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Eksteenfontein to the ǀAi-ǀAis/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park – the 'World Heritage Site route'

Learn about the people of the Richtersveld, their cultures and their landscape on a three-day journey from Eksteenfontein to the ǀAi-ǀAis/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.

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The Clarens Golf Estate, Free State

The 18-hole Clarens Golf Estate course follows a river and takes in several dams, offering a layout that requires a strategic game.

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Elizwe Ceramics, Eastern Cape

Elizwe Ceramics, located on a farm outside Cookhouse in the Eastern Cape, uses the art of working with clay to upskill unemployed people.

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Gingko vegetarian restaurant

When it comes to vegetarian dining, it doesn’t get much better than Gingko in Johannesburg, with its extensive buffet and à la carte menu.

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Augrabies flat lizards

Even if you’re not into reptiles, you’ll find the Augrabies flat lizard quite fascinating. The advantage is they’re easy to see, and live in a startlingly beautiful place.

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Yum Yum Restaurant, Tzaneen

Yum Yum Restaurant’s funky décor and fabulous, fresh fusion food have perked up dining in the subtropical town of Tzaneen.

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Freedom Café, Durban

The Freedom Café is a tribute to creativity. Set in a red shipping container, its menu is as deliciously quirky as the décor and design.

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Pinnacle Point Caves, Mossel Bay

The Pinnacle Point Caves in Mossel Bay are historically important, but are also sites that can inform scientists on the effects of global warming.

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Yeoville, Johannesburg

For an authentic pan-African experience take yourself off to Johannesburg’s dynamic suburb of Yeoville – a melting pot of African nations, food, goods and music.

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Shepstone Gardens, Johannesburg

Shepstone Gardens is a tranquil green haven in the heart of old Johannesburg.

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Top 10

Events in the Northern Cape

1The Namaqualand Daisies

The arrival of the flowers after the first Spring rains is a major natural "event" for tourism in Namaqualand when visitors arrive from all over the world to view this floral phenomenon.

2Gariep Kunstefees, Kimberley

Hosted in this historic diamond-rush town, the event takes place over four days in September and showcases music, drama, dance and film

3Hantam Vleisfees

A three-day event held in Calvinia during August, the Hantam Vleisvees represents small-town hospitality and traditional music. The vintage car rally is a highlight.

4Apollo Film Festival

This film festival takes place in the village of Victoria West over six days in September. The historic Apollo Theatre provides the perfect location for this visual feast.

5Kalahari Kuierfees

A three-day event in Upington during September, the Kalahari Kueierfees draws crowds of over 30 000 people who come for the exhibits, the music, live performances, and sporting events such as a half marathon and strong man competition

6Namakwa Festival

A five-day event in Springbok during November, the Namakwa Festival aims to celebrate the local regional and ethnic cultures of the area. There is storytelling, dancing and sporting competitions

7Kalahari Augrabies Extreme Marathon

Run over seven days in August, this marathon covers 250 kilometres of the Greater Kalahari region. Definitely only for serious runners and extreme sports enthusiasts

8Orange River Canoe Marathon

A two day event in March that makes the most of this great river. A major highlight on the Northern Cape’s sporting calendar

9Calvinia Makietie

This is a 2-day cultural and sporting event held in August. Highlights include beauty pageants, a beer festival, live music concerts and eco challenges

10Kakamas Sultana Kultuur Fees

Taking place over 4 days in March the Kakamas Sultana Kultuur Fees (Festival) showcases music, theatre, food, wine and sporting events