Dining with a View: The Most Scenic Tables | Avula Safaris
There are braais—and then there are braais on top of a mountain, where the fire crackles against a sky that stretches forever, and the bushveld rolls out below you in endless waves of green and gold. At Avula Safaris, we believe food tastes different when paired with Africa’s wild beauty. And few dining experiences rival a mountaintop braai in the heart of the bush.
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The Ascent
It begins with the climb. The game vehicle winds its way up rocky tracks, through valleys and across ridges. Each turn reveals more of the landscape—the vast Eastern Cape plains, herds moving like shadows in the distance, and the sun dipping lower toward the horizon. By the time you reach the summit, anticipation has already built. This isn’t just dinner. It’s a journey.
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The Table With No Walls
At the top, there is no restaurant, no ceiling, no walls. Just the raw beauty of Africa and a fire pit waiting to be lit. Camp chairs are arranged in a circle, lanterns flicker in the gathering dusk, and the fire roars to life. The world becomes your dining room, with a panoramic view that makes every bite unforgettable.
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The Braai Itself
The menu celebrates simplicity and flavor, cooked as it has been for generations—over open flame.
On the grill:
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Boerewors sizzling in its coil
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Tender kudu steaks kissed by smoke
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Warthog ribs marinated in spices
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Grilled vegetables and garlic bread
Sides of pap and chakalaka balance the richness, while a chilled Chenin Blanc or bold Pinotage reminds you that South Africa’s wines are as much a part of the experience as the meat itself.
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The Sounds of the Bush
As you eat, the mountain itself joins the feast. Jackals call in the valleys. A fish eagle cries over a distant river. The fire pops, sparks leaping into a sky now painted with stars. Each sound is a reminder: you’re not just dining in nature—you’re dining with it.
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Stories by Firelight
After the plates are cleared, the fire becomes the centerpiece. Hunters share tales of the day’s stalk, guests laugh over a glass of Amarula, and silence falls at moments when the wild seems to speak louder than words. These are the nights that turn strangers into friends and meals into memories.
Dining Elevated
A mountaintop braai isn’t just about the food—it’s about the place, the people, and the perspective. It’s about feeling the vastness of Africa beneath you as you taste its flavors. It’s about sitting at one of the most scenic tables in the world, lit by fire and stars.
At Avula Safaris, we don’t just offer meals. We offer experiences that linger long after the fire burns low.
