by Chene Smith | Jul 24, 2014 |
Forests Most South African forests can be found in KwaZulu Natal, Eastern Cape, Limpopo as well as the Western Cape. Taking on a great mixture of forms, forests range from Brazilian rainforest look-a-likes all the way through to the Alaskan-like valleys of Natal. With the endangered Tsitsikamma rainforest probably being one of the most famous, these landscapes make out a smaller but definite noteworthy part of the South African ecology. Variety: South Africa has 9 different types of forests, which make fona and flora differ extensively from one to the next: Montane Forest Mangrove Forest Coastal Scarp Forest Swamp Forest Mistbelt Forest Coastal Lowland Forest Riverine Forest Sand Forest Dune...
by Chene Smith | Jul 24, 2014 |
Beaches Some of the finest beaches in the world can be found in South Africa. From the famous untouched shores of the Wild Coast to the prestigious Blue Flag beaches of the Cape. Whether you are looking for a jam packed surfer destination or desolate, horizon-touching white sands beach – South Africa offers it all! Did you know? South Africa is host to over 30 Blue Flag status beaches. The different variety in beaches is due to the two very different currents that meet in Cape Agulhas, one being the cold Benguela and the other the warm Agulhas. Our coast is home to one of the world’s most feared predators – The Great White Shark. Hermanus (SA coastal town), has been recognised by the WWF as one of the top 12 whale watching destinations in the...
by Chene Smith | Jul 24, 2014 |
Cities South Africa, contrary to popular belief, is not just made up of bush, veld and roaming wild animals, but boasts with a wide variety of towns and cities, each bringing to the mix its own specific flavour. Whether it’s a Mumbai-like hustle and bustle, a certain Seattle serenity or that European small town quaintness, you are sure to find it here. Bloemfontein to Johannesburg, Kimberley to Grabouw or Cape Town to Upington, South Africa truly has it all. 9 Capitals South Africa has 9 provinces, each with its own capital city: Cape Town – Western Cape Johannesburg – Gauteng Bloemfontein – Free State KwaZulu-Natal – Pietermaritzburg Polokwane – Limpopo Nelspruit – Mpumalanga Mafikeng – North-West Kimberley – Northern Cape Bhisho – Eastern Cape Apart from these there are numerous other noteworthy cities and towns such as Durban, Port Elizabeth, Upington, Knysna and Jeffreys Bay but to name a...
by Chene Smith | Jul 24, 2014 |
Deserts The Kalahari is probably the most well known desert area in South Africa. With it’s 900 000km’s of red sands, it has a very distinctive look, which sets it apart from commonly found deserts. South Africa also forms host to the weird and wonderful Karoo, which consist out of semi-desert and dry areas, brining with it its own unique creatures and plant life. On the other hand if it’s white sand Deserts you are looking for, the Atlantis Dunes might just be the perfect option for you. For yellow sands an unconventional option might be the Gauteng Gold Reef, which can just as easily double up as your desired desert destination. Point being if its deserts you need, its deserts we’ll provide. Quick Facts The Reese Witherspoon film “A Far Off Place” was shot in and around the Kalahari. Top Gear used the Kalahari as part of their Desert challenge. The Karoo is known as the living desert. Critically acclaimed films like Blood Diamond, Lord of War as well as Hotel Rwanda has all made use of various South African desert...
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