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Category: Wildlife
Big Five Marathon @ Legend Resort
Take part in the wildest marathon of them all. South Africa’s Big Five Marathon takes place on 22 June 2013 at the Legend Golf & Safari Resort and trails among the wildlife of the African savannah. A race so tough that many claim it do be “harder than the Comrades”, the notorious 88km Big Five […]
Safaris in Phalaborwa
Gone are the days of a safari simply meaning a game drive in a big open vehicle. These days you can live on the wild side and spot South Africa’s wildest animals in their natural habitat with a wide range of safari experiences including horseback, bushwalk, fishing, golf, river, balloon, and elephant back safaris. The […]
A 24-hour guide to the Free State
The beautiful Free State, situated within the heart of South Africa, is well known for its lush scenic interior and arid borders. The seemingly endless landscapes, mountains, farmlands, and scented flowers are a welcome sensory distraction, especially if you’ve been driving for several hours. If you’re only in the Free State region for 24-hours, here […]
What’s on at Bushman’s Kloof in 2013
Situated in the captivating valley of the Cederberg Mountains, Bushman’s Kloof is an idyllic wilderness reserve and wellness retreat in the Cederberg region of the Western Cape. The reserve features a variety of facilities that will keep even the most discerning visitor happy. From soaking in one of the lodge’s 4 swimming pools, to indulging […]
Lavish Game Lodge Getaways in Limpopo
Limpopo, meaning “waterfalls”, is the northernmost province in South Africa, named after the Limpopo River. The province boasts vast expanses of bushveld wilderness inhabited by an abundance of wildlife species making it the ideal location for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Here are some luxury game lodges you can stay at while you’re here: Jamila Game […]
Botsebotse Luxury Retreat in Bela-Bela
***Please note that Botsebotse Luxury Retreat is up for sale and is no longer taking on visitors as an accommodation*** Botsebotse Luxury Retreat is a captivating game lodge situated in the malaria-free Zebula Nature Reserve in Bela-Bela, Limpopo. The fact that this game lodge was the global winner of the 2012 World Luxury Hotel Awards […]
Retreat to the trees!
A forest holiday is one of the best ways to escape the stress of the city. Surrounded by a cool and calming army of trees, you can relax in complete and utter serenity and breathe in a breath of fresh air – literally! If a leisurely holiday without the noises of urban life, with only […]
Easter Weekend Getaways in Gauteng
Whether you celebrate with chocolate egg hunts, a Sunday church service, or traditional South African braai, the Easter holiday is a special time for families to be together. This often means serious traffic congestion as hordes of holidaymakers, churchgoers, and migrant workers set out for the long weekend. Every year sees a bumper-to-bumper situation on […]
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