{"id":1034,"date":"2018-08-24T13:44:17","date_gmt":"2018-08-24T13:44:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/com.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/?p=1034"},"modified":"2022-05-19T12:58:02","modified_gmt":"2022-05-19T12:58:02","slug":"cape-town-to-durban-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/cape-town-to-durban-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Cape Town to Durban Road Trip: Explore the South African Coast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>South Africa can seem like a far-off destination for many&nbsp;travelers. Yet, those who visit usually find a reason to return. Countless visitors have fallen in love with South Africa and it happened to me when I drove this route in the south of the country. Economic hardships and fear of crime often hold people back, but once you have experienced South Africa you\u2019ll see these are far from its defining traits. The real Africa lies in its sublime landscapes, diverse wildlife, and ancient cultures, as well as&nbsp;the super friendly people who inhabit South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>Here I&#8217;m going to lay out a simple but long driving route starting in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/south-africa\/cape-town\/\">Cape Town<\/a> and following the coast all the way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/south-africa\/durban\/\">Durban<\/a>. It\u2019s a simple west to east drive, much of which done on the N2. However, the distance is considerable, making it perfect for a road trip from Cape Town.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1121 lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/com.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2018\/08\/South-Africa-Road-Trip-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2018\/08\/South-Africa-Road-Trip-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2018\/08\/South-Africa-Road-Trip-1-300x214.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>South Africa Road Trip:&nbsp;Cape Town to Durban<\/h2>\n<table style=\"width: 50%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>Driving Time<\/strong><\/th>\n<td>21 hours and 50 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>Distance<\/strong><\/th>\n<td>1,130 miles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m58!1m12!1m3!1d6932660.46974983!2d20.22798564678606!3d-31.958506013791947!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!4m43!3e0!4m5!1s0x1dcc500f8826eed7%3A0x687fe1fc2828aa87!2sCape+Town%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-33.924868499999995!2d18.4240553!4m5!1s0x1e78ea4096010cd9%3A0xbe2ab9e17550cecd!2sKnysna%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-34.035085599999995!2d23.0464693!4m5!1s0x1e791e14e51839cb%3A0x2ab87e87adeada8b!2sPlettenberg+Bay%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-34.0574892!2d23.364492499999997!4m5!1s0x1e796fbd2bc5ef43%3A0x1b457e56968c915d!2sStormsrivier%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-33.9592611!2d23.9447229!4m5!1s0x1e7a55fe316c8f35%3A0xd73923e546801f08!2sJeffreys+Bay%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-34.0506714!2d24.9101544!4m5!1s0x1e5e4206368b5b13%3A0xb287fe6f0b2fabba!2sCoffee+Bay%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-31.984902899999998!2d29.1492404!4m5!1s0x1ef7aa0001bc61b7%3A0xcca75546c4aa6e81!2sDurban%2C+South+Africa!3m2!1d-29.858680399999997!2d31.0218404!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sde!4v1535108523040\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"auto\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80342790\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80342790\">Stop 1:&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80342790\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80342790\">Cape Town<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>You could dedicate an entire trip to this city alone. Located on the very tip of the Western Cape, the&nbsp;laid-back&nbsp;city rests in the shadow of the iconic Table Mountain. With&nbsp;several&nbsp;universities and ongoing development into its shopping areas, nightlife and suburbs, Cape Town has become a bohemian heaven for surfers, artists, students and families.<\/p>\n<p>The scenery itself is breathtaking. One of the biggest draws are the number of&nbsp;hiking trails up Table Mountain, the&nbsp;neighboring&nbsp;mountain known as \u201cLion\u2019s Head\u201d, the Silver Mine national park, as well as one of the world\u2019s top-ranked botanical gardens, \u201cKirstenbosch\u201d. There are also some of the world\u2019s best beaches, such as Clifton, which offer instagram .&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you want to&nbsp;surf,&nbsp;then Muizenberg is where to start. It\u2019s a great place to learn and often has a decent set of waves for the more experienced. There are&nbsp;many&nbsp;rental shops to choose from too. Along the local main street are some great places for seafood including the more high-end&nbsp;Harbour&nbsp;House, and further down in Kalk Bay is the&nbsp;laid-back&nbsp;fish and chips&nbsp;spot, Brass Bell.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Cape Town Lions Head and Table Mountain\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-Cape-Town.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cape Town from above, with Lion&#8217;s head in the foreground and Table Mountain behind<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For nightlife, I&#8217;d recommended to get some beers along Kloof Street, a steep hill lined with cocktail bars and restaurants with Table Mountain looming grandly above. Bombay Bicycle Club is at the very top and a personal&nbsp;favorite, and if you follow the road down from Kloof Street after happy hour you\u2019ll find yourself on Long Street \u2013 the very&nbsp;center&nbsp;of the city.<\/p>\n<p>Along this street are a host of rooftop and balcony bars in colonial architecture playing music of all kinds, including live Rock and Indy or Electronic and Down Tempo, all performed by local and visiting artists. There are private security forces looking out for the crowds on weekends, so although you should feel free to walk around, it is recommended to stay in groups and not wander down empty side streets.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>A brief note:<\/strong> Less than an hour outside of Cape Town following the N2 and taking exit 33 onto the R310 you can reach Stellenbosch. This is a stunning university town surrounded by vineyards, making it the perfect day trip. Treat yourself to a tour around the wineries and have a gourmet lunch of local produce within the quiet town&nbsp;center.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Stellenbosch vineyard\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-Stellenbosch.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The view from a vineyard in Stellenbosch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80342790\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80342790\">Stop 2:&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW245967516\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245967516\">The Garden Route<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW245967516\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245967516\">Knysna, Plettenberg, and Storm\u2019s River<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW245967516\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>After you\u2019ve had your fill of Cape Town, it\u2019s time to take the Garden Route, named for its lush valleys and forests. Although you\u2019re not hugging the coast at this point you\u2019re certainly heading there. It\u2019s about 490 km (305 miles) along the N2, taking five and half hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Driving tip:<\/strong> the highway can dissipate into only two lanes. Occasionally,&nbsp;in order to&nbsp;pass slower vehicles or trucks, you will have to go into the oncoming traffic lane. It\u2019s like this for much of the trip. It may sound scary but resident drivers will often pull into the hard shoulder giving you space to pass when there\u2019s no oncoming traffic. Take your time and pass when you\u2019re sure. It\u2019s usually straight road with hills meaning you can see far enough ahead to pass stress-free. Make sure to give a short flash of the warning lights once you\u2019ve passed to say thanks to anyone who moved aside for you!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Coming into Knysna, you\u2019ll immediately notice the bay filled with people water skiing and fishing. At the end are two cliff sides facing each other acting as the entrance to the ocean. These are known as the Knysna \u201cHeads\u201d, with the East Head containing residences with cafes and beaches below it. The West Head contains hiking trails.<\/p>\n<p>Knysna is a quiet town surrounded by forest and a beautiful&nbsp;harbor&nbsp;filled with local craft shops and seafood restaurants. There\u2019s mountain biking, chartered yachts, and small beaches for&nbsp;snorkeling. Rest up, enjoy the sunsets and speak to the locals to see what\u2019s happening.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Knysna Lagoon\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-Knysna-lagoon.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Knysna Lagoon as seen from the Heads<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just 30 minutes out of Knysna down the N2 is Plettenberg Bay. Another small town on the coast but with a more vibrant beach bar culture. Depending on what you want you could stay either here or in Knysna; both have&nbsp;several&nbsp;hostels and B&amp;B\u2019s.&nbsp;Robberg&nbsp;Nature Reserve, a world heritage site, is a must see, with beaches and caves once used in the Stone Age.<\/p>\n<p>For the adrenaline junkies out there,&nbsp;as&nbsp;you continue your journey eastward along the N2 for another 40 km (25 miles) you\u2019ll pass Storm\u2019s River. It will be 200 m below as you go over Africa\u2019s largest bridge. Nestled under said bridge is Face Adrenalin, a&nbsp;world-famous&nbsp;bungee jumping spot. Take the leap, if you dare.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Bridge over Storm's River\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-Storms-River-Bunjee.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The bridge over Storm&#8217;s River where bungee jumping takes place<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80342790\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80342790\">Stop 3:&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267848559\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267848559\">Jeffrey\u2019s Bay<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Depending on whether you stayed in Knysna or Plettenberg, it\u2019s about 200 km (124 miles) on the N2 to Jeffrey\u2019s Bay. Although only a couple of hours into&nbsp;your journey,&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;recommended to rest here as there is an eight-hour drive ahead.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s good reason to stay at Jeffrey\u2019s Bay. It\u2019s home to a popular hostel called Island&nbsp;Vibe and&nbsp;has the best waves in South Africa. \u201cJ Bay\u201d hosts the annual Billabong surfing contest, drawing in the world\u2019s greatest surfers. There are discount surf shops with all the top brands, and the whole town feels like something out of 1970s California.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Tube city at Jeffrey's Bay\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-Jeffreys-Bay.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The world famous &#8220;Tube City&#8221; in Jeffrey&#8217;s Bay where the Billabong surf contest takes place<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">Now comes the real test of your driving stamina, but one that comes with a reward. However, if you want to split up the long drive to Durban you can stay in the&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">small town<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">&nbsp;of East London, just four hours away along the N2. You\u2019ll find a great hostel&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">there<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">&nbsp;called&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"SpellingError SCXW56908071\">Sugarshack<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">. If you decide not to stop,&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">then<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">&nbsp;keep going on the N2 and have a map or Google directions handy as you will occasionally have to take roads off the N2 to merge back on. After 600 km (373 miles) the route will take you<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW56908071\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW56908071\">&nbsp;off the highway into the hills beyond via rocky roads where you will need to drive slowly.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW56908071\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"N2 Road in the Eastern Cape of South Africa\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-N2-Eastern-Cape.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Driving along the N2 in the Eastern Cape<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80342790\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80342790\">Stop 4:&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267848559\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267848559\">Coffee Bay<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW267848559\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Coffee Bay is a paradise. It\u2019s a small river valley nestled between rolling green hills right by the warm Indian Ocean. The region is known for the round&nbsp;huts&nbsp;locals having been building for generations. There are two main hostels, Coffee Shack and Sugarloaf. Coffee Shack was built by two newlyweds who found the area the day of their wedding and decided to stay, building the hostel from the ground up. Now it is a&nbsp;laid-back&nbsp;place that rents surfboards for just 20 Rand a day ($1.38). The incredible beaches are at your doorstep.<\/p>\n<p>There are hikes led by locals to spots like&nbsp;the \u201chole in the wall\u201d \u2013 a natural landmark worth seeing. Coffee Shack has hippie residents&nbsp;year-round&nbsp;who cook homemade food, host pool competitions in the bar at night and are happy to give tours to those who ask.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Make sure to have cash on you ahead of time, as the local ATM is not always reliable.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Hole in the Wall at Coffee Bay\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-coffee-bay.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The &#8220;Hole in the Wall&#8221; at Coffee Bay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW80342790\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW80342790\">Stop 5:&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><strong>Durban<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>After you\u2019re done with Coffee Bay, it\u2019s time to say a sad goodbye and drive the final leg to Durban. It\u2019s again&nbsp;along the&nbsp;N2 but it\u2019s a good day\u2019s drive of 521 km (324 miles) that will take about seven hours.&nbsp;Of course,&nbsp;like the rest of this trip the scenery will be outstanding so be sure to take breaks by rest stops on the roadside and take it all in.<\/p>\n<p>Durban is one of South Africa\u2019s most popular cities with a&nbsp;ton&nbsp;of things to do. Head out to the Golden Mile, a famous beach for surfing, jogging and relaxing. Also check out the Botanical Gardens with living plants from the prehistoric era.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full lazyload\" alt=\"Golden Mile beach at Durban\" data-src=\"https:\/\/uk.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2018\/07\/k-Durban.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 700\/500;\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Durban&#8217;s main beach, the Golden Mile<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209446017\">Alas, here is where the coastal trip ends \u2026 if you want it to. All in&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"ContextualSpellingAndGrammarError SCXW209446017\">all<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209446017\">&nbsp;this route takes a few weeks, depending on how long you want to stay in each of the stops. However, there\u2019s so much more to see in South Africa. From Durban you can also go to the spectacular Drakensburg Mountain range or head towards Johannesburg or even into Kruger Park for a safari. South Africa is so big and full of wonder, but don\u2019t&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209446017\">worry&nbsp;if<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209446017\">&nbsp;you can\u2019t see everything because, as already mentioned, it\u2019s&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209446017\">likely you\u2019ll<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209446017\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209446017\">&nbsp;be back.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW209446017\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Written by Ed Sherrington<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South Africa can seem like a far-off destination for many&nbsp;travelers. 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