Driving in South Africa is not a big deal, even if you are not used to drive on the left side of the road. Outside of the bigger cities, there is less traffic and there is a good chance to see anyone for hours. Endless roads cut through some beautiful scenarios. But be careful, speed limits are often controlled and speeding charged.

I was very impressed with the coast line in the south and more than once I had to stop and enjoy the gorgeous view. In Hermanus, I had observed the humpbacks performing their mating rituals from the shore. At Boulders Beach in Simon's Town one can walk through colonies of African penguins, once called "Jackass" penguins, and watch their activities.

What is true for the endless roads is also true for a lot of beaches in South Africa... miles and miles of endless white sandy beaches and not a soul around. The wind can be chilly though and when the sun is strong, you are at risk of having a bad sunburn, so take precautions.

If you love caves, you should visit the spectacular underground wonder of Klein Karoo, the Cango Cave, a mere 29km from Oudtshoorn, at the head of the picturesque Cango Valley. Situated in a limestone ridge parallel to Swartberg Mountains, you will find the finest dripstone caverns, with their vast halls and towering formations.

You want to see the end of the world? Go to Cape Alguhas, the southernmost point of the African continent. It is also the geographical point where the Indian and the Atlantic ocean meet each other.
No wonder that the waves are very rough here.

The people in Cape Town love to be in the water. When I was there, kiting was the hottest sport activity. It was not surprising that most CapeTownians gather around Camps Bay to wait until the sun disappears below the horizon, creating a wonderful sunset atmosphere that is always worth a picture.