Adventure is always a critical part to have a successful South African Tour or Safari. When people think of Africa they also think of a great adventure.
South Africa gives new meaning to the word adventure with all the recreational activities and sports on offer. Some of the most popular activities are kayaking, snorkeling, swimming with dolphins, turtle tours, hot air balloon safaris, tree top canopy tours, game drives, night drives, walking safaris and many more.
Kayaking the waterways around the mangrove trees and see how many of the myriad of bird species you can find. You can also venture through the surf to the offshore reefs. Rated as one of the best snorkelling spots on the planet, Kosi Bay mouth offers sightings of various tropical species like Devil Fire Fish, Honey comb eels, small rays and a variety of reef species you’d expect to see far out at sea!
This is an excellent spot for people who’ve never snorkelled before, as the bay offers calm waters and a gentle current to carry you along as you marvel at the fish below.
Kosi Bay is the heart of the turtle nesting area in South Africa.
Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles venture out of the oceans on land during the summer months Oct – Feb to lay batches of eggs on the beach.These fascinating creatures are highly endangered and this walking tour is rated as one of the top wildlife experiences on a South African Safari or Tour.
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Hot Air Ballooning is the safest aviation sport in the world and a very romantic activity. You’re sipping fine champagne while hovering gently above the tree tops of the beautiful Magalies River Valley, or drifting majestically high above the Magaliesberg range, just 45 km north of Johannesburg’s northern suburbs, a region boasting some of the best ballooning weather in the world. The exceptional peace of this unique and almost supernatural view of the world will forever remain as a truly cherished memory.
The MAGALIESBERG CANOPY TOUR is a unique eco-adventure that takes clients on a 2,5 hour tour down the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof, set in the ancient Magaliesberg Mountains. Eleven platforms have been built against the cliffs and rock faces of the kloof and are joined by long steel cables that clients slide along to reach the next platform.
Much like a “foefie” slide, the canopy tour essentially involves zigzagging down the kloof while stopping at each platform to admire the expansive views and surrounding ecology. Two trained canopy guides assure the safety of each participant while describing interesting facts about the indigenous plants, bird life, ecology and geology of the area.
There is always risk involved in adventure activities and sports therefore thorough preparation is essential. You should know exactly what to expect and what could happen. Always make sure the activity has the necessary safety requirements and that it is approved. Ask them for previous client comments or if you know someone who has done the activity, don’t be afraid to ask about their experience.
These activities are definitely a must on any South African Tour and Safari.