Plan your travel for 2026
Road trips reward careful planning. Mapping your route, timing drives, and choosing stops wisely transform a journey into a seamless adventure.
Experiences & Activities
Things to do, must-see attractions, scenic routes and off-the-beaten-path adventures to consider.
Start saving now for travelling later
Starting a travel fund now opens space for exciting journeys later in the year.
Seven ways of turning the journey back from Cape Town to Gauteng into a memorable part of your holiday
The drive from Cape Town back to Gauteng does not have to signal the end of a holiday, but can become part of the holiday.
Mbombela (Nelspruit) - Capital city and holiday destination
Mbombela, the capital of Mpumalanga, blends Lowveld ease with civic presence and natural beauty.
Are you spending Christmas Day on the road?
Spending Christmas Day on the road reveals a quieter, more grounded version of the season. Across SA’s long routes and changing landscapes, travel becomes part of the celebration rather than a delay to it.
Beyond the Big Five: Five unexpected reasons to linger in the Lowveld of Mpumalanga
Ten unmissable experiences along Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route
Follow Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route along the edge of the escarpment for beautiful waterfalls, canyon viewpoints, and historic towns.