The scenic town of Worcester is reached by road through either the Huguenot Tunnel or by driving on spectacular mountain passes. This charming town is on Route 62, the longest wine route in the world, and offers visitors award-winning wines. more

Sutherland is a world-renowned astronomical centre in South Africa. The South African Astronomical Observatory is situated on a mountain top a few kilometres from the village and is known to be one of the best star-viewing destination in the southern hemisphere. Sutherland is also a great place from which to explore the Karoo. more

Richards Bay is a small town of great beauty on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal. Astute environmentalists have ensured the protection of its natural treasures while allowing the economy to thrive, making it a chosen port of call for holidaymakers, maritime buffs, bird lovers and adventure seekers. more

Settle in to a genuine South African experience in Groot Marico. It's no wonder that so many of Herman Charles Bosman's tales featured this part of the country. With its enchanting atmosphere and warm hospitality, the Groot Marico offers you a culturally rich holiday that will be both relaxing and entertaining. more

Knysna is located along South Africa’s famed Garden Route in the Western Cape. The town is famous for its oyster festival, warm people and the most magnificent views from Leisure Isle to the Heads. A visit to Knysna is a sublime mixture of adventure and relaxation. more

Game, hunter-gatherers, missionaries … all descended on Kuruman to drink from the delicious water from its spring, called ‘The Eye’ – which has delivered millions of litres of water daily for thousands of years. more

If you're after rustic authenticity and big smiles, then Port St Johns, South Africa is the place for you. Port St Johns is renowned for its unparalleled natural beauty and relaxed lifestyle, which makes it a wonderful place to have a holiday. more

From its well-run little hospital to its porcelain- and glass-filled Heritage Museum, from its legend-rich Dutch Reformed Church to its stately old Victorian-era hotel, the Eastern Cape town of Adelaide is a warm community that welcomes visitors – and it is very proud of its steaks, biltong and frontier history. more

Founded in 1688 by French Huguenots, Franschhoek is renowned for having some of the top restaurants in South Africa. This, and the quiet town’s natural beauty, strong winemaking heritage and exquisite architecture have helped make it what many describe as the ‘food and wine capital’ of South Africa. more

Walk the Victorian-era streets of Cradock, enter the local hotel and be transported right back to 1850, when adventurers and explorers rubbed shoulders at the long bar. Or ome to Cradock in October and do friendly battle with the Great Fish River in 1 of South Africa’s premier kayak races. more

Set in a curl of the Sundays River, the Karoo town of Graaff-Reinet is the fourth oldest settlement in South Africa and has seen more than 2 centuries of travellers, adventurers and prospectors pass through its streets. Today it is a vibrant centre for tourism, game farming and traditional agriculture. more

Ancient mariners sailed their ships around the southernmost tip of Africa. Today this 100km stretch of rugged coastline, where 2 mighty oceans meet at Cape L’Agulhas, is one of South Africa’s prized tourist destinations. Here you will find the charming town of L'Agulhas with its beautiful, windswept coastal plain. more

The Free State town of Koffiefontein used to be a favourite stopover for transport riders. This is where they took their coffee breaks, and where 1 of them found a diamond near a spring and sparked off a major mining boom. more

Not far from Durban, on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, lies the ever-popular holiday destination of Scottburgh. Although its beach is the main drawcard, there's a lot more to discover, including crocodiles, surfing, golf courses, boating, diving, shopping and a host of nature reserves. more