The town of Clarens in the Eastern Free State, is an artist's hideout. One can easily see why creative people gain inspiration from its beautiful surrounds. For nature, art and fun, Clarens is an ideal getaway. more

The busy little farming town of Sabie is ideally situated to act as a base for exploring Mpumalanga’s beautiful Panorama Route and its awesome scenery. Sabie is also en route to the Kruger National Park and boasts South Africa’s largest cluster of waterfalls. more

Hermanus comes alive from June to December with the arrival of southern right whales close to shore. The coastal village offers other natural attractions such as mountain walks and bird watching. It's a good surfing spot and there is plenty of excellent accommodation. more

They say nothing happens in the tiny Eastern Cape village of Rietbron, in the heart of the great flat lands of the Karoo. So why is it so popular with the urban weekend getaway crowd? The answer lies in the stillness and peace – and the friendly faces of the locals. more

Ficksburg offers visitors more than 30 experiences, including visits to cherry and asparagus farms; hiking and horse riding in magnificent sandstone mountains; a leisurely cruise through a private nature reserve aboard the White Mischief; and sampling decadent chocolates made in the village by an Alaskan chocolatier. more

If you’re visiting Joburg, make a point of taking the 1.5-hour drive to Parys, so-named in 1876 by its surveyor, who said its setting reminded him of Paris on the River Seine. This olde worlde Free State tourist town is a gateway to adventure, river rafting and watersports in South Africa. more

Doringbaai is located at one extreme of the beautiful West Coast. Peace and quiet are at the heart of this fishing village’s appeal. Outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking, diving and whale watching will keep you busy until meal times arrive. Each one another marvellous West Coast experience. more

Just getting to the holiday hideaway of Rhodes in the Eastern Cape Highlands is an adventure, as you drive through stunning mountain passes and valleys that take you within sight of the Maluti range between South Africa and Lesotho. And once you arrive, the fun and games begin ... more

You’ll find mountains, sand dunes, sheep, succulents and roads that disappear into forever around Pofadder, a small town in the Northern Cape. The journey to this faraway place is an adventure worth ticking off on your ‘been there’ list. more

The Cape West Coast is famous as much for its rugged terrain as it is for its rustic seaside villages. Paternoster is a peaceful town lined with fishermen’s cottages, where great seafood and the local lifestyle become all-consuming pastimes. The laid-back attitude is complemented by the stark but magical landscape. more

Whether your leisure tastes run to outdoor pursuits like fishing in a clear mountain stream, lurking in a chilly weekend hideaway with a book or attending a great Easter Passion play, the little village of Lady Grey, tucked in the Witteberge in the Eastern Cape, has it all. more

Stellenbosch was founded in 1679 and developed into one of South Africa’s wine meccas. This idyllic town is steeped in Anglo-Dutch tradition and has one of the most famous wine routes in South Africa. This historic town is also known for its many oak trees. more

Fouriesburg, 330km or about 3 hours' drive from Johannesburg, provides the opportunity for outdoor adventure in the mountains on the Lesotho border, where there is snow in winter and inspiring views all-year round. It is a short drive from the popular town of Clarens and the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. more

Paarl is the third-oldest town in South Africa. Its attractive Cape Dutch homes, famous vineyards and glistening mountain range beckon year-round. The town's rich fauna and flora forms part of the numerous attractions of the region. more