Makanga
Whether you are coming from down the road or from Windhoek, here is everything you need to get to Franschhoek, stay comfortably and get home safely.
Where to stay
Six whitewashed cottages on the estate itself, a short walk through the vines from the ceremony lawn. Wake up to mountain views and stroll to the farewell brunch in your slippers.
Wedding guest rate
15% off for wedding guests
Classic, generous rooms in the heart of the village, with a pool and a very good breakfast. Our shuttle collects from the front door.
Wedding guest rate
Complimentary breakfast for wedding guests
A family-run guesthouse with eight bright rooms, a garden full of proteas and hosts who know every hidden spot in the valley.
Riverside chalets in a quiet setting just outside the village — perfect for families and anyone staying the whole weekend.
Wedding guest rate
10% off for stays of two nights or more
Getting here
Nearest airport
The nearest international airport, 75 km (about 1 hour 10 minutes) from the estate. It has direct flights from Johannesburg, Durban, Windhoek, Walvis Bay and many European and Middle Eastern cities.
March is peak season in the Cape, so we recommend booking flights as early as you can.
Nearest airport
Several airlines fly daily between Hosea Kutako International (WDH) in Windhoek and Cape Town — the flight is just under two hours. Remember your passport, and check that it is valid for at least 30 days beyond your stay.
Driving directions
Take the N1 towards Paarl, then follow the R45 to Franschhoek. Two kilometres before the village, turn left onto Excelsior Road at the stone gateposts. Allow 75 minutes, and a little longer on Friday afternoons.
From Stellenbosch, the R310 over Helshoogte Pass is one of the most beautiful drives in the country — take it slowly.
Getting around
The village itself is walkable, with excellent restaurants along Huguenot Road. Ride-hailing apps work, but cars can be scarce late at night — please use our wedding shuttles after the reception.
Car rental
All the major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals hall at Cape Town International. If you want to explore the winelands while you're here, a car is by far the easiest way. Please don't drink and drive — our shuttles are there for the wedding itself.
Airport shuttle
Prefer not to drive? Private transfers from the airport to Franschhoek take about 75 minutes. Our families are using a small local operator — let us know your flight details in your RSVP message and we'll happily connect you.
Arrival information
Please arrive between 15:15 and 15:45. Parking marshals will meet you at the bottom of the oak avenue, and our ushers will walk you to the Oak Garden. The ceremony starts at 16:00 sharp — the bride has promised.
Wedding transport
Shuttles are free for our guests. Let us know in your RSVP how many seats you need.
Request seatsCollects from the Huguenot Grand Hotel, Fynbos Guesthouse and Berg River Lodge.
Berg River Lodge → Fynbos Guesthouse → Huguenot Grand
Leaves from the Huguenot Monument car park and returns to the same stop.
Huguenot Monument car park, Franschhoek
For anyone who would like to head home before the end of the party.
Barrel Hall entrance