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5 Things To Do In South Africa

01. Go on an African Safari

Some lions just hanging out on safari in South Africa
There is no doubt that any trip to Africa let along South Africa should involve a safari. South Africa has many game reserves and national parks where you can go on an African safari in search of the Big 5 (African Buffalo, Rhinos, Elephants, Lions and Leopards. No trip to South Africa would be complete without going on safari. Trust me, we skipped it on our first trip to South Africa and regret it for years until we could return. Whew.

There are several game reserves in South Africa and some of the best national parks to go on safari in South Africa are Addo Elephant Park, Kruger National Park, iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Pilanesberg National Park. Hluhluwe & Imfolozi National Park is South Africa’s oldest wildlife reserve and we had some very interesting safari experiences there. Read on to find out more.

02. Kruger and Other South Africa Safari Parks

South Africa’s largest safari park Kruger National Park is the number one place to go on safari but besides here and other game reserves, there are other places to see wildlife in Africa. Spanning 19,000 square km, this is a unique game drive compared to other African safaris as you can drive yourself.

Hluhluwe & Imfolozi National Park is South Africa’s oldest game reserve that is known for its white and black rhino population, Hluhluwe & Imfolozi have the largest rhino population all of Africa! Addo Elephant National Park is one of the best places to see elephants.

03. Hippos Spotting at iSimangaliso Wetlands

04. Kayak with Crocodiles

unique things to do in South Africa Kayak with Crocs
Kayaking with crocodiles, what?
If you are feeling adventurous, a pure adrenaline rush is to go kayaking with crocodiles in the same river where the hippos are above. I am not sure if I should even mention this one as we felt on edge the entire time but honestly, how many people can say they kayaked in crocodile and hippo-infested waters?


05. Blyde river canyon

God’s Window – View of Blyde River Canyon
Blyde River Canyon is one of the largest canyons in the world third only to The Grand Canyon and Fish River Canyon in Namibia which we saw during our cycling tour down South Africa. If you haven’t seen one of these beauty’s you’re missing out. But what sets Blyde River Canyon apart is the lush green vegetation.


Blyde River Canyon is part of the Panorama Route, a popular road trip in South Africa that includes Mpumalanga highlands, The Drakensburg Mountain Range, and Kruger National Park

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