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What are the Pros and Cons of Group Travel vs Independent Travel in Africa?

Group Travel vs Independent Travel: A Comparative Insight Embarking on an African adventure presents a crucial decision: should you explore the continent in a group setting or venture solo for an independent journey? Each approach offers unique advantages and challenges,

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Places to Camp along the Orange River

Best camping along the Orange River (South Africa) Embark on a captivating camping adventure along South Africa’s longest river with our guide to the best campsites on the Orange River. From the serene Drakensberg Mountains to its descent into the

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The Top 10 Deadliest Animals in Africa

When you’re travelling on a safari through Africa, chances are you’ll spot a rather large variety of animals – not all of which are really as adorable as they appear. Though these animals are hardly considered a threat to humans

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Top 10 Markets in Cape Town

The best markets in Cape Town Recently voted the world’s best city, Cape Town has plenty to offer every kind of visitor. From exploring the peaceful wine lands to thrilling shark cage diving in the Atlantic Ocean, there is something

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Top 10 Wine Farms in Stellenbosch

The sun sets over a spectacular backdrop. Towering mountains and rolling vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see. The light glints off the sea in the distance while birds call overhead and the scent of fynbos fills the

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Getting Around Cape Town

A city famous for its spectacular beauty and eclectic population, Cape Town draws in plenty of visitors from all over the world. Upon arrival in the Mother City, you will find several places from which to rent cars just outside

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Top 10 Surfing Destinations in South Africa

Africa is most likely the least explored continent in terms of surfing; however, the few popular spots located in the southern end of the continent offer some of the most superb conditions for the sport in the world. South Africa

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Top 10 Markets in Johannesburg

Egoli, ‘the City of Gold’, is the business capital of South Africa and offers plenty of fun and activities. There are tons of things to do in Johannesburg, especially in the evening, but one of the most popular day activities

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Top 10 Hiking Trails in Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa, has won countless ‘Best City’ awards, the reasons for which are plenty. The biggest part of what makes Cape Town so special, though, is its incredible, awe-inspiring beauty. Living in a city between the iconic Table

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Watch a Film Beneath the Stars in Cape Town

I had the pleasure of visiting a Galileo Open Air Cinema for the first time, and I was extremely impressed. I bought tickets for a 19h30 showing of Slumdog Millionaire at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, and arrived with a homemade picnic

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20 Fascinating Facts about Mt Kilimanjaro

There are a couple of things most travellers will already know about Mt Kilimanjaro such as the fact that it is situated in the northern portion of Tanzania, within the Kilimanjaro National Park. Or maybe the fact that it covers

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The Sparkling Sun City Hotel in South Africa

Located in the northwest province of the beautiful country of South Africa is the paradise resort of Sun City. Situated between the Elands River and Pilansberg, it is just a two hour drive from the main city of Johannesburg, bordering

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Top 10 Travel Gadgets

When adventuring through Africa the last thing you want to think about are your material goods, but in a world where travellers are almost always bound to be equipped with some gadget or another, a list like this couldn’t hurt.

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A Day with the Cheetahs

For my birthday this year (2014) , I was incredibly spoiled with a surprise birthday gift – a visit to the Cheetah Outreach programme in Paardevlei. Here, I had the incredible opportunity to take part in a ‘cub encounter’, where

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Keen to Explore Africa in Style?

If you’re the kind of person who loves both travelling and luxury, then the 20 Day Tour of South Africa in comfort is a fantastic choice for you.  Spending your evenings in superb 3 and 4 star accommodations, this trip will

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What Electrical Plugs are used in Southern and East Africa?

When you’re travelling through Africa, technology should be the least of your worries. However, you do need things like your cellphones and cameras to keep in touch and to capture special moments during your unforgettable trip. To be prepared for

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Can I Explore Africa in just over 3 Weeks?

Looking for a tour in which you can really ‘experience it all’? From the glamour of cosmopolitan Cape Town, to the peace of the Chobe River, to the excitement of the Zambezi River, the 21 Day Cape Town to Victoria

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Discover Botswana: Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park was established in 1968, and covers over 11,700 square kilometres of floodplains, swamps and woodland. Located in northern Botswana, the Park is home to one of the biggest game populations in all of Africa. It is the

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