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Nature and wildlife
Stay, Work, Play at The Milkwood Collection in Knysna
Situated at the bottom of the Knysna Heads, on the lagoon, you’ll find The Milkwood Collection, a series of versatile stays right on the...
Gentle Giants | Knysna Elephant Park
Witness the beauty of Knysna's nature and natural life at the Knysna Elephant Park, a sanctuary that allows visitors to engage with, and learn about elephants, on the animals' t...
Weskus Beach Flora | A virtual tour with Candide
It's Spring and the Cape has blossomed in color! Candide invite us on a virtual tour to learn more about the fauna and flora of the Cape Weskus.
Chasing Waterfalls: Kayaking in Wilderness
Cape Overberg: Hidden Hiking Trails
The Overberg region provides multiple peaks to climb, swathes of pristine fynbos, coastal vegetation and ocean views which are bound to uplift the soul of any weary hiker.Cheetah Tracking on Foot: Roam Private Game Reserve
Elise takes us through her experience of cheetah tracking at Roam Private Game Reserve in the Cape Karoo.
Great hikes of the Cape West Coast
The West Coast is one of the most diverse regions in the country, with each terrain connected through trails. Here are some of the top hikes to try.
Cederberg: North to South
Beaches of the Garden Route
The Garden Route has 17 Blue Flag beaches, more than any other region in South Africa. Discover this beautiful coast of the Western Cape.
Exploring the Deep South: Cape Overberg
Justin Fox shares his journey along the Overberg and Garden Route coast, exploring a magical world of fishing hamlets, shipwrecks and hidden estuaries, ...
Hikes in the Garden Route
Reach new heights and gain a renewed perspective on the Garden Route by exploring the region through trails and hikes.
Great Gardens of the Winelands
Hike Sosyskloof in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
Grab your board! Cape Town is surf central
From surfing and body boarding to kitesurfing and SUPping, Cape Town is the perfect spot to grab your board and hit the water. Take a look at our guide to all things surfing in ...
7 spectacular day hikes in Cape Town
Seven of our favorite hikes throughout the Mother City!
Cape Town’s Parks and Gardens
Cape Town is one of the world's most visually beautiful cities, with an abundance of Parks and Gardens to enjoy. Take a look at some of our favourites.
Reimagine: The Garden Route
New regulations announced by the South African government means that beaches in the Garden Route have been closed to help combat the Covid-19 pandemic. But this incredible regio...
Sensing the Cape Winelands
How to fully immerse yourself in the Cape Winelands.
Nature Reserves | West Coast
The Cape West Coast (Weskus) is a place so awe-inspiring, so jaw-droppingly beautiful, and so magical, you would need weeks to take it all in. Stretching from Malmesbury, just o...
National Parks in the Western Cape
In the spirit of the 15th annual South African National Parks Week from 16 – 20 November 2020, we’ve compiled a list of national parks in the Western Cape.
Nature Reserves | Cape Town
Cape Town has always been considered the jewel in the crown of the Western Cape, with the city’s natural beauty, the depth of experiences on offer, and the iconic Table Mountain...
Sensing the Cape West Coast
How to fully immerse yourself in the Cape West Coast.
Nature Reserves | Cape Overberg
With a landscape dominated by gentle hills, enclosed by the ocean and foreboding mountain ranges, the Cape Overberg is a jaw-dropping natural wonderland.
