Take a virtual tour from the streets of Cape Town to beach-loving bulls
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Amazing overlanding adventures
 
 

A world in one country

 
 
  This week’s virtual journey takes us to South Africa - a land of spectacular scenery, amazing wildlife and fascinating cultures. Discover the remarkable tale of the cattle that like to paddle, cook some classic recipes and explore from the comfort of your own home.  
 
 
   
 

Game changer

Touring South Africa by campervan

Let Jamie Lafferty take you on a virtual tour from Johannesburg to the Kruger national park including a close encounter with an elephant.
 

Cooking the Cape Malay way

The foodie traveller

Get some culinary inspiration as Tina Walsh learns to cook the Cape Malay way, a cuisine which combines African, Malaysian and Indonesian flavours.
 
Mrs Verwoerd’s koeksisters

Mrs Verwoerd’s koeksisters

From the archives

Make yourself a cup of redbush tea and try your hand at these traditional Afrikaner cakes - once served to Nelson Mandela by Mrs Verwoerd.
 
Karen Dudley

Why I love Cape Town

Karen Dudley

The chef explains what makes her hometown so special - from the dazzling vistas to the fantastic food.
 
Alternative South Africa

Alternative South Africa

From the archives

Our Alternative South Africa series from 2016 gives you a chance to explore the country through the eyes of locals with tips on food, culture and more...
 
Shepherd's pie

A South African shepherd’s pie

Thomasina Miers

Dinner is sorted - enjoy a spicy twist on shepherd’s pie with Thomasina’s nanna’s recipe for a South African classic, bobotie.
 
Bulls

The beach loving bulls of Pondoland

In pictures

Discover the strange sight of cattle enjoying a paddle on South Africa’s wild coast with photographer Christopher Rimmer’s stunning images.
 
South Africa holidays

Feeling inspired

Explore our South Africa holidays

From big-five safaris to cycling in the Drakensberg mountains, plan ahead for your own South African adventure...
 
 
 
 
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