Cape Town is the vibrant heart of the South African coastline, a world-renowned metropolis brimming with unforgettable experiences. From breathtaking trails filled with unique wildlife and flora to colorful architecture and an exciting food scene, this city truly has it all. Planning a visit? This guide to Cape Town covers […]
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Stone Aged cave dwellings, proteas galore, and the best land based whale watching in the world makes this stretch of South African coastline an exciting one to explore. Less than an hour between these attractions, or two and a half hours of drive will bring you all the way to […]
From the official start of the Gardens Route in Mossel Bay to an added bonus of this customized itinerary Cape Agulhas takes three hours of driving. Both of the hikes on this day are filled with history and outstanding ocean views. +The St. Blaize Hiking Trail is 8 miles long […]
From Knysna to Wildnerness it will take around 1½ hours of driving, but there is so much to see in between on these diverse hiking trails and view points! Nearby is the city of George which is the largest in the area. +The Knysna Heads refer to two scenic cliffs […]
The drive from Natures Valley to Plettenberg Bay doesn’t take more than an hour – but it’s filled with diverse hiking trails and gorgeous beaches. Spending the night in Plett, as locals lovingly refer to the town, means there are many options for restaurants, shops, and accommodations as it is […]
If you only have time for one stop on the Gardens Route, make it Storms River Mouth. Filled with dramatic landscapes, this ‘place of much water’ is where the Storms River pours into the Indian Ocean located within the Tsitsikamma parcel of Gardens Route National Park. Find a myriad of […]
When I discovered the idea of the Gardens Route in South Africa it was a bit of a mystery to uncover. What I did know is that there was a road trip filled with glorious natural sights, obviously I was intrigued and what transpired was pure magic. If you’re feeling […]
For a nature lover, safari is always the answer. On a South African safari there are many options to choose from, Kruger is the most popular choice, but Addo Elephant National Park may be right for you specifically for two reasons: Addo is not located within a malaria zone Situated […]
The Panorama Route is the perfect detour for your drive between Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, creating a memorable South African roadtrip instead of a tedious haul. Sublime views of unique landscapes and so many massive waterfalls make this a really great adventure. You could get the essence of the […]
Safari is the trip of a lifetime for a nature lover, and South Africa’s Kruger National Park was everything I could dream of and more. Driving around is surreal, you feel like you’re in a nature documentary watching lions chase hyenas and hippos battling. It is almost unfathomable that the […]