Cape Town Travel
Cape Town, the "Mother City" of South Africa. A holiday in Cape Town is not just about great beaches, scenery and food; it is a step back in time. At Uyaphi.com we invite you to one of the most visually stunning, culturally diverse and historic cities on the African continent.Kruger National Park
The Greater Kruger region of South Africa is one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations, with safari lodges and camps suited for all budgets and tastes.
The "Big 5" sighting and experience that the Kruger National Park, Timbavati, and Sabi Sand offer is unrivalled in Southern Africa.
Madikwe Travel Guide
The "Malaria Free" Madikwe Game Reserve is the fourth largest game reserve in South Africa and is home to exceptional wildlife and birdlife sightings year-round. The game reserve is the perfect "Big 5" safari destination for families, single travellers, romantics, honeymooners, and photographers. The Madikwe in the northeast of the country, bordering Botswana, will be the perfect addition to any South African safari itinerary.KwaZulu Natal Travel
The Kingdom of the Zulu, KwaZulu Natal South Africa is the melting pot of African, European and Indian cultures in South Africa. A popular holiday destination for holidaymakers from other provinces flocking to its sandy shores and incredible surf. The province is famed for the Drakensberg, the Midlands Meander, Battlefields and Zululand.Eastern Cape Travel
A land of rolling hills, endless sweeps of rocky coves, sandy beaches, towering mountains and "Malaria Free" game reserves. Mountain Zebra National Park, Addo Elephant National Park, Shamwari Game Reserve, Amakala Game Reserve and Port Elizabeth are some of the many destinations on offer.Garden Route Travel
The Garden Route of South Africa lies a few hours drive from Cape Town. The region is spectacularly rich in terms of establishments, scenery and activities; beaches, forests, lakes, lagoons and meandering rivers are all on offer. The Garden Route is the perfect add-on when visiting Cape Town.
South Africa Game Reserves
National Parks, private game reserves and wildlife orientated attractions in South Africa including Addo Elephant Park, Cape Point, Drakensberg, Hluhluwe Umfolozi, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Kruger National Park, Madikwe, Phinda, Sabi Sands, Table Mountain and Timbavati.Getting Around South Africa
With an area of 1 221 037 km², 747 014 km's of roads and 474 airports, South Africa is rather large. But you might be surprised to learn that navigating oneself across the country is rather easy. Here we showcase the more popular options available when travelling.Getting To South Africa
Most of the Worlds large (and even smaller) airlines fly directly or indirectly into several South African international airports. There are numerous daily flights from around the World as a result of the country being one of Africa's more popular travel destinations.South Africa Safety Tips
This is an essential guide for safety tips while in any of the South African cities or on a safari in the African bushveld. Traveling around South Africa can and most probably will be safe, but as in any destination on the planet - listen to your instincts and use common sense.South Africa Visa Requirements
South Africa visa requirement information, who needs visas, who does not (everyone does), when travelling with children under the age of 18 as well as what vaccinations are required. This a small yet informative page on what is taken to get into the country as a traveller.South Africa Weather
South Africa is famous for her sunshine and for good reason, the country enjoys a temperate and pleasant climate year round. On this page, you will find information on weather in certain areas of the country as well as weather-based websites and weather applications for your mobile devices.South Africa Map
A South African travel map in which we list most (if not all) of the hotels, B&B's, guesthouses, safari lodges and camps that we feature on Uyaphi.com. In the not too distant future, we will bee adding attractions, destinations as well as points of interest and national parks to this map. It is going to get rather big :)
Kids On Safari In The Madikwe, South Africa
Kids In The Madikwe, a game reserve that offers up some of the best Big 5 sightings, a malaria-free area and a reserve that hosts some of the best family and child-friendly establishments in Southern Africa.
This is the Madikwe Game Reserve.
Cape Town Sightseeing Bus
Like most major cities in the world, the City Sightseer offers travellers several options to take in all the attractions, over several different routes. If you are short on time, then this has to be one of the best and budget-friendly ways to see the City of Cape Town -The City Sightseer Bus.Helicopter Flight over Cape Town
While in Cape Town and looking for that one simply amazing 'Treat', look no further than Helicopter Flight Over Cape Town. Taking off near the V&A Waterfront and following a few flight paths, the longer the duration, the more the cost.Constantia Valley Wine Route
Constantia Valley Wine Route has some of the best whites, reds and bubbles in the Western Cape, as well as award-winning restaurants, the views across the valley, Cape flats and onto Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch in the far distance. A must-visit when in Cape Town.Norval Foundation South Africa
Norval Foundation South Africa opened in April 2018; it quickly became another driving force in the celebration of art in Cape Town. The Norval Foundation features not only South African artists but artists from the entire African continent.Kirstenbosch, Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway
Kirstenbosch Gardens, sight, sound, smell and touch - these gardens always seem to surprise me with something new. When you think you have seen it all, the Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway presents itself, and the gardens are seen in a whole new light.Singita Sweni Lodge Review
Are you looking to immerse yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime African safari experience? Look no further than the iconic Singita Sweni Lodge.
As one of South Africa’s premier safari lodges, Singita Sweni offers stunningly luxurious accommodations and an abundance of exciting wildlife sightings that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Greater Kruger Family Safari
"How many more sleeps?” this became our son's wake-up call as the days neared his first ‘safari’ to the Greater Kruger National Park.
James and I had decided to combine a bit of family time with a quick update of the 'family friendly safari lodges' in the greater Kruger area.