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Penguins Eastern Cape

Penguins Eastern Cape, located in the delightful seaside town of Cape St Francis, is a rescue facility for seabirds. Here birds that have been oiled, stranded or injured are nursed back to health. The work done here is critical, as the African penguin pop... Read >

Thukela Waterfall, KwaZulu-Natal

Hike up the stunningly beautiful Thukela Gorge to the waterfall at its head and take in some of the most stunning panoramic views from the plateau of KwaZulu-Natal's Drakensberg mountains, looking down into the hinterland – this is prime photography mater... Read >

Ribolla Open Africa Route

Ribolla Art, which celebrates the potters and carvers of Venda, has such a high standard that many senior members on the route are exporting their work and teaching a new generation how to tease magic from wood and clay. This has led to an explosion of ta... Read >

Cape Winelands Adventures

How to describe our winelands adventures? A full-bodied blend of fun, dominated by adventure and hints of adrenalin; the palate detects intense excitement followed by aromas of elation, satisfaction and the irresistible urge to take another sip. Shalu ... Read >

The aerial Garden Route

The Garden Route, a scenic stretch of land and sea between Cape Town and Plettenberg Bay, is often best viewed from the sky. Various forms of airborne tours are on offer in this region, including charter flights, helicopter tours and hot-air balloon rides... Read >

The Zululand Rhino Reserve

The Zululand Rhino Reserve in northern KwaZulu-Natal is an inspiring collaboration between 15 landowners who have chosen to create a large area dedicated to nature in general and endangered animals in particular. Yes, there are luxury lodges on the land, ... Read >

Paternoster

Life in Paternoster is closely associated with the sea and fishing industry, it is to this historic and peaceful little fishing village that travelers come to relax. The boats still strike out every morning at dawn to net crayfish and snoek. Once the fish... Read >

Wine Festival comes to Guguletu

Businessmen Mzoli Ngcawuzele and Lungile Mbalo from Mzoli's Place have hired the Soweto Wine Festival organising team to launch the first Guguletu Wine Festival, taking place on the rooftop of the Guguletu Square Mall in Cape Town on 27 and 28 May. Med... Read >

2014 World Design Capital: The Clock is Ticking

After months of planning and brainstorming, the Mother City has officially submitted its bid to become 2014 World Design Capital. The bid’s coordinators handed over the special 465-page bid book to the Executive Mayor of Cape Town Alderman Dan Plato, on W... Read >

Head for Durban beachfront

If Johannesburg has a business culture and Cape Town has a culture culture, Durban has a beach culture. Even the high-rise offices look out over the Indian Ocean, and busy executives hang up their suits and ties, slip into shorts, and jog along the beachf... Read >

Cape Town Airport the best in South Africa

Cape Town International Airport has been named the best airport in Africa by the Airports Council International (ACI). The airport won the Best Airport in Africa Award as well as the Best Improved Airport in Africa Award in the ACI's Airport Service Qu... Read >

South Africa’s Nature Reserves

There's something for everyone in South Africa’s nature reserves. Imagine stunning scenery, rare plants and animals, and activities ranging from diving and whale watching to game drives and hiking. Stay in a welcoming B&B or an upmarket luxury lodge there... Read >

The Constantia Wine Route – An intimate Cape Wine Route

The Cape owes its winemaking history to the first Governor of the Cape Simon van der Stel. A shrewd real estate hound with the sensibilities of a fine winemaker, the result of his search for a site for his first farm is a fertile valley we know today as t... Read >

South Africa's endangered species

The South African endangered species list includes two unusual antelope and the shy, gentle samango monkey. They became endangered because their specialised habitat is changing. But conservation interventions are underway to safeguard and increase their n... Read >

Relaxing Port Elizabeth

Often overlooked by travellers in search of glitz and glamour, Port Elizabeth is probably South Africa's best-kept secret. Fantastic weather and an enormous range of attractions make it a great place for a totally relaxing stay. BookMyRoom-SA has a range ... Read >