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Caravan Travel Stories

South Africa offers some of the most diverse and breathtaking landscapes, making it an ideal destination for caravan travel enthusiasts. Whether you’re a family looking for a memorable vacation or an adventurer seeking scenic views and off-the-beaten-path experiences, we’ve got you covered with our guide to the top caravan travel routes in South Africa.

  1. Top Caravan Travel Routes in South Africa
    Start your journey by exploring the most scenic caravan travel routes South Africa has to offer. From the Garden Route with its stunning coastline and lush forests to the rugged beauty of the Karoo, these routes offer a combination of adventure and natural beauty. Discover coastal caravan travel routes that are perfect for beach lovers, or head inland for a quiet retreat among mountains and plains.
  2. Best Caravan Travel Destinations for Families
    Traveling with the family? South Africa boasts a variety of family-friendly caravan destinations. Enjoy the convenience and fun of parks like Forever Resort Badplaas or ATKV Drakensville, which offer plenty of kid-friendly activities, including water parks, game drives, and hiking trails. These spots provide a balance of relaxation and adventure, ensuring the entire family has an unforgettable caravan holiday.
  3. Coastal Caravan Travel Guides in South Africa
    If you’re a fan of the ocean, our coastal caravan travel guide will help you find the best beachside caravan parks. Consider heading to Jeffrey’s Bay, famous for its surfing and laid-back vibe, or the wild coastline of Transkei, where you can camp with views over dramatic cliffs and sandy beaches. These coastal destinations combine beach life with the comfort of caravan camping, offering everything you need for a relaxed yet adventurous vacation.
  4. Budget-Friendly Caravan Travel Tips
    Caravan travel doesn’t have to break the bank. With some smart planning, you can explore South Africa’s diverse landscapes without overspending. Look out for off-peak travel deals, and consider staying in budget-friendly caravan parks that still offer great amenities. From self-catering caravan camps to locations with free outdoor activities like hiking and fishing, there are plenty of ways to save money while having a great time.
  5. Scenic Caravan Travel Spots in Mpumalanga
    For those seeking a truly scenic experience, head to Mpumalanga. Known for its lush landscapes and breathtaking views, this region offers top caravan travel spots like Sabie, where you can set up camp amidst towering waterfalls, or the Panorama Route, where the dramatic views of God’s Window and the Blyde River Canyon will leave you speechless. Mpumalanga is the perfect place for nature lovers who want to soak up South Africa’s beauty while travelling in the comfort of their caravan.

Whether you’re seeking family-friendly caravan destinations, coastal caravan travel routes, or budget-friendly travel tips, South Africa offers something for everyone. Make sure to plan ahead, pick the right routes, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination. Happy caravanning!

boteti ferry

Beauty at the Boteti

I was fast asleep, but woke to a tremendous racket. The sound of tins (or something) clattering about was interspersed with a series of loud grunts and snuffles.

Camp and hike the Garden Route

Whether you prefer camping next to the river, in the forest, or at the ocean, there’s something for everyone in the Garden Route National Park.

Elephant Sands Uwe Bockmann

Unfenced in Africa

Australian couple Uwe Bockmann and Meg Stuart are almost halfway through their Southern Africa trip, travelling in their EarthCruiser EXP motorhome.

Trouble on the way

Trouble on the way

Angus Barnard’s bi-annual stay in the Kruger National Park in May for five weeks was

Land of history & legends

The popular tourist destination of Sabie lies about four hours’ drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria. This forestry town on the banks of the Sabie River in Mpumalanga is very well known among caravanners as it is only 64 km from the Kruger National Park.

First time at Vyftienmylse- berg

First time at Vyftienmylse- berg

Back in the early seventies, I fell in love with Namaqualand. It was during the first varsity vacation that I went there, after a friend had said: “There’s plenty of work in Tsumeb… hike up?”

Subtropical Paradise

Subtropical Paradise

[Travel] With a Volkswagen Kombi and “rock n roll” teardrop caravan, we head to the coast of northern KwaZulu-Natal.

Camping: Skipper get-together

I recently went on a trip to the South Coast (see Caravan & Outdoor Life issue 666), but before my solo travels got underway, I joined a gathering of Skipper Tent Trailer owners.

Circling Lesotho

On Friday, 26 May 2017, we headed out from our home in False Bay in the Cape. Our planned journey would take us all the way through the Western Cape, across the Eastern Cape, and up the KZN south coast (we were chasing the warm weather)

Motor-homing through the first flowers of spring

‘First’ flowers of Spring

The words of the iconic Paul Seeger song kept running through my head. ‘Where have all the flowers gone?’ I was heading out from the ouskip Caravan Park in Melkbosstrand onto the R27 West Coast Road.

Travel: South Coast in a Skipper

I love camping, whether I’m in a motorhome, caravan or tent. One of my favourite little chaps is a mix of a trailer, a tent and a caravan – the Skipper Tent Trailer.

Travel: Double delight in Mossel Bay

When you bum is blue with cold in your home in the Overberg, the chance of a trip to the “best weather” in South Africa is a heart-warming thought. (Or would that be butt-warming?)

Travel: Chobe Safari

‘A safari in the traditional style… an unhurried journey.’ This is how Jannie Rykaart described the trip he had planned for us.

Travel: Battle lessons

By Tokkie & Maureen van der Westhuizen Our third destination as retired campers was Dundee,

Travel: Three Weeks, Three Countries

My wife, Angela, and I initially intended to do a trip to Namibia and Botswana on our own, towing our Fendt caravan and sticking mostly to tar roads

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