The Best Father's Day Gift Ideas

Let’s be honest: men are tricky to shop for when it comes to gifts. Whether it’s a birthday, Father’s Day or even Christmas. The classic conundrum always pops up: What do guys actually want? If you've ever found yourself spiralling in the shops or dashing to Woolies two days (or even the day) before Father's Day or doom-scrolling for something decent online, you're not alone. Don’t worry, we've curated a list that won't let you down and can promise they will be dad crowd pleasers all round.

Whether your dad is a cycling fanatic (and part of the lycra crew), a great braai master or foodie, a coffee lover, an outdoor adventurer, or just an all-round guy that just loves a bit of a pamper, we have memorable and unique father’s day gifts from SA’s leading brands and artisans.

You might be looking for a special sometiing for your dad, uncle, grand-dad, a great father figure/mentor, or all of them, these quality driven locally made treasures and unique Father's Day gifts will make your gifting decisions simple to make without compromising on the gift being meaningful and memorable.

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All Types of Dads, Sorted

The Braai Master

You can always find him at the braai or finding any excuse to light up the braai for a family feat-he loves the smell of smoke and the sound of sizzling chops.

Gift ideas:

• A solid spice blend, artisanal rubs, or even a braai caddy.
• A Rogue Ice Cooler - We would say the 'Rogue Carry Cooler' is the one to go with here. Tough, compact, and ready for any adventure. Inspired by a 1940s classic design, this compact, grab ‘n go cooler is built for serious adventures.
• One of our curated Father's Day gift boxes, sets and hampers featuring salty or sweet snacks
  

The Coffee Lover

This dad can tell the difference between a flat white, cuppacino and a cortado from across the room.

The ultimate combo of gifts to make up the perfect gift for coffee lovers:

• Ash Ceramics' flat white or cortado handmade ceramic tumblers, these will be used everyday and you can choose from close on 10 colours and combos
• A bag of rich, full-bodied Cedar Coffee beans or coffee pods.
• A sweet slice of panforte from Mondvol Soet to finish things off.
• Bonus: Our all-in-one Urban Urban Coffee Gift Box from Lulu Local includes a travel tumbler, local snacks, and coffee must-haves. This is a quick and easy 'Add to gift bag' item, a crowd pleaser and best seller on Memo.

The Outdoor Adventurer

You know the dad, always getting the family outside, planning a hike, a good sundowner, or a casual trek that somehow turns into a full expedition.

Gift him:

• Rogue Adventure Organiser - the ultimate outdoor gift. Perfect for anyone who enjoys adventure and the outdoors – from sundowners and camping to road trips, this Adventure Organiser is the ultimate way to stay organised on the go. Lightweight, portable, secure and convenient.
• Speel’s Backgammon Towel. It's genius and one of our most viewed gifts on Memo, coming in three different colour combinations! It's giving the gift of timeless play. Made sustainably from 100% cotton and woven in Cape Town, this one-of-a-kind gift set is perfect for the dad's that like a bit of luxe, quality and craftsmanship. Each set includes carefully handmade wooden counters all wrapped and compact in a embroided canvas bag to pop over your shoulder.

‍The Funny Guy

He’s quick with the dad jokes, gets everyone laughing out loud and loves to tell a good story.

Gift ideas that hit the punchline:

• The Detailsmith large ceramic plates with sayings like "Always be closing." Unexpected, hilarious, and will get him laughing out loud!
• Pair with a tasty treat or gift box from Frank & Olive for good measure

Memorable Father's Day Gift Combos That Work Every Time

Here's where we get practical. We've created some easy and go-to father's day gift combos that work well everytime!

Combo 1: The Coffee Ritual

• Ash Ceramics cortado tumbler
• Cedar Coffee beans
• Mondvol Soet panforte
  

Combo 2: The Braai Session

• Braai spice kit
• A Rogue Ice Cooler or organiser
  

Combo 3: The Office Break

• The Detailsmith "Always be closing" plate
• A notebook from Simply Written
• Small-batch quality chocolate and coffee gift box
  

Want to Keep It Easy?

The 'dad' role and hat can be worn by so many special men in your life and they all deserve to be celebrated, appreciated and made to feel special. Maybe it’s a granddad, a stepdad, a father-in-law, or someone who simply showed up when it mattered. Unique Father's Day gifts are a powerful way to say, "I really appreciate you."

Skip the second-guessing and go straight for a winner. Our Father’s Day gift boxes are designed to be a shortcut to great gifting-no overthinking required.

Each box is beautifully wrapped, and thoughtfully filled with quality items that make sense together. Think of it like a curated surprise that doesn’t feel generic.

Choose from:

• Urban Coffee Gift Box: All the essentials for the coffee-loving dad including a travel tumbler, premium coffee beans, tasty local treats to have with each cup of coffee.
• Savoury Snack Deluxe Gift Box: For those who love savoury snacks, this deluxe gift box delivers bold flavours with a touch of sweetness.
• Ultimate Snack Luxury Gift Box: The ultimate snack hamper for sweet and savoury lovers! This premium gift box is packed with the perfect mix of crunchy, chewy, and chocolatey goodness.
• A Chocolate Affair Gift Box: For the chocolate lovers filled with all different types of chocolate goodies (not just a slab that will be gone inaflash)

These gift boxes and hampers still let you add that personal touch-a hanwriiten note tto make sure it feels special. Packed with themed items, treats, and handpicked goodies, they come wrapped beautifully and ready to go.

Why Shop With Memo?

We get it. Gift-giving can be overwhelming and stressful. Memo is built for people who want the good stuff without spending 3 hours scrolling through generic options. We do the heavy lifting of finding the best gifts from SA's best brands and artisans so that it's all ready to go and you can literally find, personalise and send a gift in 2 mins flat!

Our gift philosophy?

• Thoughtful over flashy
• Local quality or mass-produced
• Easy over complicated

You can browse by vibe, occasion, personality, or even by interest. Need a last-minute win? Sedn your gift as en eGift so they can receive your note and virtually unwrap your gift right from their inbox-send it now or schedule for a specific date.

And for those who like to plan early, we've got Father’s Day Gift reminders, curated collections, and one-click wrapping options.

Final Thoughts (a.k.a. get moving😉)

Father’s Day isn’t about the most expensive gift. It’s about finding the thing that says, "I appreciate you" And whether that’s a Rogue Cooler Box, a quirky plate from The Detailsmith, a carefully chosen blend of coffee from Cedar Coffee, or a deluxe all-in-one gift box with tasty treats and goodies, it should feel like you gave it some thought.

So go ahead. Pick something that makes him smile, laugh, or sigh in that rare, sweet dad way. And if you’re still stuck, get in touch with us, we're here to help.

Browse the fall Father's Day Gift Guide here-enjoy!