Secret places of South Africa

The towering dolerite rock formation known as the Valley of Desolation, an awe-inspiring sight. This geological phenomenon lies within the Camdeboo National Park in the Eastern Cape.

Namaqualand is famous for its impressive fields of Namaqua daisies and other wildflowers. This beautiful region of South Africa was made famous by nature photographer, Freeman Patterson. www.freemanpatterson.com/book8.htm www.namaqualand.com I visited Namaqualand in mid August to catch the wildflowers in bloom. The weather was cold at night and cloudy during the day. Bring layers of clothing because it warmed up during the day and cooled off quickly at sunset.

Book a day trip up the spectacular Sani Pass into the tiny Kingdom of Lesotho, South Africa Full Post Source: – igori Related

Katse Dam, Lesotho by Christian Schmidt

Nestled in the unspoiled surroundings of the Drakensberg mountain range lies Cathedral Peak Hotel, one of South Africa’s premier resort hotels.

Nog nooit zoveel stilte gehoord als bij de drie rondavels bij Graskop.

Blyde River Canyon, located in Mpumalanga, Africa is one of the largest and greenest canyons in the world.

Maloti Mountains, Lesotho - by Fezekile Futhwa

Policemen's Helmet along the Gorge Walk in the Royal Natal National Park. It is in the KwaZulu Natal province of South Africa and forms part of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site.

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Three Sisters - South Africa

This beautiful valley can be found to the north of the Karoo National Park, yet not very accessible because it's on private property. Beaufort West district, South Africa

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Rock Formation, Kenton, South Africa