South Africa
About South Africa
South Africa is undoubtedly one of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on Earth. From bustling Johannesburg to cosmopolitan Cape Town, its cities are abuzz with all the energy and vibrancy you’d expect of the Rainbow Nation. Search for the Big Five at the world-famous Kruger National Park, go on an iconic road trip around the magical peaks of the Drakensberg Mountains, visit the Cape Winelands and go whale watching in Hermanus. With all of this variety on offer, it is little wonder that South Africa has fast become Africa’s most popular tourist destination.
5 Reasons We Love South Africa
Year round destination
Family safari friendly having malaria free options
A world in one country – offering just about everything
Superb wines and local cuisines
Great value for money destination
What can you do in South Africa?
Go on a Sipping Safari | Wind Down Your Window | Take the Kids Along on a Family Safari
Go on a Sipping Safari
Cape Town has become one of the most popular cities to visit on the African continent – with Instagram-worthy photo opportunities everywhere you look. But just outside the city lies another awesome attraction: the Cape Winelands, comprising picturesque Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, home to some of the most prestigious wineries on the planet.
Wind Down Your Window
It’s easy to see why South Africa is famed for some of the best road-trip routes in the world. Stretching 200km between Mossel Bay in the Western Cape and Storms River at the edge of the Eastern Cape, The Garden Route offers the soul of South Africa at your own pace. Roll down your windows, put your feet on the dashboard and enjoy the ride!
Take the Kids Along On a Family Safari
In South Africa you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to safari lodges, game reserves, wildlife and spectacular scenery.With close to 600 national parks and reserves, enjoy watching young jaws drop as they see their first elephant or lion, and share in the wonder of African folk stories together.
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Our Travel Journal
A Welcome Walk in the Park
Table Mountain, a youthful 260 million years old and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, is one of the most iconic attractions in Cape Town. Over 1,000,000 visitors per year take the 5-minute cable car ride to the top of the mountain, while the more adventurous...
Pafuri – An Unspoiled Wilderness
Recently, I gained a whole new perspective of the amazing safari experiences we have available in South Africa. My respect for the bush grew after a visit to the Pafuri area where I witnessed just how magnificent and wild the region is. Pafuri is located in the...
Seeing the best of Cape Town
“But we have the mounnnnnnntains…” “And we have the oooooooceans…” Capetonians are very proud of their city and have a friendly rivalry with South Africa’s other big city, Johannesburg. Whenever a resident of Johannesburg, of which I am one, speaks to a...
With wildlife like this how can you not come to Africa?
A beautiful video put together by Black Grouse Photography during their trip in the Kgalagadi. We had to share it with you as it showcases the incredible wildlife sightings you could be enjoying on your next trip to Africa. Sit back, relax and enjoy. Contact us now to...
Battlefield tours – 1869 Anglo Zulu Battles
Friends from Zambia were planning on a short visit to South Africa and suggested we had a weekend somewhere. Neither myself nor my friend are especially interested in history but our husbands are so we found ourselves at Fugitives Drift Lodge in Natal. Fugitives was...
Weight restrictions….Nope, they won’t weigh you naked!
Due to their location, many African safari camps are accessed by light aircraft. As these planes are small, there are size and weight restrictions (both for customers and their luggage). Just as passengers need to know in advance about the restrictions; it is even...
A Few Foodie Finds in Cape Town
I am still dreaming of the Peanut Butter ice cream that tickled my tongue and put a smile on my face as I strolled down Kloof Street in Cape Town a while ago. Unframed Ice Cream Artistry is the spot. Toasted coconut chips, cardamom dark chocolate & pink praline...
Franschhoek Charms & Delights
I had not visited Franschhoek for many years and now with limited time, a husband and teenager in tow, making the right decisions of where to eat and what do were vital. Having said that, both husband and teenager don’t like too much pre-planning. But this is...
Where Wild Animals Roam Free
We are excited to see that of the eight hotels featured in the link below, four are in Africa. All of these hotels are are on the list of places the Pulse Africa team recommend and have tried and tested for you. Read about the 8 hotels where wild animals roam free....
Up, Up & Away!
“You do know this aircraft has no brakes” were the last words my abled pilot & owner of The Great African Time Machine Flying Company, informed me as we were about the cross the first of four busy runways at Port Alfred Airfield. “A bit late now “, I replied....
