Back in the heart of the country, Johannesburg is not to be overlooked with incredibly good shopping and local attractions to explore including the Sandton area, the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill and the hip Maboneng Precinct, a wonderful example of urban regeneration in a pocket of downtown Johannesburg. Spend some time in Soweto, a sprawling…
Sun City – a fantasy world that rises out of the African landscape. Comprising of five-star hotels, world-class golf courses, water sports, a man-made ocean, entertainment centre and amazing shows, this is an escape to worldly pleasures that retains a close bond with its surroundings. Offering accommodation to suit all budgets as well as the…
Nowhere else in the world will you find such a unique fusion of raw natural beauty, modern sophistication, cultural diversity, and pulsating energy – all in the most breathtaking natural setting of KwaZulu Natal. Throw in the wildlife – the Big Five and rare marine species – the historic intrigue of the Battlefields, fabulous hiking…
Reunion Island volcano, Piton de la Fournaise (Peak of the Furnace), one of the world’s most active volcanos, has erupted for a second time. Piton de la Fournaise is classified as a shield volcano because of its low profile and multiple lava flows when it erupts. The eruption began on 11 September 2016 in an…
Africa conjures up images of lion, elephant, and rhino, rightly so as this is their natural home. No trip to South Africa is complete without a safari. As the oldest established wildlife park, dating back to 1898, The Kruger National Park is the place for this. Where nearly 2 million hectares of unrivaled diversity of…
The Garden Route is a popular and scenic stretch of the south-eastern coast of South Africa. It stretches from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape to the Storms River which is crossed along the N2 coastal highway over the Paul Sauer Bridge in the extreme western reach of the neighbouring Eastern Cape. The name comes…
Cape Town is the sweetheart of South African destinations and a place that demands a lingering look at her cosmopolitan mix of local culture, diverse offerings, magnificent beaches, and the beautiful Winelands. Iconically marked by Table Mountain, as well as Robben Island where Nelson Mandela spent 19 years of his incarceration. Go up Table Mountain…
In a land of plenty such as South Africa, where endless landscapes, white beaches, mountain peaks and abundant game reserves await discovery, you’d be forgiven for being rather oblivious to the practical sides of your travel arrangements as excitement runs away with you. To ensure a balance is kept and your trip is neither compromised…
The bustling coastal town of Hermanus is well-known as a popular holiday destination in South Africa and it comes as no surprise as to why. The thriving “Overberg city” situated on the cliffs of Walker Bay not only provides for all your lifestyle needs but also offers natural splendour in the form of scenic views…
It is important to prepare yourself before your Gorilla Trekking adventure. Herewith some top tips to assist with your final preparations. Gorilla trekking protocol Wash your hands before setting out Do not eat or drink when near the gorillas Try to stay at least seven metres from the gorillas; retreat if they approach. Don’t ever…