Are you craving golden, unfurling savannahs, spectacular wildlife and muscular mountain landscapes? Ask, and you shall receive; we’ve rounded up the best national parks in South Africa just for you. Whether you’re an avid safari-goer, hiking enthusiast or history lover, there’s something for everyone. Explore Kruger National Park and Golden Gate Highlands National Park from the comfort of a 4x4 as you look out for incredible wildlife or add Royal Natal National Park’s Amphitheatre trail to your hiking bucket list.
3rd February 2025 - South Africa Safari & Wildlife
Considered merely a transit city, Johannesburg has been busy grafting to become one of South Africa’s premium tourist spots. And it succeeded. Now a capital of cool with a plethora of trendy hotels, artsy galleries and haute restaurants to boot, it comes as no surprise that it’s also amassed its fair share of rooftop bars offering fantastic views across the City of Gold. Our list has the skinny on the ones that set the highest bar:
20th November 2023 - South Africa Food & Drink
It’s time to switch up your perception of Christmas – snowmen and hot chocolate are out, sunshine and wildlife are in. Visiting South Africa at Christmas may be a far cry from what you’re used to, but it’s a guaranteed way to break from routine and discover what this vibrant country has to offer during one of its warmest months. South Africa is infused with festive spirit in December (think jolly decorations lining the streets and youngsters eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa) and with its usual offerings of safaris and beaches winter blues will be a thing of the past.
18th October 2023 - South Africa Travel Inspiration
Often described as ‘a world in one country’, South Africa is the continent’s jack of all trades. With landscapes that range from expansive savannahs and pristine beaches to world-class game reserves and colourful cities, there’s a little bit of everything on the southern tip of Africa. But this isn’t to say that the ‘Rainbow Nation’ is master of none – in fact, it does beach breaks, city sojourns and safari stays all exceptionally well.
4th October 2023 - South Africa The Natural World
The scenery of South Africa spans pristine beaches, wild national parks, majestic mountains and so much more. As your plane touches down on South African tarmac, it’s a good idea to free up some space on your phone, ready to fill your camera roll with photo after photo of natural beauty. From the iconic peak of Table Mountain to the gorgeous Garden Route, landscapes in South Africa are easy to fall in love with.
6th September 2023 - South Africa The Natural World
Cape Town is a city that doesn’t do things by halves. Incredible natural beauty, world-famous wines and some seriously cool rooftop bars. From tropical drinks on the terrace at Silo Rooftop Bar to a tipple above the bustling city centre in The Waiting Room, there are plenty of places to drink in the views. Ready to explore new heights? Read on for our roundup of the five best rooftop bars in Cape Town… Sunshine
7th August 2023 - South Africa Food & Drink
Africa’s safari destinations (and the beasties therein) are spectacularly photogenic, but if you’ve ever been subjected to a friend or relatives’ photos of barely discernible animals in the far-off distance, you’ll know that capturing the scene is far from simple. From blurry big cats to thumb-covered lenses, learning the art of picture-perfect photography can seem like a tough task. Especially when you’re met with overly complex technical jargon, that can leave you clueless and reaching for a photography guide for beginner's.
17th November 2022 - South Africa Safari & Wildlife
There’s nothing like a good beach to transport you to the true realm of holiday relaxation, and Cape Town is one of those beautifully balanced destinations that can offer both active pursuits and languid leisure time in equal measure. With coastlines fringed by frothy surf, buzzing city beaches and windswept spots, there’s a slice of sandy paradise for everyone in South Africa. Be prepared for colder water and strong currents on the majority of Cape Town’s beaches, yet their rugged beauty and resident wildlife more than make up for this.
30th August 2022 - South Africa Beaches & Islands
The cape of good grape. Wine snobs love to differentiate between the wines of the old world - namely those of France, Italy, Spain, Germany etc and those of the new (and therefore, by definition, inferior) world. South Africa's finest We suspect spending a day at the beautiful Vergelegen wine estate outside Cape Town might make those same wine snobs reconsider. Not only are the wines - and particularly the flagship Vergelegen 'V' and White Blend respectively - some of South Africa's finest, but the place itself is spectacularly beautiful.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Food & Drink
With diverse scenery, pristine coastlines, unconventional towns and wild landscapes which stretch as far as the eye can see, South Africa's roads are undoubtedly among the most beautiful in the world. Whether in the semi-desert region of the Karoo or traversing the rugged hills of the Wild Coast, adventurous travellers do not need to worry about going off the beaten track, as South Africa's road infrastructure is much better than those of neighbouring countries.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Adventure
Experiencing safari - nature's biggest treasure hunt - is most children's dream. Just an hour's flight from Johannesburg, Esiweni Lodge has all the ingredients for the perfect safari: beautiful savannah landscape, the Big Five and pampered seclusion. This blog follows the experience of one tribe of four heading from London to the plains of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa for a family-friendly safari in South Africa.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Safari & Wildlife
A true chameleon, South Africa has 1,001 faces from the beauty of its coastline to stunning national parks and extraordinary wildlife. Like its extremely varied landscapes, South African beaches offer their own surprising contrasts, ranging from isolated and wild to popular and trendy, but always beautiful. Here are our pick of the best beaches in South Africa. Wilderness Beach Boulders Beach Camps Bay Noordhoek Kraalbaai Beach St.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Beaches & Islands
South Africa has something for absolutely everyone: amazing wildlife, beautiful landscapes, a huge variety of experiences, easy accessibility, and great food and wine. People often see it as a first-time safari destination only, ideal for doing just a few days on safari combined with Cape Town, the Winelands, the Battlefields or the beach. However, South Africa offers so much more than just an entry-level safari experience and is a bona fide safari destination in its own right.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Safari & Wildlife
Everyone wants to see the top sights while in a city as beautiful and diverse as Cape Town, however, if you’re a bit of an adventure seeker it can be fun to try and get a different angle on some of these much loved attractions. So here are our top 5 suggestions of things to do during your holidays to Cape Town if you are more of an adrenaline junkie than a culture vulture… 1 See this Iconic City from the Sky The view from the top of Table Mountain is real take-your-breath-away territory, but if you’ve been there and done that, go one step further with an even more impressive view:
28th June 2021 - South Africa Adventure
If you haven't seen our latest Family Brochure yet, I'd like to think it's the best we've ever produced, and that's including two that won the illustrious Guardian/Observer Best Brochure of the Year award. The reason? We've meticulously laid out the best family travel destinations (some classics, some supercool original ones), as well as the reasons why to visit and - most crucially - what ages the children should be to get the most out of each place.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Family Travel
Cape Cadogan Originally built at the start of the 19th century and 'Victorianised' at the start of the 20th, this stately building in the heart of Cape Town is now home to the stylish Cape Cadogan hotel. For those looking to be in the trendy and well located hub of the City Bowl area, this boutique guest house is ideal, and each of the twelve bedrooms is decorated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique furniture.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Hotels
Hog Hollow Situated 12 miles east of the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, Hog Hollow Country Lodge sits in a private nature reserve on the edge of indigenous forest, with wonderful views of the surrounding valleys and Tsitsikamma Mountains. The 16 individual suites are situated in lush gardens surrounding the main house, and each room is decorated using natural woven fabrics, artefacts from around Africa and local handcrafted woods.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Hotels
South Africa is hands-down one of our favourite destinations. Whether exploring the Cape and the surrounding winelands on your honeymoon or taking your little ones on their first ever safari, the Rainbow Nation has something for everyone. There is always more to be discovered in South Africa, so to help you out we have compiled a list of our five favourite experiences throughout the country... Safari in Sabi Sands Game Reserve Enjoy an exclusive safari experience on the private Sabi Sands Game Reserve,
28th June 2021 - South Africa Travel Inspiration
The third in a series of blogs where we get the inside track on safaris in South Africa from the perspective of the guides on the ground. Ross Couper from Singita safari lodges shares his experiences in South Africa's Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands. What is the weirdest thing you've ever encountered on safari? Working out in the bush, I must admit that we are often spoilt with interactions that never cease to amaze.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Safari & Wildlife
Jembisa Jembisa is a small and stylish bush home in the heart of the beautiful Waterberg that specialises in family safaris. The lodge was built from local stone and thatch to create a sense of harmony with its surroundings. The large, spacious bedrooms are decorated with natural materials and a contemporary take on colonial style. There is a separate children's bunkroom allowing adults privacy and children independence and space to play, and cots are available for the youngest visitors.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Hotels
Bartholomeus Klip A Victorian farmstead on its own 10,000 acre private nature reserve, and at the same time a working wheat and sheep farm, all near to Cape Town and the winelands of the Western Cape. The Edwardian farmhouse has four bedrooms and one suite, and there is also a separate house - with four bedrooms and its own swimming pool - that is ideal for self-catering families or groups of friends.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Hotels
Garonga Garonga is an exclusive 14-bed safari camp in the private Makalali Conservancy, situated west of the Kruger National Park in South Africa's Limpopo Province. The camp offers an intimate wildlife encounter and a relaxed 'home from home' ambience. The spacious tented rooms are situated on a dry riverbed - each with en-suite bathroom and a wooden deck that commands spectacular views. Garonga offers excellent game drives, tracking and wilderness walks, but the emphasis is just as much on relaxation and pampering as it is on game-viewing.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Hotels
Fugitives' Drift David and Nicky Rattray were the great pioneers of Heritage Tourism in South Africa, creating award-winning facilities for visitors to savour the extraordinary saga of the Zulu empire. Fugitives' Drift Lodge in particular is the perfect place to stay for battlefield tours to Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift. Tragically David Rattray passed away in 2007 but his foundation continues as his son Andrew has stepped into his shoes and now leads the battlefield tours himself.
28th June 2021 - South Africa Hotels
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