In this article, you'll find a basic guide to Cape Town, one of the world's most beautiful cities, and the kinds of things there are to see and discover there.

Cape Town, a wonderful city surrounded by ocean

In this article you will find all the reasons why you should go and have a unique experience in Hermanus.

Hermanus, whales from the beach

The Cape of Good Hope is a myth across the world. In this article you will find advice to help you make the most of your journey there.

Cape of Good Hope: an edge of the world

The Kruger National Park in one of the best known game reserves in the world, where you'll see a host of wild animals. Among them, you'll be able to spot the Big 5.

The Kruger, in search of the Big 5

Located at about&nbsp;six hours from Johannesburg by road (it's also possible to get there by plane), Kruger is THE national park to visit in South Africa.

Africa

Bathed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean, South Africa is a mosaic of hilly landscapes and stunning countryside. The mix of the different cultures of the Cape and Johannesburg makes these cities choice destinations for gourmets eager to taste Afrikaner cuisine. South Africa is the country of diversity. You will visit Robben Island, the island upon which Nelson Mandela was shut away for 18 years during Apartheid, and at the same time you will discover a country deeply marked by its history. You will stroll over the dunes of Arniston, will be amazed by the ostrich farms on the mountainous tracks of little Karoo and will end your excursion in the crystal clear waters of the rapids of the Tsitsikamma national park. The country also has a reputation for the quality of its wine. A walk in the bucolic region of Boland will enable you to sample the country's best wines directly at the producers. Finally, what would a trip to South Africa be without a safari to the heart of the most beautiful of wild animal reserves? You are bound to be charmed by the elephants, rhinos and tigers that populate the Kruger region.

South Africa

Kruger National Park

Located around 200 km from Nelspruit, Balule is a private nature reserve that has the advantage of being directly adjoined to Kruger National Park.

Balule

Ohrightad

This little village is situated at the entrance to theBlyde River Canyon in the Great Escarpment, in the northeast of the country. 

Graskop

This beach is located in KwaZulu Natal in the region of Durban, near to the parkland of  Isimangaliso Wetland Park. 

Thonga Beach

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I loved Thonga Beach, firstly because to spend time there you have to stay in the only luxury lodge which gives access to it, so it is quite exclusive. The area is beautiful, has a wild beach, and is famous for its population of over 500 birds that will delight "twitchers" and casual birdwatchers alike. In the warm waters of the Indian Ocean dolphins, manta rays, giant turtles and whale sharks can be found close to the beach. The bay is home to nearly 1,250 species of marine animals, almost as much as the Great Barrier Reef which accounts for 1,500! Consequently, the main activity here is diving and snorkelling in order to observe all these underwater species.
For my part, I went snorkeling because I do not know how to dive. I loved the little boat trip I took in search of dolphins. I managed to swim closely with them and also go within some seven metres of a totally harmless whale shark. Finally, although I was not there at the right season, which runs from October to March, I should mention that turtles come to lay eggs on the beach at night in their hundreds. Guides are there to accompany tourists who want to witness this amazing natural wonder. A superb and easily recommendable place.

This beach is located in KwaZulu Natal in the region of <a href="/south-africa/">Durban</a>, near to the parkland of <a href="/south-africa/">Isimangaliso Wetland Park</a>.

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