10 Super Fun Things To Do In South Africa
I’ve traveled to South Africa twice now. It’s one of my favorite countries and an adventure lover’s playground. Here are some great ideas for things to do there.
South Africa
Beautiful photography, personal stories, and travel tips from my adventures in South Africa.
Welcome To South Africa!
South Africa is home to Kruger National Park and others, which house some incredible species – including 9% of all the known plant species on Earth.
Known for its culture too – there are currently 11 recognized official languages in the country. Popular things to do in South Africa include going on safari, visiting Cape Town and Table Mountain, plus cage diving with great white sharks!
Where To Stay In South Africa
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Recent Articles
Scuba Diving With Sharks (No Cage!) In South Africa
The ocean around me is filled with sharks. In just a few minutes, the sea has become thick with them, and now they’re approaching me from all directions.
Waves For Change: Community Outreach Through Surfing
Volunteering in Cape Town with Waves for Change was a highlight of my trip to South Africa. They use surfing to provide health and education support for township kids.
Apex Predator: Cage Diving With Great White Sharks
Suddenly a great white shark barreled towards me with black zombie eyes and razor sharp teeth only inches away from my face. Would this be my last adventure?
Surfing Muizenberg Beach Around Cape Town
What’s it like surfing Cape Town’s Muizenberg Beach in the winter? Not as cold as I thought it would be! My surfing road trip update from South Africa.
Strolling Through Soweto Township
Once home to Nelson Mandela, Soweto Township is a fascinating urban settlement on the outskirts of Johannesburg with much history and culture.
Road Trip! Surfing My Way Through South Africa
I love to surf, but I’m not very good at it. So I’m spending the next 6 weeks surfing South Africa’s best waves with professional instructors.
Rafting In The Desert & Swimming To Namibia
Local legend says the Orange River is home to a mysterious monster that’s been eating people and livestock for 2000 years. Would rafting it be safe?
Durban’s Big Rush: The World’s Craziest Rope Swing!
Three, two, one, jump. I stepped off the catwalk and into the void, falling 288 feet with my stomach in my throat. The world’s tallest rope swing is a big rush.
Balloon Safari: Rising With The Sun Over South Africa
We’re flying! Heat from a giant 8 foot flame warms the top of my head as our multi-colored balloon effortlessly lifts off the ground and into the early morning breeze.