If you’re struggling to choose a gift for Mum this Christmas, our Christmas Gift Guide for Mums should have you covered. Whether she’s an adventurer, a homebody or a foodie, our selection of gifts tick all the boxes.

Mums can be hard to buy for. What do you get the person you brought you into the world, and raised you to be a – hopefully – not terrible person?

Whether you’re working with a tight budget or can afford to splash the cash a little, we think one of the below presents will light up Mum’s face when she finds it under the tree Christmas morning.

Read on for our top picks!

Christmas Gifts for Mum (Updated For 2023)

Snorkel With Seals in Cape Town

For mums who love adventure, Christmas gifts don’t get much more exciting than this Snorkel with Seals Experience in Cape Town.

Mum’s experience begins on arrival at the harbour, where she’ll be introduced to the team, then go over a quick safety briefing and wetsuit fitting to ensure she’s properly kitted out for her aquatic adventure. 

The instructors will also give a short training session using the mask and snorkel, just to make sure she’s confident in the water. Once prepped she’ll board the boat and head out to sea, dropping anchor in a prime seal spotting location! 

Snorkelling is a great activity for Mum if she loves the thought of being amongst the incredible wildlife and sea creatures that live below the water’s surface, without having to complete any diving courses. 

After a couple hours of snorkelling excitement the group will board the boat once more and finish up with hot drinks and snacks. Mum is sure to be talking about this aquatic adventure for years to come!

Floatation Therapy Experience in Johannesburg

For stressed-out mums, this floatation therapy experience could prove to be the ultimate relaxing Christmas gift this year. Providing a profound level of relaxation and mindfulness, floatation therapy is often cited as being equivalent to having a deep sleep. And who doesn’t love sleep, we ask you?!

Mum will begin her peaceful experience by arriving at the spa in Johannesburg, which is appropriately surrounded by a serene flower garden. She’ll then be greeted by the friendly staff, who will put any trepidation she has about her experience at ease. 

They’ll sign her in, and give a brief introduction to the process. Floatation therapy is fast becoming one of the most favoured stress-busting treatments across the globe, offering the mind and body the opportunity to shut off and relax for an hour. 

The deep relaxation felt in this treatment is indescribable; the removal of external sensations of light, sound, touch, gravity and temperature allows the mind to be at total peace, and enter into a deep meditative state. 

Once Mum has been shown to her floatation tank, her therapist will leave her in total privacy while she enters into a deep state of relaxation unlike anything she’s ever felt!

Lindt And Ferrero Chocolate Hamper

If Mum is less into Christmas gifts she can experience and more into Christmas gifts she can eat, a Gourmet Chocolate Hamper from Net Florist should be at the top of your to-gift list.

Containing those most luxurious of chocolates, we think this hamper will make a great accompaniment to Mum’s Christmas evening as she settles down in front of the T.V. with her snack selection. 

If the way to Mum’s good books is through her stomach, this delicious hamper is a no-brainer.

Perfume Making Workshop

Give your mum the perfect Christmas gift with a perfume workshop in Cape Town. Let her explore the art of perfumery during a three-hour session led by an expert guide.

She'll have the chance to sit back and sip Champagne, blend her own fragrance, and she'll even have the chance to take home a concentrated bottle and a scented body cream.

The workshop includes entry to an exclusive perfume museum to make this mumsy Christmas gift that extra bit special. A thoughtful and fragrant gift that promises a memorable Christmas filled with creativity and luxury.

Fat Cat Coasters Set

These cute coasters will be difficult to resist buying for any mums with four-legged friends. 

If she’s a cat person, Mum will love these hand-crocheted fat cat coasters from Etsy. Protecting furniture surfaces from condensation, these adorable lil’ guys come in four different colours: Black, white, grey and beige.

They may be adorable, but these coasters are also mighty. Made from durable acrylic yarn, these cats are sure to last, protecting Mum’s furniture for years to come. A noble calling for a cat, we’re sure you’ll agree. 

A great little stocking filler for Mum this Christmas!

Express Spa Day In Joburg

Is your mum always on her feet and never gets a moment to herself? Give the gift of time with a rejuvenating Spa Day in the heart of Johannesburg! This thoughtful gift is designed to whisk her away from the demands of daily life and provide a blissful escape.

Nestled in the serene surroundings of one of Johannesburg's finest spas in either Fourways or Rosebank, she'll indulge in a day of relaxation and self-care, enjoying a range of luxurious treatments tailored to melt away stress. From a soothing massage to a revitalizing facial, every moment is dedicated to her well-deserved tranquility.

Give the gift of serenity to the superwoman in your life, allowing her to unwind, recharge, and embrace the pampering she truly deserves.

Eco Wine Safari And Tasting

Treat your mom to a delightful day she'll always remember with the Avondale Eco Wine Safari in Paarl—a perfect Christmas gift! Embrace the Avondale ethos of organic and sustainable practices as she starts in the Tasting Gallery with a glass of Methode Cap Classique.

She'll hop aboard the tractor train for a guided tour of the vineyard, discovering revolutionary bio-dynamic wine-making methods. She'll enjoy tastings in the vineyard, explore the gravity flow cellar, and conclude the experience at the Tasting Gallery with stunning mountain views.

It's a unique and renewing Christmas present she'll love, especially if she's a wine enthusiast!

Thanks for reading!

Thanks for reading our gift guide for mums this Christmas. 

We hope you’ve found the perfect gift for Mum. If you’re still looking, you can browse our full range of experience gifts for Christmas here. 

Vouchers are valid for 3 years from the date of purchase, so Mum can book and take her experience at her own convenience. 

Got an idea for a gift, or a question about one of our picks? Please leave a comment; we’d love to hear from you!