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South Africa from Africa region, is best know for Tramways. Discover best things to do in South Africa with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
The best views of Cape Town are seen from the top of Table Mountain. The Cableway takes you to the summit in under 5 minutes and the cable car's rotating floor ensure that all visitors get a 360 degree aerial view of the city. The 65-passenger cable car runs from Tafelberg Road to the top of Table Mountain. To date the Cableway has transported more than 26 million visitors to the summit. 900 000 visitors from all over the world use the Cableway annually.
Reviewed By Joachim P - Stockholm, Sweden
This one has been on my bucket list for ten years and on my third attempt the weather was finally on my side. Spectacular views over Cape Town and the Bay. The walk on top of the Table Mountain is breathtaking as well. Highly recommended but make sure you book your ticket online in advance.
2. Table Mountain
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
The mountain in the middle of Cape Town offers many hikes and magnificent views in all directions.
Reviewed By 811michael - United Kingdom
We visited the stunningly beautiful Table Mountain. The cable ride to the top of the mountain was great fun with some absolutely incredible views, and once we were on top of The Table Mountain it was like stepping into heaven as you are lost for words on the breathtaking views and the amazing surrounds. Visiting Table Mountain and witnessing the majestic views was like being on the edge of space and seeing the beautiful clear blue sky on the horizon and all the beautiful areas and the coastline in the distances was just an experience we will never forget. Me, my wife and our daughter had the most amazing experience as the views and the surrounds made us feel like being lost, but in the right direction. This was without a doubt one of the highlights of our incredible South African holiday.
3. Shamwari Game Reserve
Overall Ratings
5 based on 381 reviews
Please visit the official Shamwari Game Reserve Lodges page on TripAdvisor for more info, images, video & slideshow. Search "Shamwari Game Reserve lodges".Shamwari is the best private game reserve situated in the malaria free Eastern Cape,South Africa.This privately owned 25 000 hectares of prime natural terrain has received numerous international awards.Shamwari is an exploration of nature with close encounters of free roaming wildlife and the coveted big five with a choice of unique luxury lodges, an exclusive private villa and the adventurous Explorer Camp.Luxury accommodation is offered in 7 different game lodges at Shamwari Game Reserve, all of which are 5 Star graded. Choose a game lodge that perfectly compliments your ideal African experience
Reviewed By BenhamParty - Wokingham, Berkshire
Wow! We were so looking forward to our safari at the Shamwari Game reserve and it didn’t disappoint, it was most definitely the highlight of our 3 week stay. We arrived around 12.00 at Bayethe Tented Lodges, we were greeted with a drink and our accommodation was ready and waiting, speaking to other guests they experienced the same quality of service as the turnover of lodges is quick because most stays are only for 3 nights. The lodges are well equipped and serviced twice a day. The game drives are amazing and our guide Vuyo was superb he managed not only to track down 4 of the big 5 (Leopards are very elusive) but he drove the safari truck right up close and personal so that we get some amazing camera shots of the animals. Vuyo went that extra transfer step to ensure you got the best angle. The game reserve is huge, 63000 acres that at times feels like you are in Jurassic park. The food was great and everyone was very sociable sharing their stories each day at breakfast and the evening meal. They had blankets and rain proof ponchos in the trucks and it was a nice touch that they stopped for a tea or coffee in the morning and your beverage of choice in the evening game drive. We also booked in for massages which we both thoroughly enjoyed. We loved it and plan to go back with our family within the next two years.
4. Robberg Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Sue S - West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Just outside Plettenburg Bay. Small entry fee to reserve but you can stay as long as you like. Limited parking. Good toilet facilities in car park. There are several routes of various length through the reserve with spectacular sea and cliff views. We saw lots of Cape fur seals. However, all of these routes require a good level of fitness. Even the shortest circular route involved some scrambling up a steep rocky path.
Closed walking shoes are a must (lots of ants), plenty water, sunscreen and binoculars.
Small picnic area at car park.
Well worth a visit.
5. Adventures with Elephants
Overall Ratings
5 based on 379 reviews
Offering way more than the usual “Touch and Feed’ elephant experience, Adventures With Elephants offer unique intimate hands-on educational elephant interactions, elephant-back Safaris, swims on elephants, starlight Safaris as well as tailor-made events such as weddings, team-building, corporate functions and filming. Info:Adventures With Elephants is an educational elephant interaction facility / venue located on a beautiful 300 hectare wildlife reserve. AWE is situated an hour’s drive north from Pretoria and is a short 35 km from Bela Bela off the R516 on the D1000 adjacent to the Zebula Country Club. Adventures With Elephants is managed by the Hensman family who have been privileged to have lived and worked with elephants since 1988 and as such offer unrivaled elephant experiences.
Reviewed By nbeukes
The experience was amazing and very fun and informative.
David was extremely knowledgeable about all the elephants and their behavior in the wild and at their current habitat. The staff were professional and friendly. What an really awesome experience!!! Not to be missed!!!! Would really love to do it again!!! Hopefully they will be able to raise awareness about these amazing creatures and ensure their existence for all generations to enjoy!!!!
6. Ukutula Lion Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 346 reviews
Known as the “place of quiet” the lodge is nestled in lush bush veld where the roar of the lion can be heard for miles around. Ukutula is conveniently situated within an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria. The reserve comprises 260 hectares of unspoiled bush veld boasting a variety of wildlife species, including predator and antelope species, giraffe, zebra and more. Ukutula is also home to more than 130 different bird species. Ukutula supports and apply the IUCN’s One-Plan-Approach (OPA) to Species Conservation and Animal Breeding Principals - visit our website for more information: ukutula.com
7. Horse About Trails
Overall Ratings
5 based on 111 reviews
Horse About Trails offers magnificent horse trails and activities in the Western Cape. Just over an hour from Cape Town, situated in the majestic Witzenberg Valley, we are conveniently located between the towns of Tulbagh, Wolseley and Ceres, with Riebeek Kasteel and Worcester within easy reach and en route to Citrusdal and the Route62. Take a step back in time on one of our scenic trails in the foothills of the majestic Witzenberg Mountains, through vineyards, Forests and farmland, set against a backdrop of arresting beauty.Our horse riding trails are suitable for all levels of rider. Experience the magic of a moonlight ride or book a romantic picnic after your horse ride.
Reviewed By Uje2014
Jo and John are absolutely great. We were a group of seven friends and a child. They kindly accommodated us, as we could catch neither the morning ride nor the afternoon one, and they accepted to book us in between (12 pm). Though we were all beginners, we enjoy the one hour and a half of walk through the forest and the beautiful scenery. I would warmly recommend to all, beginners and experienced the same as they also have paths with obstacles for jumping.
Removed a star/dot in the rating as I feel the bathroom facilities have room for improvement.
8. Nambiti Big 5 Private Game Reserve
Overall Ratings
5 based on 283 reviews
Reviewed By Kris M - Aylesford, United Kingdom
A large group of us stayed here for 2 nights following a family wedding. The Reserve offers sightings of the Big 5 along with many other species. A fantastic time here and saw many animals on our game drives in the early morning alnd late afternoon which was a real treat.
Accomodation was brilliant where we stayed at the Springbok Lodge the staff were brilliant namely Beth, Bronwyn and Shaun our rangers and guides.
Food and drink were awesome
9. Eikehof
Overall Ratings
5 based on 151 reviews
The name and boutique winery of the Malherbes of Eikehof can be found amongst the decades old oak trees from which it get its name. Fourth generation Francois Malherbe makes his wine in the same cellar that his great grandfather used. Eikehof has one of the oldest still producing vineyard blocks in South Africa.
Reviewed By Alba999 - Lyndhurst, United Kingdom
My husband and I visited this place as part of the winetram tour. It's a lovely little wine farm, so relaxing to sit under the trees at the back of the property and talk with the owners about what they are trying to achieve, while sipping a welcome drink of chilled rose wine. Their 16 year old daughter has also produced her own version of a Cape Ruby (like port) which was yummy. We had a delicious cheese and meat platter with home grown peaches while we tasted 5 wines - we bought a couple of bottles of the excellent Merlot. Believe the reviews and go!
10. Marbrin Olive Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 179 reviews
We are a small family-run boutique olive farm nestled in the renowned Robertson Breede River Valley surrounded by the Langeberg and Riviersonderend Mountains. We extract extra virgin olive oil and process our own unique range of table olives and tapenade. Come and enjoy the ambience of the Robertson Valley as well as the taste of our olives and olive oil, a fruit well-known for its remarkable health benefits. Heading out of Robertson towards Ashton on the Red you will turn left into into Klaasvoogds East (NOT Klaasvoogds West) and travel for about another 2km's till you see the big green Marbrin Olive growers board on your right, turn in there and follow the dirt road for another 2KM'S till you reach the tasting room. Road can be a little bumpy in places, but worth it.
Reviewed By lily_botha - Pretoria, South Africa
I found this attraction when I looked for thing to do around Robertson. We had a whole tour around Robertson visiting the wine farms and went to this farm. We were welcomed with open arms by Bryony. We sat outside and 2 other couples joined our family. My husband and I with my parents in-law. Clive was inside with another group and the tasting started. We tasted from the olives to the olive oil accompanied with a bread that Clive bakes. The nicest bread I had in a long time! Should have asked for the recipe. I think Clive could work in the theater as he is quite the entertainer. He made jokes and the atmosphere was great. We ended off with the most divine Limoncello. We left will olive oil, olives and would have bought more but were restricted on the plane. We had a lovely visit and would go there again. I would make a reservation for lunch and taste more of the produce incorporated in their food.
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