September in Bloom: Wildflower Season is Here

Wildflowers are true gifts of nature. They feed bees, birds, wasps and butterflies; enrich the soil; and gift us with incomparable beauty without any maintenance. Spring is officially here, and wildflower wonderland beckons in Cape Town and other places around Africa.

Newmark Hotels & Reserves suggests some sublime viewing spots and places to stay during the year’s most exciting floral showcase.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Since 1913, the world-renowned Kirstenbosch Gardens has preserved South Africa’s unique flora. In the spring, it is in full wildflower bloom. The 36-hectare garden on the slopes of Table Mountain offers proteas, daisies and fynbos to see in abundance.

 There are also special discounts for pensioners, children and South African citizens. From September to March, the garden is open from 7 am to 8 pm.

Cape Point Tour
Kirstenbosch Gardens is just one of the stops on the Cape Point Tour by Marvel Tours in partnership with Newmark Hotels & Reserves. Guests can expect to see over 1000 plant species, birds, penguins and more, with the tour taking a scenic route along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing Sea Point, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Simon’s Town and Boulders' Beach.

West Coast National Park
September is prime flower viewing time at West Coast National Park, where floral enthusiasts can relish in the fields of daisies, sporries and magriets. The park is ideal for walking, gentle drives or even cycling, but be prepared to encounter tortoises, a grazing buck or zebra in addition to the beautiful wildflowers.

Where to Stay

Future Found Sanctuary
When fulfilling your floral fantasy this spring, luxury accommodation in a scenic environment is befitting. Fill your cup and indulge in the comforts of wellness at Future Found Sanctuary. This 5-star regenerative retreat by the Newmark brand offers private, tranquil accommodation where you can contemplate the wildflower wonderland adventures and feel immersed in a natural, curated setting hugged by Table Mountain.

The Winchester Hotel
If you plan to take the Cape Point Tour, The Winchester Hotel presents a quintessential Sea Point accommodation with its own floral beauty accentuating the hotel's bougainvillaea courtyard and gardens. Experience premium hospitality, contemporary dining and a central location.

Book your front-row seat to the planet's most spectacular floral displays of the year with Newmark Hotels & Reserves. Visit one of our wildflower destinations and make this spring unforgettable.