Category: Accommodation

Sabi Sand Game Reserve is an unfenced 65,000 hectare reserve bordering the Kruger National Park that offers the rare opportunity to track animals off-road. Heralded as the most famous private game reserve in South Africa, Sabi Sands offers extraordinarily close wildlife encounters, particularly of the elusive leopard. While people are not allowed to cross the […]

From magical forests and singing princesses to talking wildlife and sumptuous palaces, Disney has given us a peek into the world of animated royalty. Rekindle a sense of magic and mystery, and spend your nights wishing on a star at these picture-perfect storybook stays!   Vuna Valley – Rapunzel   The forest, river and castle […]

The beloved Sani Pass as we know it will soon be a thing of the past. The tarring of this notorious gravel road that links KwaZulu-Natal and the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho has been approved by Environmental Affairs Minister, Edna Molewa, and will begin in early 2015. This gruelling 4×4 route, 32km North West of […]

It’s the end of another long, yet fleeting year and we know that you’d like nothing more than to sit back and look at pretty pictures. So take a deep breath and prepare to give 10 great sighs for these beautiful destinations in KwaZulu-Natal.   Elephant Rock Private Safari Lodge, Ladysmith   Thonga Beach Lodge, […]

Adventure is the motto of the Shongololo Express; a rock ‘n roll South African safari experience by rail. A no-frills mobile hotel if you will. My 2 week stint on the Goodhope Southbound Tour visited all of the highlights on my bucket list like the Big Hole Diamond Museum, the Maropeng Visitor Centre at the […]

Gordon’s Bay is one of our fastest growing destinations for family holidays. Sheltered at the foot of the Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountain ranges, with sea views over False Bay, Gordon’s Bay is a friendly seaside town with plenty of reasons to visit all year round. From animal encounters and adventure activities, to lazy days […]

If you’re looking for a seaside getaway, where you can watch the waves rolling in as you walk on soft beach sand, the following accommodations will cater perfectly to your summer holiday plans, complete with sea-scented air, gull calls, spectacular sunsets, and photo-worthy spots!   1. Voetbaai Chalets, Port Nolloth, Northern Cape Voetbaai Chalets are […]

It’s been an unforgettable two weeks on board the Shongololo Express; an adventure safari train that showcases real, raw South Africa. The Shongololo Express Great Train Adventure is by no means on par with the luxury train travel offered by Rovos or the Blue Train, but what it lacks in luxury, it more than makes […]