South Africa Tourism

Upgrade of Marine Drive will increase accessibility to the KZN South Coast...

Uncover some of the best school tour attractions on the KZN South Coast...

No more than an hour's drive from Cape Town’s city centre, Elgin is a world apart – a picturesque gem known for its fruit far

Uncover ocean adventure on the KZN South Coast as the Sardine Run action continues!...

Beyond the thrill of the games, the Netball World Cup 2023 will leave an enduring impact on Cape Town's tourism and economy...

Durban is currently experiencing an extraordinary sardine season that is sending waves of excitement through the city....

Highlighting the growth of tourism in South Africa, Minister de Lille mentioned that the country...

In August and September, the wildflower displays on the Cape West Coast and the in the Northern Cape are considered to be among ..

Close to Clanwilliam is the beautiful Biedouw Valley. Not only is the floral display amazing, but one can continue to Wuppertal ..

From your first step inside this wonderland, you are surrounded by incredible hand-made crafts of everything you can imagine...

The coastal retreat of Rocky Bay Resorts is the ideal leisure and teambuilding destination...

Crocworld welcomes Elliot the Emu to the family...

L'Agulhas is the most southern coastal village and holiday resort in South Africa...

the Agulhas Country Lodge, The Lodge, with its elevated position, has spectacular sea views from nearly every vantage point...

School Terms Calendar and Public Holidays for 2023...

The Bloupunt hiking trail is a circular day hike of 5 to 9 hours and starts with a 1km straight up section.

Bush and Beach Locations in South Africa which is a must to visit...

If you have a South African passport and you’re planning a trip to the UK, do not buy your ticket until you have your visa...

A recent article showcased in the Steam Railway Magazine on Sandstone as a premier destination for Rail Tourism...

Following a qualified audit on its 2020/2021 performance, the South African Tourism Board has begun the process of consequence...

Industry association, SATSA is today (September 30) calling on the UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, to take immediate steps...

The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has introduced a private cable car service...

The 2021 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show and Old Mutual Trophy Spirits Show will be judged at the end of May and the first week...

Unwind, shop, relax and enjoy the outdoors at Lifestyle Home Garden Centre in Randpark Ridge. If you have never been, then...

International travel to and from South Africa is allowed subject to health and safety protocols...

Instead of rushing through Limpopo on your journey to the bushveld, slow down, have a good look around the Blyde River Canyon...

Makutsi Safari Springs is a private Big 5 game reserve featuring natural mineral spring pools and a relaxed safari experienc

Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre near Hoedsruit conducts daily tours. Get up close to wildlife and their delightful young

The Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve in the Limopopo Wolkberg offers hiking, birding,4x4 and guided walks through mountain paradise

The 13000ha Kapama Private Game Reserve features four luxury lodge options and the Big 5 at the foot of the Limpopo Drakensberg

The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre breeds and rehabilitates a variety of animal species with a concentration on cheetahs

The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve covers 60 000ha on each side of the Klaserie River in Mpumalanga - accessed from Hoedspruit

The Makalali Game Reserve near Hoedspruit and Kruger Park is one of Africa's largest privately owned reserves, featuring the Big 5

The winter rains transform Namaqua National Park into shades of pinks, yellows, oranges and just about any colour imaginable ...

The Talamati Bushveld Camp is rated as the Kruger Park's best bush camp and wins awards annually...

The Orpen Complex in the central section of the Kruger National Park is home to three very attractive and popular rest camps.

Satara Rest Camp in the central section of the Kruger National Park is one of the most game-rich areas in the entire park...

The Department of Tourism has published a new draft recovery plan, outlining the country’s response to the coronavirus pandemic...

Madikwe: big skies, wide open plains the meeting of Bushveld and Kalahari and all the mercurial diversity this entails...

In 2002 the Greater Limpopo Transfrontier Park was founded and the process of dropping the fence between the Mozambique and...

A series of webinars has been created in order to engage with the Tourism Industry on solutions, scenarios, and a way forward...

Step by step information covering why lockdown is necessary to stop the COVID-19 disease...

This year Oudtshoorn celebrates its 16th Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees. But should you tire of the buzz...

Right in the heart of the Garden Route, just outside the picturesque town of Plett lies one of the most unique interactive ..

Self Drive Route 4 is a scenic route through quaint country towns from Johannesburg to the Garden Route via Golden Gate and Addo..

The beautiful Marakele National Park in the Waterberg, Limpopo, has the Big 5 and the largest colony of Cape Vulture in the world

If you're looking for a weekend getaway where you can take the family on a scenic (yet challenging) drive, or an adrenaline boost

Mabote has four well-designed and marked trails that traverse sand, water, mud and rocks, and vary in difficulty. You could ...

The best part of the Grootwater 4x4 experience is the challenging rock driving - and the rocks and stones along the trails

Koro Creek Golf Course is part of the Koro Creek Bushveld Golf Estate situated near Modimolle (Nylstroom), Limpopo ...

Rust de Winter 4x4 Bundu trail includes steep climbs up mountain passes, rocky descents, rock slabs and a narrow passage through

Elements Golf Course is rated one of the top ten courses in South Africa. Located in the malaria free Waterberg area ...

The vineyards, orchards and olive groves of Route 60/62 from Worcester to Oudtshoorn promise a bounty at pit stops along the ...

This Klein Karoo day trip from Oudtshoorn is 182km, through a most amazing variety of landscapes and quaint rural villages.

The Kleinplasie Open Air Museum is a living museum that lets you experience the life of the early farming communities from 1690 ..

If you would like to visit a pristine wilderness area that offers extraordinary rock formations, a multitude of hiking trails ...

On a clear day you'll have magnificent views over the vast Karoo and the mountains and valleys of the Cederberg ...

The Robertson Wine Route meanders its way through a beautiful valley between the Langeberg and the Riviersonderend Mountains ...

A 6 km deserted stretch of pristine beach beckons a gallop on the 2 hour beach and dune bush horse rides at Papiesfontein

Sand boarding is a popular activity on the dunes in and around Jeffreys Bay, when there are no waves or for land lovers

Northern Farm Nature Reserve, bordering Lanseria and Diepsloot, has long been a mainstay of Gauteng mountain biking - at least...

The SAB World of Beer in Newtown, Johannesburg, has twice been named the number one tourist attraction in South Africa. See why ..

The success of Von Geusau Chocolates in Greyton must inspire many who are doing a job that they do not enjoy. When Richard von ...

The Vrolikheid Nature Reserve lies in the Breede River valley, about 15km south of Robertson on the McGregor road. Rugged beauty

If you are in Greyton or McGregor in the Western Cape, you can do one of the extremely popular Boesmanskloof Greyton to McGregor

Jason’s Hill Private Cellar is situated in the Breede River Valley at the foot of the Slanghoek Mountains. The Mediterranean ...

Bergsig Wine Estate is situated where thew Drakenstein and Hex River Mountains meet in the Breede River Valley ...

The Royal Natal National Park in the Drakensberg is the hiking and walking mecca of South Africa...

The historical Self Drive Route 62 is one of SA's favourite tourism routes.

Learn to surf in South Africa's best and most famous surf 'spot' - Jeffrey's Bay on the Sunshine Coast of the Eastern Cape

This day trip will not disappoint. Valleys of vineyards, karoo vegetation, historic towns and incredible scenery off the beaten ..

If you enjoy gliding, then the Cape Gliding Club in Worcester is the only glider flying airfield in the Cape. This non-profit ...

The Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden is Africa’s only true succulent or vygie garden: Found near Worcestor, expect to see ..

Goose Valley Golf Course is situated 2Km from Plettenberg Bay in the heart of the Garden Route ...

Hermanus Golf Course, located only 120 Km from Cape Town, is a perfect golfing venue ...

Hermanus is best known for its spectacular land-based whale-watching but there is actually much more to this area ...

Plettenberg Bay Country Club Golf Course is located in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the world renowned ...

Newton Johnson Wine Estate is situated about an hour and a half from Cape Town in the wine growing Hemel-en-Aarde Valley ...

Bouchard and Finlayson is a boutique winery situated in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) valley ...

Zebula Golf Course is situated in pristine, malaria free African bushveld, just outside Bela Bela in Limpopo Province ...

The Loskop Dam in the Loskop Dam Nature Reserve is the largest dam in the Southern Hemisphere...

The Breedkloof Wine Route takes in the entire Breede River Valley including the towns of Worcester, Rawsonville, the Slanghoek ...

You can hardly miss the Affie Plaas Farm Stall, just west of Robertson, with the wonderful straw bale figures as signs.

The Klipdrift Brandy Distillery in Robertson is a must do for any brandy lover. Hospitality is the name of the game, whether you a

Sheilam Cactus Garden can certainly be proud of their vast variety of cacti, succulents and cycads. The farm has been recognized

Planning a trip to Knysna? Here's everything you need to know about cycling in Knysna and the Garden Route ...

Pezula Championship Golf Course is located on the beautiful Garden Route, in the picturesque town of Knysna – voted the friend ...

The Simola Golf Course is set amidst spectacular scenery and affords top class views from every hole either across the Knysna ...

Arabella Golf Course is situated in the Western Cape, close to Hermanus. Voted among the top 5 golf courses in South Africa ...

The Uitkyk Hiking Trail offers amazing views over Hartbeespoort Dam in a beautiful protected environment close to Jhb and Pretoria

Discover an alternative Addo with a trio of treats. One night quaint-on-a-budget, one-night comfy-does-it, and one-night break...

There can be no better place in South Africa to park a caravan than at the Storms River Mouth campsite, in the Tsitsikamma ...

Creation Wine Estates is situated in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven-and-Earth) Valley near Hermanus in the Western Cape ...

The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho can also be known as the Mountain Bike Kingdom not just because of CrankChaos – a mountain...

Open to day visitors, the Witbank Nature Reserve preserves a threatened Highveld ecosystem and several animal and bird species

Go skydiving in the clear blue skies of the Mpumalanga Highveld with the Witbank Skydiving Club, less than an hour from Pretoria

An African wildlife safari is surely on most travel bucket lists for 2015. To get round to ticking this one off, you don’t need...

Our Self Drive route gives you the best of whale watching in South Africa.

The rugged coastline of the Dolphin Trail is all about nature’s energy – and your own! This luxury hike offers a unique Tsitsikamm

Sumaridge Wine Estate lies in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley near the seaside town of Hermanus in the Western Cape ...

When you embark on the Cross Cape cycle route, you’re opening yourself up to a multitude of invigorating and unique experiences...

We’ve heard of the Otter Trail and the Fish River Canyon hike – and now there’s the Leopard Trail, which has only just opened...

Raka Wines, on the farm Remhoogte, in the Kleinrivier valley near Stanford, has a range of wines, blended from the varietals ...

Spend some wonderful relaxing hours at the Klein River cheese farm, only 7km outside Stanford. Set along the Klein River, this ...

We have just returned from a relaxing weekend at Rust de Winter Dam Resort, a fantastic nature resort in Limpopo that is ideal...

Experience the Botshabelo Mission Station & Ndebele Historical Village - a South African Heritage Site, dating back to the 1860's

The scenery around McGregor in the Breede River Valley, Western Cape, is really beautiful, and to hike this country is one of ...

The terroir of the McGregor valley and slopes has encouraged local farmers to turn their lands and hands to very successful wine

Situated on the banks of the Holsloot river, Dwarsberg offers the perfect spot for fly fishing and family getaways - one of the ..

From Rooiels to Kleinmond, fishing spots abound for rock and surf as well as lagoon fishing. Betty's Bay, Cape Hangklip and ...

The Christie Prins Hiking Trail wanders through fynbos and has spectacular views and a beautiful rock pool for cooling off ...

Lakenvlei is a premier still water, trout fishing venue, situated in the mountains close to Ceres, only two hours’ drive from CT

The Gydo Pass, well known for the magnificent views over the valley below and for bird watching, is north of Ceres, en-route to ..

The road to Mitchell's Pass, at the entrance to Ceres, has particularly beautiful scenery. The pass is well worth driving for ...

There are beautiful hiking trails off the Bainskloof Pass, between Ceres and Wellington. The fynbos in the area is spectacular ...

The Bain’s Kloof Pass, built in the 1850s, is one of South Africa’s finest scenic passes. It was built over the Limiet Mountains

The Wellington Mountain Bike Trail at Welvanpas is very popular with bikers in the know. You can experience beauty you never ...

Inverdoorn Game Reserve and Safari Lodge is a private game reserve just 2 ½ hours from Cape Town. With great feedback on Tripad ..

Ceres is close to some excellent birding areas, where there are endemics that are on any serious twitcher's lifer list.

Let your taste buds explore the Tulbagh Olive Route and see how olive oil is made, as well as other olive products ...

The Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve is two hours from Cape Town in a beautiful setting with a host of activities for the whole

The 1000ha Silwerfontein Guest Farm in Tulbagh is a World Natural Heritage Site, an ideal location for a stunningly beautiful hike

Niki’s range of Belgian chocolate includes her take on contemporary classics as well as her own divine creations - her Tulbagh ..

Oude Kerk Volks Museum Complex Tulbagh gives a real insight into the history of this area, which began in the early 1700’s and ...

De Oude Drostdy Museum in Tulbagh is a ‘must visit’ which offers visitors a window into the past, while enjoying the wine in ...

More importantly, Eselfontein is home to one of the best single track MTB trails in the country.

The Kluitjieskraal MTB route, just outside Wolseley, is set in magnificent scenery – forests, waterfalls and water crossings ...

Surrounded by the Winterhoek, Witzenberg and Obiqua Mountains, the Tulbagh Valley is unique indeed. The well-drained soils ...

Imagine whizzing 1.4km through the sky, over 8 state-of-the-art slides, located in breath-taking scenery – Ceres Ziplines offers

The Tulbagh area is ideal for horse riding – the magnificent scenery of working wine and fruit farms and the mountainside ...

If you enjoy finding out about South African History and would like to see the surviving English blockhouses in the Witzenberg Val

Succulents and Stones specialise in succulents and cacti, heaven for any collector. This incredible collection includes plants ...

Peter is an expert on the 1200-year-old rock art in a conservancy, 25km east of Op-die-Berg village, near the Katbakkies Pass.

Housed in the original mission school of Tulbach, which has been fully restored, the Christo Coetzee Gallery and Museum showcases

Waverley Hills Wine Estate is situated at the foothills of the Witzenberg Mountains between the towns of Tulbagh and Ceres ...

The De Doorns Wine Cellar is situated in the very scenic Hex River Valley in the Western Cape. Selected wines are available to ...

The Veldskoen Farm Stall was an amazing surprise. On our trip along the N1 from Cape Town, en-route to Montagu via the Keisie ...

All who have done this trip come away with not only memories of the beautiful scenery, but with a sense of having “lived” the ...

The two tunnel mountain bike trail traverses the scenic Hex River Valley from De Doorns, mainly along one of the first railway ...

If you have even a passing interest in hiking, make sure you do the Otter Trail at some point in your life ...

S.A.'s vast landscapes are an explorer's paradise, but reaching beautiful spots often requires an off-road vehicle...

The Doorndraai Dam in Limpopo is a scenic venue offering game, birdwatching, fishing, watersports, hiking and camping.

Take a trip to outer space and explore the constellations at the renowned Johannesburg Planetarium on the Wits University Campus

Last year the bits and pieces of protected wilderness along the Garden Route were gathered together into the third most popular destination...

Penny Futter, Chief Information Officer at African Bank, says it is a real issue facing financial institutions and the public...

This unforgettable self drive route through the famous Garden Route is right up there with the most scenic road trips in the world

The Eden to Addo Hiking Trail takes hikes for 20 days over 400km through conservation corridors and all money raised is used to ..

A recent stopover in Hoedspruit on my way to the Kruger National Park turned out to be a truly amazing experience ...

Marataba’s elusive location in a hidden section of Marakele National Park makes it one of the most desirable safari...

Like the flowers in Namaqua National Park, luxury safari tents pop up during spring to charm and delight, before disappearing...

Gamkaberg Nature Reserve’s reputation as one of Africa’s finest is well deserved. Enjoy a sky-high picnic, scramble up a forest ..

Abseil or simply wonder at beautiful and well lit stalactites, stalagmites, cave pearls and underground pools at the Wonder Caves

Winner of the National Science & Technology Forum award for innovative science communication, Sci-bono is the largest science ...

The Willem Prinsloo Agricultural Museum is an interesting outing for the whole family. See how farming developed, the animals ...

For a day trip with a difference, why not take a steam train from Pretoria to Cullinan. Inspect the locomotive, have lunch in ...

The Rooftop Market at the Rosebank Mall has been voted as Joburg’s Premier Market for 15 consecutive years and attracts over ...

As part of a Ramsar wetland with adjoining grassland, Marievale Bird Sanctuary on the East Rand simply abounds with birds

The Dynamite Company Museum displays the history of dynamite, its technological and scientific advancements and its impact on ...

This surprising gem of a spot, in Modderfontein near Edenvale is loved by bird watchers, nature lovers and is ideal for a picnic.

O.R. Tambo International Airport is our busiest airport and links to all major towns in SA and connects SA to the world. Modern ..

If you are looking for something to do that is a great challenge and a lot of fun, Adventure Golfing is the way to go. Family fun

Whether you are a beer fanatic or just enjoy quaffing the good stuff, Gilroy Beers is abuzz with live music, good food, tours ...

Head for the country and enjoy a village filled with creative outlets, a micro brewery and a glass factory. Live music, kids ...

Diagonal Street is a magical place to explore, especially for its old Victorian buildings, eclectic contrasts and African Muti ...

Braamfontein is a hip multi-use neighbourhood. Modern lofts, an office mecca, Wits University, art galleries, eateries and theatre

Standard Bank Gallery is a shining example of a big corporate supporting local SA artists. Excellent exhibitions in top art venue.

Visit the Absa Money Museum and discover our financial history from the earliest barter trading to the modern banking systems ...

With a collection larger than that of the SA National Art Gallery in Cape Town - it is a must visit for anyone who loves art.

Fordsburg, is an invigorating mix of Indian and Middle Eastern cultures, and a wonderful place to savour their delightful food ..

The beautiful Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, just 11km south of Jhb, offers tranquillity, birds, wildlife and hiking trails ...

Nelson Mandela Square is appropriately the home of the Peacemakers Museum. See the work of Peace Laureates from around the world.

Zoo Lake is a large park that is popular for relaxing in the sun, picnics, feeding the birds, walking, a place for the kids to

SA is world renowned for its gold and diamonds. Jewel City has over 300 dealers and the Diamond Board all in one place for easy ..

The Liliesleaf Museum in Rivonia brings to life the ANC planning the overthrow of apartheid, and the roles of the struggle heros.

The Wits Art Museum is home to an extraordinary array of African art from all corners of the continent, both contemporary and...

The championship 18 Hole, 72 par, 6470 metres, parklands golf course at Jackal Creek has a challenging yet achievable layout.

The Lonehill Recreational Park has a lot going for it - a fly fishing dam, green lawns, kiddies playground, security, dogs ...

The Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens are a perfect getaway on a hot Gauteng day for a dip in a pool under a waterfall and picnic

The facilities and convenient situation make Lanseria International airport very popular with businessmen and charter passengers.

Take a boat ride through the four Elements and a tour back through our past and into our future at the Maropeng Museum. Brilliant!

Visit this beautiful replica of the most famous mosque in Turkey - wonderful murals, tiling and finishes. All visitors welcome ...

An updated Randburg Raceway offers an adrenalin filled experience on Xtreme Go-carts ..

Acrobranch is an aerial adventure where zip lines, tarzan swings, nets, bridges and other fun obstacles test the whole family ...

This gallery, owned by Alice Pitzer, is amongst the most influential in South Africa and showcases some of SA's top artists ...

Gecko Jewellers World of Gemstones, based in Midrand, offers a huge range of designer jewellery at direct prices and a mine tour.

Lory Park is an animal and bird sanctuary, home to a wide range of abandoned and injured wildlife and ideal for up close viewing.

Yeesh is an upmarket play space for children up to 12 - stimulating and bags of fine for the kids and a great place for the adults

Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square are the shopping and entertainment heart of the prestigious Sandton, magnet for visitors ..

The Montecasino Bird Gardens are the only bird park of its kind in Africa and Jo'burg's best kept secret. A paradise of colourful.

Try your hand at this fun golf game, with the family, at kiddies parties or on a team building exercise with your office pals.

Adventure golf is a challenging mini golf game that is for executives, friends and family at all skill levels. A great day of fun.

Participate in a fun activity with the family, by taking up the challenge of finding your way through the tricky Honeydew Mazes ..

Find out about the history, culture and township life in Alexandra, Jhb, with a guide that knows every nook and cranny - fantastic

Kloofendal Nature Reserve is an ideal unspoiled spot for the family, away from the city life, to enjoy a picnic, walk, bird watch

Visit vibey Alexandra Township in Johannesburg to get a slice of real African urban life. Enjoy the tastes, sights and people ...

The Bryanston Golf Club is a parkland 18-hole course located in the leafy suburb of Bryanston, Sandton, just north of Johannesburg

The Ruimsig Country Club championship golf course, found in the rural area of Roodepoort is one of South Africa’s most ...

Wanderers Golf Course is centrally situated in Illovo, an upmarket suburb of Sandton, Johannesburg, alongside the cricket stadium.