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Winter Bucket-List Breaks: The 6 Experiences Worth Travelling for This Season
The winter chill has set in across South Africa, but rather than hiding indoors this season, travellers are increasingly looking for meaningful escapes that take advantage of this beautiful season. From holidays that focus on rest and relaxation to those that celebrate the great outdoors and family time, there are many ways to enjoy these cooler months.
According to Tony Hazel, Executive at the Beekman Group, South Africa’s diversity is what makes winter travel so compelling:
“South Africa really comes into its own in winter. Our landscapes shift dramatically from region to region, with snow-capped mountains in the Drakensberg, open bushveld skies in our game reserves, and warm coastal waters along the KZN coastline. There’s truly something for everyone, it’s just a matter of knowing which destination to pick for your ultimate winter getaway.”
Hazel has shared his six signature winter experiences designed around what travellers can do, see and feel this season.
1. KwaZulu-Natal Winter Beaches & Sardine Run Experiences
Winter on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline is remarkably different from anywhere else. The warmer Indian Ocean means that swimming, surfing, and all other water-based sports are still very much available.
“On the KZN South Coast, winter is the season of the world-famous Sardine Run, where shimmering shoals attract dolphins, sharks and diving birds in one of nature’s most dramatic marine events,” says Hazel. “Add in warm winter days and uncrowded beaches, and the...
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