South Africa… or the Caribbean?
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I spend a glorious afternoon soaking up the tropical views of East Head in Knysna… is this really South Africa, or have I teleported to the Caribbean? Continue reading
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No Dessert Refused in Knysna
Knysna is one of the more popular stops along the Garden Route. This post details some of the nearby beaches (in Sedgefield and Plettenberg Bay) as well as my fancy guest house and favorite restaurants in Knysna. Continue reading
Cage Diving with Crocs!
Adventure alert — here’s a recap of that time I went cage diving with crocodiles in Oudtshoorn, South Africa. I emerged with all limbs intact! Continue reading
Cango Wildlife Ranch Adventures
I had a blast exploring Cango Wildlife Ranch — we saw lemurs, lions, flying foxes, lots of crocs, and even a white snow tiger. This place is way better than a zoo; you can sign up for animal encounters and interact with them. Continue reading
Exploring the Cango Caves
There’s a series of impressive caverns along the Garden Route in South Africa — this place is called Cango Caves and it features gnarly stalactites and stalagmites. Continue reading
The Real Ostriches of Oudtshoorn
I visit an ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn, South Africa — these guys are the largest living bird species in the world. If someone asks if you’d like to feed one, maybe think twice about it. Continue reading
Blissful Drive to Swellendam
Today’s Garden Route drive to Swellendam takes me through lush farmland and moody skies. Plus I’m staying at the cutest guesthouse — in the Giraffe Room! Continue reading
Diving with Great White Sharks
Just in time for Shark Week, here is my big post about going shark cage diving in South Africa! Who’s ready to climb in a cage and swim with this big guy? He won’t bite, he’s just got a toothy grin. Continue reading
Spotting Whales in Hermanus
Hermanus would be a pretty place to visit any time of year, but I happen to arrive at the height of whale watching season — and these guys swim remarkably close to the coast. Continue reading
Best Coastal Views in South Africa
Today marks the prettiest coastal views along the Garden Route — we’re talking epic ocean vistas and towering mountains tumbling towards the sea. Continue reading