Shark expeditions can be as varied and exciting as you'd like them to be. Whether you choose in-your-face cage diving or open-water diving, aquarium diving, viewing from a boat, or merely observing sharks through the glass of an aquarium window, the choice is yours. more

The Valley of Ancients Tour at the Cango Wildlife Ranch in Oudtshoorn offers explorers the opportunity to view and interact with a wide range of wildlife, from crocodiles, snakes and hippos to tigers, cheetahs and lemurs. It's a must-visit destination for all nature lovers. more

The Central Karoo is home to some of the world's most important palaeontological sites and holds rich cultural value. Famed for its food and hospitable historical towns, this area provides much to do for those travelling between Gauteng and the Western Cape. more

The flower sellers of Adderley Street in Cape Town are practically as famous as the iconic Table Mountain. With their quick wit, charm and colourful advice, they've helped spread beauty into many homes (and provided floral apologies for indiscretions). Interestingly, they have been instrumental in many fynbos species discoveries. more

If you’re in Cape Town and you have a taste for adventure, you’ve come to the right place. Outdoor activities abound in and around South Africa’s Mother City. This all-in-one package will take you up and down a mountain, onto sand and into surf. more

De Hoop Vlei, which is part of De Hoop Nature Reserve near Bredasdorp, is a Ramsar wetland of international importance. If you are keen on birds, you’ll see plenty of them here. Thousands of Cape shovellers have been seen here, along with many other specials. more

The Cape's 18 official wine routes, and two brandy routes, are among the most scenic in the world, featuring many historic wine estates that date back centuries. Take your time exploring this magnificent part of South Africa's Western Cape province and enjoy sampling its magnificent wines and brandies. more

The climate and soils of the Stellenbosch winelands are ideal for grape growing. With more than 60 estates it is the leading centre for viticulture and viticultural research. The region has South Africa’s oldest wine route, where visitors can taste the produce from most of the Stellenbosch wine estates. more

If you've had your fill of the beautiful beaches, great seafood and whale watching that Hermanus is famous for, and now feel the need for some adrenalin-fuelled activity, head off to SA Forest Adventures in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and get your adventure started. more

Die Hel rock pool, situated high in the Winterhoek mountains of the West Coast, is one of South Africa’s best kept secrets. Accessible only on foot down a deep ravine, or by kloofing along the riverbed, it’s not easy to find. But once there, you’ll never want to leave. more

The Gaia Food Market features an entirely plant-based food offering, from fresh produce, nuts, seeds and oils to meat-free meals, breads and gourmet dishes. It’s the perfect pit stop for vegetarians, vegans and raw food fans looking to stock up on their favourite veggie ingredients or grab a healthy bite to eat. more

The Wellington Wine Route is just 45 minutes' drive from Cape Town. Wellington is an historic Cape winelands destination. First San and Khoi nomads roamed here followed by French Huguenot refugees who settled in the valley in 1688, eventually naming it Val Du Charron or Wagenmakersvallei ('valley of the cartwrights'). more

You'll find photographs of the picturesque fishing village of Arniston adorning many travel posters and brochures. Situated on the Western Cape’s Indian Ocean coast, its incredibly brilliant blue seas and long stretches of white dunes are irresistible to local and international holiday makers. more

The Garden Route is a mix of modern golf courses, ancient forests, secluded artists' communities, retirement estates, modern malls, craft centres, mountain hideaways and beach holidays. A large number of interesting and creative people drawn to this magnificent stretch of coastline have made it home. more