Arniston, Western Cape

Arniston was once a fully fledged fishing village, but now this isolated and beautiful seaside destination is a magnet for travellers.

Sabie, Mpumalanga

Sabie, like its neighbour Pilgrim’s Rest, owes its origins to the 1870s gold rush. Today it makes a convenient base for discovering Mpumalanga's Panorama Route.

The Port Alfred Marina is a major drawcard.

Port Alfred, Eastern Cape

With its marina, flight school, water sports and stylish new shopping node, Port Alfred in the Eastern Cape is the star of the Sunshine Coast.

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Graskop, Mpumalanga

Graskop, like Pilgrim’s Rest, started life as an 1880s gold-mining camp. This quiet little village is a convenient starting point for Mpumalanga’s beautiful Panorama Route.

Ficksburg

The community of Ficksburg in the Free State province prides itself on the out-of-the-ordinary range of activities it offers visitors to this scenic region.

Chrissiesmeer, Mpumalanga

Discover great birding, rolling grasslands, wetlands and evocative history in the hospitable little town of Chrissiesmeer in the heart of Mpumalanga's’s lake district.

Smithfield

With its intriguing past and inviting present, the Free State town of Smithfield attracts writers, artists, foodies, birders, walkers and cyclists.

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Apricot farm in Wellington, Western Cape

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Picnic spots

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Indigenous flora and immaculate lawns plus delicious people watching potential because numerous Cape Malay couples come to take wedding photos in the park. Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town. Tel:...
Sandy Bay Beach

This nudist beach is not a family picnic spot but naked grown-ups like to picnic too. Beautiful beach completely free from whining whipper-snappers. South of Llandudno Beach, Cape Town, Western...
Melkbosstrand

West Coast wonderful at its most pristine. Sit under the milkwood trees watching whales or bring a bucket and spade for the white sandy beach. 20 minutes from Cape Town, N7 West Coast Road, Western...
Mbashe River

Nelson Mandela was born in Mvezo. There are aloes as far as the eye can see. Picnic by the the river and take in the magic that made Madiba’s greatness. Mvezo District, Eastern Cape
Union Buildings gardens

Beautiful Herbert Baker buildings set in landscaped gardens. Acres of lawn to spread out your tasty treats. Nice nooks for romantic moments. Government Avenue, Pretoria, Gauteng
Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden

Witpoortjie waterfall, indigenous vegetation and endangered eagle's nest. Acres of shady lawns ensure that you can feast in grand style. Malcolm Road, Poortview, Roodeport, Johannesburg, Gauteng...
Modjadji Cycad Forest Reserve at Ga-Modjadji

Well laid out picnic spots amidst spectacular cycads in a hillside reserve. Also a museum dedicated to the Modjadji, the Rain Queen. Follow R36 to Tzaneen, 35km north of Tzaneen, 28km north of...
Vredefort Dome

This meteorite impact spot is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Iron Age archaeological remains and barbeque and picnicking spots galore. Outside Parys, Free State. 120km South West of Johannesburg,...
Harold Johnson Nature Reserve

Picnic site and braai area for day visitors has the best views of the Thukela River. Work up an appetite walking the nature trails whist spying abundant wildlife and birds. 25kms away from...
Happy Valley

Situated on Port Elizabeth's main beachfront. Lush tropical gardens, lily ponds and storybook characters impart a fairytale quality. In summer, at night time, there are coloured lights. Across the...