Rovos Rail Vs. The Blue Train
South Africa has two luxury trains: Rovos Rail and The Blue Train. Both offer a very relaxing way of crossing the landscape of South Africa and both will give you an unforgettable experience. The Blue
Kruger National Park vs Greater Kruger Park
The Greater Kruger Park (GKP) refers to over 20 private game reserves, whilst the Kruger National Park (KNP) is a 20,000 km2 area right next to it. Greater Kruger Park The term Greater Kruger
Aquila and Inverdoorn Safari
If you're looking for a first time safari experience close to Cape Town, you may find yourself choosing from either Aquila or Inverdoorn Private Game Reserves. In this post, we briefly explain the differences between the
Kids along the Garden Route
You may have thought that travelling through the Garden Route would not be suitable for your children. Well, not exactly. Along the Garden Route, there are plenty of places to visit with your children. In
Kids in the Cape Winelands
Popular activities for kids in the Winelands are strawberry picking and grape juice tastings. But these are just a few examples of what children can do in this stunning region. Who knew that there are
New Robben Island requirements
Robben Island has implemented new requirements for those wishing to visit the island, this comes on the back of a near tragedy with ferry Thandi a few months ago in rough seas. All clients must
Why book multiple day tours with African Blue Tours?
With Cape Town offering so much variety to be experienced on any visit, we have compiled a few reasons why we feel you should consider booking multiple day tours with African Blue Tours. In Cape
Table Mountain Cableway closure dates 2018
For those that will be visiting the lovely Mother City in July or August this year, its good to know that the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company has announced it will be closing once again
What to bring on Safari?
It’s happening! After all this time you will finally go on a Safari: Game Drives, the Big Five and maybe even a Safari Walk are on the top of your list, but ... what do
African Penguins
Penguins are normally seen surrounded by snow, ice and cold conditions. But there is one species however, that likes the sun just as much as we do. While most penguins are huddling up to stay
The Addo Elephant Park
The Addo Elephant Park is one of the most popular attractions in South Africa and home to the Big 5. The Addo Elephant National Park was established in 1931 and is located in the Eastern
Water Shortage in South Africa
South Africa is suffering from a water shortage. Since January 2016 the City of Cape Town has declared water restrictions. These affect institutes, residents but also tourists. The rainfall per m² in SA is between
Travelling with children from or to South Africa ?
An unfortunate daily occurrence at airports around the world are families that are destined for a South African holiday being denied for not having the correct documentation for their children, which ends in heartache for
The Kruger National Park
The most famous game viewing area in South Africa is the world-renowned Kruger National Park, in Mpumalanga. At about 350km long, and on average, 60km wide – makes it about the same size as Wales.
Full Day Winelands Tour
On Friday I was lucky enough to visit the Winelands for the first time. I accompanied some guests and clients from The Bay Atlantic Guest House on a private Full Day Winelands Tour and really
Mandela’s connection with the Mother City
Nelson Mandela is my hero and I love, respect and admire him dearly! As South Africans, we ALL owe our freedom to his compassion, vision and sense of humanity. Mr Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela worked tirelessly
Cape Town to Cape Agulhas promises a one-of-a-kind experience
As a new Capetonian and former East Londoner (that little dorp on the Eastern Cape coast near the newly famed Port Elizabeth), you can imagine how much fun I’m having in theMother City. The number