- Graaff-Reinet
Graaff-Reinet lies between Cape Town and Jo’burg and is 300km from Port Elizabeth. The jewel of the Karoo, it’s an oasis of gracious old charm in the heat of its dusty surroundings.
- Nieu Bethesda
This tiny archetypal Karoo village is tucked into a valley in the shadow of the Kompasberg Mountain, part of the Sneeuberg range. It’s best known as the home of the Owl House.
- Somerset East
Walter Battis, the eccentric artist lived here, old fashioned roses flourish and the odd historic monument decorates the tree-lined back streets.
- Addo Elephant Park
Addo has three backpackers. It is the best place in South Africa to see elephants close up.
- Shamwari
A malaria free wilderness area where the Big Five roam.
- Grahamstown
Seeped in Settler history, Grahamstown is a real student town and when Rhodes University shuts for the holiday the town closes and goes home. Joke. But close enough. Truth is, when you put enough students together, something fun always happens - so keep an ear open for what's on when you're there.
- Hogsback
Hogsback is one of those soft places that somehow speeds up the passing of time. Dominated by the impressive Amatola mountain range, she has a charm and mystique all of her own. She's whimsical, teasing, enchanting and downright wicked.
- Cathcart
Located on the N6, this is a good overnight stop between Jo'burg and the Wild coast or the Garden Route.
- Stutterheim
Close to the Amatola Mountains and off the beaten track, this town offers yet another opportunity to discover South African via the back roads.
Bedford
Situated on the N10 between Port Elizabeth and Cradock, this is a real country town stopover.
Don't blink
Bedford offers a pretty good insight into small town life in South Africa. The backpackers is in the town's oldest building on the original farm, so soak up some history and relax in the safe and friendly village atmosphere. Their street offers a whole selection of churches too, from quaint stone to modern brick, so those who like to sing along on Sundays could go church hopping and meet the locals while excercising their lungs.
Bedford offers a pretty good insight into small town life in South Africa. The backpackers is in the town's oldest building on the original farm, so soak up some history and relax in the safe and friendly village atmosphere. Their street offers a whole selection of churches too, from quaint stone to modern brick, so those who like to sing along on Sundays could go church hopping and meet the locals while excercising their lungs.
Feeling lucky?(randomly selected service providers from all regions)
This Cape Town based car rental agency offers great deals on car hire in Cape Town.
(Cape Town City Centre,Cape Town)
The Roc ‘n Rope Lodge hosts climbers from around the world
(Waterval Boven,Mpumalanga)
The adventure specialists in the St Lucia area.
(St Lucia,Zululand)
Buccanner backpackers offer surf lessons, day trips and much more.
(Chintsa-East,Wild Coast)
Stop for a break half way between Knysna and Port Elizabeth.
(Stormsriver,Garden Route)
This East London establishment is excellent value, offering self catering accommodation near the beach or in Gonubie
(Gonubie Eastern Cape,Sunshine Coast)
A mountain paradise.
(Ais Ais,Lesotho)
Stay in a traditional style village shaded by baobabs and visit the salt pans.
(Gweta,Botswana)
Quality safaris and adventures in and around Vic Falls.
(Gordon's Bay and Strand,)
Topsail House is a perfect place to stay in the centre of Simon's Town.
(Simon's Town,Cape Town)
