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.

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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

A magnificent lagoon inland, with an impressive strait towards the Indian Ocean.

Knysna

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Sadly famous amongst French football fans for being the location of their national team's revolt but perhaps little known to those from the UK, Knysna is a magical place when you walk around it. On one side, you have the lagoon with some marshes and peaceful waters which make the birds who come to rest there happy. On the other side, from the top of the cliffs, you have an uninterrupted view of the Indian Ocean. The pass to enter the lagoon is renowned for being one of the most dangerous in the world. Even if I haven't experienced it, the magnificent view that you can have over the lagoon from the top of the cliffs which surround it does not really invite you to go there by boat. However, the small creeks which stretch out from our feet at the base of the cliffs make you really want to go down to explore. It even seems that there is the possibility to visit some of the caves which are hollowed into the cliffs. Despite the influx of tourists, it's a very calm and quite well preserved place. The perfect place to spend some relaxing family days, in one of the most beautiful spots of the Garden Route.

Knysna completely charmed me. I got a bit of fresh air during walks in the vast forest that surrounds the town. The atmosphere is conducive to relaxing and observing nature.
To the south-east of the town, there is an incredible view that is worth devoting half a day to. The waves of the Indian Ocean crash against the rocks furiously and randomly. The view from the viewpoint captured my attention for around ten minutes and then I descended towards the beach wedged between the rocks. I tried to go for a swim, but the current is definitely too strong. I advise against it.
The area surrounding the residential district that borders the lagoon is perfect for a swim. The water is warm, which is quite rare in this region of <a href="/south-africa/">South Africa</a>. At the end of the day, I lounged on one of the many restaurant terraces just beside the harbour. It's decided: I will return!

A must-see stopping place on the Garden Route, Knysna is a peaceful green sanctuary bordered by lagoons that are protected from the ocean by impressive cliffs.

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