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Why one visit to Africa is not enough?

Date : 19 Aug 2016
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Africa is adventure capital of the world.There is so much to do in this country that a person needs several visits just to scratch the surface. From safaris to caves, marine life to scenery, this part of the land has it all, in fact, more than that! Immerse yourself in the rhythms, tastes and colors of Africa with Adventure Life.

Why one visit to Africa is not enough?

1. Grand History

If you like learning about great history then South Africa has a story that you would be amazed to learn about. The human race is of African origin. The oldest known skeletal remains of anatomically modern humans were excavated at sites in East Africa. Human remains were discovered at Omo in Ethiopia that was dated at 195,000 years old, the oldest known in the world.

2. Cape Town

South Africa’s top tourist destination has lots of beautiful coastlines and beaches nearby, many whales watching tours and amazing scenery. Slowly rotating cable cars climb to the mountain’s flat top, from which there are sweeping views of the city, the busy harbor, and boats heading for Robben Island in Table Bay. It's beautiful, it's filled with culture and modern living, Cape Town has everything from markets to boutiques and it has the adventure.

3.  Dive in blue waters

The most adventurous thing to do in South Africa is Cage Diving with Great White Sharks! Sharks are an endangered species and the more people understand the shark and learn to love them rather than fear them, the better of the entire ecosystem will be.

Why one visit to Africa is not enough?

4. Safari

South Africa is full of wildlife and adventure. So safari is something must if you are visiting Africa. There are many private lodges to choose from, with all the ranges and facilities.

5. An Ostrich Ride

It does sound weird, But when in South Africa, it is a must. Cango Ostrich farm in Africa is the place where you learn how they are raised, how useful they are! If you want to ride an ostrich you have to weigh less than 65 kilos!

6. Canopy Tour

In South Africa,  Canopy Tours have zip lining adventures all around. Canopy Tours involve sliding from one high-level forest platform to another along a steel cable suspended up to thirty meters above the forest floor. Travelers those of you who really take pleasure in nature, South African Canopy Tours are must do. After all visiting Africa is staying in nature and live it fully.

7. Johannesburg

Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and the largest city in the world not located by a river, ocean or lake. A neat fact about this city is that it also has 10 million trees (more trees than people) and is home to the biggest man-made forest in the world. 

Why one visit to Africa is not enough?

8. St. Lucia

St. Lucia is a small town is mainly a hub for the Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park. The park has 1,200 Nile Crocodiles and almost 800 Hippopotami. Other animals include leopards, Greater Kudu, Black Rhinos, rich avifauna and numerous invertebrates.

9.  Food

Bobotie is a South African dish that has Cape Malay origins. It consists of spiced minced meat baked with an egg-based topping. South African food celebrates a rich heritage and natural bounty of seafood, meat, game, and plants. Those in search of authentic South African cuisine have to look harder for those few establishments that specialize in it. South Africa is also big on beer production

10. The Blue Train

If you are not on a budget tour, this is something you should not miss. The Blue Train travels an approximately 1,600-kilometre journey in South Africa between Pretoria and Cape Town. It is one of the most luxurious train journeys in the world. The service is promoted as a "magnificent moving five-star hotel" by operators, who note that kings and presidents have traveled on it.

Why one visit to Africa is not enough?

11. River Cruise

African river cruises offer some of the world's most amazing opportunities for wildlife discovery. Classic African tours include safari cruises down the Chobe River in Botswana, luxury small boat cruises down the Nile to the Great Pyramids, gorilla tracking in Rwanda and Uganda and many other setups are there.

12. Kayaking

South Africa is blessed with rivers, mesmerizing scenery, and a climate made for the outdoors enthusiast, so if you're looking for action of the paddling variety, you're in for a treat. The most popular river for canoeing, rafting, and kayaking is the Orange, which forms the country's northern border with Namibia. There are ample of camps and groups who organize these activities. It can be chosen according to budget and accessibility.