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Known as the perfect stop on the way down the N2 to Plett or George, this is a town long overlooked as a destination in and of itself. Yet, this is a town that offers more than just a pretty short stopover in the Overberg.

Take your time and explore some of the most spectacular Road Trips possible (in South Africa, but also - fortunately for us - in the world)! Looking for some inspiration on which route to take? Here is the “Long” and the “Short” of it.

Just north of Mbombela, at an elevation of about 1,200 m above sea level, lies the small town of White River, a town perfect for exploring in both summer and winter. Here is a short guide on the highlights not to miss.

Whilst not exactly a hidden gem... this is more of a crown jewel for Cape Town day trips. Small town charm under 30 min from the centre of Cape Town city that always feels like the ultimate holiday town, even if it is just for a morning, but ideally a full day.

The majestic Blyde River Canyon is the centre point of one of the most beautiful regions of the country, combining as it does, a fascinating history, unsurpassed natural beauty and an abundance of wildlife and adventure activities to satisfy all tastes and ages.

Graaff-Reinet is a town well associated with the vast openness of the Karoo, with sheep farms the size of some European countries, as well as the craggy Sneeuberg Mountain Range that surrounds this town.