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Vibrant culture

Ronnies Sex Shop

Vibrant culture
Ronnies Sex Shop
Along Route 62, between Barrydale and Ladysmith is the world-famous Ronnies Sex Shop. It is one of the most popular pubs on the route and travellers on the road stop for refreshments and a photograph of themselves next to the ‘Ronnies Sex Shop’ sign.
Sun-soaked coasts

Knysna Oyster Festival, Western Cape: the Garden Route’s annual shellfish feast

Sun-soaked coasts
Knysna Oyster Festival, Western Cape: the Garden Route’s annual shellfish feast
The Knysna Oyster Festival warms up winter in this Western Cape tourist hotspot with delicious food and wine, sports and adventure, varied entertainment options and fun family activities.
Active adventure

White water rafting

Active adventure
White water rafting
If you’ve never been white water rafting before, South Africa is the perfect place to give it a shot. A white water rafting expedition involves a mix of navigating through rapids at high speed and enjoying the scenery along the calmer sections of water in-between, and there are white water experiences for all levels.
Breathtaking scenery

Paragliding in Hermanus offers spectacular views

Breathtaking scenery
Paragliding in Hermanus offers spectacular views
Paragliding in Hermanus, a beautiful town in the Western Cape famous for its whale watching, gives you the best aerial views to watch these ocean giants.
Active adventure

Historical hiking on the Olifantsbos shipwreck trail

Active adventure
Historical hiking on the Olifantsbos shipwreck trail
There are various hikes on the Olifantsbos (also known as the Thomas T Tucker) shipwreck trail, situated in the Cape Point Nature Reserve, an area with more than 1 200 endemic plant species, as well as small game.
Vibrant culture

Cape Malay Merang ceremony

Vibrant culture
Cape Malay Merang ceremony
Merang is a Cape Malay celebration focused on food. Whether you savour the penslawar or salivate over the sweet potato and coconut pudding, a Cape Malay Merang meal is a delicious slice of community history.
Vibrant culture

South African art galleries and museums

Vibrant culture
South African art galleries and museums
A plethora of art galleries and museums are invaluable resources for understanding South Africa’s history and cultural diversity. Custodians of the past, these institutions also track the present and offer insight into the future.
Breathtaking scenery

An aerial view of the Garden Route

Breathtaking scenery
An aerial view of the Garden Route
The Garden Route and its spectacular coastline can be seen from small aircraft, helicopter or hot-air balloon. It can also be explored by foot in the Garden Route National Park.
Active adventure

Rovos Rail

Active adventure
Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail is a train company that offers passengers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Exploring South Africa by railroad doesn’t get fancier than this. Cross stunning expanses of countryside while sipping on champagne. Relax into a serene routine and channel Agatha Christie in the lap of luxury.
Sun-soaked coasts

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape

Sun-soaked coasts
Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
Plettenberg Bay – also known as Plett – is a popular destination for nature-lovers, adventurers and beachgoers. You’ll find plenty to do in Plett – whether you’re after a seaside holiday; a wilderness experience in pristine natural surrounds; or adrenaline-packed adventures.
Breathtaking scenery

Platbos Forest

Breathtaking scenery
Platbos Forest
Platbos Forest is Africa’s southernmost forest, located in the Western Cape’s Baviaanspoort hills. This endangered ecosystem is known as a relic forest, home to trees that are over 1 000 years old. Scientists are amazed that the indigenous forest has survived this long, in spite of climate change and other environmental challenges.
Wildlife safari

South African ostriches in the wild

Wildlife safari
South African ostriches in the wild
Ostriches aren’t only found on farms. They can be found in game reserves around South Africa, and you’ll probably spot one on a dusty drive through the hauntingly beautiful Karoo. Ostriches have some interesting habits, and it’s well worth learning more about these peculiar birds.

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