This May, Samara invites you to Wine in the Wilderness – two exclusive weekends combining heritage and sustainability; fine wine and the art of safari.
Taking place over the two weekends of the renowned Graaff-Reinet Stoep Tasting festival in partnership with Creation Wines and Simonsig Family Vineyards, this immersive series brings together the culture of two multi-generational wine estates with Samara's own family-run conservation journey in the Great Karoo. Each partner shares a common ethos – of land stewardship, commitment to excellence, and responsibility to future generations.
The 3-night journeys have been curated as all-inclusive experiences encompassing a wine-pairing dinner and hosted tasting, daily game drives and wilderness walks, fireside conservation storytelling and a day’s excursion to Graaff-Reinet’s Stoep Tasting Festival.
Choose your journey
16-19 May 2025: A Taste of Adventure with Creation Wines
From the cool-climate slopes of the Hemel-en-Aarde valley, Creation Wines will bring curiosity, creativity and innovation to the Great Karoo.
Hosted by Glenn Martin, fourth-generation winemaker, this weekend’s wine-pairing experience will blend wine with sensory exploration and shared philosophy – rooted in Creation’s commitment to a deep respect for land.
Expect a creative alchemy of food and wine, unforgettable cheetah tracking on foot and fireside storytelling on wine, family, and sustainability.
23-26 May 2025: Heritage in Harmony with Simonsig Family Vineyards
Founded in 1968 by Frans Malan, Simonsig Family Vineyards is a cornerstone of South African wine. Today, third-generation Michael Malan leads the cellar with a deep respect for tradition and commitment to ethical, sustainable winemaking.
Hosted by Michael, this weekend’s wine-pairing will explore the balance between time-honoured practices and a future-focused philosophy – a natural synergy with Samara’s long-term rewilding journey.
Expect long-table dining under Karoo skies, exceptional daily game viewing, and an exploration of the diverse terroir of the Stellenbosch region.
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