Africa Action & adventure, Art, Historical, Modern architecture + Water sports pictures

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Cycle like a local, go snorkeling near rocky outcrops and beachcomb through the seaweed harvest along this secluded haven of tranquility.

Inspect the intriguing features of this historic beacon of light and talk to one of the last full-time light keepers in South Africa.

Enjoy the solitude and scenery and learn of the horrors of shipwrecks off the foggy and perilous West African coast.

Immerse yourself in an interesting mix of African, Arabian, Indian and European culture in this island off Africa’s eastern coast. Visit its beautiful beaches too.

Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down. 

Enjoy the delights of the wine grapes, restaurants and majestic lodgings in one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.

Immerse yourself in an interesting mix of African, Arabian, Indian and European culture in this island off Africa’s eastern coast. Visit its beautiful beaches too.

South African, African and Western European art are the big stars of this cultural attraction. Study hundreds of years of work by prominent artists.

Cool down with a swim in a natural pool and embark on a rhino-tracking excursion in this scenic and fascinating park.

Learn about extinct and modern land and sea animals and ponder the mysteries of the universe at this popular Cape Town institution.

Cool down with a swim in a natural pool and embark on a rhino-tracking excursion in this scenic and fascinating park.

Enjoy the solitude and scenery and learn of the horrors of shipwrecks off the foggy and perilous West African coast.

Cycle like a local, go snorkeling near rocky outcrops and beachcomb through the seaweed harvest along this secluded haven of tranquility.

Sunbathe by the ocean, watch for marine wildlife and ride waves on one of the Western Cape’s best beaches.

Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

Cool down with a swim in a natural pool and embark on a rhino-tracking excursion in this scenic and fascinating park.

South African, African and Western European art are the big stars of this cultural attraction. Study hundreds of years of work by prominent artists.

Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.