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Augrabies Falls National Park<\/strong><\/h4>\nSouth Africa<\/a> is home to some of the most incredible safari experiences Africa has to offer, from Kruger National Park to Table Mountain National Park. With all this nature around, you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice. But South Africa also has a whole host of unique and exciting places that are off the beaten track. Here are some of our favourite South African treasures that you should visit the next time you find yourself in this incredibly diverse country.<\/p>\nThe Augrabies Falls National Park<\/a> is often overlooked because it doesn\u2019t play host to the Big Five, but it has a unique and diverse ecosystem all of its own and it\u2019s well worth a visit. The waterfall is incredible to behold, thundering 60 metres into a gorge below. As well as the waterfall, you can also see the Moon Rock, which provides stunning panoramic views of the landscape, and the Kokerboom, from which branches were taken by the Bushmen to make quivers for their arrows. For a truly magical experience, stay until the sun goes down, to stargaze and witness the wonders of the galaxy.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nCradle of Humankind World Heritage Site<\/strong><\/h4>\n![\"Cradle](\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/CradleHumankind.jpg\")
<\/a>Cradle of Humankind<\/p><\/div>\n
Just over an hour\u2019s drive from Johannesburg, the Cradle of Humankind<\/a> World Heritage Site contains some of the most significant human fossils found in South Africa. As well as this, there are the Sterkfontein caves, which are some of the main fossil sites, and the Wondercave, the 3rd<\/sup> largest chamber in South Africa. Be sure to also visit the Maropeng visitor centre to see the exhibition on human development.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nStanford<\/strong><\/h4>\n![\"Stanford](\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Stanford.jpg\")
<\/a>Stanford Village<\/p><\/div>\n
Lesser known than some of the other towns close by, like Hermanus, Stanford<\/a> is a small laid back village with a lot to offer. Located on the banks of the Klein River, you\u2019ll never be far away from nature. With over 200 bird species to spot, you can bird watch at your leisure. There are also river cruises available, as well as kayaking and horse riding activities. If you enjoy drinking wine, you can take part in one of the many wine-tasting sessions at the local estates in the area. The village also has a range of adorable cafes, excellent restaurants, and treasure-filled antique shops for you to explore. Whatever you do, you\u2019re sure to be entranced by Stanford\u2019s relaxed atmosphere.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nSani Pass<\/strong><\/h4>\n![\"Sani](\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/SaniPass.jpg\")
<\/a>Sani Pass<\/p><\/div>\n
The Augrabies Falls National Park<\/a> is often overlooked because it doesn\u2019t play host to the Big Five, but it has a unique and diverse ecosystem all of its own and it\u2019s well worth a visit. The waterfall is incredible to behold, thundering 60 metres into a gorge below. As well as the waterfall, you can also see the Moon Rock, which provides stunning panoramic views of the landscape, and the Kokerboom, from which branches were taken by the Bushmen to make quivers for their arrows. For a truly magical experience, stay until the sun goes down, to stargaze and witness the wonders of the galaxy.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Cradle of Humankind<\/p><\/div>\n Just over an hour\u2019s drive from Johannesburg, the Cradle of Humankind<\/a> World Heritage Site contains some of the most significant human fossils found in South Africa. As well as this, there are the Sterkfontein caves, which are some of the main fossil sites, and the Wondercave, the 3rd<\/sup> largest chamber in South Africa. Be sure to also visit the Maropeng visitor centre to see the exhibition on human development.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Stanford Village<\/p><\/div>\n Lesser known than some of the other towns close by, like Hermanus, Stanford<\/a> is a small laid back village with a lot to offer. Located on the banks of the Klein River, you\u2019ll never be far away from nature. With over 200 bird species to spot, you can bird watch at your leisure. There are also river cruises available, as well as kayaking and horse riding activities. If you enjoy drinking wine, you can take part in one of the many wine-tasting sessions at the local estates in the area. The village also has a range of adorable cafes, excellent restaurants, and treasure-filled antique shops for you to explore. Whatever you do, you\u2019re sure to be entranced by Stanford\u2019s relaxed atmosphere.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Sani Pass<\/p><\/div>\nCradle of Humankind World Heritage Site<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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<\/a>Sani Pass<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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