Singita Game Reserves is offering a rare opportunity to gourmands to experience the magic of the African bush in the company of award-winning Chef and Restaurateur Bruce Robertson. Newly introduced, these delightful Gourmet Safaris are exclusive to Singita Sweni Lodge with its secluded riverside setting along the far eastern reaches of the Kruger National Park - regarded as the most romantic of Singita Game Reserves’ nine iconic lodges in Southern and East Africa.

Uniquely African, this gastronomic bush break offers high-end travelers and food lovers the perfect opportunity to combine a private, world-class bush experience for up to 12 people with an epicurean safari adventure of note, hosted by one of South Africa’s favourite chefs. During the 4-night Gourmet Safari experience guests will enjoy a range of exciting food adventures in a relaxed atmosphere, while stimulating conversation in the company of this flamboyant ‘foodie personality’ will be the order of the day. Itineraries include delicious daytime excursions such as ‘Bubbly’ Tastings, a ‘Walking with Lions & Herbs’ Picnic Breakfast, and fun-filled Cooking Demonstrations, while evening activities will include Boma Drumming and a mouth-watering ‘Sosaties and Stars’ Bush Dinner.

Gourmet fine dining will be complemented with pairings of superb wines from Singita’s extensive wine cellar, which boasts a premium selection of wines that includes some of South Africa’s most sought-after private reserves and limited release wines. Best of all, the group will enjoy complete run of the lodge, with its comfortable lounge and dining area boasting views of the river and surrounding bush, while a bar and wine cellar will be at their complete disposal. After a delectable bout of fine dining or a Game Drive through the reserve, the sparkling swimming pool will offer welcome respite from the African heat.

Robertson, a former Head Chef at Singita Boulders Lodge, is the founder and erstwhile Chef-Patron of Cape Town’s acclaimed restaurant ‘The Showroom’, in its time regarded as the benchmark for sophisticated dining in South Africa. He is fondly referred to as ‘the afro-gastronaut’, both for his vibrant personal style and his penchant for pushing the boundaries of conventional food preparation.

Gourmet Safaris are booked on an exclusive use basis from R90 141 per night (6 luxury suites accommodating up to 12 guests on an all-inclusive basis) for a minimum stay of 4 nights, including all meals, beverages and activities, as well as road transfers from the nearby Satara airstrip to the lodge. (Rate valid until 31 December 2010, and thereafter R97 731 for 2011).

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