Judas Peak Hike is one of Cape Town’s hidden gems with gorgeous views over Hout Bay, Llandudno and all along the Atlantic Seaboard. It is the very last of the 12 Apostle Peaks and one of Cape Town’s best kept secrets. The route begins at the top of Suikerbossie going up Hout Bay Corner, up […]
Panorama Hike, Jonkershoek
Lock down regulations in South Africa are slowly lifting as we begin our gradual return to normal. While it feels like there is still a lot we can’t do, there are many things we can do! Being a firm optimist and a glass half-full kinda gal I have chosen to focus on these CANs rather […]
Kogel Bay Camping, South Africa
Kogel Bay is a beach campsite near Gordon’s Bay, Western Cape. Located just off the beautiful coastal road of Clarens Drive, this magical spot boasts the most incredible views of the Kogelberg mountains and Indian Ocean coastline. You’ll find grassy campsites with either beachfront views or nestled in among the trees for shade and shelter […]
Storms River Mouth, Tsitsikamma National Park
Storms River Mouth, Tsitsikamma National Park Storms River Mouth is a gorgeous area located in the heart of the Tsitsikamma National Park. Explore hiking trails, camp on the banks of the Storms River Mouth, adventure along the river on a kayaking tour or join a zipling tour through the Tsitsikamma Forest. Where? Tsitsikamma National Park […]
Kruger National Park: how to plan a day trip
The Kruger National Park is one of South Africa’s largest game reserves. It is home to a vast variety of wild animals including the Big Five; rhino, lion, elephant, leopard, and buffalo, many different antelope, giraffe, cheetah and birds. No trip to South Africa would be complete without a safari experience and the Kruger National […]
Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga
The Blyde River Canyon is the heart and treasure of Mpumalanga, South Africa. A vast canyon painted with a silvery blue snaking river and surrounded by grand and towering mountains. The area is about a 30 minute drive from Graskop and has a few beautiful spots to visit. The close proximity and collection of places […]
Panorama Route, Mpumalanga
After our week exploring Joburg it was time to hit the road for Graskop. Graskop is a little town in Mpumalanga that acts as the gateway to the Panorama Route. This little slice of paradise is home to rolling green hills, pine forests, countless waterfalls, sprawling valleys and planes, canyons and freshwater swimming spots. Our […]
Joburg: A Capetonian’s guide
Cape Town vs Joburg. This seems to be the age old feud in South Africa- the battle of the cities. I’ve called Cape Town my home for the past 18 years (having lived in Gaborone, Botswana for the first 4 years of my life) and have always sat firmly on the ‘Cape Town is the […]
Gili Air, Lombok
Planning a trip to Gili Air Getting there You’ll need to take a boat from Bali to Gili Air. I used Gili Getaway and experienced excellent service. You can book your tickets through their website. Be aware that the crossing between islands in Indonesia can be a little hair-raising. If you are prone to sea […]
Nusa Lembongan, Bali
Planning a trip to Nusa Lembongan Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Penida are three small islands just off Bali. These islands are well known for their incredible viewing spots of unreal landscapes. They’re the sort of places that just spark a sense of adventure and exploration. We decided to base ourselves on Nusa lembongan […]
Bingin, Bali
Planning a trip to Bingin Getting there You will need to organise a taxi/ driver to drive you to Bingin. We drove from Ubud and it took us around 2 hours. The private driving services in Bali are very affordable. Just ask your accommodation to recommend someone. If you’re arriving from the airport, contact your […]
Ubud, Bali
Planning a trip to Ubud Getting there You will need to organise a taxi/ driver to drive you to Ubud. It is an hour and a half drive (possibly longer with traffic). The private driving services in Bali are very affordable. Just ask your accommodation to recommend someone. If you’re arriving from the airport, contact […]