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South Africa

Staying at Cheetah Plains in Sabi Sands: The Ultimate Multi-Gen Safari in South Africa 

The gentle hum of the electric engine permeates the air as we glide through the bush on our first morning …

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10 Things to Do in St Lucia, South Africa

St Lucia’s abundant wildlife and natural beauty made it South Africa’s very first World Heritage Site, listed by UNESCO in …

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Best Safari Destinations in the World

An African safari vacation is a bucket list trip for many people. No other continent on the planet offers such …

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Guide to Visiting the Blyde River Canyon and Panorama Route, South Africa

The Panorama Route is a spectacular road trip through one of South Africa’s most incredible natural landscapes. Located in the …

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Everything You Need to Know About Driving and Renting a Car in South Africa

South Africa is a huge country with plenty to explore. From the coastal areas to Cape Winelands to the mountainous …

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Robberg Nature Reserve, Plettenberg Bay

The Ultimate Garden Route Itinerary: Recommended Activities, Hotels, Restaurants & More

The Garden Route, a popular road trip destination in South Africa, is often considered one of the most beautiful road …

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Camps Bay and Clifton Beach, Cape Town

Where to Stay in Cape Town: Guide to Neighbourhoods and Best Hotels in Cape Town

The city of Cape Town in South Africa is undoubtedly one of the top destinations in all of Africa. Situated …

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Tugela Falls, Amphitheater, Sentinel Peak, Drakensberg

Hiking to Tugela Falls and Amphitheater, Drakensberg – Royal Natal National Park

It’s no secret that the Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa offer some of the best hiking and unique landscapes in …

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Overlooking Cape Town, South Africa

Sustainable City Guide: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Things to do in Cape Town, South Africa

 Located on the South Western tip of South Africa, Cape Town is a cultural melting pot affectionately known as the …

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Kosi Bay, iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa

Guide to Visiting Kosi Bay and Kosi Bay Mouth in iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa

Kosi Bay and Kosi Bay Mouth is an 11,000-hectare reserve consisting of four connected lakes with meandering channels in the …

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Chapman's Drive, Cape Town en route to Cape of Good Hope

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Things to do in South Africa

South Africa is a country of dramatic landscapes, vibrant cities and flourishing wildlife. It is considered one of the most …

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Thonga Beach Lodge from above

Staying in Thonga Beach Lodge in iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa

iSimangaliso Wetland Park is known for its spectacular wildlife sightings, an extensive lake system and some of the most beautiful …

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Jan Harmsgat Country House & Farm, Swellendam, South Africa

Staying at Jan Harmsgat Country House in Swellendam, South Africa

The town of Swellendam, located 2 hours outside of Cape Town is a destination that doesn’t make it onto every …

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Kosi Forest Lodge, Kosi Bay, iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa

Staying at Kosi Forest Lodge in Kosi Bay, South Africa

A visit to Kosi Bay in iSimangaliso Wetland Park is not on every South Africa itinerary, but once we learned …

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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge, our base for the Tugele Falls hike

Staying at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge | Royal Natal Drakensberg Park, South Africa

South Africa is well known for amazing Big Five safari experience and the chic living in beautiful Cape Town, but …

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Our Photoshoot in Cape Town with Vacation Photographer from Localgrapher

Capturing vacation photos of ourselves on our travels is not an easy feat. We snap plenty of photos of each …

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Overlooking iMfolozi-Park in South Africa

Staying in Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, South Africa

During our time in South Africa, we had an opportunity to visit a number of great National Parks and safari …

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The Ultimate Guide to Visiting iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Of all the National Parks in South Africa, iSimangaliso Wetland Park is probably one of the most well known and …

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Rhino encounter in iSimangaliso National Park

1 Week South Africa Itinerary: The Best of Wildlife and Nature from Johannesburg to Durban

South Africa offers a plethora of experiences for every type of traveler. Its vast lands are rich in wildlife, beautiful …

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Safari in Kruger National Park Singita Private Concession

Staying at Singita Sweni Lodge, Eco-Lux Safari in Kruger National Park

Tucked away into the banks of Sweni River on the southeastern edge of the Kruger National Park, Singita Sweni Lodge …

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We are Oksana & Max, a Canadian couple with a passion for sustainable travel. Since 2015, we have been traveling full-time with a mission to inspire others to follow in our footsteps.

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