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Health & wellness
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Sandton Sun Spa, Johannesburg
Influenced by both knowledge of the East and the home-grown wisdom of Africa, the Sandton Sun Spa entices with an exotic menu of treatments. more
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Ginkgo boutique spas
Ginkgo boutique spas, located at a number choice Western Cape locations, offer a tailor-made spa experience for the spa connoisseur. more
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Spiritual retreats in South Africa
South Africa has a tradition of spirituality that stretches back to the ancient San, so it only makes sense that the country would be home to some wonderful spiritual retreats. more
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Psychology retreats
Combining South Africa’s beautiful wilderness with psychology workshops is certainly one way of getting in touch with your feelings. more
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Pilgrim’s Rest Retreat at Jock Safari Lodge
There’s nothing quite like going to the bush to get away from it all – and at Jock Safari Lodge you can enjoy right royal pampering as part of your safari. more
Margaret Roberts Herbal Centre, Magaliesberg
South Africa’s herbal doyenne has created a beautiful sanctuary in which a spectacular herb garden takes centre stage. more
The Buddhist Retreat Centre
The Buddhist Retreat Centre in rural KwaZulu-Natal is the ideal place to truly put the world on hold, and reflect on the silence, beauty and tranquillity of this zen space. more
Top 10
Lakes and lagoons
1Lake St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal
Part of the iSimangaliso (Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park) World Heritage Site this is one of South Africa’s most scenic lake areas.
2Knysna Lagoon, Garden Route
One of the most scenic lagoons in the country – a combination of sea, lagoon and imposing mountains.
3Lake Sibaya, KwaZulu-Natal
The largest freshwater lake in South Africa has abundant hippos, crocs and birdlife.
4Langebaan Lagoon, West Coast, Western Cape
At the heart of the West Coast National Park, this lagoon is a great place for water sports.
5Swartvlei, Sedgefield, Garden Route
One of the largest lakes along the Garden Route, this lake is an important conservation area.
6De Hoopvlei, Western Cape
This natural vlei or lake boasts more than 200 species of birds situated in a fynbos-rich area near Bredasdorp in the Western Cape
7Heuningnes River Lagoon, Overberg, Western Cape
This tranquil tidal lagoon, situated near Cape Agulhas in the Western Cape, is surrounded by fynbos.
8Keurbooms Lagoon, Garden Route
You’ll find this scenic lagoon not too far from the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay. Visit the indigenous forests by boat.
9Kleinriviersvlei, Hermanus
A huge lagoon set against the mountains of Hermanus, a favourite spot for water sport enthusiasts.
10Lake Fundudzi, Limpopo
Steeped in myth and folklore this lake near the Soutpansberg region is sacred to the VhaVenda people.
