Kruger National Park : South Africa Safari The number one tourist Destination when it comes to a Safari, Wildlife experience is at the Kruger National Park. The Park is the largest game reserve in South Africa, it covers 18,989 square km and extends 350km from north to South and 60km from east to west. To the west and south of the Park are the two South African Provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo. The accommodation at the Park is world class and one of a kind, varying from the... [more]
Pilgrim's Rest If you want to step back into time to those old Pioneering days, then Pilgrim's Rest is the place to go. We are talking Gold Mines, Gold digs and the discovery of alluvial gold which dates back to this little village in 1873 when a miner, Alex Patterson first discovered the little gold nugget. He kept his find a secret and then a prospector called William Trafford also discovered gold nearby. This started the Gold rush to this area from all over the country and the wor... [more]
Fun Things for Kids to do - Cape Town Scratch Patch: This is the most amazing experience, going through a sea of colourful gemstones feeling the smooth cold beautiful rocks through your fingers. This is something for everyone to do in the family, as everyone gets a cup or bag to fill to the brim, and to take home. Learn where the stones come from and what they make from them. You can view how the stones are cleaned, tumbled and polished to produce what you see. Location, Dido V... [more]
If you are an endurance sportsman, then South Africa and KwaZulu Natal in particular has some quality sporting events that are on offer in this Region. Comrades marathon: Held on the 15 June every year this is one of the highlights in the years calendar and is the ultimate test of endurance. It is an 88km marathon from Durban to Pietermaritzburg swapping direction every year. It is a day off from work for everyone to celebrate firstly "Youth day" as well as to watch t... [more]
Umhlanga - Gateway Shopping Experience With it's moto "within these grand halls Gateway is the theatre of your imagination and you are lead role." Gateway - Theatre of Shopping which is found in Umhlanga Rocks, this is the biggest shopping mall in the southern hemisphere and all your shopping needs, big or small are catered for here, it is a must see shopping haven. It has 18 cinemas, Imax theatres, Play houses (Barnyard Theatre), and about 300 amazing shops to choose... [more]
Things to do - Mpumalanga: ("Land of the rising sun") This was formerly and fondly known as the Eastern Transvaal, and is one of South Africa's Top Tourist Destinations. Major towns in this area include, Barberton, Delmas, Ermelo, Hazyview, Komatipoort, Malelane, Mashishing (Lydenburg), Middelburg, Piet Retief, Sabie, Secunda, Standerton, Volksrust, White River, Witbank. The Language in this area is English, Afrikaans, isiNdebele, siSwati, xiTsonga. This is also home to one of th... [more]
Things to do for Adults - Cape Town Robben Island: The name comes from the Dutch word for Seals, "robbe". The island was made famous when it became home to Nelson Mandela who was imprisoned there with hundreds of other political prisoners. It is now a museum and is a great piece of South African history and insight into South Africa's past. Be taken on a guided tour by an ex-inmate and enjoy the culture and stories from Robben Island. Click here to fi... [more]
Cape Town Museums Learn about the first open heart transplant done by Christian Barnard in Cape town in December 1967. This was the first operation of its kind and made Barnard a household name. Groot Schuur Museum. Robben Island: The name comes from the Dutch word for Seals, "robbe". The island was made famous when it became home to Nelson Mandela who was imprisoned there with hundreds of other political prisoners. It is now a museum and is a great pie... [more]
Robben Island The name comes from the Dutch word for Seals, "robbe". Nearly 12km from Cape Town, the island was made famous when it became home to Nelson Mandela who was imprisoned there with hundreds of other black political freedom fighters. It became isolation and exile for those who where here and a place of institutional brutality. "Robben Island came to symbolise the triumph of the human spirit over enormous hardship and adversity." (website below). It... [more]
South African Wines South African wines are among the best in the world, and with the top estates located in the scenic Cape, wine tourism represents one of the country's growth industries. Today the best of South African wine is up there with the rest, while in the "easy-drinking" category no one beats us. With a winemaking history dating back more than 300 years, the industry reflects the classicism of the Old World but is also influenced by the contemporary fruit-driven styles of th... [more]
South Africa's National Anthem - Nkosi Sikelel iAfrika. The symbol of independence and resistance to apartheid. The anthem coming from two very different backgrounds with fiercely convicted pride and both dividing. Beautifully and meaningfully written; Nkosi Sikelel iAfrika was originally sung as a church hymn and then became an act of political defiance against apartheid. Die Stem (The Call) originally a poem and then it became public broadcasts, daily until becoming the official anthem.... [more]
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, in Cape Town, is one of South Africa's most visited destinations. With the amazing ocean and mountains as your backdrop who could ask for a better shopping and entertainment experience. With world class hotels and luxury apartments come and discover another world within the V&A Waterfront Boundaries. Some historical buildings and interesting locations are: the historic Clock tower; The time Ball; The dragon tree; Robben Island embark... [more]
Mountain Bike Races in KwaZulu Natal: Classic Challenges Sani Pass Transfrontier Mountain Bike Epic - There are three rides available - one being 72km of toughest terrain and the hardest climb in SA. Two being 42km Classic and three a 27km family ride. Be prepared for climatic extremes and some dangerous terrain. Click here to see more Giants Castle Mountain Bike Challenge - Held on 27 April, 75km in the game reserve in the beautiful Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Pa... [more]
KwaZulu Natal Game Reserves, Parks, Lodges Did you ever think that Elephants roamed the streets in Africa...... Have you wondered what a sunset looks like over the rugged bushland and to hear the Lions roar as the sun is setting overhead. Want to mingle with the animals and get up close and personal with guided tours and walks with rangers who get you that little bit closer. Take a self drive through the parks and explore the beauty and the freedom of the African Bush. The Big five,... [more]
KwaZulu Natal - Durban Durban, steeped with amazing history, home of the great Zulu kings and steeped in Zulu, Boer and British tradition. Durban boasts a wide diverse culture blending together under an African sky. You will find the rickshaw drivers who seeks out customers to take them on rides along the beach front, whistling and calling to each other as they go by. The African ladies, who sit all day on mats selling there beautiful African wares, necklaces, hats, sar... [more]
2010 FIFA World Cup The greatest excitement is building up for the Soccer World Cup to begin, from the 11 June 2010 to the 11th July 2010. This is one of the biggest sporting events in the world and well over a billion people are expected to flock to South Africa to see soccer's great playing nations. The matches are scheduled to take place across 9 host cities in various parts of the country. City &n... [more]
Gauteng is a large huge area to cover, it includes Johannesburg (Egoli - Place of gold), Pretoria and Soweto a vast multicultural mixture of old and new, from townships to the new developments. Although being the smallest of the nine provinces in SA, Gauteng is the most densly populated province with more than seven million people calling it home. Gauteng is one of the main international hubs where people flock to from all over the world. Johannesburg: Affectionately shortened to &q... [more]
Spanning over 15 hectares of prime beach front, is Africa’s largest Marine Theme Park, uShaka Marine World. Walk into a magical underwater adventure, where you will find a recreation of a 1920’s cargo ship, wrecked upside down, the aquarium inside its bows. This is the centrepiece of Ushaka Marine World. You will always have something to do, as there is entertainment at Sea World, in the dolphin stadium as well as behind the scenes and special interactive activities. Snorkel through t... [more]
Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands, is where you will find the magestic Drakensberg Mountains, or in Zulu, uKhahlamba ( the Barrier of spears) there is hundred's of kilometer's of unspoilt escarpment, waiting for visitors to explore. "Craggy peaks, sandstone cliffs, cascading waterfalls, rocky paths, open caves and sweeping grasslands will bring your soul alive" (Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife) Walk the many hiking trails and stay in the quaint little guest houses and B&... [more]
