger National Park, then a stop at Sabie Valley Coffee just outside Hazyview is a must. The Sabie Valley Coffee Tour is fun, interesting and very informative. Taste superlative coffee and finish off with a slice of homemade chocolate cake. more

Mampoer, a white spirit distilled from fermented fruit is the South African equivalent of moonshine. In the Western Cape it’s commonly known as Witblitz (white lightening), while in the northern provinces it’s called Mampoer. Named for an African chief, and first distilled on the back of an ox-wagon, is it any wonder that thirsty travellers on Mampoer tours end up telling tall tales? more

Winemaker interaction tours allow travellers to get up close and personal with the makers of their favourite tipples. From chatting to the children of wine farm workers to sipping and spitting with multi-award-winning winemakers there is a tailor-made tour to suit your palate and interest. more

African Relish is a recreational Karoo cookery school in Prince Albert, a quaint town in the Karoo. Gourmands increasingly visit this region for its restful atmosphere, abundance of locally grown produce, organic and small-scale food artisan producers, local wines, and gorgeous scenery. more

Meet a local fishing family. Assist in the preparation of a delicious 3-course seafood meal in their kitchen. Take a walking tour of the township, hear of its history and learn how to handle local fish. This, and much more, is what to expect of an Ocean View township food tour. more

Set in the mountains of Magoebaskloof, Wegraakbosch Farm makes a delicious range of organic cheeses. Visit this charming farm and take a dairy tour to find out just what it is that makes Wegraakbosch organic cheese so special. End your tour with lunch and a glass of wine overlooking the mountains. more

Kuhestan Organic Farm in the Magoebaskloof offers weekend cooking courses focused on the methods and flavours of Persian cuisine. These cooking courses are a wonderful way to feed mind, body and soul while learning something new in a gorgeous mountain setting. more

Combine kayaking with wine tasting when you take a tour with Walker Bay Adventures in Hermanus. It’s a fun, safe way to mix adventure travel with fine wine and will appeal to both outdoor enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs. No previous experience is required. more