Welcome to a wonderful choice of things to do on our Town and Country saunters:
The travel guide to some of the best places to holiday in South Africa. Find excellent eateries, places to stay, unspoiled wild areas, inviting beaches, wildlife experiences, hiking trails, interesting and fun things to do. The Saunter showcases extraordinary local talent and amenities that contribute to making each area unique and special. You are also invited into the studios of crafters and artists to see how they create or, in some, to explore your own creativity.
We handpick from exceptional recommendations to invite a small selection of gems. They cannot just join. Our accommodation star ratings are our own combined with those of SA Tourism. For the best deals, use our Book Here/ Check Availability link to book directly with your choice.
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Western Cape with its Mediterranean climate and stunning vistas includes:
– Winelands. A handful of specially selected vineyards where views are wonderful, the wines amongst the best, food is delicious plus some great activity options. Art is a part of what makes this area special.
-The Overberg. From small pretty mountain towns with relaxed lifestyles to world class whale watching and shark diving… this area is varied. The coastline is beautiful with many protected areas, great hiking and there are excellent wineries to explore.
– Peninsula: A beautiful area. Beaches, mountains, little penguins and a wealth of activities.
Kwa-Zulu Natal:
This beautiful area includes golden beaches, palms and lush subtropical vegetation, stunning gorges and magnificent mountains. There are African plain landscapes filled with wildlife and two World Heritage sites: uKhahlamba Drakensberg and the iSimangaliso Wetland. The area is steeped in history from San Bushmen, through Zulu nation building to modern. Both colonial and traditional heritage sit side by side.
The Karoo:
Fabulous small towns, interesting locals and a landscape which invites photography. The area is missed by many tourists and they miss a part of the country which is unique and memorable, has great hiking, delicious food and if you are lucky enough to hear local stories, captivating!
Southern Free State:
Bordered by mountains, beautiful quirky, creative hot spot, Clarens, the area around, stunning Golden Gate and a world class place to chill overlooking the Sterkfontein Dam. These areas are easily added to a trip including the Drakensberg or the Battlefields.
Eastern Cape
– The Wild Coast. This is the part of South Africa that the modern world passed by. Rolling hills dotted with colourful thatched huts, estuaries forming wide sandy, simply stunning deserted beaches, rocky coves, magnificent cliffs, waterfalls and gorges plus simple outdoor holidays where your cell phone will probably, not work. Good fishing, boating, hiking and biking allow time out to truly relax. This is the best place to see The Sardine Run from the water.
– Frontier Country. It is scenically stunning with some of the countries best beaches and great activities. The drama of early South Africa played out in this region and you can enjoy the stories of heroes and events from these interesting battlefields. Big 5 Game Reserves, San Rock Art, a gourmet mountain hideaway and some very special artist studios give this Bush and Beach destination, the edge.
The Garden Route:
From the Tsitsikamma Forest, described as the Garden of Eden, with lush fernery, huge trees and water from trickling to waterfall, to Mossel Bay in the south. Stunning coastline, incredibly beautiful hikes, marine life experiences and a wealth of outdoor activities. Seafood and oysters are on the menu as well as art, wine and gin.
Conservation – Throughout are very special places to experience our wild habitats and incredible wild life, including The Kruger and around and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
Look under Info for Travel Blogs on different areas and in the Itineraries to get travel ideas.
So, make your choices and spend brilliant time out experiencing some of South Africa’s best, guided by The Saunter.
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