Category: South Africa
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Platteklip Gorge Hike to Table Mountain at Sunrise, Cape Town, South Africa
Watching the sunrise from the top of Table Mountain is a memory I won’t ever forget. Hiking up to Table Mountain is a firm must if you’re in Cape Town in my book – and doing it at the start of the day is even better. There’s nothing better than the view from atop a…
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14 day South Africa Itinerary: Cape Town, Garden Route & Safari By Car
14 day South Africa Itinerary: Cape Town, Garden Route & Safari By Car Many people ask how long they should spend in South Africa and my answer is always the same: “As long as possible!” But we can’t all travel the world full time, so 2 weeks in South Africa is a good start, to…
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Authentic African-Style Mud Huts – Accommodation at Chrislin African Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay in an authentic African-style mud hut? Don’t worry, they aren’t smelly, dirty dens. At Chrislin African Lodge you can have a truly authentic accommodation experience, while enjoying a little luxury! Chrislin African Lodge is a brilliant place to base yourself if you’re looking to…
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Eco-Friendly Accommodation in Cape Town, South Africa: The Backpack
In a bid to lower my carbon footprint when travelling, I’ve taken to choosing ‘green’ accommodation options when I’m abroad. This means a little more research than usual before booking a stay, but results in opting for places that are actively trying to lessen their own carbon footprint (and therefore mine too). The Backpack, in…
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Comfort meets Sustainability at Reflections Eco Reserve | Where to stay in Wilderness, South Africa
Arriving at Reflections Eco Reserve Pulling up in the darkness, we weren’t sure Google Maps had led us to the right place. A winding dirt track led us through the reserve; dimly lit, we hadn’t topped 40 km/ph in case adventurous tortoises wandered onto the road. But in front of us was a post with…
Spin the Windrose 