SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 2-hour experiences most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Sail Hartbeespoort Dam for 2 hours with Magaliesberg views, South African food and music, plus a cash bar on board.
“The chairs were not comfortable. They could bring sme lounging chairs. Music was good”
Two-hour game drive in Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve aiming for rhinos and leopards, plus hippos, crocs and antelope in scenic Tsitsikamma foothills.
“Really nice facility and park. Game Driver was very friendly and knowledgeable. For the price, it really is a great deal. We had the opportunity to see a good variety of animals. Visiting from Canada, we wanted to do a Safari near Kruger but couldn't make it work. This obviously wasn't that, but it was…”
A 2-hour safari drive at Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve with Big Five chances, an open vehicle, and ranger-led spotting near the Tsitsikamma.
“The animals were of course amazing and the place was beautiful. Worthwhile doing to get up so close with the incredible elephants. However the guide was clearly bored, disinterested and just going through the motions. This was our third game drive on the garden route and paled in comparison to the others”
2-hour sandboarding on Atlantis Dunes near Cape Town with a small group, guide, boards, wax, and cold drinks. Great for beginners.
“Hele leuke ervaring. De facilitator was aardig en behulpzaam. Iets meer uitleg en voorbeelden kan beginners helpen.”
Vineyard horseback trail ride in Stellenbosch with a short lesson, guided farms, and scenic stops at Vredenheim and Spier. From $113.
“Stunning scenery, wonderful well cared for horses, kind and patient guides who do a very good job explaining the basics of riding and how to treat the horses well. Able to take experienced riders and beginners so everyone can go at the right pace for an enjoyable and fun ride. Highly recommend!”
Fly over Plettenberg Bay forests and the Indian Ocean on a 2-hour zipline tour with safety gear, briefing, and small groups.
A 2-hour guided quad biking ride through Knysna pine and indigenous forest tracks, with coaching, photos, and a small-group feel.
“What a super fun and exciting ride in nature. Experience was great! Keone was a great guide and took good care of us.”
Magoebaskloof 2H Canopy Tour in Limpopo: 11 ziplines, guided eco-education, small groups, and a light meal.
“It was awesome and cool. It’s beautiful above the river. I really enjoyed it.”
2-hour horseback safari in Hartbeespoort’s Silkaatsnek Nature Reserve with trained guides, helmet included, and up-close wildlife sightings.
“Good service, value for money.”
A beginner-friendly 2-hour Segway tour in Stormsriver Village, with pine and indigenous forest paths to the 1000-year-old Tsitsikamma Big Tree.
“Very enjoyable and great fun. Beautiful nature and excellent guide. This activity satisfied our expectations and we will recommend it to others”
