Craving a safari, but just don’t have the time (right now) to head to the bush? No problem! We’ve uncovered some great safari alternatives that might not lead to a Big 5 sighting but will certainly leave your soul soaring.
Head out into the vineyards and wind your way up to the top of a koppie on the De Grendel Wine Estate as part of their guided wine safari. From here, you will be able to feast your eyes on a truly spectacular view of Table Mountain and – Bay in the distance, while treating your taste buds to a bubbly and wine tasting experience. What makes this safari even more special is the sense of perspective it offers – the knowledge that you can escape the noise and bustle of the city entirely, while still being a stone’s throw away.
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Head out into the vineyards and wind your way up to the top of a koppie on the De Grendel Wine Estate as part of their guided wine safari. From here, you will be able to feast your eyes on a truly spectacular view of Table Mountain and – Bay in the distance, while treating your taste buds to a bubbly and wine tasting experience. What makes this safari even more special is the sense of perspective it offers – the knowledge that you can escape the noise and bustle of the city entirely, while still being a stone’s throw away.
With the richest temperate flora in the world and six completely new species never discovered by science before, it’s no surprise that Grootbos is a bucket list destination for anyone with an interest in botany. During a stay at this gorgeous reserve just outside the whale-watching capital of Hermanus, you will get to experience the fynbos and other flora intimately during a guided safari on board an open-top vehicle. Among the 800 plant-, 118 bird-, 29 mammal- and 21 amphibian species coexisting in this 2500 hectares of pristine wilderness, you are bound to uncover fascinating stories and watch the miracle of nature unfold all around you.
With the richest temperate flora in the world and six completely new species never discovered by science before, it’s no surprise that Grootbos is a bucket list destination for anyone with an interest in botany. During a stay at this gorgeous reserve just outside the whale-watching capital of Hermanus, you will get to experience the fynbos and other flora intimately during a guided safari on board an open-top vehicle. Among the 800 plant-, 118 bird-, 29 mammal- and 21 amphibian species coexisting in this 2500 hectares of pristine wilderness, you are bound to uncover fascinating stories and watch the miracle of nature unfold all around you.
With the richest temperate flora in the world and six completely new species never discovered by science before, it’s no surprise that Grootbos is a bucket list destination for anyone with an interest in botany. During a stay at this gorgeous reserve just outside the whale-watching capital of Hermanus, you will get to experience the fynbos and other flora intimately during a guided safari on board an open-top vehicle. Among the 800 plant-, 118 bird-, 29 mammal- and 21 amphibian species coexisting in this 2500 hectares of pristine wilderness, you are bound to uncover fascinating stories and watch the miracle of nature unfold all around you.
Bet you never knew we had a whole different set of Marine Big 5 too down here in South Africa? Well, we do… and you can meet them all during a Dyer Island Cruise with Marine Dynamics in Gansbaai. While you may encounter a whole range of intriguing creatures during the boat ride, these five are the real prize: whales, Great White shark, dolphins, African Penguin and Cape Fur Seal. Fortunately, the experienced crew on board have a well-practiced eye and will alert you to their presence as they surface. During the cruise, you will also get to learn all about their conservation efforts to protect and preserve marine wildlife.
Bet you never knew we had a whole different set of Marine Big 5 too down here in South Africa? Well, we do… and you can meet them all during a Dyer Island Cruise with Marine Dynamics in Gansbaai. While you may encounter a whole range of intriguing creatures during the boat ride, these five are the real prize: whales, Great White shark, dolphins, African Penguin and Cape Fur Seal. Fortunately, the experienced crew on board have a well-practiced eye and will alert you to their presence as they surface. During the cruise, you will also get to learn all about their conservation efforts to protect and preserve marine wildlife.
Bet you never knew we had a whole different set of Marine Big 5 too down here in South Africa? Well, we do… and you can meet them all during a Dyer Island Cruise with Marine Dynamics in Gansbaai. While you may encounter a whole range of intriguing creatures during the boat ride, these five are the real prize: whales, Great White shark, dolphins, African Penguin and Cape Fur Seal. Fortunately, the experienced crew on board have a well-practiced eye and will alert you to their presence as they surface. During the cruise, you will also get to learn all about their conservation efforts to protect and preserve marine wildlife.
Located on 5000 hectares of malaria-free scrubveld in the Great Karoo, Roam Private Game Reserve offers a safari experience that will connect you deeply to the most ancient landscapes in South Africa. The focus at Roam is on eco-tourism and providing visitors with the opportunity to experience the remote wilderness of the Karoo in all its glory. Expect otherworldly landscapes – endless plains, rocky outcrops and jagged far-off mountains –and an impressive array of endemic wildlife. Many of the animals you’ll spot here have been carefully reintroduced after centuries of commercial farming and hunting drove them out. The team at Roam have introduced a buffalo herd and cheetah – among others - into the reserve as part of ongoing conservation projects. Hop on board an open safari vehicle at dawn or dusk with a guide to experience the most magnificent views bathed in the most magical light.
Located on 5000 hectares of malaria-free scrubveld in the Great Karoo, Roam Private Game Reserve offers a safari experience that will connect you deeply to the most ancient landscapes in South Africa. The focus at Roam is on eco-tourism and providing visitors with the opportunity to experience the remote wilderness of the Karoo in all its glory. Expect otherworldly landscapes – endless plains, rocky outcrops and jagged far-off mountains –and an impressive array of endemic wildlife. Many of the animals you’ll spot here have been carefully reintroduced after centuries of commercial farming and hunting drove them out. The team at Roam have introduced a buffalo herd and cheetah – among others - into the reserve as part of ongoing conservation projects. Hop on board an open safari vehicle at dawn or dusk with a guide to experience the most magnificent views bathed in the most magical light.
Torn between a beach holiday and going to the bush? Well at Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve in the Eastern Cape, you can have both. During your stay at this exclusive lodge overlooking the Indian Ocean, you will be able to explore 7km of pristine, unspoilt beach at your leisure and join daily game drives through the indigenous vegetation in search of the 220 bird- and 30 animal species.
Torn between a beach holiday and going to the bush? Well at Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve in the Eastern Cape, you can have both. During your stay at this exclusive lodge overlooking the Indian Ocean, you will be able to explore 7km of pristine, unspoilt beach at your leisure and join daily game drives through the indigenous vegetation in search of the 220 bird- and 30 animal species.
