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.

From Cape Town's airport...

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is situated on Victoria Road, four kilometres from the suburb of Camps Bay, Cape Town.

Find us easily with these directions to and from Camps Bay Beach, and Cape Town International Airport.

Our Concierge will happily arrange a private transfer to/from the hotel and Cape Town International Airport. We recommend that airport transfers are requested upon reservation.

Directions from the airport

Complimentary transfers to the Waterfront

Private transfers to the V&A Waterfront transfers can be booked with our concierge. These transfers are complimentary for resident guests.
We offer a schedule of complimentary return transfers from the hotel, via Camps Bay, to the V&A Waterfront. Shuttles run at regular intervals between 8am and 9:30pm daily.

These scheduled transfers depart on the hour from the hotel, and on the half-hour from the V&A Waterfront.
For details on drop-off points and to reserve a seat (recommended), please contact the Concierge.

Enjoy a scenic beachfront

Camps Bay

Camps Bay sits just a ten-minute drive from The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa. Our charming, five-star hotel is ideally located for access to Camps Bay. Camps Bay is well known for its scenic beachfront outlook, with the dramatic silhouette of The Twelve Apostles mountain range providing a striking backdrop to the white sand bay. Cafes, cocktail bars and boutique shops give character to the bustling promenade, and there’s plenty to see and do inside well-known Promenade Mall.

If you’re looking for a lively evening entertainment scene, Camps Bay is an excellent option. Its many clubs, bars and restaurants will keep you occupied until the early hours, should you wish to venture out from the tranquility of The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa. We offer complimentary return transfers from the hotel to the V&A Waterfront via Camps Bay at regular intervals throughout the day between 8am and 9:30pm, daily.

With scenic waterfront views

Hout Bay

Ten minutes in the opposite direction, you’ll find Hout Bay. Hout Bay offers scenic waterfront views surrounded by impressive mountain terrain. The Atlantic Ocean lookout spots dotted around Hout Bay are truly spectacular, and well worth stopping at if you get the chance. Hout Bay’s Bay Harbour Market is the place to be on weekends, with local traders selling souvenirs, regional produce and street food alongside live music.

When conditions are good you can head out on a boat cruise from Hout Bay Harbour to Duiker Island, also known as seal island, where you'll have the chance to observe hundreds of cape fur seals on the rocks. From the boat, you may also see dolphins, sun fish, and whales out at sea. If you’d like more information on the ocean excursions on offer in and around Cape Town, please visit our Outdoor Adventures page or speak directly with our concierge team.

Travel by air

Helicopter transfers

Helicopter transfers offer an unforgettable way to travel. We would be delighted to transfer you by car to the V&A Waterfront, and from there you can take a helicopter tour or flight. Soar across the Cape Town skyline and take in the spectacular sights from the air.