go! - South Africa - April/May 2023

In this issue

In this issue of go!: Kruger calling! - Your ultimate 10-day travel plan from south to north; Okavango - Meet Shakawe’s strawberry farmers, knife makers and donkey lovers; Riebeek-Kasteel - Escape to wine and olive country; Country pumpkin - Celebrate autumn with these recipes; Long Tom - Five great places to stay on the pass; Cederberg - Camp in splendid isolation at Moon River; Antarctica - Toast Coetzer sails south; Agulhas - Hike the empty beaches of De Mond Nature Reserve.

'The one who gathers knowledge'

For Moji Kitsi, the bush is the best teacher. We joined this inspirational wildlife education guide on one of his outings in the Waterberg.

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Holiday for one

Going on holiday all by yourself is just what you need to reset like a champion, writes Puno Selesho.

5 mins

Tour the Kruger like a pro

Plotting a holiday route in the Kruger Park can be challenging - it's bigger than some countries! Don't stress. Our 10-day travel plan will take you from south to north and you won't miss a thing. Let's go!

10+ mins

Long live Long Tom Pass!

Years ago, people crossed Long Tom Pass on foot and with ox-wagons, on their journey to the harbour at present-day Maputo. The old trade route has become a spectacular drive, with lots of interesting stops along the way. Here are five top places to stay.

9 mins

That Delta groove

It's a long drive with some donkeys to dodge - to the town of Shakawe in the far north of Botswana. To tourists, this area, called the Okavango Panhandle, offers an affordable, accessible introduction to the watery world of the Delta. Come along and meet some of the people who have made Shakawe their home.

10+ mins

Plans with pumpkin

From savoury to sweet, pumpkin and butternut in all their guises are oh so versatile. These dishes are perfect for your autumn table.

5 mins

Three new off-road options

Given our outdoorsy lifestyle and the fact that potholes on our roads are procreating like rabbits on honeymoon, a robust SUV or a double-cab bakkie makes much more sense than a low-slung sedan. Here are three options for different budgets.

3 mins

TAKE A HIKE - De Mond delight!

The Sterna Trail in De Mond Nature Reserve is a circular route for the whole family. It's 5.5 km long, on mostly flat terrain, and the views will take your breath away.

3 mins

In the valley of plenty

Riebeek-Kasteel might only be an hour and a half from Cape Town, but it feels like a different world. Those who call it home have rooted themselves in this valley's soil, sustained by the holy trinity of art, wine and community. Here's your guide.

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From bush to coral coast

Experience game viewing in the Kruger Park as well as Mozambique's palm-studded beaches on this amazing journey with Bhejane 4x4 Adventures.

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WHERE IN THE WORLD?

For a birder, nothing is as exciting as seeing a bird you don’t know. But many of us make the same mistake: We grab a bird guide and furiously start paging through the illustrations.

3 mins

Set sail for Antarctica!

At the bottom of the world lies a once-in-a-lifetime destination... But first, on his way to the Great White Continent, Toast Coetzer detoured to the Falkland Islands and ticked off a handful of lifers.

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go! - South Africa Magazine Description:

South Africa’s number one travel and outdoor lifestyle magazine. We pay our own way and tell it like it is. We drive back roads and speak to real people, giving you practical information about affordable destinations in southern Africa. Each issue is crammed with excellent photography, honest gear reviews and delicious recipes to make at home or in the bundu. Whether you’re looking to escape for a weekend or a month, your journey starts here.