Sprawling for approximately 2500 hectares, the Grootbos Nature Reserve is the ideal place to explore if you’re looking to escape the bustling city life in search of peace and quiet. Blessed with rolling hills, towering mountains and lush valleys, here are 10 reasons why you should visit the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve.
The continent of Africa really has captured the imagination of explorers for centuries and in turn this has given the world a wealth of literature to devour on the subject. From extensive guide books to harrowing tales of tragedy, romance, fortune and misfortune. Africa really is a place of stark contrast and majestic beauty. Here are 5 books to inspire an African adventure. Gorillas in…
There’s something magical that happens every time you stand still to watch a sunset. The world, for those few seconds seems to stand still. As you watch the big sky come alight with bright and brilliant colour, although only lasting only but a moment before the darkness sets in - you are filled with hope that a new day will come as a reminder of how beautiful it is to be alive. However,…
Check out this latest SA Tourism advert & you will find yourself falling in love with South Africa all over again. It truly makes you view South Africa in a whole different light, whether you are travelling to the country for the first time or live here. As you can see, South Africa is a country boasting gorgeous scenery, wide open spaces, vibrant cities, quirky villages and there…
Steven’s South African Safari Route Map I had the pleasure of chatting to Steven, an Australian who spent 17 days in South Africa. Steven travelled with his partner Callum. The pair were invited along by Callum’s parents, Jeff and Karen. The trip was a family gathering to celebrate the 60th birthday of Callums father, Jeff. Together, the four of them explored South Africa’s largest…
Said to be one of the best countries for bird watching in the world, South Africa is home to a flock of great birding spots where about 900 species of birds are waiting for your binoculars to rest on their breast. #1 Cape Town Above: African Penguins by Nicolas Raymond Among all the historic landmarks and cultural buzz flit a variety of native bird species which include the Cape…
Home to some of the world’s most famous mountains, South Africa is where we will find a fantastic combination of overnight camping treks, game lodge weekend walks, week long adventures as well as half day and full day hikes. Trails vary in distance, time and location, some are more challenging than others. Many of the half day and full day hiking trails on the map are practically perfect…