by Sarah Gallo | Feb 16, 2015 | Africa, Reviews, South Africa, Tour Company Reviews
If you only have time to visit one winery, choosing to visit Fairview Wine & Cheese would be your best decision. It was bustling with people, and the most popular vineyard for a good reason. In front of the vineyard you will find a goat tower, which is a great photo...
by Sarah Gallo | Feb 16, 2015 | Africa, Reviews, South Africa, Tour Company Reviews, What Gets Your Heart Pumping
South Africa is known for its concentration of Great White Sharks. For those excited about the possibility of meeting Jaws face-to-face, suit up and go shark cage diving! Great White Shark Tours provided a tasty spread for breakfast – fruits, meats, pastries, teas,...
by Sarah Gallo | Feb 15, 2015 | Africa, South Africa
After what felt like ages driving from Outdshoorn to De Hoop Nature Reserve, we finally made it without breaking down. We passed four broken down cars along the way… Travelers Tip: As soon as you arrive at the De Hoop reception area, the receptionist will try to sell...
by Sarah Gallo | Feb 14, 2015 | Africa, South Africa, What Gets Your Heart Pumping
Our road trip brought us to Outdshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. Since Outdshoorn is home to the world’s largest ostrich population, we decided to educate ourselves a bit. Ostriches are vegetarians, largely eating plants and grass, but are capable of...
by Sarah Gallo | Feb 14, 2015 | Africa, South Africa
If you’re not afraid of the dark or small spaces, you must head to the Cango Caves (Klein Karoo) and sign up for their Adventure Tour! The tour includes the first two main chambers (a bit touristy), but then continues to four “adventure chambers,” and 3500 steps later...
by Sarah Gallo | Feb 11, 2015 | Africa, Reviews, South Africa, Tour Company Reviews
From Jukani we headed to Monkeyland and Birds of Eden. If you’re looking for a fun few hours – these two tours are not to miss! Monkeyland is the world’s first free-roaming primate sanctuary, and if you love monkeys you’re bound to squeal a bit while wandering the...