Category Archives: Guide

From the exterior of the market there is no real way to make out what is inside, but walk up any of the passages, and you are entering a mixed world of imported curios, beautiful jewelry, and knocked-off brands.  The market square is cobbled, and the passages are narrow enough that the colorful canvas roofs […]

Cape Town is a noted business tourism destination, with a number of world-class conference centers available to suit both small and large events. Safari Guide Africa has experience putting together small, medium and large corporate events in South Africa. If you or your company are interested in setting up an event in Cape Town, please […]

So you are ready and packed for your great adventure into some of Africa’s most pristine environments to come and explore a true African safari like no other. There will be so much to see and do during your getaway in the bush, especially when it comes to seeing the BIG FIVE that you really […]

Gansbaai is a pretty fishing village, near Hermanus, with a small human population, and a considerable shark population. Gansbaai has made a name for itself as the best place in the world for shark cage diving, offering the highest chance of multiple encounters and crystal clear, warm waters. While many shark varieties inhabit the seas […]

An African safari has a high priority in many people’s lives “to do” lists, but safaris are consistently portrayed as being for able-bodied outdoor enthusiasts. However, safaris and other adventure activities for disabled people and those with limited mobility are a rapidly growing market, and there are more options now than ever. Even so, the decision […]

Stepping onto the “M.V. Mangunda” was like being absorbed into an other-worldly bubble. Though the road from Lake Malawi’s shore at Mangochi town to Liwonde was nearly empty of cars it was a nerve-wracking, two-hour drive as wandering dogs and goats, unpredictable ox-carts and overladen trucks, darting children, weaving bicyclists, preoccupied vendors and reckless mini-buses […]

A trip to South Africa doesn’t have to coincide with the seasons.  Cape Town is stunning in summer, and the Drakensberg is majestic covered in winter snows, but there are great reasons to visit all year round.   If you’re heading to South Africa out of peak season, you might be surprised at how much there is to do and see, […]