It may well be that you have never heard of the Blyde River Canyon. But at the same time you will soon realise why it has something of a name for itself. For starters it is one of the largest canyons the world has to offer. This alone makes it worthy of a visit, but if you want to see one of the most amazing sights in South Africa you will also want to take a closer look.

There are some amazing sights to be had in this canyon, but you will need a head for heights. Sheer drops into the canyon itself are the order of the day, and many of them drop away for an amazing 800 metres. So you can see you will need to be prepared not to get overwhelmed by some of the views that will greet you!

While you are there you should take a look at God’s Window. This is one of the most famous parts of the Blyde River Canyon. There is a lookout point at the top of the view and as you peer over the edge it really does feel as if you are looking down through God’s Window! It gives you the most amazing and captivating view you have probably ever seen, so it is well worth the trek to see the view from here.

The Blyde River Canyon does have several highlights like God’s Window to see while you are there. But be very careful – it also has areas that are sensational and worth seeing at every step of your route. If you focus on seeing only the highlights you will miss countless other amazing sights along the way. This is after all an area filled with spectacular views, amazing sights and flora and fauna like you wouldn’t believe.

So you can see that if you are going to visit the canyon you will need to allow plenty of time to do it. It is an area that holds many secrets, but in order to find them all you need to be prepared to take your time and enjoy what you meet at every single turn.

Now you would be forgiven for thinking that we were referring to a cashpoint. But in fact if you happen to be going to South Africa we would be pointing you in the direction of something that is altogether natural rather than man made.

The Hole in the Wall in this case is actually a hole in the rocks at Coffee Bay. The beautifully named bay is a delight to see in itself, but you can also join the many people who go there to see this hole for themselves. Perhaps it is partly the name that attracts so many people, or maybe it is the beauty of the area that pulls them in. Either way you will be glad you made the effort to see it for yourself.

The Hole in the Wall is a rock formation created by the onslaught of the waves, and it is associated with a story of a Great Cattle Killing. The formation looks out to sea and provides a captivating sight in an area that is well worth seeing for its own attractions anyway. You shouldn’t expect to be welcomed by modern tourism when you arrive, because there is a distinct lack of buildings here. But this is part of the attraction, and provided you go prepared for it you will have a wonderful time in this part of South Africa.

Many people take the opportunity to walk out to the Hole in the Wall to see it up close. The wildlife is prevalent here too, so be prepared to see a few animals if you are lucky. This is quite an area to explore if you are wearing the right walking boots and you are ready for several hours worth of walking. It would be a shame to cut any exploration short, because the Hole in the Wall is really just the beginning of the natural delights that Coffee Bay has to offer you.

So make a start at exploring the Wild Coast of South Africa by seeing what the Hole in the Wall at Coffee Bay has to show you.

South Africa certainly has plenty of amazing experiences to offer anyone who decides to pay it a visit. For instance you can head out on safari or go to one of the coastal regions to check out the beaches they have on offer as well.

But they also know how to create great theme parks, and if you want proof of this you only have to go to Ratanga Junction. This is a theme park located in Cape Town, so if you happen to have decided to base your holiday in Cape Town itself, you won’t be far away from a sensational day out at the theme park. You will be glad you decided to allocate a day to do this, because Ratanga Junction really is quite an amazing place.

This is one theme park that has something for all the family to enjoy. It might sound like a cliché but with all kinds of rides and experiences there is no chance of visiting and being disappointed at what you will find there.

The Crocodile Gorge is good fun for anyone not minding getting a bit wet, since this can be a very wet ride! If you are looking for a ride for the entire family to try out, this is the one. The Cobra is one of the best roller coasters you can try out at the park; it is a suspended coaster so it feels amazing to whizz round the loops with your legs hanging freely below you.

If water rides are more your thing you can hot foot it from the Crocodile Gorge to the Monkey Falls, a log flume ride you won’t forget in a hurry. This is an amazing ride and it has a big drop of more than eighteen metres, so be ready for it and make sure you hang on.

Ratanga Junction is popular for lots of different reasons, but there is no doubt it represents great value for money for a family day out. If you are in South Africa and Cape Town isn’t too far away from where you are staying, make sure you go and look for it.

If you were to view Pretoria from the air, you would be faced with a strange but enchanting mix of alternative views. Tower blocks are vying for space with charming purple blossomed trees. Even though the mix might sound unlikely it looks as if it was always meant to be. Pretoria is a wonderful city for more than just this range of jacarandas.

If you are visiting Johannesburg you can easily make the time to visit Pretoria too, since the two are only separated by some thirty miles. One of the main reasons why visiting Pretoria is an eye opening experience is because of the mixed styles you will see going on in the city. It has seen many different peoples and influences in its time, and each one has left its own distinct footprint in the city. They have all subsequently combined to create a city that is memorable for many reasons.

But as with many cities there is also every chance of escaping into quieter and leafier areas too. The Pretoria National Botanical Garden is a fascinating and peaceful area to visit while you are in the city, but this is not the only great feature of the city in this respect. There is also a bird sanctuary if you are interested in seeing many birds of South Africa while you are there.

Pretoria will puzzle you in some ways, because it is very unlike many other cities you may have seen before. It has a laid back feel that is quite unmistakeable and draws you in to find out more. You will find it easy to explore the city as well, since the grid like system its roads are based on is very easy to follow. Pretoria is a welcoming city and one which seems to appeal to many tourists, probably because of the nature that it has inherent in its design. Those purple trees are truly captivating and they are almost a signature of the city itself.

So Pretoria should definitely be near the top of your list of places to see while you are exploring South Africa.

There is no doubt that South Africa is filled with amazing sights and sounds for every visitor to marvel at. When it comes to sights, one of the best of the lot must surely be the Drakensberg Mountains.

As you might expect, the sight of the mountains presents a challenge to many different people. Some tackle the higher reaches of the mountains while others prefer to stick to the lower slopes. However it doesn’t matter which paths you take – they all take you through part of the myriad of slopes, trails and sights that combine to form the Drakensberg Mountains.

The name comes from an alternative meaning and translation – Dragon’s Mountain. Indeed once you set foot on it and discover it on your own you may well assume that to see a dragon here would not be that unusual. The landscape is such that drama of this nature would not be out of place. No matter what time of year you visit, you will find something delightful to welcome you. Perhaps if you head up to the very summit you will find a pub there waiting to serve you with a cool drink. You would not be seeing things either – this is the spot where the highest pub in the country resides.

But of course many come to see the slopes and to walk them step by step. For others there are more dramatic activities to try. Rock climbing provides a steeper route to the top, but it is not the preferred one for everyone to take.

But perhaps the most attractive part of the Drakensberg Mountains is the fact that they are home to hundreds of different species of wildlife and birds. If you are patient and you keep your eyes open, you may well see a few of them sharing the land with you as you pass through.

This region holds many delights and surprises, no matter when you visit. But one thing is always certain – you will always see the best side of the Drakensberg Mountains, purely because that is all it has to offer.

Cape Town is chock full of exciting and fascinating places to see and visit. But if your South African holiday happens to be taking in this city, make sure you don’t miss out on the Victoria and Albert Waterfront. Known as the V&A Waterfront for short, you will be pleased you made the effort to find it.

Once you are in the main centre of Cape Town you will easily be able to make your way towards the waterfront itself. The good news is that you can spend the entire day here and not get bored to any extent. There is so much to see and do both in the harbour and on land your day will be filled with entertainment, good food and great experiences.

Take the marina itself for example. You can enjoy taking a cruise around the area if you book a trip on one of the boats there. This is an ideal way to see the V&A Waterfront – and indeed Cape Town too – from a different perspective.

Don’t miss the Two Oceans Aquarium either if you want to find out more about what lurks beneath the surface in the waters surrounding South Africa’s coastline. You can also get in the water here and dive with sharks if you have the nerve for it! It certainly isn’t any normal aquarium.

With so much to see and do for the entire family, it is obvious that you will get hungry before too long. Look for the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, as this plays host to plenty of restaurants and bars as well as shops. Whatever you fancy eating you are bound to find something perfect right here.

It’s good to know that Cape Town has so much to offer as part of a holiday in South Africa. The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is always a popular area, however long you want to spend there. With so much to see and do this is an ideal destination to spend a day or two getting to know part of Cape Town in much more detail than you might otherwise.

If you’ve decided on a South African based holiday this year you may well be wondering which location to head to. The obvious answer is to one of the big safari areas, but there is a lot more to South Africa than this.

Take Durban for example. This is a city that is familiar by name to many people, even to those who have never visited the country before. What’s more, if you make this the venue for your holiday you won’t run short of things to do.

One of the key sights that Durban is known for is the Golden Mile. Even the name makes it sound like a must see place – and it certainly is. This is part of the beach that Durban plays host to, which automatically gives you the best of both worlds. Not only do you get all the delights of the city to explore, you can also enjoy a beach holiday just a short distance from your chosen accommodation.

The Golden Mile itself also offers a relaxing promenade that is just perfect for that post dinner stroll. The name comes from the fact that the sands on the mile are indeed golden in colour, and are quite tempting to those who love sunbathing. Just imagine being able to walk along here as you watch the sun go down during the evening. What better joy could there be than that?

You might be lucky enough to book into a beachfront hotel or other form of accommodation right on the front. This means you’ll have but a short distance to negotiate to get yourself prime position on the beach during the day.

The other big advantage of visiting the Golden Mile – even if you don’t stay nearby – is that it plays host to lots of different venues and attractions. So once you’ve done the walk you can look forward to filling your days there with lots of other things to see and do as well.

As you can see Durban is hardly a quiet and retiring kind of place. Instead it could be just the holiday base you are looking for.