
The sabre-toothed Otter Trail
There's nothing soft about South Africa's most popular hiking trail, says Alison Westwood.
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The gods must be crazy
Gerrit Rautenbach joined a trek into Zimbabwe to see if travel to this beautiful country is still possible.
Where the cosmic clock dips out
Mount Ceder is a gateway to a world where life keeps reinventing itself. By Marion Whitehead
High into the hills with a travelling turtle
Don Pinnock takes a camper van into the awesome Cederberg Wilderness Area.
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Where leatherbacks go to dream
Magical iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a safe haven for sea critters. By Lisa Johnston
Hike the trails of Makhado
The two-day Soutpansberg hike takes you through forests and plantations. By Tim Hartwright
The day Makana came for breakfast
Great acts of courage won the day in the Battle of Grahamstown. By Khumo Ntoane
African impressions
A portfolio of veteran photographer Günther Komnick's finest work.

Getaway Gallery
Our readers' winning pictures this month.
A different perspective
Peter Pinnock presents his top underwater shots plus photo tips.
How to win a photo competition
Evan Haussmann gives some insider help.
Treat yourself
From aromatic Persian food in Magoebaskloof to pampering in the Cape Winelands.
Quick escapes
Places to stay near Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Dispatches
Don't leave home without them.
Clarke's Lark
James Clarke is overtaken by an irresistable urge.
Gear
Best digital SLRs under R10k.
Travelling tales
Justin Fox has another Valentine's Day assignment.
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