From urban beaches to ancient peaks and primal wildernesses; South Africa’s Garden Route is stunning. This route features a well-maintained network of roads that meets a patchwork of world-class beaches, old-growth forests, and swaths of bountiful vineyards....
South Africa is an expansive playground capable of satisfying even the most die-hard traveler’s wanderlust. Whether you’re luxuriating on a premium safari tour in South Africa or getting back to basics on a budget Kruger Park safari tour, a South African overland tour...
Long before homo sapiens appeared, the ancestor (Paraceratherium) of our modern-day rhinos braved ice-ages and searing heat, prehistoric hyenas and giant crocodiles. These fearless animals were the titans of their time, standing over five meters tall at the shoulder,...
Africa – there is nowhere else on the planet quite like it. On this continent, where humans first came into existence, untamed wildlife, barely touched landscapes, and ancient cultures have survived the passage of time. It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it...
South Africa is a land of heart-pounding extremes. From the gleaming cosmopolitan city of Cape Town to the wild Kruger National Park, the manicured valleys of the Winelands, and the remote, wild Elephant Coast – the region is beguiling in its variety. This exact...
Think “wildlife in South Africa” and images of the fabled Big Five migrating across rugged open plains are sure to be the first and probably the only that come to mind. Whale, whale, whale, I’ve got news for you! There is so much more to this beautiful country than...
South Africa is a country rich in natural beauty and heritage, offering every kind of traveler a buffet of experiences to look forward to. Whether you want horizontal me-time on a pristine beach, wish to explore upbeat inner cities, or tick a handful of UNESCO World...
Some people travel to visit family and friends, others do it for some R&R, and then there are those who travel to push their boundaries. Adventure travel is one of the fastest growing segments of the travel market, drawing in more and more people on a yearly...
There’s something about Africa’s climate that makes it a hub of iconic experiences. From gorilla trekking in Uganda to the great migration in Tanzania, and, of course, going on a big five safari in South Africa. When it comes to the kind of adventure that makes you...
Think “wildlife documentary” and the soothing voice of Sir David Attenborough is bound to come to mind. Ever since his debut series Zoo Quest hit the screen back in ‘54, this staunch conservationist has influenced a generation of documentary filmmakers and intrepid...
Ah, Southern Africa! Home to the world’s best city, iconic safari destinations, pristine beaches, colorful cultures and African Overland Tours expert guide, Elroy! Planning on traveling to Southern Africa? Then an overland tour in the hands of an expect, local guide...
Image credit:Guido da Rozze: Flickr It’s incredibly easy to get caught up in the jaw-dropping, earth-bound beauty of South Africa while on an overlanding adventure. From tawny savannah plains teeming with untamed wildlife to paradise beaches and towering mountains....
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