Bouchard Finlayson
Hermanus, Western Cape
A vineyard between heaven & earth
Cradled amid the hills of the Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) valley,
Bouchard Finlayson is widely acclaimed as one of South Africa’s leading boutique wine cellars.
With a terroir defined by both ancient soils and a cool maritime climate, the vineyards of Bouchard Finlayson are famous for producing award-winning
Pinot Noir, elegant Chardonnay and terroir-driven Sauvignon Blanc, while inspired blends showcase the depth of skill and innovation in our winemaking team.
The Bouchard Finlayson cellar is conveniently located a scenic 90 minutes’ drive from Cape Town, close to the world-famous whale-watching centre of Hermanus.
Begin your journey to Xigera
The experienced Red Carnation Africa team will work together with your travel advisor to design a journey tailored just for you...
Our luxurious Suites can accommodate two adults sharing, or one adult sharing with one child, while the Xigera Family Suite can accommodate two adults sharing with two adults, or two adults sharing with two children.
At a glance
- Accommodation in a luxurious air-conditioned Suite, offering perfect privacy and expansive Okavango views, with daily laundry service
- Memorable dining, from bush breakfasts and wild picnics to ‘feet in the water’ sundowners
- A choice of elegant lounges, dining and bar spaces for convivial gatherings or quiet reflection, with "anything, any time" dining
- Exceptional cellar stocked with complimentary fine wines and champagnes
- Flexible approach to 4x4 safari drives, offering freedom for guests to curate their own safari experience
- Memorable excursions on unique glass-bottomed mokoros, led by expert local guides with intimate knowledge of the Okavango Delta
- Thrilling motorboats safaris on custom-built game-viewing boat with elevated spotting deck
- Bespoke wilderness experiences, including focused photographic safaris and extended bush walks
- Catch-and-release angling for endemic species (in-season only)
- Sunrise yoga, meditation and mindfulness sessions on the spa deck, or in the privacy of a suite
- Air-conditioned gym with state-of-the-art equipment
- Pool pavilion with panoramic views over the Okavango Delta
Children at Xigera
Children aged 12 and above are warmly welcomed at Xigera Safari Lodge. Please note that the full adult rate is charged.
Given the wilderness location of the lodge, children aged between 12 and 16 years must share a suite with one adult. Children partaking in boating or mokoro excursions must wear life vests at all times.
For safety reasons, regrettably children under 13 years of age may not participate in walking or mokoro excursions.
Plan your stay
Guests will be charged a 30% deposit on reservation, which can be changed to a future credit should the reservation be cancelled due to Covid-19 related illness or restrictions. Other cancellations will be subject to our standard terms and conditions. Our rates are indicative only and subject to seasonality and availability. Should you require more accurate information and the applicable rate to your planned journey, please contact your journey specialist.
