| ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES - HIGHLIGHTS |
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Southern Africa is regarded as one of the most exciting destinations on the planet. The adventures activities that are on offer here rival those found anywhere in the world, and the area is always busy with travellers looking to get an adrenalin fix. From insanely high bungee jumps, to canopy jumping in the trees of the Magaliesburg; from river rafting to kloofing; from skydiving to snowboarding, there is something for everyone. By no means exhaustive, these highlights can help you plan your special trip to the southern tip of Africa. |
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Eastern Cape |
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| Storms River Bridge, South Africa | Jump one of the highest commercial bungee jump in the world! Situated in the beautiful Tsitsikamma forest of the Eastern Cape, Storms River is a wonderful place for adventure and beauty. | |
Northern Cape |
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| River Rafting, Orange River, South Africa | Outdoor enthusiasts love what South Africa offers! River rafting along the Orange River is just one such exciting activity. | |
Gauteng |
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| Hot air balloon ride, Magaliesburg, South Africa | Experience something quite different! Enjoy spectacular views of the Magaliesburg while you gently ride the clouds and then finish off the experience over a champagne breakfast. | |
| Canopy Tours in Karkloof, Storms River and Magaliesburg, South Africa | Slide from tree top to tree top and from one platform to another that are suspended with steel cables. At 30m up, the birdlife and views are spectacular! | |
Neighbours and Further North |
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| Pony trekking, Lesotho | Explore the rugged beauty of the tiny mountain kingdom of Lesotho - the best way to experience breathtaking scenery, fresh air, San rock art and a chance to overnight with the local Basotho. | |
| Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi, Zimbabwe | A trip to Victoria Falls is incomplete without a relaxing 2 hr boat trip up the famous Zambezi River at sunset - seeing elephant swim; white rhino and giraffe on the Zambian bank, hippo and crocodiles lazing in with water. | |
| Elephant Back Safari, Zimbabwe | An Elephant Back Safari is an experience that you will never forget - ride, learn about and interact with these majestic creatures in a natural environment in the bush. | |
| Accommodation | If you are looking for accommodation anywhere in South Africa, the all new AA Travel Guides homepage is a great place to start your search. They have real-time booking online and good information on most South African towns including Cape Town, the Garden Route, Knysna, George, Durban, Sun City, Sabi Sands, and the Kruger National Park, as well as covering accommodation in the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia, Mozambique, Lesotho and Swaziland. Click here |