What was it like on commando as a Boer soldier during the South African War of 1899 to 1902? What was it like to stand up to the well-equipped soldiers of the British Empire? What happened in the concentration camps where Boer women and children were incarcerated? Follow the Bethulie War Trail to find out. more

The Waterberg Meander is a network of fascinating people and places bound together by this vast conservation area. There are private lodges, cultural villages, craft projects, social upliftment initiatives and national parks. The Waterberg Biosphere protects everyone’s well-being and livelihoods in this vast area. People here celebrate their cultural heritage. more

The Ivory Route in South Africa is one of the continent’s legendary destinations. Hunters decades ago identified its wealth in wildlife. Now tourism makes its conservation viable. Spend a few days in this land of elephants, baobabs, the rain queen, ancient cycads, sparkling waterfalls and the Big 5. more

The Namaqua Adventure Route is one of the most challenging yet rewarding 4x4 trails in South Africa. It's challenging because of the Northern Cape's isolated semi-desert terrain, mountain tracks and testing dunes. It’s rewarding because you test your driving skills to the utmost amidst awesome scenery. more

It’s hard to believe that in just under an hour you can get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and find yourself in one of South Africa’s most scenic spots – the Magaliesberg Mountains, home to the inviting Magalies Meander arts and craft route. more

The Cape Country Meander is a peaceful route along the N2 in the Western Cape, ideal for anyone wanting to get away from the urban environment and breathe some fresh air. The drive takes you through lush farmlands punctuated by a few quaint and welcoming towns along the way. more

If you want deep and wondrous caves, thrilling ostrich-back rides, feasts on country farms and nature treks into the legendary Swartberg range, then try a journey down the Cango Route. Beginning from the legendary ostrich town of Oudtshoorn, it’s a very popular collection of roadside attractions in the Eastern Cape's Little Karoo. more

Showcasing world-class hospitality and agricultural industries, the Midlands Meander offers the visitor country flair with stunning surroundings. The area is well-known for its arts and crafts, and a highlight includes watching craftsmen at work amidst magnificent views. more

On the Magaliesburg Express, whether you’re 3 or 103, from the moment you stand on the platform waiting to board the gleaming iron grande dame, to the moment she chuffs you breathily back to the station before sunset, you’re in for an unforgettable rail adventure. more

Chapman's Peak Drive in Cape Town, which takes motorists on a 9km winding route from Hout Bay to Noordhoek, is widely regarded as one of the most scenic stretches of road anywhere in the world. Take a drive and see what all the fuss is about. more

South African routes take you through every season. Spring in the flowers of Namaqualand, summer at the beach, autumn in the sandstone cathedrals of the Free State and winter around an Eastern Cape lodge fire. And when the snows come, the glorious Drakensberg mountains loom large and majestic. more

South Africa punches way above its weight when it comes to natural biodiversity. So head off on a nature tour. Once you’ve found the Big 5, seek out the exceptional birdlife, the trees, the Cape Floristic kingdom, the succulent desert, the forests and baobabs, the rich coastline. more

A highlight of the Rovos Rail experience is the observation car at the back of the train. Big windows and open-air balconies give you a magnificent view as you sip your bubbly and gaze out over South African landscape, from the Karoo plains to the Mother City of Cape Town. more

Romantic rail journeys in South Africa mean that when you're chugging off across the countryside, you experience great scenic beauty, exceptional dining car pampering and the kind of superb service reserved for royalty on a first-class flight or 5-star cruise. more