The Kruger National Park in one of the best known game reserves in the world, where you'll see a host of wild animals. Among them, you'll be able to spot the Big 5.

The Kruger, in search of the Big 5

Even though Robben Island and Mvezo provide poignant links to Nelson Mandela, spending time exploring his history in Johannesburg will also show you how Madiba spent several years.

Johannesburg, in search of Mandela

Stretching well over 200km, the Drakensberg range is a mind blowing blend of peaks and troughs. Numerous trails run along the length of this hiking paradise.

Hiking through South Africa's Drakensberg

Durban is the biggest town in KwaZulu-Natal. Sitting on the Sunshine Coast, by the Indian Ocean, its American/Australian beach culture attracts surfers and water sports fans from all over the world.

Durban and water sports in South Africa

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This small reserve in Overberg, close to Swellendam, is known for being the temple of local biodiversity, because has over seven ecosystems including the famous fynbos (1500 varieties of plants).

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I really liked the reserve's dunes and beach, very wild and preserved. We came across antelopes (lots of bonteboks) and mountain zebras from the region It's a different approach from safaris, I felt closer to nature as you can visit on foot or by bike. Take a good map from the reception, and if you can, stay overnight. 
I booked a cottage with friends, completely equipped, in the public campsite, but you must have a car and buy supplies before you arrive! I enjoyed the deserted beach.
The De Hoop Nature Reserce, is not really a necessary stop in South Africa but a pleasant stop if you take the time, a very "natural" area, good for families as the activities lend themselves to them.

This small reserve in Overberg, close to <a href="/south-africa/">Swellendam</a>, is known for being the temple of local biodiversity, because has over seven ecosystems including the famous fynbos (1500 varieties of plants).

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